Tag: short term rental
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Finding the Right Cleaner
I cannot understate how important cleaners are to a successful STR. They are the lynchpin to running a successful property. Cleanliness standards have drastically changed in the past few years. Having a spotless place is now expected as the minimum. Under beds, inside the fridge, along the windowsills. Not only must everything be tidy, but…
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Pets in Short Term Rentals
Many people turn to STRs as an alternative to hotels because of the privacy, access to kitchens and laundry facilities, or ability to conveniently accommodate a large group. Another main reason is that many hotels don’t allow pets. When deciding whether to allow pets at your STR or not, consider that pets are a major…
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Creating a Linen Strategy
Linens can be a controversial subject. Many will take the stance of white linens only. Some will say that dark is easier. Linens are one of those items that will not necessarily get you bookings, but can definitely impact your reviews. If you’ve done any research into linens yet, I bet you’ve only ever heard…
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Selecting the Style of a Property
Choosing the style of your STR will be heavily dependent upon the area your STR is located in. Are you by the ocean or in the mountains? City versus rural? These will play a major role in deciding the style of the property. There are also certain niches that can be considered based on your…
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Setting the Goal of a Property
With any rental property, you are looking to fulfill a need in the community by providing a service. Once you’ve determined the target audience of the property, you must determine what you intend to accomplish with this property. What will your goal be? If you’ve read up on a lot of goal setting practices, you’ve…
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