MTR: Need tips on how to furnish and take photos

[Raghavendra Pillappa]

I have a 3bd/3ba, 2451 sq ft condo with attached garage near downtown Richmond closer to Level 1 trauma center, great schools and universities. To list on the furnished finder, I need to furnish the home and get some professional photos. However, I still have LTR tenants whose lease will be ending soon. How do I navigate this situation and any recommendations for hiring professional for furnishing and for taking photos. 

Thank you for your consideration!

Raghav 

[Allen Duan]

Hi Raghavendra,

Sounds like you just need to wait till your LTR tenants move out to start setting up the property as a MTR. 

One thing you can do right now: create the Furnished Finder listing with unfurnished photos, mention in the description that the property will be furnished soon, and start fielding inquiries and watching the unmatched leads section. This will give you an idea of traveler's budgets and what's in demand in your area.

As far as design and photo recs, connect with those in your market to get referrals from other MTR (and STR) operators. I know some people in the Richmond area who may have referrals for you =) I used to manage a MTR there as well.