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The Best Fall Target Decor for Your Airbnb
For all your fall decor needs from Target, check out this list.

Low Maintenance Yard Options for a Short-Term Rental: 9 Ideas for Easy Outdoor Upkeep
Maintaining a beautiful yard for your short-term rental property is not easy, but luckily, there are numerous low maintenance landscaping options and outdoor amenities that can enhance your property's appeal while minimizing maintenance requirements.

Help! All My Airbnb Guests Want Early Check-In and Late Check-out!
How many times have you accommodated an early check-in, changed your cleaner’s schedule, and your guest arrives late anyway? Here’s the best way to handle constant early check-in and late check-out requests.

Online Rug Shopping? Our Three BIG Tips - Plus an Insider Secret!
Online rugs are less time consuming, less expensive, and they have all sizes in stock. Here are the pros and cons of shopping online - and our insider tips.

What to Do When Short-Term Rental Guests Deny Damaging Your Home: 3 Effective Solutions
As a short-term rental host, encountering guests who deny damaging your property can be a frustrating and challenging situation. Here’s what we do.

The Airbnb Terms You Need to Know: A Glossary of Short-Term Rental Terms
Managing an Airbnb property involves a unique set of terminology and jargon specific to the vacation rental industry. Learn the comprehensive glossary of 10 common terms used by property managers in the Airbnb ecosystem.

Do You Need a Property Manager?
Are you thinking about hiring a property manager? Here are the top things to consider before making this important decision.

Rep Your City: Local Touches That Stand Out
Guests love to “live like a local”, right? We’d like to expand that to “photo and hashtag like a local.” Check out a few of our city-specific favorites.

How to Compete with Hotels: Unleashing Your Short-Term Rental's Potential
To stay ahead in this competitive market, it's crucial for short-term rental owners to maximize their offerings and provide exceptional guest experiences.

What To Do If A Guest Causes Damage To Your Rental
What should you do if an Airbnb guest damages your short-term rental? We’ve got three effective solutions to protect yourself and your listing.

Summer IKEA Picks for Your Rental
We love our IKEA picks! Here are the top picks for your rental this summer.

Trending Travel: Which Cities are Hot this Summer?
Here are the hottest cities to visit this summer.

The absolute BEST artificial plants for your rental
The best artificial plants for your Airbnb combine realistic looks with low maintenance, adding a touch of greenery without the hassle of upkeep.

Six Extra Items Guests Always Need
Uncover the six essential items that can make a world of difference for your guests' comfort and convenience during their stay.

What Backup Supplies To Keep In Your Owner's Closet
This blog post provides a guide on essential backup supplies to keep in your owner's closet to ensure you're always prepared for unexpected needs in your Airbnb.

The Hottest Furniture for Airbnbs Right Now
Take a look at the hottest furniture for your Airbnb.

Airbnb Hot Spots: Tulum, Mexico
Tulum offers a vibrant mix of beachfront retreats, jungle hideaways, and chic downtown stays, making it a top destination for any Airbnb guest seeking a unique getaway.


Airbnb Hot Spots: New Orleans, LA
New Orleans is a vibrant blend of rich history, lively music scenes, and eclectic neighborhoods, making it a perfect destination for Airbnb guests seeking culture and charm.

The Best Bluetooth Speakers to Withstand Renters
We’ve totally bought those super cool Bluetooth speakers… only to them broken almost instantly. Here are the best speakers we recommend for your Airbnb.
Add SMS notifications when guests purchase items and services from your store so you can be notified right away - and approve them when needed.