Short Term Rental Riches 308. Use these 9 Red Flags to Avoid Problem Guests
Oct 7, 2025
Discover the crucial signs that can help you identify problematic guests before they check in. Incomplete profiles, poor communication, and last-minute bookings are major red flags. Watch out for guests oversharing personal details or asking excessive questions, as they can indicate trouble. Pushing boundaries on house rules should raise alarms, while vague travel plans might signal unpredictable behavior. Learn how to effectively screen guests and protect your short-term rental from potential disruptions.
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Always Review Past Guest Feedback
- Check guests' prior reviews on every OTA before confirming a booking.
- Cancel immediately if past reviews show problematic behavior and contact the platform for support.
Require ID In Your House Rules
- Require ID verification and add it to your house rules to cancel penalty-free if not provided.
- Treat ID requests like hotels do and refuse bookings from guests who push back.
Enforce Prompt Guest Communication
- Watch for inconsistent or no communication after booking and follow up with verification questions.
- Cancel if guests ignore required questions that you set in your policies.