Referrals
We get asked a lot about what systems + software we use to run our vacation rentals. Below are the main ones that make our business run smoothly. Some have an affiliate link and if you decide to sign up, we really appreciate you using our link!
What OTA do you list on?
(Online Travel Agencies)
We list our properties for rent on Airbnb, VRBO, PeerSpace and FurnishedFinders (30 day + rentals)
OTA Listing Setup
Airbnb Specifically
If you don’t have an Airbnb Host Account yet, please use our referral link! I will spend 1 hour on a call to help you set up your listing if you use it and Airbnb pays me instead of you!
What Pricing Tool do you use?
Pricelabs
Pricelabs has really great data for daily rates as well as when you are researching neighborhoods and markets for a new property.
What PMS do you use? (property mgmt software)
Hospitable
We love the auto messaging features of Hospitable as well as a few other reporting tools!
Accounting Software
Quickbooks
PLEASE separate your business from your personal account. Immediately. Then use QBO to make things easier!
What lock software do you use?
RemoteLock
Now that you have a smart lock, make it really easy and attach it to a system. We prefer RemoteLock. It integrates with Airbnb, VRBO, Hospitable and a lot of other PMS softwares so your calendar connects to the lock and creates guest access for every single guest.
Anything else?
Yes. Breezeway.
We utilize Breezeway for cleaning + maintenance checklists. Our cleaners sign in to an app for a checklist and spot to house pictures on every turn over. They also add comments when things are broken or need extra attention.
What podcasts do you recommend?
Thanks for Visiting - Sarah + Annette
I need STR Friends!
JOIN A Mastermind. I LOVE mine. It’s called HBMM (Hosting Business Mastery Method) and it’s hosted by the ladies that run the podcast Thanks for Visiting, use my link here.
Lots of options out there. I recommend these people:
Stacey St. John
Mike Sjogren
Marilyn Taylor
If you are looking for a specific kind of group, reach out! I know a lot of different people in different industries and I would be happy to connect you to my people!
Insurance + Damage Waiver
Proper is the most popular STR insurance policy group. We use a Travelers policy from an insurance broker. Whatever policy you get, make sure it covers lost revenue if something happens to the house.
We also utilize Safely for a damage waiver (Aircover is NOT insurance, do not treat it so). Waivo + Safely are additional companies that provide coverage for each stay. Towel, lamp, couch, sheets get ruined? No problem, use this kind of program instead of getting $$ from the guest. We pass the fee along to guests for each stay so they are covered!