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How to List on Google Vacation Rentals in 2026
This article explains how to list your vacation rental on Google Vacation Rentals (GVR). It highlights that individual hosts can't list directly and should use property management software like iGMS to integrate, increasing direct bookings and control over listings.
10 Best Corporate Housing Companies for 2025
This article provides a guide to the best corporate housing companies for 2025, detailing their features, fees, and ideal hosts. Hosts can use this information to diversify their rental strategy and tap into the growing demand for mid-term rentals, potentially increasing income and reducing turnover. Consider exploring these platforms to find the best fit for your property and target audience.
The Step-by-Step Blueprint to Financial Freedom With Turnkey Rentals
This article discusses a financial freedom blueprint for real estate investors using turnkey rentals, highlighting the benefits of a hands-off approach. Hosts should consider evaluating their current investment strategy and researching turnkey rental options or services like Rent To Retirement to streamline their portfolio growth.
Three years of growth: The state of Airbnb-friendly real estate
Airbnb's "Airbnb-friendly" program, which allows part-time hosting in apartments and condos, is expanding with partnerships to help renters find these buildings. Hosts in the program are earning significant supplemental income, and new collaborations aim to streamline renter discovery. Consider finding out if your property is eligible and leverage these partnerships to attract renters.

Airbnb Business Card Hacks: Design Ideas + What to Include
This iGMS article explores the continued relevance of Airbnb business cards for marketing your vacation rental. It offers advice on what to include (name, description, contact info, website) and design tips to make them stand out, ultimately suggesting they can be a 'pocket rocket' directing guests to your property.
Premier Pads Acquires Hoste, A Colorado Springs Vacation Rental Company
Premier Pads, a fast-growing STR management company, acquired Hoste, a Colorado Springs-based vacation rental company, expanding its portfolio. This acquisition highlights the growing trend of consolidation in the STR management space. Hosts considering selling their management business might explore partnership opportunities with companies like Premier Pads.

Introducing the Pulse Rate Factor: Smarter Micro-Moves for Better Visibility
This article discusses the "Pulse Rate Factor" for better visibility, but the content is largely placeholder text. Hosts should focus on actionable information related to their listings and pricing strategies. Review your existing strategies and consider testing new ones.
30 Smart Ways to Market Your Airbnb Online (Without Paying For Ads)
This article provides 30 actionable, free marketing tips for Airbnb hosts to increase bookings without spending money on ads. It emphasizes leveraging social media, creating engaging content, and building relationships with local businesses to reach potential guests. Hosts should focus on video content, optimize their listings for search, and use emotional calls to action to drive engagement and bookings.
San Diego community nonprofits receive $425,000 from Airbnb
Airbnb is donating $425,000 to five San Diego nonprofits through its Community Fund. This shows Airbnb's commitment to community support, which can indirectly benefit hosts by fostering positive local relations. No specific action is needed, but it's worth noting Airbnb's involvement in the community.
I Cracked the Code for More Cash Flow & Less Risk (Rentals + Private Lending)
This BiggerPockets article discusses a real estate investor's strategy of combining private money lending with rental properties to build a diversified portfolio. Hosts can learn from the investor's experience, including how he found private lenders, and the importance of vetting deals and having exit strategies. Consider exploring private lending opportunities to diversify your income streams.

What Does Premier Host Mean on Vrbo and Is It Worth It?
Vrbo is updating its Premier Host criteria, making it harder to achieve and maintain this status. Hosts need to focus on booking acceptance rate and guest experience to gain visibility and benefits, including a Premier Host filter and priority support. Make sure to review the new requirements, and use available tools to improve your performance.
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How to Create an Airbnb Video to Market Your Property [+Tools]
This article discusses creating marketing videos for your Airbnb listing, even though Airbnb doesn't directly support video uploads. Hosts should consider using third-party platforms like YouTube and other social media to showcase their properties and include a clear call to action within the video.
Top Vrbo Alternatives for Vacation Rental Owners
This article explores top Vrbo alternatives like Airbnb, Booking.com, Expedia, Agoda, and Houfy, emphasizing the benefits of diversifying listing platforms. Hosts should consider these alternatives to reach broader audiences, optimize their strategies, and protect against account issues on any single platform.
Integration With HiChee
OwnerRez has integrated with HiChee, a price comparison platform, to help hosts attract direct bookings and reduce reliance on OTAs. This integration offers accurate pricing and calendar syncing, and verified OwnerRez hosts get a free HiChee Traveler Plan.
You’ve Bought a Few Rentals…Now What?
This article discusses the financial progression for real estate investors, specifically addressing how hosts with a few properties can transition from merely owning rentals to achieving financial freedom. It emphasizes the importance of setting goals and having a plan to generate active income, such as flipping houses, to fund long-term investment strategies.
I Built a Rental Portfolio That Gives Me “Boring,” Steady Cash Flow
This article details a host's journey from struggling to buy a primary home in a competitive market like Los Angeles to building a successful rental portfolio through house hacking and rental arbitrage. Hosts can learn how to find opportunities by thinking creatively, networking, and leveraging unconventional strategies like transforming underutilized spaces and using rental arbitrage to add more doors.
I Started BRRRR-ing in My Mid-40s, Now I’ll Retire a Decade Earlier
This article discusses an investor who transitioned from a high-risk job to real estate investing, leveraging out-of-state turnkey properties and the BRRRR method. Hosts can learn from the strategy of diversifying investments away from expensive markets and the appeal of turnkey properties, especially for those with limited time or seeking hands-off management. Consider evaluating turnkey investment opportunities and researching reputable providers.
20 Ways to Find Real Estate Deals in 2026
This article from BiggerPockets outlines 20 ways real estate investors can find deals, leveraging technology and focusing on motivated sellers. Hosts can use these strategies, such as targeting properties in pre-foreclosure or with tax delinquencies, to find potential investment opportunities and expand their portfolios. The article suggests using tools like PropStream for lead generation.
Walmart’s Expansion is Set to Bring Growth to Real Estate Markets—Is Tracking New Locations the Next Best Investing Strategy?
Walmart's expansion plans, including new stores and fulfillment centers, can benefit local landlords by increasing property values and attracting other businesses. Hosts should consider the potential impact of these expansions on their markets and adapt their strategies accordingly, especially concerning housing demand.
I Bought 3 Rentals Then Ran Out of Money…Now I Have 50 Units
This article shares the story of an investor who scaled from 3 to 50 rental units by forming partnerships. The key is finding partners who complement your skills and financial needs. Consider exploring partnerships to accelerate your growth if you're hitting a capital limit.