BP,I'm having limited success finding posts that compare AirBNB to VRBO and I wanted to see if there are any experienced investors that have used both and can compare and contrast.From my research it appears that AirB...

Hi,I’m looking to buy my first short term rental and would love a bit of guidance. I truly appreciate anyone’s feedback!- Are there any loan programs or strategies that are better for STRs?- How do you evaluate an are...

I know TN has no state tax.Is there any requirement to file a TN return on a STR? I live in SC.Wyoming LLC owns a TN land trust that owns the cabin.My CPA asked me and said sometimes a state return is filed, but I jus...

Hello all.  Has anyone actually used Stessa?  It was advertised on the last episode of the BP podcast #295.  I have 1 property as of now and have been doing little to nothing to track income and expenses.  Need to rem...

We recently had a 2 guest, 4 night booking including New Years eve blocked by airbnb. We received the booking inquiry with a "red flag" from airbnb which we had never seen before. We told the guest we were unable to a...

Hi.  I searched the Stessa forums and couldn't find an appropriate answer so thought I'd try here.  I use Stessa for my STR accounting and am pretty happy with it overall for what it is and the value I get.  One thing...

I am posting this question for someone else, but would also love to hear some feedback on those experienced with running Airbnb properties. What are some of your tips and suggestions for running a successful Airbnb an...

I am reevaluating the background check process for a mobile home park. Instead of using a site such as Cozy, I'd rather perform the background check myself. In South Carolina, is consent for background checks required...

Getting ready to start looking seriously at buying a STR. Does anyone have any advice on a good education company. Currently looking at Vodyssey or Short Term Rental Wealth with Bill Faeth. Any information on either o...

Hello all,

I’m most likely going to be picking one of these. I’ve heard a lot of good things about Rent Manager, Appfolio, and Buildium. What do you like best? Every opinion will be very much appreciated.

Thank you!