Property management software is operation-critical for property managers and hosts; it is one of the most important pieces of our tech stack. This week we welcome Marcus Rädar, the Co-Founder and CEO of Hostaway, to hear his insights on what’s been happening in this sector of our industry, where he sees things going in 2024, and his thoughts on how that will impact us as STR professionals going forward. 

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One way to stand out in the increasingly crowded STR and hospitality industry is by providing an exceptional experience for our guests, but with so many other demands on our resources that can be difficult. On this week’s episode with Connor Paton, Co-Founder and CEO of noshable, we unpack this issue and offer solutions for property managers and hosts looking for ways to differentiate from their local competition and improve their bottom line. 

Mentioned in this episode:

Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara

The Speed of Trust by Stephen M.R. Covey

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Have you noticed the “look” of successful short-term rentals beginning to look so similar it’s getting boring? This week we’re welcoming Sage Nathan, Partnership’s Manager at Minoan, to share her thoughts on how we can create spaces that have a more unique vibe and also offer guests the opportunity to bring aspects they love about your home back to their home.  

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Picture this - you’ve got a stunning property, an impeccable listing, and a fantastic location, but are you setting the right price? On this week’s episode of the Short-term Rental Solution show we discuss revenue management best practices with our expert guest, Anurag Verma, co-founder of Price Labs. Whether you’re an experienced property manager fine-tuning your strategy, or newly embarking on your Airbnb journey, this episode is a must. 

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30 day free trial of PriceLabs Dynamic Pricing and Portfolio Analytics tools + 1 market dashboard + $10 in PriceLabs credit

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Are you an owner who’s wondered if you could manage your own properties, or do you self-manage your portfolio and wonder if you could help manage for others? This week’s guest, Stacey St. John, has walked that road and very candidly shares what her journey looked like and some of the mistakes and lessons she learned along the way. 

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Virtual Summit Link 

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Should you build your next short-term rental property from scratch or buy an existing home? This week Shane O’Donley of Savvy Realty shares what he’s learned while working with clients and tackling his own builds. Shane shares specific pros and cons that are worth considering as you strategize the next step for your short-term rental portfolio. 

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Smart and strategic distribution of your listings can bring additional revenue to your short-term rental business. This week, Alex Alioto, co-founder and Growth Head at Whimstay, shares how you can use different distribution channels to reach different segments of travelers and turn unsold nights into cash. This knowledge could be your ticket to more money, more bookings, and more success!

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Airbnb Travel Dispersal Report 

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Mastering The Art of Guest Communication

Creating a comprehensive, high-touch guest communication strategy not only improves your guests’ experience, but can also improve your bottom line through better guest reviews, more repeat guests, and fewer guest questions. This week we talk with the Queen of Guest Experience, Tyann Marcink Hammond of Touchstay.  Tyann is the owner of two boutique property management companies in Branson, MO and shares with us her amazing guest communication workflow, stories of how guest communication saved the day, and how you can become a master of guest communication as well. 

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14-day free trial of Touch Stay

Touch Stay 2023 Guest Communication Study

Tyann’s Touch Stay Guide: https://bransonfamilyretreats.com/guide/skye

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In today’s competitive short-term rental market, expanding your reach and maximizing occupancy rates are essential for success. This week we learn the secrets to driving traffic to your direct booking website with expert Jenn Boyles, CEO of Direct Booking Success. Discover the key role mindset and consistency play in achieving marketing mastery, and gain actionable strategies to drive more new and repeat direct booking reservations. 

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 https://directbookingsuccess.com/10-ways-to-drive-guests-to-your-website-instead-of-airbnb/

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Jesse Ehret, CPA and CEO of Ximplifi, joins us on the show today to answer some of the most frequently asked accounting questions from short-term rental professionals, as well as share some best practices to ensure your books stay in tip-top shape. 

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Avalara - MyLodgeTax

Ximplifi End of 2023 Special: Receive one month trial and 50% off your first 3 months of VRPlatform Subscription and lock-in 2023 service pricing until 2025. Visit https://ximplifi.com/ and mention the Short Term Rental Solutions Show when you reach out to the Ximplifi team.

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