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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Consistency Is Critical
By Paige McAllister | 9/7/2026
In human resources, we promote consistency in how employees are treated. We do this because the manager who applies the same expectations, standards, and consequences to everyone—on good days and bad—is more likely to lead a strong, durable team instead of perpetually putting out fires. A team that knows where it stands is a team that performs well.
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10 Ways to Show Your Housekeeping Team They’re Valued
By Teri Quance-Ahdan | 9/4/2026
Brought to you by VRHP: As a property manager, finding quality housekeeping staff is one of the most difficult parts of my job. When we find top-notch personnel, we want them to know how valued they truly are. They are the foundation of a successful business model, and a housekeeper has the ability to make or break your reputation.
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Setting Expectations for Smooth Operations
By Michelle Fonvielle | 9/4/2026
Brought to you by VRHP: Communication is the key to keeping the balls in the air and the machinery running smoothly. Setting clear expectations for your staff, your guests, and your owners will benefit each group, and in turn, your business as a whole. Don’t assume that “everyone knows” what your policies or procedures are; put them in writing and make sure that everyone is trained on them. That includes “training” your owners!
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Housekeeping Hacks: Ensuring a Safe and Spotless Stay
By Tea Popaja | 9/4/2026
Brought to you by VRHP: To keep up with the ever-growing expectations of guests and owners, it is our commitment to provide a functional, safe, and clean vacation rental, especially during peak illness season. Our focus is to ensure that proper cleaning procedures are being followed by maintaining high standards and guaranteeing a worry-free stay.
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