How should we adjust our short term rentals in 2021?

[Bryant Xavier]

Hey BP community!

How are you adjusting your short term rentals for 2021?

It’s safe to say that traveling patterns are a little different this year. I’ve noticed a good amount of my guests are traveling medical professionals, people working remotely, and even locals just looking for a quick local getaway. With this being said, I’ve also noticed that not very many people (in my area at least) aren’t altering their short term rentals to be more accommodating to their new market of guests. What are some ways that you are making your home more suitable for these different type of guests?

[Joe Splitrock]

We advertise our high dedicated internet speed, desk and quiet environment as selling points for people who are traveling and working. We adjusted our cancellation policy because people are more flaky. We are advertising to travel nurses on other platforms. Another winner for us is including Disney+. Netflix and Prime Video streaming. Most of our competitors advertise "bring your own logins". I know that saves money, but our guests rave about the streaming options, because few people have all three of these services. We have had guests literally not leave our property for days at a time. In the time of COVID, people are spending more time in the property, so focus on your amenities.