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Top Strategies for Section 8 Rental Success

Top Strategies for Section 8 Rental Success

Guaranteed payments, steady demand, lower turnover. That is the upside when you run Section 8 rentals with intention. Yet many…

December 17, 2025 13 min read
Navigating Airbnb Updates: A Beginner’s Guide

Navigating Airbnb Updates: A Beginner’s Guide

Opened Airbnb to book a weekend getaway and everything looks a little different? You are not alone. Airbnb rolls out…

December 14, 2025 7 min read
Step-by-Step Guide to Vrbo Owner Login

Step-by-Step Guide to Vrbo Owner Login

New to hosting on Vrbo and not sure how to access your dashboard? You’re in the right place. In this…

December 14, 2025 7 min read
Airbnb Investments: Data-Driven Strategies

Airbnb Investments: Data-Driven Strategies

Two streets apart, same number of beds, one listing quietly doubles the other’s annual yield. That gap is rarely luck.…

December 13, 2025 11 min read

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Navigating the 2025 Short-Term Rental Landscape

Navigating the 2025 Short-Term Rental Landscape

Thinking about launching your first short term rental in 2025? The rules are shifting fast, and early decisions can shape…

December 12, 2025 6 min read
The “STR Loophole” for High Earners

The “STR Loophole” for High Earners

Are you a highly compensated doctor or lawyer struggling with a heavy W-2 tax burden? The Short-Term Rental (STR) Loophole…

December 12, 2025 5 min read
Stop Trying to Hack the System and Just Use BRRRR

Stop Trying to Hack the System and Just Use BRRRR

Stop looking for "no money down" loopholes that border on fraud. The BRRRR strategy is the legitimate, time-tested way to…

December 12, 2025 4 min read
Mastering STR Revenue: Use Airbnb Calculators

Mastering STR Revenue: Use Airbnb Calculators

If dialing in your nightly rate and minimum stay could add five figures to your annual STR income, would you…

December 8, 2025 13 min read
The Hidden Economics of Short-Term Rentals in Small Cities

The Hidden Economics of Short-Term Rentals in Small Cities

Explore the growing market of short-term rentals in small cities, uncovering trends, statistics, and insights for investors and travelers.

November 23, 2025 6 min read
Harnessing Predictive Analytics to Transform Short-Term Rental Success

Harnessing Predictive Analytics to Transform Short-Term Rental Success

Explore how predictive analytics is revolutionizing short-term rentals through dynamic pricing, AI forecasting, and enhanced market insights.

November 22, 2025 6 min read

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Short-Term Rentals in New Braunfels: What You Need to Know

Short-Term Rentals in New Braunfels: What You Need to Know

Let’s talk about the rules for short-term rentals (STRs) – like Airbnb and VRBO – in New Braunfels, Texas. It…

April 9, 2025 7 min read
Your Very Own Welcome Mat: A Simple Guide to Buying an Airbnb

Your Very Own Welcome Mat: A Simple Guide to Buying an Airbnb

Thinking about getting a place where travelers can stay? It’s a big idea! You could be a host, making people…

April 9, 2025 5 min read
Austin Short-Term Rentals Get a Little More Taxing: What You Need to Know

Austin Short-Term Rentals Get a Little More Taxing: What You Need to Know

Austin is a cool city with music, great food, and a chill vibe. But something new is happening that could…

April 8, 2025 9 min read
More to the Story? Joe Gebbia’s Departure from Airbnb.org Under Scrutiny

More to the Story? Joe Gebbia’s Departure from Airbnb.org Under Scrutiny

The news of Airbnb co-founder Joe Gebbia stepping away from his role at Airbnb.org has certainly set tongues a-wagging. While…

April 7, 2025 2 min read
Guesty: Is This the Future of Vacation Rental Management?

Guesty: Is This the Future of Vacation Rental Management?

Guesty is a powerful tool for managing short-term rentals, but it comes with both advantages and drawbacks. This blog post…

April 7, 2025 3 min read
Navigating Texas STR: Houston vs. San Antonio for Hosts

Navigating Texas STR: Houston vs. San Antonio for Hosts

A detailed comparative analysis of the short-term rental markets in Houston and San Antonio, examining market size, growth, regulations, demand…

April 7, 2025 13 min read
Location, Location, Reality Check: Digging Deep for Short-Term Rental Gold

Location, Location, Reality Check: Digging Deep for Short-Term Rental Gold

Before you even think about paint colors for that second home, you need to become a bloodhound for data. Location…

April 7, 2025 7 min read
The Shifting Sands of Short-Term Rental Regulations in Houston

The Shifting Sands of Short-Term Rental Regulations in Houston

As of April 2025, Houston operates without a comprehensive city-wide ordinance for short-term rentals, primarily focusing on hotel occupancy tax.…

April 6, 2025 5 min read
Hold the Phone! This Myrtle Beach Host and Guest Saga Just Keeps Getting Juicier!

Hold the Phone! This Myrtle Beach Host and Guest Saga Just Keeps Getting Juicier!

Y'all, you are NOT going to believe the latest whispers coming out of Myrtle Beach! Remember that little tidbit I…

April 6, 2025 5 min read