He goes all out for guest experience though, well above the average host with car service, butlers, constantly upgrading amenities.For me it keeps coming back to a simple fact:  to beat the average, don't be average. 

They direct guests to your direct booking site where they make the reservation. 

I was looking into a virtual number such as from RingCentral so that I wouldn't have to use my personal cell in any guest communications, but I also noted that many of the PMS such as OwnerRez and Lodgify offer SMS messaging.

Don't know your area, but yes, a good agent is worth their weight in gold and can get you substantially more for your property.

I can send you a free guest pass if you want to check it out. 

Both are very touristy, but tourists mean guests which mean occupancy which means $$$.

It seems, the relevant zoning ordinance in Sarasota County was passed into law in 2019.Any help to understand the final versions of the state law, status and applicability in Sarasota County would be greatly appreciated.

The real winners here are Airbnb and the guests who enjoy lower rates than traditional hotel stays.

One thing ive heard alot from folks lately about is how they are having their spouse qualify as real estate professional status, and getting the hours for it via having them “manage the property manager” and review financial statements (known as investor hours).

Not to mention the risk of attracting the wrong guest avatar and dealing with damages.