The STR Insiders Podcast

Are you aware of your legal obligations as a short-term rental host when it comes to accommodating service animals?

Having a service animal is a right, not a privilege. But unfortunately, many STR owners don't know the rules and discriminate against legitimate service animals.

In this episode, you will learn what legal obligations you have as a host when it comes to accommodating service animals and what you can and cannot charge for.

"Discrimination against legitimate people who have a legitimate service animal is not acceptable.”

In this episode, you will learn the following:

1. What are the legal obligations of STR owners when it comes to accommodating service animals

2. How can STR owners identify legitimate service animals and weed out fakes

3. What are the benefits of becoming a pet-friendly STR owner

Link and Resources

Connect with us: https://www.thestrinsiders.com/ 

Join the conversation with Tracie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/strcentral

Follow Jacquie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5starbnb/

For more information about service animals:

https://www.ada.gov/resources/service-animals-faqs

https://www.law360.com/cases/5b3f48158e0531105e000002

Are you a property owner looking to make the most of your rental income?

Don't believe the myth that the more people you can sleep, the more money you'll make. Cramming more people in your rental actually increases the likelihood of a bad review, liability, and wear and tear without the guarantee of greater income.

In this episode, you will learn the secrets to unlocking optimal revenue and busting the myths that keep your business from succeeding. From investing in the quality of your space to understanding local regulations, we break down the key components of ensuring a safe and pleasant experience for your guests while maximizing your earnings.

"Money does not always work out. I tracked it for a whole year and it didn't make much difference"

In this episode, you will learn the following:

1. What the most common myth is surrounding Airbnb properties

2. How Airbnb hosts can ensure that their guests have a luxury stay

3. What safety measures Airbnb hosts should take to ensure they are not legally liable

Link and Resources

Connect with us: https://www.thestrinsiders.com/

Join the conversation with Tracie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/strcentral

Follow Jacquie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5starbnb/

Have you hired a property manager for your short-term rental?

Picking the right manager and drawing boundaries to make sure that both of you are benefiting from the partnership is very important.

In this episode, we are giving the behind-the-scenes of our experiences with hiring a property manager and what you should look out for.

"My success is your success. That's what a true partnership is, no matter what the differing percentages are."

In this episode, you will learn the following:

1. How successful property managers maintain a mutually beneficial partnership with their clients

2. What strategies do property managers use to ensure a five-star guest experience

3. How property managers stay ahead of ever-changing traveler behavior

Link and Resources

Connect with us: https://www.thestrinsiders.com/

Join the conversation with Tracie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/strcentral

Follow Jacquie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5starbnb/

Who Not How by Dan Sullivan

Ready to explore the world of short-term rentals?

There is a lot of noise out there when it comes to STR (short-term rentals) but we want to take you behind the scenes and give you the real stories and advice to succeed with your STR from two people who have been there.

In this first episode, we share our stories about our first rentals, unexpected issues, and what it’s like working from home with our spouses (who mean well).

"When you lead with that, with hospitality, people can feel it, and it makes such a big difference for their stay, and it kind of minimizes those unhappy experiences."

In this episode, you will learn the following:

2.  How working from home has its unique joys and challenges

3.  Dealing with unexpected issues

Link and Resources

Connect with us:  https://www.thestrinsiders.com/

Join the conversation with Tracie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/strcentral

Follow Jacquie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5starbnb/