Leisa Neal
Galveston STR.... nice or basic?
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...
Bailey Kramer
How do you feel about occupancy rate?
Does occupancy rate matter? Yes or no? I'd rather be 50% occupied, but pull in $500/night, rather than be 100% occupied at $250/night. Curious to hear your thoughts?
Matthew Perry
How I used a BP Book to close on my fifth property
For the six months or so I was stuck. I had saved enough for a five percent down payment for many of the properties I looked at, but because I already owned a property with an FHA loan, I needed to save at least fifte...
Kevin Lefeuvre
How to avoid 4 star reviews on airbnb/vrbo ?
Question for experienced STR hosts: If you are a super-host on airbnb and a Premier Partner on VRBO, you certainly hate 4 star reviews like me. When there is an issue, you proactively communicate with the guest to avo...
Nicole Heasley Beitenman
Looking for feedback on my first MTR listing!
Hey all--I know I've been MIA from the MTR forums; I had to take a few minutes to pop out some twins, and my free time is pretty limited because of said twins. But I did finally finish rehabbing and furnishing my firs...
Wilson Hunter
Direct booking website
Now that I have Airbnb and VRBO traction on multiple vacation properties I would like to explore creating a direct booking website for family, friends, and repeat guests to book without all the platform fees.What are ...
Leon Lee
Advice on how to operate my first Airbnb condo unit
Hi, fellow investors
I have been an investor for 4 years and recently I purchased my first airbnb condo unit. I feel a little scared but at the same time excited, as I have been wanting to try this model for a while ...
J. Erickson
First vacation rental / meddling neighbor
I purchased my first reno and now have it listed as a vacation rental. I have it rented about 50% of the weekends to couples who come to use trails or go sight seeing, my family uses it when I do not have renters. Not...
Lotus Eli
Innovative Strategies for Maximizing ROI in Short-Term Rentals
Hello everyone,
I’m diving into the world of short-term rentals and would love to hear your unique insights! I am on the journey to acquiring a charming 2-
bedroom, 1-bath cottage in a popular tourist area. To make ...
Sarah Beilke
AirBNB - Direct Booking Discount Request
Hello!It seems like lately every AirBNB booking request I get also comes with a message asking for a direct booking discount. I only have 1 property at the moment and have not invested in a direct booking site. I ha...