Having owned, operated and sold over 30 STRs (nearly a dozen turn-key STR homes this year) and actively working with some of top STR Property Management Companies including iTrip & Wander - here are some features to look for in prospective vacation rentals. - Bed to Bath ratio: If your property accommodates more than two people - it is likely that at some point there will be groups or couples renting your space.

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Baselane for banking, RentRedi for tenants, spreadsheets for analysis…it works, but it’s duct tape.The surprising truth is most of us don’t actually want more features, we want fewer logins.

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i just spoke with a featured agent in denver coloradowho mentioned that they get a lot of clients from biggerpocketsthat don't really care for a massive discount as an investoron the front end of buying a property, that their mindset is"what can I do with this house in the next 10-20 years?"

Might be worth you looking into if you want access to something that's affordable ($5/month per unit), has lots of features that I've really liked, and more - especially if you’re unhappy with some of the tools or processes you’re using today with managing your property. 

.- No need to adjust formulas — it’s plug-and-play.I’m currently sharing the lite version with a handful of investors to get feedback before rolling out the full release.If you’d like to test it out (and give me feedback so I can refine it), feel free to reply here or message me directly.Question for the group: What features do you find most important in a deal analyzer? 

A pro photographer with HDR settings can transform the feel.Staging: Even small changes—like removing extra furniture or using light-colored bedding—can make spaces look bigger and more modern.Vintage Details: Highlight them intentionally—buyers love “character” when it’s framed as a feature rather than a flaw.The Cranes Wall Art: Right now, the cranes are visually memorable, but for the wrong reason—it’s a very specific taste.

Simply put, there are a few ways to go about it and we will share our most effective techniques with you below.Use the Search Feature to Discover Motivated SellersWhether you’re spending time on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or another social media platform, the search feature could come in very handy to help you discover motivated sellers.