Vacation Rental / Airbnb Books
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The 5 Best Vacation Rental & Airbnb Host Books

Are you looking to get started with Airbnb or are you a seasoned vacation rental manager looking to grow your portfolio? As short term rental managers ourselves and avid readers we have some great books and eBook suggestions to get you started on your business development and growth journey! Here are my five favourite vacation…

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Airbnb Market Insights, British Columbia

One of the biggest issues for Airbnb hosts is their lack of access to critical market data, like average daily rates, occupancy rates, and total room counts. These Airbnb market insights give hosts the opportunity to improve, optimize and advance their business practices and pricing efficiency. Without this information, hosts are left almost completely in…

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Ultimate Guide To Buying Property in Kelowna

For the last decade, thousands of people each and every year have been buying property in Kelowna for a whole variety of reasons. Considering this city has a warm climate with lake access from virtually any angle and is less expensive than Vancouver, it is no surprise that so many people want to buy real…

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Ultimate Guide To Buying Property in Canmore

Canmore, Alberta is one of the top tourist destinations in the province, generating over $350 million in visitor spend each and every year. The local economy is well diversified between real estate, retail, tourism, and accommodation, while the broader Albertan economy is fueled primarily through oil and natural gas. Canmore provides a lucrative real estate…

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Investing in a Tiny House Vacation Rental

Tiny houses can make for very profitable short-term rentals. Airbnb, VRBO, and direct booking sites are filled with tiny houses because they require relatively low investment, appeal to adventurous travelers, and have the added benefit of quick cleaning times. What is a Tiny House? There is no one definition of a tiny house but as…

Airbnb Property Management Vancouver
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Airbnb Management In Vancouver

2021 Market Analysis: Vancouver Airbnb Property Management Vancouver is uniquely nestled among the Pacific Ocean and the Coastal Mountain Range of Canada’s west coast. Vancouver is a modern and diverse global city but that’s only the half of it. What makes Vancouver stand out is it’s green and vast backyard! They don’t call it “Beautiful…

A cozy log cabin bedroom with wooden walls and ceiling, a bed with white bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, a window, a chair, and a small rug on a wooden floor.
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How to Start a Short-Term Rental on BC Farmland

Farming is a challenging business. The success of a farm is dependent on good weather, requires large capital investments, has a seasonal cash flow, and influenced by global economic and political forces; much like the short-term vacation rental industry. British Columbian farmers face the additional challenge and opportunity of extremely desirable and expensive farmland. Many…

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Ultimate Guide To Buying Property in Whistler

We’ve talked with dozens of people interested in buying property in Whistler, BC. It is, after all, one of the most beautiful towns to live in Canada. Every year millions of visitors travel from around the world to ski, snowboard, and mountain bike down the world-class trails Whistler has to offer. Looking To Purchase Property…

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Vacation Rental Management in Harrison Hot Springs

Harrison Hot Springs is a great vacation rental market provided you are familiar with the restrictions of the community. Harrison has strict restrictions related to properties listed on Airbnb, Homeaway, and VRBO especially when it comes to residential zoned properties. Summary of This Article About Property Management In Harrison Hot Springs Educating yourself on property…