T&H Realty

JULY 28, 2025

Nick is also a highly successful real estate investor who formed Off Leash in response to what he saw as a lack of quality General Contractors in Central Indiana. We’re an open book. Note: This guest blog was written by Nick Giulioni, CEO of our trusted partners at Off Leash Construction.

Maintenance

RL Property Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Even if a landlord is willing to travel to inspect their rental, that means taking time off work, booking flights, and scrambling to find trusted contractors. Trying to coordinate repairs from a distance is difficult and expensive. Meanwhile, the property sits vacant, and the costs add up.

Rental Property

RL Property Management

MAY 12, 2025

In-House Coordination and Vendor Relationships One of the biggest delays in turnovers comes from miscommunicationvendors waiting on approvals, contractors missing appointments, and owners unsure of next steps. Vendors are booked. There were scheduling delays, missed contractor appointments, and no clear updates. The result?

Contractors

Hospitable

JULY 29, 2025

He listed one of his bedrooms on Airbnb, and within two days, he got his first booking. At one point, we also handled the cleaning ourselves, but as we grew and learned, we began partnering with other contractors, such as cleaners and maintenance personnel. So right now, we've got a good, trusted network.” Sign up now! Admin work.

Property

Thanks For Visiting

APRIL 24, 2025

It opens the door for costly mistakes like missed cleanings, unanswered guest questions, or even double bookings on an Airbnb listing. A robust PMS or rental software does far more than just display bookings on a calendar; its powerful management software. This can lead to the dreaded double booking for your vacation rentals.

Airbnb

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

The system reduces errors and speeds up approvals, helping build better relationships with contractors and suppliers. It also improves exposure by allowing potential tenants to book showings online, reducing phone tag and manual coordination. By simplifying payables, managers maintain control over cash flow and vendor management.

Property Management

Host Tools

MARCH 24, 2025

Here are some key considerations: Getting the basics right Build for safety: Use a licensed contractor who specializes in treehouse construction. However, you can maximize bookings by tailoring guest experiences around the seasons: Spring/Summer: Promote outdoor features like deck spaces, picnic tables, and nearby trails.

Airbnb

Thanks For Visiting

JUNE 6, 2025

Treat it like a full calendar booking to avoid stress and rushed turnovers. Clear communication, good documentation, and firm policies are your best tools for turning these inquiries into smooth, profitable bookings. Protect yourself and your property with our Independent Contractor Agreement. Your time is valuable.

Rental Income

Lifty Life

JULY 10, 2025

Snow removal is essential, especially for driveways, decks, stairs, and roof edges — either done by strata or a private contractor. Some buildings permit only 30+ day stays , while others welcome nightly bookings. Buildings here often need more frequent repairs than similar properties in urban or temperate regions.

Property

Thanks For Visiting

APRIL 22, 2025

There’s a legal aspect to consider, especially for contractors. If you hire contractors for their expertise, you can’t dictate their methods. Consider using our independent contractor agreement to hire an inspector and set expectations from the start. However, you must be clear about the expected results.

Airbnb

Tokeet

JUNE 18, 2025

Maintenance mayhem: Tracking requests, finding reliable contractors, and ensuring repairs are done right and on time. The Unified Inbox brings all your messages together from places like email, SMS, WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, and other booking sites (OTAs). Delays here quickly lead to frustration for everyone.

Property Manager

Host Tools

JULY 12, 2025

This comprehensive guide will walk you through everything you need to know about hosting winter cabins on Airbnb, from essential preparations to advanced strategies that maximize bookings and revenue. Invest in a hot tub to really drive bookings. Unexpected snowfall can drive last-minute bookings, while warm spells might reduce demand.

Airbnb

Hospitable

JULY 1, 2025

Online training is available that teaches students how to find good deals, manage their rehabs and contractors, and operate a successful short-term and mid-term rental business. In this e-book, we cover: Decisions to make and things to check before you start. Ehab explains that the Rehab with Ehab program includes several components.

Real Estate

Host Tools

MARCH 17, 2025

By the end of this post, youll feel equipped to elevate your hosting game and boost your bookings. Offer Discounts for Longer Stays: Attract remote workers and travelers by providing reduced rates for week-long or month-long bookings for folks like business travelers. Fix the Problem Quickly: Have a list of trusted contractors (e.g.,

Airbnb

Thanks For Visiting

MARCH 11, 2025

We recommend hiring an independent contractor to perform property inspections, ensuring everything is in order before new guests arrive. You can easily hire an inspector with our Independent Contractor Agreement. If you’ve consumed or content for years (or just met us!)

Airbnb

American Apartment Owners Association

APRIL 15, 2025

Read Industry Books: Dive into titles such as The Multifamily Millionaire and Investing in Apartment Buildings to familiarize yourself with the strategies and challenges of multi-housing investments. Preferred Vendors: Lock in contracts with trusted contractors and service providers ahead of time.

Single-Family Home

Bay Property Management Group

DECEMBER 3, 2024

If you’re looking for the best property management books around, we’re here to help. There’s something for everyone here, whether you want general books or ones on specific topics, like taxes. These books can help you get a clearer grasp of the property management landscape as a whole.

Property Management

Buildium

DECEMBER 17, 2024

For the ins and outs on taking the home office deduction, see my book Home Business Tax Deductions. Deductions on Employees and Independent Contractors If you hire one or more employees to help you with your property management business, your payroll and other costs, such as health insurance and other benefits, are fully deductible.

Property Management

Buildium

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Employees and Contractors If you hire one or more employees, your payroll, as well as costs such as health insurance and other benefits are fully deductible. When you hire an independent contractor, that cost is deductible, too.

Property Management

AirKeeper

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Quality bedding isnt just about comfort, it’s a key factor in getting the positive reviews that keep your property booked. AirKeepers Linen Sourcing AirKeeper works with professional contractors who source high-quality hotel linens and supplies from trusted local and national suppliers across the country.

Airbnb Property

AirKeeper

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Quality bedding isnt just about comfort, it’s a key factor in getting the positive reviews that keep your property booked. AirKeepers Linen Sourcing AirKeeper works with professional contractors who source high-quality hotel linens and supplies from trusted local and national suppliers across the country.

Airbnb Property

Condo Control

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

By using announcements to send emails, accounting software to document finances and online service requests and amenity bookings to fulfill resident needs, paper usage and associated costs can be minimized by a lot. It is a structured process that ensures transparency, fairness, and competition in the selection of contractors.

Condominium

Condo Control

JUNE 19, 2025

2) The log book shall be kept for a period of at least five years from the date of the last entry in the log book. Similarly, there are requirements for licensing, signage, and who has authority to perform work on elevators.

Condominium

Muldoon Associates

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Building a robust network of contacts, including fellow investors, real estate agents, financial advisors, and contractors, can provide numerous advantages. Their network of contacts further facilitates connections with other professionals, such as lenders, inspectors, and contractors, enriching your investment ecosystem.

Contractors

Thanks For Visiting

JANUARY 14, 2025

Our team consists of some fantastic independent contractors who jumped into action to keep us going. Check out our FREE Independent Contractor Agreement right here so you can build your team, too. Why Having a Direct Booking Site Saved Us This incident highlighted the importance of diversifying booking channels.

Airbnb

Authority Property Management

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

IRS Safe Harbor Rule for Landlords To use the safe harbor rule, landlords must meet the following requirements: Separate Books and Records: Maintain separate books and records for each rental real estate enterprise you own. 250 Hours of Rental Services: Perform at least 250 hours of rental services each year.

Landlord

Condo Control

APRIL 24, 2025

Ontrack has built strong relationships with qualified contractors, and can command the best prices and best work. Features like violation tracking , announcements and amenity bookings give self-managed communities the consistency and control theyve been looking for. Ontrack has an outstanding 4.6 rating on Google.

Management

Thanks For Visiting

JANUARY 7, 2025

Responsiveness and Effective Guest Communication Quick responses are crucial for managing bookings, especially across multiple properties. Speed signifies professionalism and often secures the booking. Your responsiveness extends to all stakeholders: contractors, cleaning staff, maintenance teams, and external property managers.

Airbnb

Condo Control

MAY 8, 2025

AI screening software can vet tenants as well as contractors based on criteria that management controls. Residents can receive communications, submit maintenance requests, book amenities, and pay rent or monthly fees safely and conveniently. Some systems will even schedule viewing dates.

Property Management

Thanks For Visiting

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

In our business, we’ve filled this role utilizing independent contractors. Check out our FREE Independent Contractor Agreement to use in your STR business. A per-reservation model rewards inspectors based on bookings. The level of host protection varies significantly across booking channels.

Airbnb

Nest DC

MARCH 13, 2023

Specialized contractors, like roofers, should be hired for complex capital improvement projects. Pro Tip: Book those professionals before they are too busy to fit you into their schedule. Like other home service vendors, these professionals book up during their busy season. Hire appropriate professionals for the job.

Maintenance

Renjoy

JULY 3, 2023

This is where a vacation rental management company can step in to handle the day-to-day operations, maximize bookings, and ensure a seamless guest experience. How will you market my home and get bookings? More channels equals more bookings. Do you get direct bookings as well?

Rental Management

Tokeet

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Founded in 2016, it has grown rapidly to manage over 100 listings with a team of 20 staff and contractors. Specializing in full-service property management, bnBeyond faced rising operational costs as they expanded and needed a more efficient way to manage owner relations, bookings, and pricing. You can do the same.

Industrial Property Management

Tokeet

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Instead of relying only on online travel agencies (OTAs) like Airbnb or Booking.com, property managers should build direct relationships with companies, contractors, and corporate clients. By going direct and cutting down on commission costs, you can boost your profitability and maintain better control over your bookings.

Property Management

Whome

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

At the same time, their management might not ever meet their contractors. Guesty is a service that handles all of your online profiles, bookings, and guest communication. They take a partial commission from each of your reservations, and in return, handle all the major booking tasks.

Airbnb Management

Zeevou

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Their research revealed that most rentals in the area were fully booked during the summer but struggled in the off-season. There were days when everything seemed to go wrong: a contractor fell through, a shipment of materials was delayed, and unexpected costs kept adding up. The cottage was fully booked, and the reviews were glowing.

Airbnb

Thanks For Visiting

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Annette, with her financial acumen, took the lead on budgeting, financial modeling, and managing the books. By offering engaging content and creating a strong brand identity, you’ll attract bookings and foster loyalty among past guests. For us, this meant assigning roles based on expertise.

Airbnb