Mike Z Rentals Earns $12K+ Annually with Upsells Via The Host Co
“The Host Co allowed us to turn amenities into paid revenue.”
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Mike Z Rentals is a property management company with 65+ properties in Southwest Florida.
Results
$12k+ per year in revenue from their Host Co stores
Seamlessly integrated with Host Co + StayFi Integration
Reduced guest inquiries by proactively offering services such as early check-ins, leading to fewer last-minute requests from guests
About Mike Z Rentals
Located in beautiful Naples, Florida, Mike Z Rentals manages a variety of properties throughout the region, from high-end vacation homes to long-term rentals across Naples, Bonita Springs, Marco Island, and beyond. By leveraging The Host Co, they’ve not only streamlined operations but also boosted revenue while maintaining their signature high level of guest service.
A Perfect Fit with StayFi and Host Co
Mike Z Rentals was already looking for ways to increase direct bookings and bring organic traffic to their properties. They started with StayFi, a tool to boost website traffic and capture guest data, and that's how they were introduced to The Host Co.
"What brought us to Host Co was StayFi," Mike recalls. "We're investing a lot into bringing organic traffic to our website and increasing our direct bookings, and we saw that Host Co provided the perfect fit to explore additional revenue opportunities."
“We were really surprised by how easy the setup was and how much it cut down on guest inquiries.”
Offering Early Check-Ins = Reduced Team Work
By adding features like paid early check-ins and late checkouts, Mike Z Rentals has made their business more efficient and less labor-intensive.
"We had offered early check-ins for free," Mike says. "But offering it for free ended up being a lot of extra unpaid work for our team — we needed a better way."
Enter: The Host Co. Using their system, Mike Z Rentals could set up automated requests for early check-ins and late checkouts. "We were really surprised that we've had almost no pushback on it."
The new system not only allowed them to capture extra revenue but also made the whole process effortless. "Now, if it’s available, guests can pay to make a request for an early check-in. And honestly, we've started to sell a lot more early check-ins than we anticipated," Mike adds.
“By proactively offering services like early check-ins, inquiries have gone down significantly—guests love it and we’re seeing more paid add-ons.”
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The Results: More Revenue, Reduced Guest Inquiries
Mike Z Rentals has captured new revenue streams, generating over $12,000 in additional revenue annually for their business annually.
Beyond increased revenue, one of the most noticeable impacts has been the reduction in guest inquiries.
"Inquiries have gone down significantly because we beat them to the punch," Mike explains. By sending automated messages a few days before check-in, Mike Z Rentals was able to offer amenities to his guests via their Host Co stores proactively, leading to fewer last-minute questions and requests from guests. "We’re seeing a lot more people saying, 'Oh, they offer that? Yeah, I want to do that,' and then they pay for it. It’s been awesome."
“Setup was super easy. It took almost no time at all to get everything up and running.”
Host Co Store Sharing Tips
Mike Z Rentals has integrated their Host Co store seamlessly into their StayFi dashboard. As soon as guests book, they receive a link to a dedicated StayFi homepage where they can browse available add-ons.
Mike also sends automated messages to guests a few days before their arrival, reminding them about early check-ins and other available upsells, effectively driving more sales and reducing last-minute inquiries.
Ready to Transform Your Short-Term Rental?
If you’re ready to take your rental business to the next level, consider how The Host Co can help you boost revenue and reduce the workload, just like Mike Z Rentals did.
