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There is no such thing as the perfect property management system (PMS). So, if you’ve been waiting for a unicorn that will solve all of your problems, you’re out of luck. But what you CAN do is find a PMS that meets MOST of your needs and integrate it with other software, building a tech stack that works for YOUR short-term rental (STR) business. John An is the STR Legend, real estate investor and technology expert behind Ohana Stay, a vacation rental company based in Honolulu, Hawaii. He is an active member of our STR Profit Academy Inner Circle and sought-after property manager, bringing in returns 20% to 50% above market. John also works with existing property managers, providing them with the technology stack he has developed.Today, John joins me to share his process for building a tech stack for your STR business and walk us through the set of software packages he uses to run Ohana Stay. He explains why there is no perfect PMS and how to pick one that meets most of your needs—based on the features that are important to you. Listen in for John’s insight on creating the right cocktail of technologies and learn how you can make several existing software programs work together to get the functionality you need!Topics CoveredJohn’s background as a STR host in HonoluluBought property, decided to self-manage remotelyBuilt out technology and systems for efficiencyHow COVID-19 is impacting hosts in HawaiiState very careful about letting people travelJohn hosting medical professionals + localsJohn’s strategic approach to building a portfolioStart with buying own properties to hold long termOnboard additional STRs through word-of-mouthJohn’s process for building a tech stack for your STR businessWhat channels do you want to be on?What core features are most important to you?The tech stack John uses to run his own STR businessYour Porter meets most needs as PMSSmartbnb for some messagingTurnoverBnB to communicate with cleanersPriceLabs pricing engineJohn’s advice for building the tech stack that works for youLook for pieces with functionalities you needDevelop workarounds in absence of integrationHow Smartbnb’s AI works to answer guest questionsIdentifies keywords and determines contextAnswers common questions (e.g.: parking, early check-in)John’s mindset around creating a cocktail of technologiesConstantly test new things and be willing to make changesNo perfect PMS, so put together pieces that work for youConnect with JohnOhana StayEmail host@ohanastay.comResourcesSTR LegendsSTR Profit AcademyVreasyTokeetOneRooftopUplistingHostawayHostfullyYour Porter [Discount Code PAD]GuestySmartbnbTurnoverBnBWheelhouseBeyond PricingPriceLabsRentals UnitedStreamlineiGMSLodgifyEmail jasper@getpaidforyourpad.comSponsorHostfully Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many short-term rental hosts are using the Coronavirus shutdown to show our listings some love, taking advantage of the unexpected break to upgrade our Airbnbs. And those of us who’ve made improvements would like to update the photo gallery on our listings as well. But how do we take attractive pictures on our own—without the help of a professional photographer?Vick Fichtner is the travel blogger and professional photographer behind the Smartphone Airbnb Photography Guide. Vick has degrees in architecture and interior design as well as a master’s in photography, and she has been an Airbnb Plus photographer and quality inspector since 2011, photographing more than 3,000 homes. She also has six years of experience as an Airbnb host, sharing her home in Barcelona with guests from all over the world.Today, Vick joins me to explain how to take great Airbnb photos with a cellphone and share her top tips for prepping your space for pictures. She introduces us to the concept of staging your listing, describing how props can help a guest visualize their experience in your Airbnb. Listen in for Vick’s insight on how many shots to include of each room and learn how YOU can update your listing’s photo gallery (and attract more bookings!) with the camera on your smartphone.Topics CoveredHow to stage your Airbnb listing for photosUse props to help guests visualize experienceDon’t use items that are too personal (e.g.: shoes)Avoid clutter, try groups of three objectsVick’s general advice for taking photos of your listingTake more than necessary and publish bestTake photos from different angles for 3D viewVick’s Airbnb photo gallery checklistOne shot each of exterior and entranceTwo to four shots of living room, bedroomOne to two shots of dining area, bathroomTwo to five shots of outdoor spaceWhat makes a good cover photo (hero shot)Eye-catching, stands out from listings in areaShows most unique or interesting spaceNot too busy (frontal shots work best)What inspired Vick to write the smartphone guideNot allowed to work during lockdown, no guestsDecided to redecorate during forced breakHelp other hosts update photos with cell phoneVick’s tips for taking smartphone photos of your listingShoot from doorknob levelDon’t tilt phone (hold parallel to walls)Clean smartphone lensConnect with VickSmartphone Photo Guides [Discount Code PAD]Vick’s Airbnb Listing in BarcelonaResourcesSTR Profit AcademyGPFYP on YouTubeEmail jasper@getpaidforyourpad.comSponsorHostfully Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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