RevLabs by PriceLabs

RevLabs by PriceLabs

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  • Easter & Spring Break 2026: Pricing Strategies for Shifting Demand

    Easter doesn’t stay in the same place on the calendar — and neither does demand.


    In this episode of RevLabs Outlook on RevLabs by PriceLabs, host Kyle Driskell and Monique DeLorenzo (Sr. Solutions Consultant at PriceLabs) break down how shifting Easter dates are impacting spring break demand across key U.S. vacation rental markets this year.


    Using real market pacing data, they analyze 6 different markets, from the beaches in the South to the Ski Markets in the East.


    This episode covers:

    • How Easter and Spring Break are coupling in 2026
    • Why drive-to markets behave differently than fly-to markets
    • When to adjust minimum stays vs rates
    • How to respond if you're past peak booking window
    • How this year should inform your 2027 strategy



    If you manage short-term rentals in seasonal markets, this episode gives you a tactical framework for handling calendar shifts.


    To learn more, visit https://www.pricelabs.co

    Thinking of giving it a try?Sign up for a free 30-day trial period at https://pricelabs.co/users/sign_up


    Check out our reviews on Capterra - https://www.capterra.com/p/158348/PriceLabs/

    19 min
  • Building Stability in an Ever-Changing Regulatory Landscape ft. Julie Marks

    In this episode of RevLabs Pulse on RevLabs by PriceLabs, host Kyle Driskell sits down with Julie Marks, Founder & Executive Director of the Vermont Short-Term Rental Alliance (VTSTRA) and Executive Director of the Right to Rent Collaborative.


    Julie shares how Short Term Rental operators can move from reactive to proactive when it comes to regulation — and why building strong relationships before restrictions hit is the key to long-term stability in the industry.


    In this conversation, we cover:

    • The power of local associations and collaboration
    • Responsible hosting and industry education
    • How Short Term Rental markets can prepare for regulations
    • Why education is the foundation of advocacy

    If you’re a property manager with hundreds of listings, this episode explains how local associations can help protect and strengthen your business.

    To learn more, visit https://www.pricelabs.co


    Thinking of giving it a try?Sign up for a free 30-day trial period at https://pricelabs.co/users/sign_up


    Check out our reviews on Capterra - https://www.capterra.com/p/158348/PriceLabs/

    26 min
  • High-Demand Event Pricing: FIFA World Cup 2026 Playbook | Feb 2026 Masterclass

    In this episode of RevLabs by PriceLabs Masterclass, host Kyle Driskell is joined by Soumyadeep Paul (Manager, Revenue & Data Analysis, PriceLabs), Tim Speicher (Revenue Manager, Speicher Consulting), Jason Baxter (Founder & CEO, Marketics.io), and Adrienn Janics (Director of Revenue Management, Angel Host) to break down how short-term rental operators should prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and other large-scale demand events.


    This isn’t a conversation about simply “raising prices.” It’s a deep dive into uneven demand patterns, volatile supply growth, minimum stay strategy, booking windows, and the real risks operators face when pricing too aggressively — or not aggressively enough.


    Drawing from global event data, real operator experience, and live revenue management strategies, the panel discusses why mega-events don’t behave the way most property managers expect — and how to avoid the most common (and costly) mistakes.


    🎯 You’ll learn:

    • Why World Cup demand won’t be evenly distributed across dates
    • The right way to approach minimum length-of-stay (LOS) strategy
    • When to push ADR — and when to pivot toward occupancy
    • How ticketing waves and booking windows affect demand timing


    For revenue managers and property management companies overseeing hundreds of listings, this episode provides actionable, data-backed strategies to maximize performance during high-volatility demand periods — without guesswork.


    If you operate in a host market — or any city that experiences major events, festivals, or seasonal compression — this is essential viewing.


    To learn more, visit https://www.pricelabs.co


    Thinking of giving it a try?Sign up for a free 30-day trial period at https://pricelabs.co/users/sign_up


    Check out our reviews on Capterra - https://www.capterra.com/p/158348/PriceLabs/

    1 hr 7 min
  • Cancellations, All-In Pricing & Growth Strategy in Short-Term Rentals ft.Adrian Albus

    What worked in Short Term Rental revenue management two years ago doesn’t work in 2026.

    In this episode of RevLabs Pulse on RevLabs by PriceLabs, host Kyle Driskell sits down with Adrian Albus, CEO & Head of Analytics of SmartRev Management, to unpack the major shifts reshaping short-term rental revenue strategy.


    Adrian shares frontline insights from working with 50–150 unit property management companies across the U.S. — and explains why cancellations, supply growth, and pricing transparency are forcing operators to upgrade their playbook.

    🔑 In this episode, we cover:

    • Why rising supply has fundamentally changed booking behavior
    • How cancellation policy shifts are impacting revenue strategy
    • The removal of split fees and what it means for PMCs
    • Why comp sets matter more than ever


    Adrian also shares lessons from his time at Airbnb, including insights into the Airbnb-friendly apartment program and how the professional host landscape has evolved.


    If you're a revenue leader or a PMC owner, this conversation is packed with practical strategy.


    To learn more, visit https://www.pricelabs.co


    Thinking of giving it a try?Sign up for a free 30-day trial period at https://pricelabs.co/users/sign_up


    Check out our reviews on Capterra - https://www.capterra.com/p/158348/PriceLabs/

    34 min
  • Proactive vs Reactive: Rethinking Owner Communication in Revenue Management ft. Michael Savage

    “Revenue management isn’t just pricing anymore — it’s everything around it.”


    In this episode of RevLabs Pulse on RevLabs by PriceLabs, Kyle Driskell is joined by Michael Savage, Co-founder of Synergy Stays, to discuss why owner communication cadence has become a core part of revenue management. As costs rise and market performance becomes more uneven, revenue managers can’t afford to be reactive or silent.


    This conversation reframes owner communication as a proactive strategy — one that builds trust, reduces pressure, and positions revenue managers as true partners, not just pricing operators.


    You'll learn:

    • Why revenue growth doesn’t always mean owner confidence
    • How proactive communication changes owner relationships
    • What effective owner communication cadence looks like for large portfolios


    If you manage a multi-market or large portfolio, this episode offers practical perspective on what owners need most right now — and how revenue managers can deliver it.


    To learn more, visit https://www.pricelabs.co


    Thinking of giving it a try?Sign up for a free 30-day trial period at https://pricelabs.co/users/sign_up


    Check out our reviews on Capterra - https://www.capterra.com/p/158348/PriceLabs/

    32 min
  • Why Your Airbnb Listing Isn’t Converting | Fixing Listing Visibility and Conversion with PriceLabs

    In this episode of RevLabs by PriceLabs Masterclass, host Kyle Driskell is joined by Eric Adler (Founder and CEO, Silver Street Management) and Ryan Gibson (CEO, GH Hospitality & Midwest Haven Escapes ) to unpack what actually drives Airbnb visibility, conversions, and revenue performance in today’s competitive short-term rental market.


    Drawing from real-world experience managing listings across urban, resort, and highly saturated condo markets, the group breaks down why many listings struggle to convert — even when demand is strong. From pricing strategy and booking windows to interior design, listing quality and differentiation, and platform-specific nuances, this conversation goes far beyond surface-level optimization tips.



    🎯 You’ll learn:

    • Why Airbnb visibility doesn’t automatically translate to bookings
    • How listing quality impacts both ranking and conversion
    • How to improve Airbnb listing visibility & ranking using PriceLabs' Listing Optimizer
    • The role of design, amenities and guest experience in saturated markets
    • Differentiating in saturated and condo-heavy markets

    For revenue managers who manage over 100s of listings, this episode offers practical insights that can be applied immediately to improve performance and revenue.


    To learn more, visit https://www.pricelabs.co

    Thinking of giving it a try?Sign up for a free 30-day trial period at https://pricelabs.co/users/sign_up

    Check out our reviews on Capterra - https://www.capterra.com/p/158348/PriceLabs/

    1 hr 3 min
  • Event Pricing, Demand Uncertainty & Revenue Strategy | RevLabs Insider ft. Austin Weaver

    In this episode of RevLabs Insider, host Kyle Driskell sits down with Austin Weaver, Solutions Consultant at PriceLabs, to talk all things event pricing, demand uncertainty, and revenue management strategy in the short-term rental space.


    Austin shares insights from working with revenue managers across North America — from ski markets struggling with low snowfall, to major events like FIFA, concerts, and sporting weekends that dramatically shift demand. They discuss why pricing for events isn’t black and white, how nuance and timing matter, and why many revenue managers unknowingly leave money on the table.

    🎯 You'll learn:

    • How events actually impact Short Term Rental pricing
    • Why occupancy alone is a misleading metric
    • When (and when not) to override your pricing system
    • Using data + local expertise together


    This episode breaks down how to think more strategically about pricing — especially in uncertain and fast-changing markets.


    To learn more, visit https://www.pricelabs.co


    Thinking of giving it a try?Sign up for a free 30-day trial period at https://pricelabs.co/users/sign_up


    Check out our reviews on Capterra - https://www.capterra.com/p/158348/PriceLabs/

    24 min
  • Smart Pricing Decisions During Demand Shifts - RevLabs Insider ft. Kyndra Gardner

    Welcome to another episode of RevLabs by PriceLabs.



    In this episode of RevLabs Insider, join host Kyle Driskell and Solutions Consultant Kyndra Gardner as they unpack the real challenges and opportunities host and property managers are facing heading into 2026.


    From misreading occupancy signals to unnecessary pricing changes, Kyndra shares ways revenue teams can stay grounded, make better decisions, and apply smart data strategies without the stress and panic that often comes with shifting markets.


    🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:


    ✅ Why low occupancy doesn’t automatically mean something is broken

    ✅ The danger of “yanking the pricing wheel” too often

    ✅ Practical ways to build confidence in your revenue strategy

    ✅ Why patience and consistency can outperform frantic tweaks



    🎧 Rev Labs is a podcast for revenue managers managing 100s of listings looking to stay ahead of the market with data-driven insights.

    To learn more, visit https://www.pricelabs.co

    Thinking of giving it a try?Sign up for a free 30-day trial period at https://pricelabs.co/users/sign_up

    Check out our reviews on Capterra - https://www.capterra.com/p/158348/PriceLabs/

    21 min
  • How Revenue Management Changed in 2025 — And What PriceLabs Is Building for 2026

    What does smarter revenue management look like in 2026?

    In this episode of RevLabs by PriceLabs, your host, Kyle Driskell, breaks down the biggest market shifts of 2025, how PriceLabs adapted, and what revenue managers should expect in 2026.


    From the growing importance of listing quality and 5-star reviews, to shorter booking windows, early event demand, and the challenges of scaling portfolios, this episode covers what’s actually driving performance in today’s short-term rental market.


    Whether you manage a single listing or hundreds, this episode explains how to stay visible, competitive, and profitable as the market evolves.


    🔑 Key Topics Covered:

    • Market shifts in 2025
    • Why quality determines pricing power
    • Hyper-local data vs broad market averages
    • Scaling challenges for large property managers
    • Event demand showing up earlier than ever
    • Dynamic minimum stays explained
    • What’s coming to PriceLabs in 2026

    🎧 Rev Labs is a podcast for revenue managers managing 100s of listings looking to stay ahead of the market with data-driven insights.

    To learn more, visit https://www.pricelabs.co

    Thinking of giving it a try?Sign up for a free 30-day trial period at https://pricelabs.co/users/sign_up

    Check out our reviews on Capterra - https://www.capterra.com/p/158348/PriceLabs/

    21 min
  • Inside a 300-Listing Portfolio: How Revenue Managers Stay Ahead ft. Preston Smelt

    In this episode of RevLabs by PriceLabs, host Aviva Llorens sits down with Preston Smelt, Director of Revenue Management at Your Pad, overseeing nearly 300 listings in Charleston, to unpack what revenue management really looks like at scale.


    With a 20+ year background spanning Hilton, IHG, and now large short-term rental portfolios, Preston shares how hotel-grade revenue fundamentals translate into STRs — and where they break down. From competing with your own inventory to structuring a weekly revenue workflow that balances firefighting with long-term strategy, this conversation offers practical insights for revenue teams managing complex portfolios.



    Key Takeaways:

    • Why revenue management fundamentals stay the same — but execution changes at scale
    • How to structure a weekly revenue cadence for 250+ listings
    • The hidden challenge of competing with your own inventory in dense portfolios
    • Where STR revenue managers gain efficiency compared to hotels — and where they don’t


    🎯 Built for revenue leaders managing 100+ listings who need structure, clarity, and scale-ready systems.

    👉 Subscribe to #RevLabsByPriceLabs for more expert insights, data breakdowns, and strategies built for large-scale operators.

    To learn more, visit https://www.pricelabs.co


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    31 min

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A must-listen for revenue managers in the short-term rental space. Each episode of RevLabs by PriceLabs is packed with concrete advice and true stories aimed at helping you, the leaders of large short-term rental portfolios, navigate the complexities of pricing and market trends confidently.

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