
The Vacation Rental Manager's Podcast with Sarah and T
This is The Vacation Rental Manager's Podcast with Sarah and T.. The first podcast dedicated to the professional vacation rental manager. Join Sarah Bradford and Tim Cafferty on their journey through day to day issues affecting the professional vacation rental manager. From the Coast to the Mountains, Sarah and T have been covering all things vacation rental for over 7 years and counting.
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Mar 17, 2025 • 19min
Episode 180 - One Last Booking. The Last Episode of Sarah and T
Send us a textThis is a bittersweet episode as your two faithful vacation rental podcasters call it a career for their podcast. This is the final edition of The Vacation Rental Manager's Podcast with Sarah and T.Episode 180 concludes the journey for this medium but Sarah and T have things in store.Listen to them talk about the highlights of 8 years of podcasting and see what the future holds for Sarah and Tim.Find all of Sarah and T's content at www.sarahandt.com You can also follow this podcast on Instagram or Linked In Special thanks to our podcast Partners:Intercoastal Net Designs www.icoastalnet.comKeyData www.keydatadashboard.comSojo www.getsojo.com

Oct 28, 2024 • 53min
Episode 179 - They’re Back! 2024 VRMA Conference Takeaways with Sarah and T
Send us a textThey are back, and better than ever! Sarah and T recently made an appearance at the VRMA International Conference and reprised their very popular "Conference Takeaways with Sarah and T" session. Hear the live recording of the conference session that took place in Phoenix at the end of the VRMA Conference and make note of these business changing ideas that came up. 36 attendees share their one thing that will pay for the cost of the conference!In the Not So Hot Off The Press, But Definitely Happening segment Sarah and T share a recent article from PhocusWire that outlines a new program from Airbnb that allows for co-hosts on their properties, but the key is the co-host can't be a professional vacation rental manager. Find all of Sarah and T's content at www.sarahandt.com You can also follow this podcast on Instagram or Linked In Special thanks to our podcast Partners:Intercoastal Net Designs www.icoastalnet.comKeyData www.keydatadashboard.comSojo www.getsojo.com

Jun 24, 2024 • 25min
Episode 178 - The Outtakes Episode
Send us a textAfter 7 years, Sarah and T are publishing what you have never heard before. Our goofs, gaffes and general flub ups. This shows you a behind the scenes look at what it takes to put together a flawless episode. Find all of Sarah and T's content at www.sarahandt.com You can also follow this podcast on Instagram or Linked In Special thanks to our podcast Partners:Intercoastal Net Designs www.icoastalnet.comKeyData www.keydatadashboard.comSojo www.getsojo.com

Jun 10, 2024 • 35min
Episode 177 - Listeners' Favorite Episodes Revealed!
Listeners' favorite episodes are revealed in this edition of the podcast, with discussions on engaging episodes like 'Would You Do That to Your Mother?', insights from industry experts, implementing positive changes influenced by the podcast, and reflections on successful businesses benefiting from the content.

May 27, 2024 • 32min
Episode 176 - Tales from the Guest Book: Vacation Rental Shenanigans
This podcast episode shares outrageous and hilarious stories from vacation rental properties, including Paris Hilton causing chaos, guests mistaking properties, topless guests at a pool, and more. The hosts reflect on the importance of property inspections and prioritizing guest trust. Listeners also contribute funny vacation rental stories for future episodes.

May 13, 2024 • 43min
Episode 175 - Curing the Vacation Rental Conference Conundrum
Sarah and T discuss how to energize professional conferences in the Vacation Rental Industry, offering insights on outstanding conferences. They also explore maximizing summer revenue, enhancing the conference experience for attendees, and empowering property managers with a new direct booking marketplace.

Apr 29, 2024 • 49min
Episode 174 - Sarah and T Answer Our Listeners' Toughest Questions
In this engaging podcast, Sarah and T answer listeners' tough questions on VR management. Topics include providing supplies, defining terms (STR vs. vacation rental), after-hours coverage, OTA success, and budgets for new homeowner acquisition. They also touch on working with Realtors, accessibility, and cancellation policies. Stay tuned for valuable takeaways!

Apr 15, 2024 • 41min
Episode 173 - The Magic of AI in Vacation Rentals w/ Meaghan Moylan
Meaghan Moylan discusses the magic of AI in vacation rentals, sharing tips on using AI to save time and increase revenue. Topics include AI applications in marketing, communication with property owners, guest communication using AI bots, and optimizing cleaning schedules. Explore the benefits of implementing AI in vacation rental management for analyzing data efficiently and enhancing guest experiences.

Apr 1, 2024 • 41min
Episode 172: Tim Rosolio (The Boss at VRBO) Checks in with 2024 Trends
Send us a textIn this week's episode Sarah and T interview their friend Tim Rosolio, Vice President of Partner Success at Expedia Group (yeah, that makes him the boss at VRBO in our eyes). Sarah and T get into it with Tim about bookings being down, wonky search results, the Vacation Rental Home of the Year, and why VRBO upset the entire country of Canada with a recent ad. Lots of great information revealed in this episode!Find all of Sarah and T's content at www.sarahandt.com You can also follow this podcast on Instagram or Linked In Special thanks to our podcast Partners:Intercoastal Net Designs www.icoastalnet.comKeyData www.keydatadashboard.comSojo www.getsojo.com

Mar 18, 2024 • 52min
Episode 171 - John DiJulius, The Employee Experience Revolution
John DiJulius discusses employee motivation, onboarding, and retaining talent in this enlightening podcast. Topics include The Great Resignation, radical interviewing techniques, and strategies for keeping top performers engaged. A must-listen for anyone looking to improve their team management skills.
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