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The 3 Biggest Financial Mistakes You're Likely Making in Your STR Business & How to Fix Them accounting Nov 20, 2020

The 3 Biggest Financial Mistakes You're Likely Making in Your STR Business & How to Fix Them

 

As I was drinking my morning coffee and enjoying the sunrise on my patio outside, I had some thoughts s...

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Simple & Inexpensive Gifts Your Guests Will Love christmas for guests Nov 13, 2020

 

If you are a host on Airbnb, you are always on the lookout for ways to beat your competitors. You try to provide the most modern and best amenities to your guests and keep your prices reasonable to...

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Smart Ways to Market Your Business With Social Media small business Nov 06, 2020

 

The primary purpose of social media used to be maintaining contact with family and friends. But it quickly grew to include businesses that wished to stay in contact with current and potential custo...

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Planning a Budget That Sets You Free tips & tricks Oct 23, 2020

Wouldn't it be great to have enough money to live your life to its fullest, while still putting away plenty for a rainy day? You can turn this dream into your reality if you're willing to plan and sti...

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Simple & Inexpensive Ways to Decorate Your STR for the Holidays christmas Oct 16, 2020

 

The Holiday season is just around the corner and like every short-term rental property owner, you are excited to receive lots of bookings from your guests. With an increase in the number of Airbnb ...

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Cheap Security Upgrades Your Guests Will Love safety & security tips & tricks Oct 02, 2020

If you are running a Short-Term Rental Business, your focus is always on providing comfort and safety to your guests, along with any amenities that you can provide.

 

It’s obvious that many guests b...

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How to Deal with Bookings Cancellations automation cancellations insurance listing help pricing tips & tricks Sep 25, 2020

When you are running a vacation rental business, your aim is to get maximum bookings for maximum profit.  Whether you focus on a high nightly rate or on high occupancy, you want a good return on your ...

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Investing in Out-of-State Real Estate due dilligance finding properties investing Sep 18, 2020

Investing in Out-of-State Real Estate

 

Buying real estate rarely goes smoothly, and buying property out-of-state has even more potential challenges. If you are planning on renting property out-of-s...

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Common Real Estate Investing Mistakes investing Sep 11, 2020

Although real estate may seem like a sure bet for anyone, many investors make the same few mistakes. Eliminate these errors from your investing activities and you'll be well on your way to accumulatin...

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Money-Saving Tips for Heating & Cooling Your Short Term Rental tips & tricks Sep 04, 2020

 

The comfort of your guests during their stay inside your vacation rental is paramount for the success of your business. Whether your property is in the US, the EU, or Canada, your AC or HVAC unit(s...

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Emergency Retirement Withdrawals for Hurricane Victims hurricane help Sep 01, 2020

 

Emergency Retirement Withdrawals for Hurricane Victims

 

It is important to know that your 401(k), IRA and Social Security can assist you in paying for storm-related costs. Here is how.


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Bookkeeping & Taxes for Your Short Term Rental accounting taxes tips & tricks Aug 21, 2020

 

Bookkeeping is an integral part of a vacation rental business. This is because the government recognizes it as a business activity and levies income tax over the income earned by the owner. Compani...

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