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Ky. General Assembly mulling crackdown on local government regulations of Airbnb, VRBO - Lexington Herald Leader
The Kentucky General Assembly is considering a bill that would limit local government's ability to regulate short-term rentals listed on platforms like Airbnb and VRBO. This could mean changes to local permit requirements, zoning restrictions, and other regulations that affect your STR business. Hosts should monitor this legislation closely and understand how it could impact their operations.

Is Now a Good Time to Buy a Vacation Rental?
This article discusses the current vacation rental market, highlighting increased demand in rural areas and the impact of economic factors like interest rates and inflation. It emphasizes the importance of a strong revenue management strategy, location, and understanding local regulations for successful vacation rental investments. Hosts should consider optimizing pricing strategies and enhancing guest experience.

Beyond Launches Integration with RMS
This article is an announcement from Beyond Pricing about their integration with a specific RMS (Revenue Management System). Hosts using this RMS can now leverage Beyond Pricing's dynamic pricing capabilities within their existing system.
Revenue Mastery: How to Stay Ahead in the Short-Term Rental Game (Ep-629)
This podcast episode highlights the increasing importance of dedicated revenue management in the short-term rental industry. Hosts need to move beyond "set it and forget it" pricing strategies to stay competitive, as the market matures and competition increases.
Revenue Mastery: How to Stay Ahead in the Short-Term Rental Game
This article discusses revenue management strategies for short-term rentals, emphasizing daily focus, understanding booking windows, and data-driven decision-making. Hosts should review their pricing routines, analyze booking data, and prepare for low seasons to optimize revenue and stay competitive.

Beyond Launches Owner Insights: Boost Retention & Growth
This article is an announcement from Beyond Pricing. While it includes some filler text, the actual news appears to be the launch of some sort of "Owner Insights" feature. It's not clear what this feature entails without more information.

Beyond Releases Owner Insights
This article from Beyond Pricing discusses design and A/B testing for web design. Hosts can use design considerations for their listing to improve guest experience. There is no direct action required from the hosts.
Why is Georgetown placing new rules on owners of short-term rental properties? - KVUE
This article discusses new regulations being placed on short-term rental properties in Georgetown. Hosts in or considering Georgetown should pay close attention to any new rules that are established.
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Going Beyond with Hannah English
This article is an interview with an Event & Field Marketing Manager at Beyond Pricing, discussing her experience and responsibilities. While it doesn't directly offer STR hosting tips, it provides a look into the internal operations and culture of a dynamic pricing tool, which is valuable for understanding the company's approach.
Increase your revenue with upsells with Hostfully
This 'Get Paid for Your Pad' episode discusses increasing revenue through upsells using Hostfully, and highlights how the platform has introduced new features like Inbox AI. The episode emphasizes the importance of upsells in a flat market and offers practical advice on implementing these strategies effectively, touching on early check-ins, late check-outs, and vetting local tour operators.
Increase your revenue with upsells with Hostfully (Ep 628)
This 'Get Paid for Your Pad' episode discusses the importance of upselling in the current market to increase revenue for short-term rentals. The episode covers practical upselling strategies like early check-ins and late check-outs, and suggests vetting local tour operators. Hosts should implement upselling strategies to improve their revenue.
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11 Must-Know Travel Trends for 2025
This article outlines 11 travel trends for 2025 based on a recent survey. Hosts should focus on creating relaxing experiences, optimizing online presence, emphasizing cost-effectiveness, and highlighting unique aspects of their rentals to attract guests and adapt to evolving travel preferences.

Discover How AI is Revolutionizing Travel
AI is rapidly changing the travel industry. According to Beyond, 46% of travelers are open to letting AI plan their trips, and hosts can benefit from AI by personalizing guest experiences and optimizing pricing. Consider exploring how AI can streamline your operations and improve guest satisfaction.

Boost Vacation Rental Revenue with Beyond: Now Featuring Booking.com Data
Beyond Pricing has integrated Booking.com data into its Market Insights and Comp Sets features, providing hosts with a more comprehensive view of market data. This allows hosts to track key performance indicators, benchmark against competitors on multiple platforms, and make data-driven decisions to optimize pricing and revenue strategies. Explore these new features to refine your strategies and improve your bookings.
Nick Saban hosts family at vacation rental in new Vrbo commercial: 'I have some rules' - USA Today
This article discusses a new VRBO commercial featuring Nick Saban and his family at a vacation rental. Hosts can learn from how a well-known personality views the guest experience and considers implementing house rules.
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Boost Your Ratings: Premier Host & Superhost Tricks
This article provides tips for hosts looking to achieve Superhost or Premier Host status. It covers essential hacks related to cleaning, communication, and amenities to improve guest reviews and increase bookings. Hosts should review the provided tips and consider implementing strategies like using automation tools and providing detailed check-in instructions.

6 Ways Travel Has Changed in 2024
This article from Beyond Pricing highlights six key travel trends shaping 2024 and beyond, including AI adoption, eco-conscious travel, the importance of transparency, privacy concerns, partner dynamics, and the significance of amenities. Hosts should adapt their strategies by implementing sustainable practices, ensuring accurate listings, offering diverse sleeping options, and curating unique amenities to attract guests and stay competitive.
We were 'nearly killed by our Airbnb host' - his remarks set off 'alarm bells' - The US Sun
This article discusses a potentially dangerous situation involving an Airbnb host and guests. Hosts should prioritize guest safety and be mindful of their communications and actions to avoid legal and reputational issues.

Beyond appoints Maria Flores Portillo to Chief Revenue Officer
Beyond Pricing, a dynamic pricing tool, has appointed a new Chief Revenue Officer. While this is an internal change, it signals the company's continued focus on revenue management for short-term rentals, which directly impacts hosts.
How Sergio doubles his STR portfolio every year
This article discusses revenue management strategies for short-term rentals, including daily and weekly pricing routines, and the importance of analyzing booking behavior. Hosts should implement a structured approach to pricing and revenue management, reviewing bookings and adjusting strategies based on demand signals.