Why We Built Adapt, and Why It Works Differently
By Jamie Lane | 9/14/2026
AirDNA's Adapt revenue management tool was built using AI-native logic that shows vacation rental operators how it works and why. That takes the guess work out of dynamic pricing strategies and decisions.
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Summer STR Performance Review: Strong RevPAR Growth Masks Diverging Market Trends
By Key Data Dashboard | 9/7/2026
As the 2026 summer travel season draws to a close, the short-term rental industry has largely delivered on the expectations that emerged earlier this spring. When we reviewed summer pacing in May, we noted that operators were entering the season amid continued economic uncertainty, elevated borrowing costs, persistent geopolitical tensions, and increasingly cautious consumer spending. Rather than relying on a surge in travel demand, we anticipated that many destinations would lean on pricing power to drive revenue growth, with compressed booking windows and more selective consumer behavior shaping the summer landscape.
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More Than Software: Why People Still Choose OwnerRez
By Paul Waldschmidt | 8/10/2026
OwnerRez has grown by focusing on more than technology. Built by vacation rental professionals, the platform combines deep channel integrations and flexible software with a people-first philosophy that prioritizes customer satisfaction and trust. OwnerRez is designed to help property managers streamline operations and build stronger, more sustainable businesses.
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What Vacation Rental Operators Should Understand About Today’s M&A Market
By Jason Thomas | 6/8/2026
The vacation rental management industry continues to attract investor interest, but the M&A landscape has evolved significantly. Buyers are more disciplined, deal structures are more complex, and operators who prepare early are positioned to achieve stronger outcomes. This article explores what drives value in today’s market, how transactions are being structured, and what owners should understand as they evaluate long-term opportunities.
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Podcast
Podcast
The 911 Lifeline Every Vacation Rental Needs
4/29/2025
In this episode of the VRMA Arrival podcast, Onita Mihaly, senior director of brand marketing at Ooma, discusses the company's role in improving short-term rental (STR) safety with its VoIP-based landline service.
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