All Forum Posts by: Jonathan Cronkite
Jonathan Cronkite has started 9 posts and replied 45 times.
Post: Is RankBreeze worth it?
- Melbourne, FL
- Posts 45
- Votes 11
Quote from @Troy Copeland:
Hi @Wade C. and fellow Bigger Pockets Hosts,
I’m currently in the third week of my trial with Intellihost, and I’m finding it promising so far. While I’m still evaluating whether it justifies the cost, I do believe it offers more value than Rankbreeze. If you’re interested, feel free to reach out! I can likely secure a discount for you and share my insights—no sales pitch involved.
Best,
Troy Copeland | TNT Vacation Rentals
Hey Troy.
How's Intellihost working for you now that you are in it a few months? Inquiring mind wants to know.. Im looking into Intellihost myself.
Post: STR Insurance in Florida
- Melbourne, FL
- Posts 45
- Votes 11
We have a STR in Melbourne, FL. Proper has gone up to $8500! Please tell me there are other reasonable options. Thanks! (I've searched the forums, but haven't had any luck.)
Post: Homeowners Insurance for Short Term Rentals
- Melbourne, FL
- Posts 45
- Votes 11
Quote from @Laura Morgan:
Thanks @Ryan Ingram and @Justin! The quote I got from Proper insurance is more than twice what I was expecting to pay, and the quotes I was getting for a primary residence. Is that expected?
Mine went up to $8,500!
Post: Home Insurance for Short term rentals
- Melbourne, FL
- Posts 45
- Votes 11
Quote from @Lucie Tighe:
As others recommended already, having a discussion with insurance broker who can search providers and get you the best rate would be probably a great start. I offer a supplemental protection program for my clients but it doesn't cover them when the property is vacant. I still recommend having some sort of an umbrella coverage that will bridge the gap between our protect program and homeowners insurance.
If you need any insurance broker connection who does STR policies, reach out I'd be happy to share :)
Please share.
Post: Home Insurance for Short term rentals
- Melbourne, FL
- Posts 45
- Votes 11
I use Proper Ins as well. We are in Florida. THis year's rate is $8,500!!!!! OUCH!!! I'm shopping around, but doesn't look like there are any other options for us folks in the sunshine state.
Post: Central Florida: Is adding a HOT TUB worth the ROI?
- Melbourne, FL
- Posts 45
- Votes 11
Thanks! I appreciate the feedback. I'm still undecided. I like not having the hassle or liability. If it doesn't seem to make that big of a difference in price or demand, I'm ok without. On the other hand, if it creates more bookings, it could be worth it. I would guess that those coming to FL are looking for a pool in the summer, not a hot tub (like a few of you said.)
Post: Central Florida: Is adding a HOT TUB worth the ROI?
- Melbourne, FL
- Posts 45
- Votes 11
We don't have a pool. If you have added one to your existing Airbnb, did you see more demand? Were you able to increase your nightly rate? We are wondering if it will help: create more demand, esp in the summer months, and if we can increase nightly rates. Thanks!!!! Appreciate any feedback!
Post: Airbnb: To get a Pool or not in Florida
- Melbourne, FL
- Posts 45
- Votes 11
Ok...I was searching here b/c I have the same question. We are in FL and I know if we had a pool, it would a deal changer. As cheap as a $400 pool may seem, I would think a cheap pool is better than no pool. There isn't a 10 year old that cares about that...and parents would be happy that they are happy. ON THE OTHER SIDE, the liability and cost of fencing it in, as I would need to do, is a huge factor... My wife thinks we should invest in a swim spa, but they are $25k.
Post: Higher STR Vacancies?
- Melbourne, FL
- Posts 45
- Votes 11
I've had the same experience.
Great insight from the last two comments.
Post: Short term rental insurance
- Melbourne, FL
- Posts 45
- Votes 11
So who do you use for STR insurance?
My issue is that I'm in Florida.