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Ideas for hosts and owners, and what we've learnt running aparthotels in Cape Town since 2014.
We have shared some tips on how to handle poor reviews, but what about avoiding vacation letting complaints altogether? Obviously, it is impossible to completely avoid any complaints. In some cases…
While there are a number of renovations that help increase the value of your holiday rental, what about smaller short term rental investment upgrades? Today's guest is typically well-travelled, with a…
With winter nearly here in Cape Town, many short term let owners are wondering how to prepare for the upcoming low season. Here in South Africa's Mother City, summer is the busiest time of year. Over…
Reviews are the lifeblood of every short term let. Poor reviews can have devastating effects on your booking rates, while positive reviews can often be the make or break factor when prospective guests…
Choosing a vacation rental management service is every bit as important as choosing the right school for your child, the right doctor for your health and the right partner for your business…
Repeat business is good for every industry, and the investor property industry is no exception. When it comes to holiday rentals, loyalty is everything. Many guests feel more comfortable staying…
If you have every daydreamed about getting into holiday rental property investment, a question that will no doubt arise is where to buy a beach house. Here in Cape Town, South Africa, beach houses are…
Just as photography plays a vital role in holiday lest investment marketing success, so too do your listings. Holiday rental listings work hand in hand with your images to help encourage enquiries and…
There is no doubt that keeping your guests safe is an integral part of the vacation let investment process. But over and beyond basic steps that you will need to take to provide a safe, welcoming…
For any would-be property investor searching for vacation rental tips, the short term rental market can seem overwhelmingly crowded at times. Just about everyone is sharing advice on how to increase…
If you have a vacation rental property, you need vacation rental rules. It is that simple. Many would-be investors enter the market with daydreams about huge profits, fully booked rentals and the…
One of the most untapped travel groups to focus your holiday rental marketing efforts on, the niche travel sector offers a number of opportunities for short term rental investors. In the 5th edition…