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Running More Sustainable Vacation Rentals
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There’s a growing awareness in today’s world that everyone—from corporate giants to small business owners to normal everyday people—needs to make an effort to reduce our impact on the environment. Many in the short-term rental industry are realizing that they are definitely part of this collective, too, and are taking steps to ensure a greener future for all of us by embracing more sustainable vacation rentals.
If you’re wondering if and how guests think about sustainability, the answer is a resounding, “Yes.” A survey conducted by Booking.com in 2022 shows that 78% of travelers intend to stay in sustainable vacation rentals at least once in 2023. It seems that many of today’s travelers are increasingly aware of the impact tourism has on the environment and they want to do their part when making travel plans. So, property owners and managers who invest in more sustainable practices are not only doing the right thing for the environment, but they’ll likely see increased bookings, potentially earn higher rates for their properties and even attract return business from guests who value this commitment to sustainability.
4 Reasons Your Rentals Need Access Control
There’s a saying in today’s business environment: when a new technology rolls out, if you’re not part of the steamroller, you’ll soon be part of the road. For vacation rental property owners, there’s no more vivid illustration of this than migrating to the latest access technology. Whether you have just a few rental properties or [...]
Smart Home Dos and Don'ts
The smart home market is expected to grow by 22.3% with a market size of $205.61 billion over the next three years, according to the Business Research Company. From smart locks and access control software to smart thermostats to virtual assistants, more and more homeowners are adopting smart home devices to improve security, energy efficiency [...]
When Keys Become Your Worst Nightmare
If you own rental property, you probably have a few horror stories of your own about keys, rental units, renters arriving too early, and irate guests?? It's enough to cause a panic attack! The story we're going to share with you could have have gone a different way but turned out okay in this instance. [...]
Which Keyless Lock is right for your commercial property?
We came across this article and thought we'd share it with you so you can get a better understanding of the keyless lock options available today. Keyless locks are an easy and convenient way to secure your commercial property while still allowing easy access. There are many different options available so it's important to review [...]
Learn to "Talk the Talk" when it comes to Keyless Locks
If you've made the decision to move to a smart or keyless lock for your vacation property or business, it's important to understand the terms so you can understand and choose the right option for you! Whether you're working in property management or the vacation rental industry, you may have engaged in a conversation about [...]