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Managing Short-Term Rentals

Marketing Trends and Management Advice for Short-Term Rentals

  • Boost bookings and income with tiered pricing. Discover how to set competitive rates for peak, shoulder, and off-peak weeks in your vacation rental.

    By Joan Talmadge | 9/26/2025

    Tiered Pricing to Maximize Vacation Rental Bookings

    Learn how to charge premium rates in peak weeks and adjust for slower periods to keep your vacation rental calendar full and profitable.

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  • Give guests a five-star first impression without overspending. Discover 15 budget-friendly updates— from deep cleaning and fresh paint to smart tech and stylish décor—perfect for vacation rental owners.

    By Carrie Hillman | 9/22/2025

    How to Create a Glowing First Impression for Your Vacation Rental on a Budget

    Want better reviews and more bookings? These 15 low-cost tips help your vacation rental sparkle and impress every guest.

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  • Learn strategies to fill late-summer weeks, adjust pricing, and attract early 2026 bookings for your Cape & Islands vacation rental.

    By Joan Talmadge | 8/1/2025

    2025 Mid-Season Vacation Rental Update

    Midway through summer on the Cape and Islands, prices are dropping—and vacationers are already planning 2026. Here’s how to secure last-minute bookings now and get ahead for next year.

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  • Get the latest insights on the Cape & Islands vacation rental market for Summer 2025. Learn about booking trends, pricing, occupancy, and how demand is shaping the season for homeowners and renters alike.

    By Joan Talmadge | 6/3/2025

    2025 Vacation Rental Market Update

    The latest insights on the Cape & Islands vacation rental market for Summer 2025. Learn about booking trends, pricing, occupancy, and how demand is shaping the season for homeowners and renters alike.

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  • Discover simple, effective ways to manage trash, recycling, and compost at your vacation rental on Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, or Nantucket. Boost guest satisfaction and sustainability with these waste-reducing tips.

    By Carrie Hillman | 5/7/2025

    Effectively Handling Trash at Your Vacation Rental

    Discover simple, effective ways to manage trash, recycling, and compost at your vacation rental on Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, or Nantucket. Boost guest satisfaction and sustainability with these waste-reducing tips.

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  • Ensure guest safety in your short-term rental with essential tips on smoke detectors, childproofing, and emergency preparedness.

    By Joan Talmadge | 4/22/2025

    Keeping Your Guests Safe: Essential Tips for Short-Term Rental Hosts

    Across the Cape and Islands, many towns now require short-term rental owners to register their properties and pay a registration fee. But even if your community doesn’t currently mandate registration, one thing is universally true: Your home must meet fundamental safety standards.

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  • Are you still looking to fill some weeks during the summer season, or are you starting to focus on off-season bookings? Either way, we’ve got some tips to help you boost your bookings and fill those empty slots.

    By Joan Talmadge | 3/31/2025

    Maximize Your Summer and Off-season Bookings: Strategies to Fill the Gaps

    If you still have summer availability or are looking to book off-season weeks, we have some tips to help you boost your bookings and fill those empty slots.

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  • Keeping your property clean and pest-free is essential for earning 5-star reviews and ensuring happy guests.

    By Sarah DaSilva | 2/24/2025

    Pest Control for Vacation Rentals

    Keeping your property clean and pest-free is essential for earning 5-star reviews and ensuring happy guests.

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  • As we move into 2025, vacation rental bookings across Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket continue to show significant growth compared to pre-pandemic levels while rates stabilize.

    By Joan Talmadge | Updated 2/13/2025

    2025 Cape & Islands Short-term Rental Outlook

    As we move into 2025, vacation rental bookings across Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket continue to show significant growth compared to pre-pandemic levels while rates stabilize.

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  • The vacation rental guest experience is paramount, as the host there are several best practices when considering linens.

    By Sarah DaSilva | 12/17/2024

    How to Manage Linens in a Vacation Rental

    The vacation rental guest experience is paramount, as the host there are several best practices when considering linens.

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