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Sage Bertran
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What Are Some Commonly Overlooked Mistakes in Running a Short-Term Rental?

Sage Bertran
  • Property Manager
  • Orlando, FL
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Hey everyone! 

I’m currently diving deeper into the world of short-term rentals, and I’ve been learning a ton—but I know there are always those little details that can make or break a guest experience or hurt profitability without even realizing it.

So I wanted to ask:
What are some mistakes you’ve seen (or made!) when operating a short-term rental that tend to get overlooked?

Could be anything—

  • Pricing strategy issues

  • Guest communication slip-ups

  • Design/staging oversights

  • Maintenance scheduling

  • Legal/regulatory blind spots

  • Anything you wish you knew earlier

Looking to learn from the community here—your insight could save someone a big headache down the line (including me). Appreciate any thoughts you’re willing to share!

Thanks in advance!

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John Underwood
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  • Greer, SC
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John Underwood
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Make sure you have everything in your house. Checklists are great, but best way is to stay in your house for a couple days. You will quickly see what is missing or what needs some attention.

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