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Short-term vacation rentals are one of the fastest growing trends in travel today. In fact, they've become so popular that 49% of today's leisure travelers plan to stay in a rental versus a hotel. There are a variety of reasons guests prefer the comfort of a home-stay versus traditional hotels:
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Discover Your Home's Niche
Vacation rentals are an attractive option for many different types of guests. From international travelers looking to soak up the area culture, to nearby locals seeking stay-cation opportunities, you'll find that guests may be interested in renting your home for a variety of reasons:
- Traditional Vacation/Tourist Getaways for Families, Friends or Couples
- Guests Seeking Luxury Stays (e.g. Homes with Special Locations, Views, Rec Amenities, Swimming Pools, Etc.)
- Families or Groups Attending Local Events Such as Reunions, Festivals, Conventions or Weddings
- Guests Seeking Gathering Places to Host Special Occasions: Bridal Showers, Baby Showers, and Birthday's
- Executive/Corporate Travelers in Town for Business or Conferences
Start Earning Passive Income
The potential to earn additional income is the number one reason most people decide to start their own vacation rental business; however, there are other important factors to consider before taking the leap. You may be a good candidate if you can answer yes to the following:
- You own a secondary residence that you only use on a limited basis, and would like to offset the expenses of ownership
- You own a traditional rental property that may bring in better income as a short-term rental; or you no longer want to be a landlord
- You can afford to maintain the property during slow seasons and/or times of extended vacancy
- You realize that guests expect comfortable amenities such as quality furnishings, wifi, TV, and kitchen and bath supplies
- You understand there will be reasonable wear and tear on the home, and are prepared to cover ongoing maintenance costs
- You are open-minded, personable, and enjoy the idea of sharing your home with a variety of interesting people and travelers
We've been consulting and managing vacation rentals in the Greater Sacramento Region since 2011. We are passionate about our business and realize that every homeowner has different needs when it comes to starting their own business. That's why we've created a variety of consultation and property management packages to choose from.