All Forum Posts by: Keila Pritchard

Everyone,

Thank you so much for the responses. I think we're going to move forward with self management. 

I'm working these next couple weeks on building my team then I will look at trying to implement systems to make the process easier (wifi locks, synchronization apps, etc.) I'm optimistic about the process but it does still seem a little risky. I'm hoping to start the property management before we leave so that we can get a taste of it before we're across the countyr. I will keep everyone posted on how it goes!

Quote from @Jesse Turner:

Thanks for posting! Now I've got Georgia (home sweet home) on my mind!

What I know about Evolve is that they pitch a low management fee, but they're also leaving a lot of the property management to you (external care of the property, for example).

As the STR industry matures, we get more market saturation, but we also get more tools on the daily. Check out Hostaway, Hostfully, and Guesty for Property Management Solutions. With Hostfully, for example, you'll get a system that you can integrate other systems (like Breezeway for cleaning and maintenance scheduling) and Pricelabs or Wheelhouse.

Before you move out of your place, search for and meet maintenance, cleaning, "runner", and inspection crews. These "boots on the ground" will be your lifeline for any remote management effort.

Okay, that makes sense. I know it might sound crazy but my wife and I might move into an RV a couple months before the move to make sure the STR goes well before we start the move to the next duty station. I think this will help us make sure the systems are in place for us to be across the country. Do you generally have a single company/person for all of your services that are on retainer or is it a scheduled appointment for them for every new guest?

Basically, my wife and I are military and moving away soon. For two reasons, (1: our house is probably bigger than what most military families in the area are looking for. 2: our private room on AirBnb has been relatively successful) we are seriously considering doing a STR instead of a long term renter. We were going to go the Evolve (STR management company) but we saw a forum from years ago on BP that strongly advised against it. I guess I'm curious if there are any BP members who have done STR self management from afar?

Open to suggestions and/or past experiences. As a bonus if anyone has had experience with Evolve more recently than 2021, I'm super open to hearing your feedback on the company!

Hello, 

My wife and I are military and looking to move to Anchorage next. Before we get up there, we know we'd like to buy property in Alaska regardless of where we PCS. I am inclined to buy a multi-family in Eagle River but there are not many available now. I'm really open to finding a property in Anchorage but the crime-rate and keeping tenants. Open to anyone's experience or advice on other places to buy. Excited to jump in with the BP community in Alaska!