Stop Using AI. Start Hiring It.
By D. Brooke Pfautz | 6/8/2026
The problem with AI likely isn't a problem at all. The problem is that many vacation rental managers just don't know how to use it. Because AI is only as useful as the tools it is given, there needs to be thoughtful strategy around its onboarding, just like with a human worker. Over time, AI can learn your business's needs, and if given the right information, it can grow into a valuable employee that makes the job easier.
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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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A Beginner’s Guide to Bed Bugs
By Betsy Taylor | 6/5/2026
It is important to understand the life cycle of bed bugs and what steps you can take to eradicate them. There are seven stages of their life cycle, from egg to a full adult that can breed, which takes about five weeks. It takes two weeks to hatch, and at this point they begin to bite a host and feed on blood.
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The Art of Vacation Rental Pool Maintenance
By Brian Butler | 6/5/2026
The weather’s hot, your guests have arrived, and they’re looking forward to cooling off in the sparkling blue water of the pool. Does that instill in you confidence or anxiety? Hopefully you’re not flipping a coin at this juncture! The answer to that question lies in the surety of your pool maintenance program.
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