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Eric Eckl
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STR "Techology Stack"

Eric Eckl
  • Frederick, MD
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My day job is running a small marketing agency and we use the lingo "technology stack" to describe a client's suite of software tools -- customer databases, timekeeping programs, invoicing programs, email blast tools, etc. etc. etc. It's always a big deal for us how well these tools play together.

As I contemplate converting my home into an STR, I am wondering what combinations of services the seasoned managers among us are using. I can anticipate:

* Property Management Software (Guestly, etc.)

* A smart home suite (locks, thermostat, security cams, etc.)

* Accounting software (quickbooks, etc.)

What else is there? What am I missing?

Thanks in advance for your thoughts!

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Michael Baum
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Michael Baum
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  • Olympia, WA
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Hey @Eric Eckl. Like @John Underwood said, you can just use the apps from VRBO and AirBNB to manage everything. I keep everything in Excel as well and give everything to my CPA at the end of the year.

Don't forget that systems include personnel. A good cleaner and handyperson are critical to success no matter how good the rest is. 

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