Short Term Rental Riches 25. Increasing Your Listing Exposure Without the Headache
May 5, 2020
Discover how to boost your short-term rental visibility across multiple platforms without the risk of double bookings. Learn about the importance of channel managers for syncing calendars and pricing strategies. Find out what tools like Smart BNB and My VR can streamline your operations. Plus, explore the potential pitfalls of over-exposure and pricing challenges when managing listings on channels like Airbnb and Booking.com. Gain valuable insights to ensure smooth management of your rental business.
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Avoid Double Bookings With Syncing
- Use a channel manager to sync calendars across online travel agencies like Airbnb and Booking.com to avoid double bookings.
- Share iCal links between platforms for calendar synchronization to block booked dates automatically.
Managing Double Booking Risks
- Tim Hubbard experienced a few double bookings due to property management software glitches.
- He prioritizes having backup plans like alternative units or hotels to handle double bookings.
Use iCal Links to Sync Calendars
- Grab iCal links from Airbnb or HomeAway to share calendars between platforms for avoiding booking conflicts.
- This simple sharing ensures booked dates on one platform block availability on the other.