Category Archives: Homeowner

How do we turn a vacation rental from average to an AvantStay? In our Ask the Expert series, we sit down with different members of the AvantStay team to learn just that.  We asked our Senior Photo Retoucher, Lindsey Averill, best practices for photographing your home, biggest photography mistakes made in home listings and more. …

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Check out these eight vacation rental marketing tips to improve visibility, drive more bookings, and increase your revenue.

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.

So, you’re in search of a vacation rental manager? We’ve compiled all the questions you should ask when searching for a vacation rental management company.

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.

Say goodbye to tax season stress—our guide will make filing your vacation rental taxes a breeze.

The truth behind trending misconceptions in the short-term rental market and why now is the time to finally jump on that vacation rental investment.

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

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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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.

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.

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.

AvantStay offers flexible vacation rental management programs that work for you and your financial goals. Keep reading to discover which plan is best for you and your short-term rental.

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

Discover our top findings on vacation rental trends, guest preferences, and how you can optimize your home for success.

A great vacation rental property manager will go above and beyond to care for your home and maximize your income. Here’s how to choose a good property management company.

On the fence about pet-friendly vacation rentals? Check out the perks, how to protect your home, and how to drive more bookings from pet owners.

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.

While “second home” and “investment property” are sometimes used interchangeably, these types of properties aren’t the same. Keep reading to discover the five key differences.

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.

Looking to tap into the lucrative asset class of real estate? We’ll cover all the basics on how to finance an investment property, loan types, and more.

AvantStay gives newly-retired couple worry-free, guaranteed income and more time to enjoy new phase of life.

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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Thinking of starting a vacation rental business? These seven tips will teach you how to make money on a vacation rental property and maximize your ROI.

Increase your home’s equity, drive more positive reviews, and maximize your revenue with AvantStay’s award-winning vacation rental interior design services.