Insights & Resources
Expert advice on vacation rental management, property optimization, and hospitality trends from our team of local market specialists.

A Look at the Real Estate Market and How It Affects STRs
The relationship between the real estate market and the short-term rental industry is one that should not be overlooked or ignored by vacation rental owners. During the post-pandemic travel boom, f...

4 Types of Difficult Airbnb Guests (and How to Handle Them)
Running a short-term rental business is not all sunshine and roses–sometimes, there are situations where you’ll be ready to pull your hair out from frustration. One area that often can cause points...

5 Activities to Discover Park City’s Wildlife
Not too long ago, Park City was a small ranching community that was filled with endless native species of foxes, bears, coyotes, elk, moose, eagles, and deer that roamed where they pleased. And alt...

ADR vs RevPAR: Know Your Industry Terms
If you’re not an expert in the hospitality industry or have never rented out a vacation home before, the amount of industry terms and acronyms you’ll encounter can be a bit overwhelming in the begi...

Gaze into the Night Sky at These North Tahoe Stargazing Spots
Dark, clear skies make for some incredible stargazing, and North Lake Tahoe is full of them. This all-season destination not only provides the views, but it also has over 300 nights without clouds ...

4 Steps to Market Your Vacation Rental For Local Events
Everyone’s heard of huge national events like the Superbowl and Coachella, but what about smaller, more localized events like the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival or the Kimball Art Festival in Park...

Mountain Towns: A 2023 Short-Term Rental Analysis
There’s no arguing that the short-term rental market can be a volatile one. If you were a vacation rental proprietor prior to the pandemic, you’re aware of just how unpredictable this industry can ...

How to Protect Your Vacation Rental From Natural Disasters
Floods, mudslides, hailstorms, tornadoes, wildfires, earthquakes–these are just a handful of the different types of natural disasters that can occur without warning and cause damage to your short-t...

A Short Guide to the Best Hikes Near Telluride
Telluride is one of the most beautiful mountain towns in the United States, and no vacation to this winter wonderland is complete without exploring its endless miles of hiking trails. Whether you’r...

7 Tips for a Strong Holiday Season at Your Vacation Rental
Chances are, your vacation rental is already booked for the holiday season ahead, but there are an infinite number of ways to make the holidays more special for your guests to ensure that you have ...

Best Places for Nature Photography in Park City
Getting lost in the Wasatch Mountains is a dream for any photographer or photography enthusiast. No matter whether you’re visiting during the warm summer months when greenery is at its peak or duri...

Best Instagram-Worthy Photography Spots in Breckenridge
Breckenridge is filled to the brim with opportunities for photography. Whether you’re a beginner who loves to share your work on Instagram and other social media applications or you’re a profession...