The use of technology, like noise sensors, to monitor noise levels within a short-term rental property and ensure guests are adhering to noise ordinances and house rules.
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A website or app design approach that prioritizes the user experience on mobile devices, ensuring that listings, booking processes, and communication are optimized for smartphones and tablets.
Laws and regulations designed to prevent the concealment of illegally obtained funds, which may apply to short-term rental income and require hosts to verify guest identities and transaction details.
A fee charged by platforms like Airbnb and VRBO to hosts for each booking made through their platform, usually calculated as a percentage of the booking amount.
The maximum number of guests permitted to stay overnight in a short-term rental property, as determined by local regulations, safety guidelines, and the host’s preference.
A strategy where hosts list their short-term rental property on multiple platforms like Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com to increase visibility and booking potential.
A situation where the number of available short-term rentals in a specific market exceeds the demand from travelers, potentially leading to lower occupancy rates and rental income.
A search engine that aggregates listings from multiple short-term rental platforms like Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com, allowing travelers to compare prices and amenities across different sites.
A formal request submitted by a guest or identified by a host for repairs or upkeep required at the rental property during or after a guest’s stay.
A communication tool integrated within a platform like Airbnb or VRBO, or a third-party service, allowing hosts to communicate with guests before, during, and after their stay.
A property that contains multiple individual rental units, such as an apartment complex, condo building, or several standalone cottages on a single property.
A contactless check-in process that allows guests to access their rental property using their smartphones or other mobile devices, often through a digital key or code.