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When to Consider Hiring a Professional Property Manager

AirKeeper

Managing a short-term rental can be rewarding, but its rarely simple. Between handling guest bookings, coordinating cleaners, juggling maintenance needs, and staying on top of local regulations, what starts as a promising investment can quickly become a full-time job.

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From Marketing Pro to Professional Property Manager

Hospitable

From Marketing Pro to Professional Property Manager By The Hospitable Team Industry Insights In this episode of the Hospitable Hosts podcast, we welcome David Hillar , Co-Founder of Casa Co-Host , a short-term rental management company operating in Southern Ontario and Alberta. Start today with a 14-day free trial.

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Top 12 property management KPIs every vacation rental pro should track

Rentals United

Fixed rate: A charge per month for handling bookings and costs such as cleaning fees. Commissions: You take a commission on each booking, in return for your management. Direct bookings Focusing on direct bookings means you are less reliant on OTAs and therefore don’t need to pay their fees. This can be 25-50%.

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Best Vacation Rental Software for 2025: Top Tools for Property Management

Avantio

Use a unified system for managing multiple channels. To avoid major mistakes, like double bookings, look for platforms with secure API integrations. Modern property management systems (PMS) automate daily tasks like bookings, guest communication, calendar syncing, and payment tracking, saving managers time and reducing human errors.

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Best Direct Booking Website for Short-Term Rentals: Boost Revenue with Branded Search

Zeevou

In this article, we’ll explore how branded searches directly impact revenue growth and why having the best direct booking website for short-term rentals is critical to converting that interest into commission-free bookings. Ready to build a recognisable brand and increase direct bookings? Check-out Zeevou’s solutions.

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The complete Booking.com guide for property managers (2025)

Rentals United

In a world where visibility is everything, Booking.com is a platform no serious short-term rental (STR) property manager can afford to overlook. million room nights booked daily, it offers global reach that rivals any other online travel agency (OTA). million bookings daily across 28+ million listings worldwide.

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Best serviced accommodation channel manager in the UK (complete guide 2025)

Rentals United

Week-long bookings now make up roughly 30% of reservations—up from 21% pre-pandemic—driven by remote work, family travel, and relocation stays. As a result, property earning steadier income across 28+ day stays can focus on service, rather than volume. It’s an investment into efficiency and reliability.