Many people are intimidated by the thought of hosting because they don’t feel like their space is “good enough.” It’s not nice enough, or big enough, or in a good enough location, yada yada yada. They forget that the ambiance you create matters much more than the physical characteristics of the space. A few months […]
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Thoughtful Christmas gifts for guests and clients
Yes, friends, Christmas is just around the corner, and it’s not too soon to start planning ahead. While gifts aren’t something you should feel obligated to buy, this is a wonderful time of year to show any guests you may have how much you appreciate them. Especially if they find themselves traveling during the holidays […]
Alternatives to Short-term rentals
Have you been hosting short-term rentals for a while and are unhappy with your results? Maybe you’re thinking of getting into it, but you’re worried about getting pigeon-holed into something that doesn’t work out. Well, it’s important to know that, either way, there are plenty of alternatives to short-term rentals out there. For many, short-term […]
A precautionary tale for vacation rental operators post COVID-19
As a professional Airbnb manager, I’m a member of a lot of Facebook groups filled with other hosts and managers. Some of them are very helpful and offer a wealth of knowledge; some of them I’m a member of more for the entertainment factor than anything else. But I’ve been seeing a LOT of hosts […]
The little things that surprise and delight
After I graduated from college, I spent a year teaching English in South Korea. It was a magical year, and really awakened me to my love of teaching. It’s been over 5 years since I returned now, but I still try to teach in some form or fashion as much as I can. […]