Airbnb’s New Host-Only Fee Model for Professional Property Managers. What the 15.5% Shift Means in 2026
Airbnb now charges professional property managers a flat 15.5% host-only fee, replacing the old 3% host plus 14-16% guest split.…
Property Management
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Hospitable vs Guesty vs OwnerRez vs Lodgify. The STR Property Management Software Showdown for 2026
A feature-by-feature comparison of the four dominant STR property management platforms in 2026. Who wins for solo hosts, growing portfolios,…
Optimizing Short-Term Rental Management Fees
Key Takeaways If your net income keeps lagging despite healthy occupancy, the culprit is likely hiding in plain sight: your…
Maximize Your Short-Term Rental Revenue: A Step-by-Step Guide
Key Takeaways Your calendar keeps filling, yet your margins feel stuck. Use booking window bands, occupancy-based triggers, and local event…
How to Become a Successful Short-Term Rental Manager
Key Takeaways Bookings are exploding, guests expect hotel-level service, and owners want reliable returns. Step 4: Use Staystra for AI-driven…
Best Property Management Inventory Software: A Comprehensive Comparison
Key Takeaways Inventory gaps, misplaced keys, and stockouts quietly inflate operating costs. For STR operators that cross-list or flex between…
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.
Transforming Side Hustles into Sustainable Living through Short-Term Rentals
Key Takeaways Just eighteen months earlier, she was working double shifts as a nurse, dreaming of a different life. Within…
Best Short-Term Rental Markets in Texas: 2025 Investment Guide
Key Takeaways Think of the Texas short-term rental market like a diverse investment portfolio — each major city offers distinct…
The Hidden Human Stories Behind Successful Short-Term Rental Design Transformations
Key Takeaways On a quiet Tuesday morning in East Austin , I watched as interior designer Terri-Leigh Huleis stepped through…
