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Managing Short-Term Rentals

Marketing Trends and Management Advice for Short-Term Rentals

  • Vacationer inquiries are like gold, don't squander them! Here is how you can convert them into bookings.

    By Joan Talmadge | Updated 12/18/2024

    Successfully Converting Inquiries to Bookings

    Vacationer inquiries are like gold, don't squander them! Here is how you can convert them into bookings.

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  • The Mass Lodging Tax on short-term vacation rentals imposes up to 14.45% taxes on weekly Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard & Nantucket rentals starting July 1, 2019.

    By Joan Talmadge | Updated 2/18/2019

    The Lodging Tax is here - What do you need to know?

    The Mass Lodging Tax on short-term vacation rentals imposes up to 14.45% taxes on weekly Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard & Nantucket rentals starting July 1, 2019.

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  • Prepare your vacation rental for the season with this host checklist. Improve your listing, manage bookings, attract guests, and stay compliant with local rules.

    By Samantha Williams | Updated 1/9/2026

    Vacation Rental Checklist for Hosts: Get Ready for the Rental Season

    Get your vacation rental ready for the upcoming season with this essential 10-step checklist covering listings, bookings, photos, compliance, and guest communication.

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  • Travelers looking to vacation on Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket are inquiring and booking vacation rentals earlier in the season, making use of direct communication and no service fees.

    By Elizabeth Weedon | 1/9/2019

    Be sure to catch the vacationer wave!

    Travelers looking to vacation on Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket are inquiring and booking vacation rentals earlier in the season, making use of direct communication and no service fees.

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  • By Joan Talmadge | Updated 7/23/2019

    What you need to do regarding the new Lodging Tax Bill

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  • The total lodging tax imposed on vacation rentals in Massachusetts varies by town. View the what your town is assessing and whether the wastewater tax applies.

    By Joan Talmadge | Updated 9/3/2026

    Short-Term Lodging Tax Percentage by Town

    The total lodging tax imposed on vacation rentals in Massachusetts varies by town. View the what your town is assessing and whether the wastewater tax applies.

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  • By Becky Fischer | Updated 6/10/2022

    Consultation Service – A Great Winter Marketing Activity!

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  • By Joan Talmadge | Updated 1/4/2019

    Surprise last-minute revival of the lodging tax bill!

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  • By Joan Talmadge | Updated 6/6/2023

    Air Conditioning – An Increasingly Popular Amenity

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  • Learn how WeNeedaVacation Booking Management helps vacation rental owners track guests, payments, taxes, documents, deadlines, and calendar availability.

    By Samantha Williams | Updated 9/9/2026

    Vacation Rental Booking Management: Track Guests, Payments & Calendars

    WeNeedaVacation Booking Management helps vacation rental owners track guest details, payments, documents, taxes, deadlines, and calendar availability in one place.

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