Erica Dike
Not All Designers Get STRs—Here’s How to Hire the Right One
Many investors tell me they’ve hired designers who either ignore practical needs (like cleaning) or just critique their space without a strategy. The problem? Not all designers understand vacation rentals. You need so...
If you follow these Airbnb design tips, you could double your nightly rates almost instantly. Don’t believe us? Erica Dike, a short-term rental design expert, has done it before and is sharing her “designing for dolla...
Tristan Thomas
Balancing Act: Maximizing Profits While Attracting Tenants in Real Estate
In the intricate world of real estate investment, striking a delicate balance between profitability and tenant appeal is crucial for success. As a realtor with a unique blend of hands-on experience, including personal...
Want to really stand out in your market? A few renter-friendly interior design ideas can make a world of difference, elevating a run-of-the-mill property into one that attracts tenants and guests and stays occupied ye...
Dustin Fike
Themed Park Designer Turned Newbie Investor in Orlando, FL
Hello, my name is Dustin. This may end up being a bit long. So, for those without the time to read it all, the TLDR: as an architect, I had a job I enjoyed, but recently laid off due to COVID economy. Been interest...
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Interior Decorative Wall Panels Interesting Ideas
Looking for a classy wall panel and wondering how to give your space an aesthetic look? This article gives you a wonderful tour of wall panelling interesting ideas & its usage to turn your home enthralling and sim...
Jeremy Porter
Adapting Homes for Rent: A Property Manager's Insight into Interior Modifications
As a property manager, one encounters a diverse array of homes with unique interiors, each reflecting the individual tastes and preferences of the homeowners. While homeowners often personalize their living spaces to ...
Erica Dike
Design Dilemmas: What's your biggest struggle with designing your vacation rental?
What's your biggest struggle when it comes to designing your vacation rental? I'm a designer that likes sharing advice/hacks/resources specifically for investors looking to maximize their ROI.I'd love to hear your de...
Erica Dike
6 Guest Types That Will Increase Your STR Bookings & ROI in 2025
If your vacation rental is designed for everyone, it speaks to no one. A generic space might attract one-time guests, but a strategically designed rental tailored to your ideal guest type builds loyalty, commands high...
Alec Santiago
Poconos Short-Term Rentals
Hi BiggerPockets Investors,Here are three key tips to consider when buying a short-term rental in the Poconos:Bedroom Count: What size home are you curious about purchasing? How many bedrooms should it have? Would yo...