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All Forum Posts by: Andrew Steffens

Andrew Steffens has started 33 posts and replied 2434 times.

Post: Awing property management

Andrew Steffens
#3 Short-Term & Vacation Rental Discussions Contributor
Posted
  • Tampa, FL
  • Posts 2,463
  • Votes 2,025

Hi Robin,

I am a PM company owner so I do not have any direct experience with them directly.  However, I have had clients switch from them to us.  The reports I have gotten second hand are very similar to those I get from all nationwide large PM's - and it is poor.  Reddit has some threads.  I would highly recommend you connect with a medium sized (30-120 units) local PM for the best results.  Too small and they do not have ample staffing or software solutions typically, and too large and you are just a number.

Good luck and let me know if you have any questions! 


I think what you mention is lengthy but important. My main business is a STR Property Management Company owner. I now also act as a buyers agent for the reason that every year several people approached me for management services and were very excited about a new property they had just purchased and wanted to do STR. Only to find out they bought a house in an area not STR friendly and were now in a bad spot. I think the buyers should check and double check the rules and laws in the jurisdiction they purchase but I mainly blame a bad Realtor who had no STR experience. I think the best bet is to hire a local agent that specializes in STR. not only to steer clear of legal trouble but also to find the best returns.

Post: Pricelab expert wanted for initial set up and walk through

Andrew Steffens
#3 Short-Term & Vacation Rental Discussions Contributor
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  • Tampa, FL
  • Posts 2,463
  • Votes 2,025

Quite a few PL users here but not sure if anyone offers that service.  Does PL not have support that can help you?  If not, what Trent mentioned above might yield better results for you.  Good luck!

Post: 10% Down requirements

Andrew Steffens
#3 Short-Term & Vacation Rental Discussions Contributor
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  • Tampa, FL
  • Posts 2,463
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I would find a local lender (broker preferably) in the market you are considering and look at second home loan options.  I have never seen or heard of a 5% down but my clients frequently use 10% down options here in FL.

Post: NJ - Crystal Springs Wilderness Lodges - Looking for feedback

Andrew Steffens
#3 Short-Term & Vacation Rental Discussions Contributor
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  • Tampa, FL
  • Posts 2,463
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You can also get a premium subscription to AirDNA. Do not rely on just the algorithmic average you get with free version. This will allow you to see a T12 on comps in the area. I would then recommend looking at current pricing and bookings on Airbnb/VRBO.

Post: STR Pet Guidelines/Fees

Andrew Steffens
#3 Short-Term & Vacation Rental Discussions Contributor
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  • Tampa, FL
  • Posts 2,463
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Hey Josh - this sounds like a case of bad luck.  I think about 60 of our 65 units are pet friendly.  We have had similar issues (and some even slightly worse) but never bad enough to make us reconsider our policies.  $75 seems a little low, we are at $150.  This could be market dependent but maybe charge slightly more to help cover extra cleaning and wear and tear.  About 40% of our guests in pet friendly units bring pets so it is not only a revenue source, it is an occupancy getter too.

Post: STR investment group

Andrew Steffens
#3 Short-Term & Vacation Rental Discussions Contributor
Posted
  • Tampa, FL
  • Posts 2,463
  • Votes 2,025
Quote from @Maged Habib:

@Andrew Steffens thank for reaching out! I have a great PM out there already. Definitely excited about scaling in that area.


 Thats awesome! Let me know if you need anything at all

Post: STR/MTR Property Manager

Andrew Steffens
#3 Short-Term & Vacation Rental Discussions Contributor
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  • Tampa, FL
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This should be in the classifieds section, not in the forums.

Post: Guesty integration needed for client reporting NOT Trust Accounting

Andrew Steffens
#3 Short-Term & Vacation Rental Discussions Contributor
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  • Tampa, FL
  • Posts 2,463
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We used to use Guesty but left for Streamline specifically because of bad accounting.  I have heard it is better but I would not know.  I am on this forum everyday and have only heard Guesty mentioned maybe 3 times, so I do not think you will get an answer here.  I would recommend you contact Guesty support or join a Guesty specific forum (maybe Facebook) for better assistance.

Post: Have the EXTRAORDINARY Profits in STR Ended?

Andrew Steffens
#3 Short-Term & Vacation Rental Discussions Contributor
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  • Tampa, FL
  • Posts 2,463
  • Votes 2,025

I think the word you used EXTRAORDINARY meaning EXTRA ORDINARY is key, as yes extraordinary is over and we are now firmly in ORDINARY territory.  There are exceptional properties and exceptional markets but I think the market has matured and things are more of a normalized returns part of the cycle.