When setting up your vacation rental there are many products and supplies you’ll need to consider stocking and replenishing. There are standard items within your kitchen and bathroom that should be provided to all your Airbnb guests. These extend to toiletries, kitchen supplies, and cleaning items. Above and beyond these standard items are stocked items…
As longtime Airbnb hosts we have slowly learned a ton of the Airbnb Ranking Factors. Most hosts are interested in growing their short term rental business and the best way to do that is by optimizing your listings to satisfy the needs of both the search engine and the guests. The higher your listing is…
Sun Peaks Mountain Resort is recognized as one of the top ski resorts in Canada. Thousands of visitors embark on a weekend ski trip every year filling up the limited supply of accommodation on the mountain. The low supply of nightly accommodation and high demand from visitors has resulted in a very lucrative opportunity. Many…
Tofino is a great market for owning and operating a vacation rental. Lifty Life recently ranked it among the top markets in Canada. Not only is it a great place to own an Airbnb it is a great place to own a vacation property for yourself and family. Your family will love spending parts of…
Our team is often asked “what goes into launching an Airbnb in Canmore, Alberta?”. For those that don’t know, Canmore is highly regarded as one of the top Airbnb markets in Canada. It started off as a small drive-through town for tourists migrating from Calgary International Airport to Banff National Park. As the demand for…
If you’re wondering how to mitigate risk of your Airbnb then we have some suggestions for you! When setting up your vacation rental you will want to consider your local regulations, insurance, security and safety. Consider safety and security as one of your top concerns when staging and designing your property. Many hosts only consider…
In these challenging financial times it’s more important than ever to generate a supplementary income. Have you ever considered listing your property on Airbnb? We’re sure you have heard of the earning potential on vacation rental websites such as Airbnb and Homeaway. We’re here to help you plan for your entry into the wonderful world…
How To Automate Your Airbnb: The Ultimate Guide With the recent explosion of Airbnb listings across the world, it is not surprising that hosts and property management companies are looking to automate. If you have been neglecting automating your short term rental business, now is the time to take action. Guests are becoming increasingly more…
Let’s face it, the tourism industry took a big hit in the last 3 – 4 weeks. As the covid-19 pandemic continues to be at the top of global concern; airlines, hotels, and most hospitality based businesses have experienced a significant loss in business. Recently, Airbnb just loosened their rules on their extenuating circumstances clause…
Covid19 & Vacation Rentals The travel industry is hurting due to the growing travel fears of the Coronavirus (Covid-19). It is very likely you are dealing with many guest cancellations and concerns. The closure, suspension, and cancellation of major events, sport, and culture amenities diminish the value proposition of your listing. Sadly, the current environment…