Many hosts first focus on price, calendar and amenities. Photos are often taken at the very end. And that is exactly where the problem often
There are places you do not really search for. You discover them by chance and immediately wonder why you did not know about them earlier.
Most property owners go through similar stages in short-term rentals. Each phase comes with its own challenges. Phase 1: Getting started and receiving first bookings
Economic uncertainty makes many property owners hesitant. Rising interest rates, volatile markets, and geopolitical tensions raise a key question: Is short-term rental a risk, or
Many property owners set a nightly rate and leave it unchanged for months or even an entire year. It feels predictable, but financially it’s risky.
Why Housekeeping and Laundry Logistics Decide Whether a Holiday Apartment Truly Works When people think about Airbnb, they usually think first about beautiful photos, great
Many property owners begin their short-term rental journey with enthusiasm. The apartment is furnished, the listing is live, and the first bookings come in quickly.
I experience it regularly in conversations with property managers, investors, and asset managers. Vacancies are part of everyday business. Transitional phases before new construction projects,
Short-term rentals in Switzerland have become noticeably more professional in recent years. What once started as a side project with individual holiday apartments has now
The hospitality industry is undergoing a fundamental transformation. Many traditional establishments are coming under pressure. Rising personnel costs, staff shortages, fluctuating occupancy rates, and increasing
In today’s market, properties are no longer just viewed; they are first observed digitally. Within a few seconds, a guest decides whether a listing sparks
When people talk about the Bernese Oberland, the first thought is often Interlaken. However, this does Thun an injustice. In recent years, this city has
Short-term rentals in Switzerland have changed significantly in recent years. Regions that were once barely known are suddenly experiencing high demand, while other locations fall
Many owners start with the idea of simply renting out their property on the side. However, as soon as the first inquiries arrive, it becomes
It is a phenomenon that many hosts in the Bernese Oberland have come to recognize. While Interlaken remains bustling with international guests even during the
Many owners believe they can simply manage their vacation rental or Airbnb themselves. In Switzerland, I often hear the sentence: “It can’t be that difficult.”
Autumn is arriving: the last summer guests are departing, leaves are turning vibrant colors, the wind is growing cooler, and pumpkins and apples fill the
Renting out a vacation apartment on Airbnb or Booking.com sounds like a simple and lucrative idea at first: create a profile, upload photos, set a
As a vacation property owner, you likely know that exciting tingle as the season approaches: you dream of extra income, but you want to rent
