Happy New Year! This special episode - our annual reflection on the last 12 months and a look at where we are going in 2025 - features none other than David Angotti.

David's been in the short-term rental world for years and has done it all - co-founding tech startups, building a successful property management company in the Smoky Mountains, and now serving as Chief Evangelist at Guesty. He's also an incredible storyteller and someone who just gets the ins and outs of this business like few others. Having him on the show is always a treat, and I couldn't think of a better way to set the tone for the year ahead.

In this episode, we take a look back at 2024 - what worked, what didn't, and the lessons we can carry forward. From evolving guest expectations to AI tools that can transform your business, David shares his perspective on what's next for the vacation rental industry and how you can thrive in 2025.

What You'll Discover:

• Evolving Guest Expectations: Insights into how guest expectations are shifting and what property managers can do to meet these rising standards.
• Technological Advancements: Discussion on the critical role of technology in shaping the operations and efficiency of vacation rental businesses.
• Regulatory Challenges: Overview of the regulatory landscape in 2024 and how it might affect the industry moving forward.
• Market Dynamics: Analysis of market trends, including occupancy rates and average daily rates (ADRs), and their implications for property managers.
• Actionable Strategies for 2025: David shares practical strategies to help property managers and hosts thrive in the coming year, considering the ongoing industry transformations.

You Will Learn:

• Adaptation to Market Changes: How to remain flexible and adaptable in a rapidly evolving industry to maintain competitiveness.
• Leveraging Technology: Ways to integrate and leverage new technologies to enhance operational efficiency and guest satisfaction.
• Navigating Regulations: Strategies to effectively manage and adapt to new and existing regulations within the vacation rental sector.
• Understanding and Setting Guest Expectations: Tips on managing guest expectations to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.
• Forecasting and Planning: How to use market data and trends from 2024 to better prepare for the opportunities and challenges of 2025.

Connect with David Angotti:

Listeners can connect with David through his LinkedIn profile or explore further insights and resources at Guesty's website.

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