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Category - Vacation Rental Management

10/21/25

Vacation Rental Management

Nashville Short-Term Rental Market Trends: September 2025 Insights for Homeowners

As Nashville transitioned into the early fall travel season, September brought a measured yet steady performance across the short-term rental market. While overall demand eased following the summer surge, rate resilience and healthy weekend traffic continued to support consistent returns for well-positioned listings. Even with shoulder-season dynamics in play, the Nashville market remains healthy. Listings with strong visuals, responsive management, and proactive pricing strategies continue to capture top-tier demand—particularly across...

10/21/25

Vacation Rental Management

Scottsdale Short-Term Rental Market Trends: September 2025 Insights For Homeowners

As Scottsdale transitioned into early fall, the city’s vacation rental market remained steady—showing rate resilience, consistent traveler interest, and solid forward momentum ahead of its high-demand season. While occupancy slightly eased from August’s summer levels, strong average daily rates (ADR) and longer booking windows reflected steady guest confidence and healthy revenue performance across property types. Whether you already own a Scottsdale vacation rental or are considering entering the short-term rental...

10/13/25

Vacation Rental Management

Vacation Rental Tax Benefits & Tips for Homeowners

Investing in a vacation rental or short-term rental (STR) can be one of the smartest ways to generate income, grow your real estate portfolio, and take advantage of tax benefits for homeowners. Whether you’re buying your first property or managing an existing STR, understanding deductions, depreciation, and professional management strategies is key to maximizing profitability. Here’s a guide for homeowners looking to invest in vacation rentals, covering tax benefits, STR...

10/3/25

Vacation Rental Management

Home for the Holidays: How to Prepare Your Short-Term Rental for Holiday Travelers

The holidays are a time for family, food, and making memories—and short-term rentals play a big role in bringing people together. Whether it’s Thanksgiving feasts, Christmas mornings, or New Year’s celebrations, guests aren’t just booking a stay—they’re booking an experience. As a homeowner or STR manager, preparing your property for holiday travelers can make all the difference in creating five-star reviews and repeat bookings. Here’s how to get your home...

09/12/25

Vacation Rental Management

Nashville Short-Term Rental Market Trends: August 2025 Insights for Homeowners

As summer came to a close, Nashville’s short-term rental market showed balanced performance in August 2025. Demand softened slightly compared to peak travel months, but nightly rates held firm, and smart calendar strategies helped owners capture strong bookings during high-demand weekends. Even in a transitional season, well-presented listings with modern design, strong reviews, and flexible pricing outpaced the competition. Whether you’re already a Nashville host or considering entering the short-term...

09/12/25

Vacation Rental Management

Scottsdale Short-Term Rental Market Trends: August 2025 Insights for Homeowners

As summer drew to a close, the Scottsdale short-term rental market held steady in August 2025, showing resilience and even growth compared to last year. Seasonal dips are always expected during Arizona’s hotter months, but homeowners who leaned into dynamic pricing, refreshed listings, and strong weekend strategies saw encouraging returns. If you’re a Scottsdale property owner—or considering entering the market—this report breaks down August performance by home size, explores what’s...

08/28/25

Vacation Rental Management

Top 5 Nashville Neighborhoods for Short-Term Rental Investment: Maximize Your Vacation Rental Revenue

Are you looking to invest in Nashville real estate and generate income through short-term rentals? With Nashville’s booming tourism and growing demand for vacation rentals, choosing the right neighborhood is essential for maximizing occupancy, nightly rates, and overall return on investment. Whether you’re searching for individual homes or new building developments, our in-house real estate team, Alpha Residential, can help you find the perfect property to invest in. Paired with...

08/25/25

Vacation Rental Management

Scottsdale Short-Term Rental Market Update: July 2025

Scottsdale’s mid-summer season proved once again why this city remains one of the most dynamic short-term rental markets in the country. Traditionally, July is considered one of the softest months of the year — but this season, performance metrics told a more optimistic story. Occupancy climbed to 40.7% (up from 38.3% in July 2024), while Average Daily Rates (ADR) grew to $210 (up from $203). These year-over-year increases highlight the...

08/25/25

Vacation Rental Management

Nashville Short-Term Rental Market Update: July 2025

July brought stability to Nashville’s short-term rental market, with performance aligning with expectations for midsummer. While occupancy dipped slightly compared to last year, Average Daily Rates (ADR) remained steady, showing that well-positioned homes are still delivering strong returns for owners. Occupancy: 47.2%, compared to 48.7% in July 2024 ADR: $261, down slightly from $265 last year These numbers highlight a market that’s normalizing after two years of rapid growth. The...

08/8/25

Vacation Rental Management

How Top STR Owners Are Boosting Their Revenue — Without Doing More

If you’re a vacation rental owner, you’ve probably heard the advice: “Respond quickly. Lower your prices. Do more.” But what if we told you the most successful short-term rental (STR) owners are doing the opposite? Rather than spending endless hours managing bookings, updating calendars, or manually adjusting rates, top-performing hosts are increasing their revenue by making smart, strategic moves—and letting experts handle the rest. Here’s how they’re doing it. ...