I installed smart devices (Nest, Lock, Security System, Garage door openers, Blinds and others)  in my property before listing it on AirBnb. I don't want tenants to go and mess with them. I prefer to give them access ...

I've started having guests sign a lease for my short-term rental in Ohio after hearing of some hosts whose guest issues or damage were not covered by Airbnb's Aircover. I include the note in the initial booking confir...

Hi,I recently purchased a home with a partner to use as an STR. The neighbors have been VERY friendly, as they think I am moving in to the home, and I feel like I somehow need to break the news to them that I am not g...

Hello!  I am hoping to get some insight on minimum stays for STR.  I have been 2 night min, but I have heard that you may get a better quality guest with 3 night minimum.  Any ideas?

Just looking for creative input....our guests that were supposed to arrive on Friday sent a literally last-minute message saying that she had gotten sick and couldn't make it. She said she noticed our cancellation pol...

Hey Everyone, I've been successfully self-managing a full time STR in the in-law unit of my San Francisco home for a few years now. I have been able to avoid trouble tenants in the past through the normal mechanisms, ...

What are the things you WISH you'd known to include in your first Short Term Rental? Looking for advice on any MUST HAVE products/items. What camera's are you using?Best keyless entry device?  Towels/Bedding? What is ...

10 Best Pocono HOAs for STR
Introduction to the Poconos

The Pocono market has long been a popular vacation rental market due to the area's many natural attractions and the region's proximity to major metros Philad...

For the property my wife and I bought/took over, I looking to update the automated messages for guest. Currently we have one sent out at the time of bookings with a thank you and parking instructions. Below are some t...

I closed on my first house in Galveston in Feb. 2019.  It's in the Historic District.  It was a STR for 4 years before we bought it and we had stayed there several times.  I wanted it for my personal getaway, but also...