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Vacation Rental Direct Booking Platform: Complete Owner’s Guide
Vacation rental direct booking platforms cut out Airbnb & Vrbo fees, helping hosts keep revenue, control policies, and build guest relationships.
Airbnb Direct Booking Website: The Complete Guide for Hosts
Discover how Airbnb hosts can boost profits and control rentals with a direct booking website—cutting fees and building guest loyalty.
The Hidden Secret to Avoiding Host Burnout with Automation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibkI9BuXngI Running a short-term rental business often starts as a simple side hustle. Hosts begin with one property, handle guest messages personally, and coordinate cleaning schedules on their own. As the business grows to 30 or more...
Master OTAs: Who’s Booking Your STR & Why?
learn how to make otas work together and not against each other to fill up your calendar.
How to Stop Paying OTA Fees Forever!
https://youtu.be/2ARH9LLoWLY?si=RFX8CuA_xvuZFVUp Short-term rental hosts face a common challenge: heavy dependence on online travel agencies and their fees. Breaking free from these platforms requires understanding how guests make booking decisions. When hosts learn...
How to invest in short term rentals for maximum returns
https://youtu.be/EoEhpIdrA0Q?si=DiE27ksSvQ0Lx2W0 Building wealth with short-term rentals isn’t just about buying a place and throwing it on Airbnb. You’ve got to dig into what guests actually want, look at local supply and demand, and go in with a plan that’s more...
From Followers to Guests: The Social Media Conversion Blueprint
Think of your social media presence as the front porch of your business. People walk by, some pause to admire what they see, and a few might even wave hello. But here's the crucial question: how many of those passersby actually ring your doorbell and come inside for a...
5 Hidden Tools Every Host Needs for Direct Booking Success
The vacation rental landscape is shifting. While platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo still drive significant traffic, savvy hosts are discovering that direct bookings offer higher profit margins, better guest relationships, and complete control over their business. The...
The Vacation Rental Growth Playbook: Scalable Marketing Strategies for Managers
Growing a vacation rental business from 10 units to 50 or more requires more than just adding properties. It takes a clear marketing strategy that can scale with each new listing. The key to sustainable growth is building a marketing playbook that attracts consistent...
How to Get More Direct Bookings and Stop Relying on Airbnb: Proven Strategies for Hosts
Many hosts depend on Airbnb for bookings, but that reliance comes at a cost. Platform fees cut into profits, and strict rules limit flexibility. The most effective way to keep more income and gain control is by driving direct bookings. With a direct booking strategy,...