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From the Founder: Hotels Aren’t the Enemy of Short-Term Rentals. Bad Hosts Are.
Contrary to popular belief, we do not believe that short-term rentals will or should render hotels obsolete. There is room for both accommodation types to thrive.
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 […]
How Does the Airbnb Algorithm Work for Hosts?
Ten Tips to Hack the Algorithm & Optimize Your Vacation Rental Property Listings By: Brad Greiner, CEO of Open Air Homes and OpenAiRE Brokerage November 9, 2023 We have entered a world where large tech companies have more control than ever. If you’re looking for a property management company to list your home, make […]
Invest in this Sunny SoCal Short-Term Rental Investment Home
Profitable Short-Term Rental Triplex in Venice Beach for Sale – Bungalows by Open Air Homes These Triple, Standalone Bungalows are an Ideal Short-Term Rental Property These triplet California craftsman bungalows are proof that good things come in threes! This home is being listed by Amber McClain at the Stephanie Younger Group at $3,095,000. These three […]
When Will Airbnb Hosts Stop Being Sick of Hosting on Airbnb?
Navigating the Risks and Rewards of Operating a Short-Term Rental Property An article, originally published in nerdwallet titled “Airbnb Hosts Are Sick of Airbnb, Too” made the rounds in numerous publications in late September 2022. We understand why it circulated so widely. As a 10-year strong company in the short-term rental industry, many points resonated […]
What are the Advantages of Direct Booking for Vacation Rentals?
Why is Direct Booking Better for Your Vacation Rental Property? By: Brad Greiner, CEO of Open Air Homes and OpenAiRE Brokerage October 26, 2022 We’re grateful for the variety of booking platforms that are available for short-term and Month+ rentals. Placing our homes on the websites mentioned above has allowed us to reach a wider […]
Read These Nine Short-Term Rental Truths Before Monetizing Your Home
Plus: Nine questions to ask potential property management companies before turning your home into a short-term rental Picture this: You just bought a house, and you love it. You plan to spend a few months a year living in the house, and want to monetize it during the rest of the year. So you look […]
Get the Perfect Shots for Your Vacation Rental with 7 Tips from Photography Pros
Ensure Views & Drive Bookings with Effective Vacation Rental Photography By: Brad Greiner, CEO of Open Air Homes and OpenAiRE Brokerage October 24, 2022 Photography is our secret weapon at Open Air Homes, and for good reason. Adding professional photography to vacation rental listings accounts for a 63% increase in click-through rates. Read on to […]
Open Letter to Mayor Lisa Middleton & Councilmembers re: Palm Springs’ Emergency Moratorium on Short-Term Vacation Rentals
The decision to halt short-term rental permits in the registration process does not take all Palm Springs stakeholders into consideration On Monday, October 17, the Mayor and Councilmembers of Palm Springs halted applications to obtain short-term vacation rental permits. This moratorium is temporary – the city will resume processing short-term rental applications after November 30. […]
Should I Host Bachelor & Bachelorette Parties at my Vacation Rental Property?
Many Airbnb Hosts Market Their Homes to Wedding Parties. Here’s Why We Don’t. By: Brad Greiner, CEO of Open Air Homes and OpenAiRE Brokerage October 19, 2022 At Open Air Homes, we field several inquiries to book our homes daily. Over the years, we’ve grown with the short-term rental industry, gained experience, and naturally picked […]