Learn how to elevate your short-term rental game with insider insights from a VRBO account manager. Discover strategic tips for maximizing your property's exposure and securing those coveted reviews. Uncover the nuances of VRBO’s fee structures and get the lowdown on the new Property Boosts feature to enhance your search visibility. Plus, Tim shares invaluable resources and case studies to streamline your rental operations, whether you're just starting out or looking to optimize your existing listings!
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Smart Review Request Timing
Avoid reviewing guests immediately after their stay to keep the 14-day review period open for them.
Request reviews first via VRBO's system using templates and follow up a few days later for better chances.
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Effective Guest Review Requests
Send review requests two and five days after guest checkout instead of on checkout day.
Use VRBO dashboard to request and respond to guest reviews personally rather than automated messages.
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Optimize VRBO Fees and Listings
Choose VRBO's 5% commission or $499 flat fee per property based on your booking volume.
Use property management software to link and avoid recreating listings when expanding to VRBO.
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We’ve talked about the importance of having your short-term rentals on multiple online listing platforms (OTA’s). It increases your listing’s exposure and thus your occupancy! But not all listing sites are the same. This week Tim reviews insights he gained from an hour long meeting directly with an inside account manager at VRBO. If you are already using VRBO or considering using their platform then this episode is for you. They’ll break down:
Their fees for listing your property with them
How to get more reviews
How to boost your search rankings drastically
Did you miss our live event? Well good news, we recorded it :)
In the recording we’ll review multiple case studies of Tim’s actual properties! You’ll get his EXACT resources, copywriting he uses with guests, policies, and his essential tips for setting up your short-term rental business so that you can live wherever you want. The recording offers a crash course in just two days with everything you need to know to find, acquire and operate a short-term rental with passive operations. Find our latest live webinar recording available here - https://restmethods.com/virtual
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