VRMA Arrival > Finance and Legal Operations

Fraud Rings and Fake Bookings: Lessons Learned in Vacation Rental Protection

11/25/2024

In this episode of the VRMA Arrival podcast, Matthew Gurley, director of sales and partner integrations at Lynnbrook, discusses the growing issue of credit card fraud in the vacation rental industry and the strategies property managers can implement to protect themselves.

Begin with the End in Mind: Valuation, Benchmarking, and Exit Strategies for Short-Term Rentals

By Jacobie Olin | 11/6/2024

Are you a short-term rental owner looking to build long-term success? Whether you’re managing a growing portfolio or preparing for a lucrative sale, the key is to begin with the end in mind. Planning your exit strategy early on will help you stay focused, maximize profits, and streamline your operations. Below are the top strategies for vacation rental owners—focusing on valuation, benchmarking, and preparing for the future.

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Estate Planning for Vacation Rental Owners

1/29/2024

Kevin Vozar, the senior director of business development and owner relations at Cabins for You, discusses the importance of estate planning for short-term vacation rental owners in this episode of the podcast. He shares his journey into the short-term rental market after a career in financial services and emphasizes the necessity of estate planning, highlighting the basic components: a will, a durable family power of attorney, and advanced directives. He stresses the importance of planning to avoid interruptions in property management and potential complications for heirs in case of an owner's incapacitation or passing.

Buy or Sell? What You Should Know About M&A

By Hal Conick | 4/5/2022

Mergers and acquisitions in the vacation rental management industry appear to be on the rise. If you’re considering buying or selling, here are some things to keep in mind.

Risk Management Considerations for Property Managers and Travel Insurance Companies

By Mark Taber | 8/1/2019

Most major decisions require some level of risk evaluation. In fact, we assess risk many times throughout each day — sometimes subconsciously. Risk management for business owners requires careful planning and attention to detail.

Risk Management Made Easy: Raising the Bar for Your Business

By Susan Elliott-Smith | 7/25/2019

Risk management doesn’t have to be an anxiety-inducing aspect of business — it can become a prime opportunity to build best practices to support every area of your vacation rental operation.