Get Paid For Your Pad | Airbnb Hosting | Vacation Rentals | STR Revenue Management How Nestaide Became a Top Airbnb Performer in Whistler
Apr 25, 2025
Alisha Nelson, co-founder of Nestaide, a thriving property management company in Whistler, shares her inspiring journey from launching her business during maternity leave to becoming a top Airbnb performer. She highlights the essential role of strong partnerships in vacation rentals and discusses navigating seasonal challenges and adapting to market shifts. Alisha emphasizes the importance of team dynamics, authentic relationships, and effective revenue management, along with sharing insights from the unique winter season in Whistler.
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Alisha's Accidental Start in Rentals
- Alisha began her rental business during maternity leave by managing one renovated property in Whistler.
- She quickly grew to manage about 55 properties, partnering with her family and business collaborator.
Strong Partnerships Scale Business
- Having a strong business partner with complementary skills is crucial to growing a property management company.
- Alisha handles behind-the-scenes, while her partner manages on-the-ground operations, making the partnership effective.
Winter Booking Shifts in Whistler
- The 2024 winter season in Whistler had shorter booking windows and lower nightly rates.
- Daily revenue management adjustments became essential to maximize occupancy and income in this challenging environment.