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7 Practical Ways to Prepare Your Short-Term Rental Property for Guests
A New Vacation Rental Owner’s Checklist to Impress Guests and Ensure Smooth Stays April 5, 2023 As a new or first-time short-term rental property owner, you know how crucial it is to maintain your investment. Your guests play an essential role in keeping your property in good condition, but it’s up to you to ensure […]
Tackling Negative Review Responses: Tips for Vacation Rental Hosts
Improve the guest experience and learn from feedback with these response examples & tips February 28, 2023 As an Airbnb or vacation rental host, it’s natural to want to provide the best experience possible for your guests. However, despite your best efforts, there may be times when a guest leaves a negative review. While it […]
Airbnb Automation: Elevate Your Vacation Rental with These 2 Techniques
Streamline Short-Term Rental Management and Guest Experience with Airbnb Automation February 8, 2023 As a vacation rental or Airbnb host, your goal is to provide guests with a seamless and stress-free experience. However, managing a short-term rental property can be time-consuming and labor-intensive, especially if you have multiple properties or a high volume of guests. […]
Should You Allow Guests to Instant Book Your Airbnb?
We break down the pros and cons of allowing instant booking for short-term rentals. February 2, 2023 As an Airbnb host, one of the decisions you’ll have to make is whether or not to allow instant booking. Instant Book is a feature that allows guests to book a property without first receiving approval from the […]
The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Palm Springs Vacation Home
Planning to buy a vacation property in Palm Springs, California? Here’s how to get the most out of your investment. By: Brad Greiner, CEO of Open Air Homes and OpenAiRE Brokerage January 20, 2023 Located in the heart of California’s Coachella Valley, Palm Springs is a popular destination for tourists from around the world. With […]
Make Your Airbnb Stand Out With These 7 Unique Amenities
One-of-a-kind Airbnb amenities & add-ons that’ll attract bookings and 5-star reviews By: Brad Greiner, CEO of Open Air Homes and OpenAiRE Brokerage January 19, 2023 If you’re an Airbnb host, you’ve probably had the experience of seeing a listing that looks exactly like yours— except it has more rave reviews and five star-ratings. Sometimes, it […]
Make Your Airbnb Stand Out with These Design Dos and Don’ts
Get Interior Design Inspiration for Your Airbnb with these Quick, Actionable Tips By: Brad Greiner, CEO of Open Air Homes and OpenAiRE Brokerage November 15, 2022 Over the last two years, the SARS-CoV-2 Pandemic has revolutionized how we live and work. Many professionals have embraced remote work and are leveraging their newfound flexibility to fit […]
Open Air Homes Practices “Unreasonable Hospitality.” Should Other Short-Term Rental & Airbnb Hosts do the Same?
Short-term rentals who practice Unreasonable Hospitality will likely experience the most longevity in the industry. What is “Unreasonable Hospitality?” As we move into our tenth year in business, we’ve always made a point to go above and beyond for guests. We consider top-notch service and personalized touches our secret weapon for being successful in the […]