If you are going to spend money advertising your vacation rental property on vacation rental websites, you want to make sure it is a success. Here are 5 things you can do to  ensure you receive the most “bang for the buck”.

1.    Be Realistic When Setting Rental Rates.  If you want your vacation property to rent, you must be realistic and optimistic, but not greedy! Set realistic rental rates for your property and ensure that the rates are correct on the site(s) where you advertise. You can easily research comparable properties in the same location as yours in order to get a good idea of the rental rate you should charge. Only charge a premium if your property has some distinct features. And, be willing to discount your property on occasion as needed. In this business, if you lose money for a week long rental, you can’t make that up!

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The vacation home rental market has never been stronger.  There are great and affordable vacation home rentals on offer all over the world, and the US vacation home rentals market is booming.  You could escape to the mountains, laze by the beach, or enjoy a woodland lodge, all at a cost lower than that of a hotel room, but with more space, more privacy, and more freedom.

Why Pay By The Day?

Why pay by the day for your accommodation when you can rent for a week or a month?  The cost overall is better, and for longer stays you can get some great deals.  Renting from a private owner is usually a good idea, as the owner may give you access to the home for a longer period – you could stay for several months if you were able to take a holiday that long, and during the stay you will have access to everything in the house – the bathrooms, the kitchen, even the pool if the home has one. more…