All Forum Posts by: Nick M.

@Michael Baum

I asked them (via vrbo) what specifically they would like to joke about after thanking them for the inquiry and that we would be happy to answer any questions they may have - and no response from them after 8 hours of me responding to them. I marked it spam as I saw the time on the inquiry ticking.

Is there a specific duration I should be pre-approving an inquiry within? 24 hrs maybe

Also noticed they were a member since 2025 - and no feedback.

I am new also but their lack of response and cryptic message was a bit concerning…so I sent it to spam.

Thanks for your input

@John Underwood thank - I replied on platform and no more follow up from the inquirer

@Monique P. Thanks - appreciate your input.

@Josh Ball thanks Joh - plan to do all comms via vrbo messaging

Appreciate your quick response

So we received our first inquiry for a booking on vrbo…. Obviously very excited … But it looks suspicious to me - does this inquiry seem like some kind of scam or the beginning of a scam?? They are asking me to call them… see message below:

“We are very interested in your property and would like more information, particularly about the proximity of the amenities to the location. Could you kindly get back to us with the details? If possible, please connect me on nmber by following the instructions below:Please remove the fruit from the list and use the nmbers to reach me7 Apples 7 Kumquats 3 Bananas 7 Raspberries 4 Blueberries 7 Blackberries 6 Lemons 2 Oranges 3 Limes 2 Grapes”

@Michael Baum

Every property we ever stayed at had a physical book so yes - it definitely suffices.

@Michael Baum

That’s good to know - thanks! We’re excited to get our first booking and while we still have some work to do at the house, we listed it with availability starting in late April. We should be done by then and have everything in place. Do you use a “book” for information or an online service ? That is one of our next projects…

@Michael Baum

Thanks again Michael.

BTW - Are you using both platforms? Or more than Vrbo and Airbnb ? Any insight into what or how many platforms should be pursued? I just set up my vrbo account and still some finer details about planning the communication, cleaning service, maintenance persons, etc…

Could VRBO users from Michigan provide some clarity about the topic of sales tax/lodging tax collection and payment to the state.

I am just starting out with a STR and found that VRBO is not very specific if they are collecting the tax and paying it to the State as a marketplace facilitator or am I responsible for this tax collection and payment ?

Is the tax the 6% sales tax?

Thanks

@Bruce Woodruff

Thanks for your response and advice. Appreciate you taking the time to provide your insights. Newbe here wondering about how to best navigate theses aspects