Author Archives: Anna Ellison

Dynamic pricing with 75+ micro-seasons increases vacation rental revenue by 10-40% annually. Learn how real-time rate adjustments boost ADR and RevPAR in January 2026.

Managing short-term rentals takes a lot of work. These five tips will help you manage multiple properties so you can maximize your return on investment.

Promoting your home on multiple vacation rental listing sites will increase your visibility and bookings. Check out our picks for the top online travel agencies.

Learn how AvantStay helped new vacation rental owners prepare their recently purchased condo for ski season in under one month.

Increase the value of your vacation rental investment with these top amenities for mountain cabin rentals.

Learn how one Smoky Mountain vacation rental consistently outperforms the competition by leveraging AvantStay’s management services.

Vacation rental photography is a crucial part of creating a listing that potential guests will want to click. These tips will elevate your vacation rental marketing.

Challenge: Help a seasoned short-term rental owner receive more five-star reviews, become an Airbnb Superhost, and drive more bookings year-round. Background Robert purchased his Park City vacation property in 2019 and had been successfully managing it as a short-term rental. Despite bookings being steady, Robert couldn’t figure out how to encourage guests to leave reviews …

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Learn how AvantStay’s powerful vacation rental marketing and distribution capabilities can help you connect with more guests and earn more revenue.

Whether you’re on the opposite coast or down the street, here are our top tips for how to manage vacation rentals from anywhere you choose.

Discover how AvantStay’s revenue management strategy and exclusive revenue drivers can maximize your vacation rental income.

A clean vacation rental is more important today than ever before. Check out our vacation rental cleaning checklist that’s guaranteed to impress your guests and drive 5-star reviews.

Maintaining a vacation home is a lot of work. A property manager will take care of all operational aspects of your short-term rental and help you earn more revenue.

Vacation rental owners: Discover whether selling as real estate or a turnkey business maximizes your ROI. Compare premiums, documentation requirements, tax implications, and exit strategies for your property management operation in February 2026.

Master lease tenant bankruptcy blocks eviction and rent collection. Learn damage caps, recovery options, and protection strategies for property owners in February 2026.

Master lease risks for vacation rental owners in January 2026: fixed payments cap revenue 20-25% below market, legal liability remains, operators lack reserves.

Learn how AvantStay’s full-service vacation rental management programs give you peace of mind and maximize your home’s returns.

Challenge: Give real estate investor peace of mind and maximize revenue so she can focus on growing her portfolio. Background Mariah owns several short-term rental properties in Temecula and Sonoma. While she loves getting her properties up and running, her true passion is searching for investment properties to use as short-term rentals. Last year, Mariah …

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One of the easiest ways to make your vacation rental stand out is by providing top-of-the-line vacation rental amenities. Check out our top picks to boost your occupancy rate.

A simple but impactful way to impress your guests is by providing a vacation rental guest book. Learn how to create the ultimate welcome book for guests.

Increase the value of your vacation rental investment with these top amenities for desert vacation rentals.

Pickleball Court ROI for vacation rentals analyzed: $25K-$50K costs, $58,970 yearly revenue lift, 7-month break-even timeline. 2026 data inside.

Attract more flex workers to your short-term rental with a remote workspace. Check out our tips for creating the perfect workspace for your guests.

Discover how AvantStay’s cutting-edge smart technology keeps your vacation rental safe and secure.

AvantStay’s vacation rental management is powered by a vertically integrated software platform built for hospitality—boosting transparency and putting homeowners in control.

When you partner with AvantStay, you’ll receive best-in-class care, guaranteed. Learn how we go above and beyond for you, your vacation rental, and our guests.

Increase the value of your vacation rental investment with these top amenities for vineyard vacation rentals.