All Forum Posts by: Philip Caslan

Highly agree with Nathan - Buildium is a Nightmare to use for STR, it is not appropriate at all and prone to a lot of errors due to the sheer number of manual items that need to be adjusted in there.

I would look for another property manager. 

 Come to think of it LVP would look all right there - and they do run discounts for cheaper flooring, anything would better than what is there today! 

And I will be adding barstools in the future. Good thoughts Michael  

 Yea new dining room table is on the list - there is a couch next to it so allows seating for 8 but I need to get a new one... Stools also might add but decided against because I didn't want it to feel cluttered 

Garage - I almost added a massive floor rug but was advised to not, as it was just going to get destroyed within months and I didn't want to repeat the cycle of continuously buying rugs. 

Thanks for the kind words on bedrooms! 

 Good to know - I'm new to the whole seasons so I will have super low expectations for next two months... Just going to use this to button up the house for minor maintenace items. 

Appreciate the kind words! 

 Facebook Groups is a really smart tip - Thanks for that. I believe I'm following everything else you listed, will put reviews as a priority. The reps help 

Agreed on the 4 pictured one - just wanted to test out and see if it would help. Does look a bit tiny on phones. 

1. Do you have a social media page for the listing? Do not - not sure if this is totally necessary? In your experience is it worth it?

2. Have you looked into any local content creators? Have not - probably should but unsure how to find them except setting my location to Melbourne, FL on Instagram 

3. Have you looked into working with any local businesses to provide discounts for guests and piggyback off their customer base? Have not - I'm pretty green as to what would be a good funnel business that naturally aligns? 

4. What are the top amenities in the area for the high performing STRs? See if there is anything you are missing but you do have a lot covered. Really missing none - except a hottub

5. Have you set up an email marketing list with something like Stayfi? Planned on setting up later when Im busier and direct website makes sense. 

Hi All - Would love any critiques or feedback on improving my listing. 

This is my first Airbnb project and would appreciate any veterans here to give some tidbits of knowledge! Actively working on pricing as I haven't received any bookings in 2 weeks and my calendar is completely empty.

thank you all! 

Would echo the Cape Cod area is only super profitable during the summer time, you may very well see zero bookings during the winter months. If you prefer heavy seasonality and don't mind running at a loss for a few months, that may be a good market for you.

Also curious on this - wondering how this gets handled on the insurance side of things. How much of a premium did you see due to having a pool?