VRMA Blog

The 2016 elections are behind us, and soon the 2017 legislative sessions will be underway. This next year will have a number of legislative opportunities to protect the vacation rental industry. However, there will always be threats, like those from the hotel industry.

I recently read a blog by Fischer Phillips, a law firm, entitled “How The Sharing Economy Can Tackle Discrimination Claims,” which deals with the issue of how companies working in the sharing economy need to acknowledge and deal with discrimination claims.

As more travelers look to vacation rentals as unique and convenient alternatives to hotels, we in the industry have to step up our hospitality game. As an interior designer and early employee at Vacasa. I’ve seen firsthand how designing an attractive, practical vacation rental enhances the guest experience — earning higher reviews, more bookings and a better ROI. Here are my top four tips for creating a stylish, welcoming space for your guests.