STR News.

Hostaway introduces AI CoHost, an AI assistant for STR property managers. This tool analyzes portfolio performance, identifies growth opportunities, and automates tasks by processing metrics like revenue, occupancy, and guest reviews. It offers actionable recommendations and can draft communications.

Whimstay is launching same-day vacation rental bookings across the US. This new service allows travelers to find and book last-minute accommodations, potentially boosting occupancy for hosts.

STR hosts can boost profits with weekly reporting, focusing on revenue, occupancy, and operations. Automating data collection and adopting a consistent review cadence turns dashboards into control panels for informed decision-making and owner alignment.

This iGMS blog post highlights top property management blogs for vacation rental hosts. Discover expert advice on Airbnb hosting, revenue, guest experience, design, and industry trends. Key takeaways include staying updated on industry trends, learning practical strategies to increase occupancy and revenue, and improving listing performance. Read about valuable resources, like iGMS, Get Paid for Your Pad, and Mashvisor.

This iGMS article explores how multi-property management software can boost revenue by optimizing pricing, occupancy, and direct bookings for short-term rental operators. By centralizing operations and automating tasks, hosts can improve guest experiences, increase revenue, and streamline workflows. Learn strategies to fill occupancy gaps, capture higher-margin direct bookings, and efficiently manage your portfolio.

This iGMS article explores the pitfalls of a 'Franken-stack' of vacation rental software, highlighting how fragmented tools waste time and money. It advises hosts to map their current tech stack, audit it before peak season, and consolidate around a central operations platform. The article emphasizes a unified platform can boost occupancy and improve margins.

This article highlights the top 9 luxury vacation rental management companies in the US, providing insights into their fees and local service offerings. It's a key resource for luxury property owners seeking professional management, covering various options and helping them evaluate services for optimal returns and guest satisfaction. Understanding these firms can lead to higher occupancy and better guest experiences.

This PriceLabs playbook emphasizes the importance of calendar syncing and dynamic pricing for Airbnb hosts, highlighting how they prevent double bookings and increase revenue. Successful hosts leverage data on occupancy, booking windows, and competitor behavior to optimize their listings, while also addressing slow-season challenges and automating operations with integrated systems.

Seattle hosts are preparing for the influx of 23,000 World Cup visitors. The workshop aims to equip hosts with strategies for maximizing occupancy and revenue during the event. This preparation is crucial for capitalizing on the surge in demand and ensuring a positive guest experience.

This PriceLabs guide highlights essential software for small-scale Airbnb hosts to optimize revenue, streamline operations, and enhance guest experience. Key recommendations include dynamic pricing tools, property management systems, guest communication automation, and contactless access solutions. Implementations of these features are shown to boost occupancy, RevPAR, and guest satisfaction, reducing unnecessary busywork.

Extra guests in your Airbnb can lead to higher costs, neighbor complaints, and potential regulatory violations. Hosts often misunderstand house rules or miss occupancy limits, unaware of the potential issues. Learn how to prevent unexpected guests and stay compliant with local regulations, preventing problems for your short-term rental.

This Get Paid For Your Pad episode discusses scaling a short-term rental business to over 100 units while maintaining quality. It covers operational challenges, the importance of systems and leadership, and strategies for managing seasonal occupancy and renovations. Additionally, the episode dives into revenue management strategies for 2026, and the importance of a structured routine.

PriceLabs has integrated with Booking.com, enabling hosts without a Property Management System (PMS) to leverage dynamic pricing tools. This empowers hosts to optimize revenue and occupancy directly through Booking.com.

This article discusses businesses in Southern California offering assistance to fire victims. While not directly related to STR hosting, hosts in affected areas may experience impacts such as decreased occupancy or opportunities to assist with temporary housing.

This article discusses the impact of the Trump administration on Airbnb and hosts, the rise of professional Airbnb investors, and a comparison of Airbnb and hotel occupancy rates and average daily rates. It also highlights a gadget, the Ring Video Doorbell, that can solve common hosting problems. Hosts should be aware of potential regulatory changes and adapt strategies accordingly.

This 2016 article from Fortune discusses Airbnb's intention to allow trusted hosts to manage other hosts' listings. This feature could potentially streamline operations and offer new revenue streams for experienced hosts. The impact could be a more professional and managed experience for both guests and hosts, potentially leading to higher occupancy and improved profitability.