Vacation rental homeowner guides and advice

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Getting started with vacation rentals

Where it all begins—everything to know before you rent out your home.

large outdoor pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas in Palm Springs

What is full-service vacation rental property management?

scottsdale arizona vacation villa with courtyard

Vacasa vs. Airbnb and Vrbo for homeowners

Exterior of a-frame vacation rental located on Dauphin Island

How to rent out your house as a vacation rental

Vacasa’s local vacation rental property management services

The back patio of a vacation rental in Gatlinburg, TN with a hot tub.

Can I Airbnb my house?

Desk with a computer, notepad, phone, and coffee mug.

How to buy a Vrbo or Airbnb property

Can you list on Airbnb and Vrbo?

two story vacation home with covered patio in garden city, utah

Vacation rental business terms to know

A bedroom with elegant design and large windows overlooking the mountains at a vacation rental in Vermont.

10 Airbnb tips for hosts

One man and two women going over tax information for a vacation rental.

We've got you covered at tax time (and all the time)

Vacation rental tax advice:

10 tax deductible vacation rental expenses

Vacation rental tax filing tips

Tax guide for short-term rentals

A guide to IRS Publication 527 for vacation rental property

What to know about 1031 exchanges for investment properties

Vacation home tax rules you should know

Homeowner case studies

Our solutions, their success. See what we do for vacation rental owners like you.

Patrick is an owner of a successful Vacasa vacation home.

Ocean City, Maryland

Nights booked: 1,934
Total bookings: 568
Rental revenue: $1,505,668

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Park City, Utah

Nights booked: 630
Total bookings: 144
Rental revenue: $415,309

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Crystal Beach, Texas

Nights booked: 866
Total bookings: 282
Rental revenue: $286,076

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Vacation rental in Galveston, TX managed by Vacasa

Galveston, Texas

Nights booked: 1,585
Total bookings: 457
Rental revenue: $919,971

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Cape Cod, Maryland

Nights booked: 424
Total bookings: 138
Rental revenue: $206,672

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Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Nights booked: 1,383
Total bookings: 414
Rental revenue: $220,874

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The kitchen of a luxury vacation rental in Edwards, CO.

The living room of a luxury vacation rental in Edwards, CO.

Vacation rental property management

Learn how to pick the ideal vacation rental property manager for your rental.

Is it better to list on Airbnb or Vrbo?

Top Airbnb and Vrbo management companies

How to hire the right vacation rental property manager

Vacation rental management fees

What does a condo management company do?

How often can I use my vacation rental?

How to change your property management company

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Man using a phone at a vacation rental for repairs.

Vacation rental maintenance tips

From seasonal to general care, here's how to look after your rental like a pro.

Beach home maintenance 101

5 low-maintenance cabin landscaping ideas

How to winterize a summer home

8 low-maintenance landscaping tips for vacation rentals

The must-have vacation rental maintenance checklist

The smart guide to vacation rental maintenance

Vacation rental repairs vs. improvements

When should you replace furniture in your vacation rental?

Manage your vacation property like a pro

Use our curated tips to elevate the guest and owner experience.

How to price a rental

The 3 things short-term rental pricing experts want you to know

How to price your vacation rental

How to respond to reviews

How do Airbnb reviews work?

How to get good reviews on Airbnb

How to respond to a bad review on Airbnb and Vrbo

How to reach new audiences

How to rent to travel nurses

How to attract business travelers to your vacation rental

How to rent to snowbirds

How to market your Airbnb to pet owners

Improve bookings and performance

Set better rates, make more income. Learn how to maximize your earnings using the resources below.

Top 8 tips to get more bookings during low season

How to get more bookings in the low season

6 vacation rental guest retention strategies

The back of a lakefront house vacation rental with a dock and a boat in Idaho.

How to get last-minute Airbnb bookings

How to increase your Airbnb bookings

two story vacation rental with outdoor bar and lounge chairs

How to make money on a vacation rental property

How to make money on Airbnb

private pool with plenty of outdoor furniture with hilton head vacation home in the background

How to make money on Vrbo

Step inside thousands of Vacasa homes with vacation rental virtual tours

Vacation rental marketing resources

Learn how to be seen in the right places, at the right time, by the right people.

How to market your vacation rental property to boost bookings

Social media tips for vacation rentals

Vacation rental email marketing guide

Digital marketing for vacation rentals that drives bookings

Vacation rental advertising and PPC

Our guide to vacation rental SEO

10 Airbnb ranking factors to know

Vacation rental channel marketing

Expert tips on vacation rental cleaning

Dirt and dust don’t stand a chance. Wow guests with a pristine home right on arrival.

Woman looking at an ipad on a bed in a cabin.

How to prepare your vacation home for a natural disaster

The ultimate vacation rental cleaning checklist

living room of Glen Ellen, CA vacation rental

Vacation rental housekeeping tips for remote owners

Vacasa housekeepers divulge their top vacation rental cleaning tips

Vacation rental cleaning: your questions, answered

How to optimize your rental listing

Stand out from the competition on the world’s biggest vacation rental booking sites.

How to set up an Airbnb

How to stage a vacation rental

How to write persuasive Airbnb and vacation rental listing descriptions

Creating a short-term rental agreement for your vacation rental

How to list a vacation rental property: Building the perfect listing

How to create vacation rental house rules

15 vacation rental photography tips to boost views and bookings

Creating a vacation rental welcome package to increase bookings

How to make the most of your vacation home

Your home’s peak potential is ready when you are—here are more ways to make it happen.

Best pillows for Airbnb and Vrbo vacation homes

The best pots and pans for your Airbnb or Vrbo vacation home

The best games for Airbnb and Vrbo vacation homes

The best coffee makers for Airbnb and Vrbo homes

The best grills for Airbnb and Vrbo homes

The best hot tubs for your Airbnb or Vrbo home

The best smart thermostats for your Airbnb or Vrbo home

The guide to improve your guest experience

Ultimate list of must-have Airbnb amenities

Stand out with these 11 beach house amenities

10 best lake house amenities for repeat bookings

8 best mountain cabin amenities guests will love

Family-friendly amenities for your Airbnb

Stand out with these luxury vacation rental amenities

7 top vacation rental amenities that guests search for

13 ways to create a sustainable vacation rental

Should you allow pets in your vacation rental?

Homeowner tips for creating a standout vacation rental

How to furnish a vacation rental

Tips, tricks, and design secrets from industry insiders.

The living room of a vacation rental in Park City, Utah.

How to furnish a vacation rental property

Bedroom of a vacation rental in Playa Grande.

What’s the best bed configuration for your vacation rental?

The best bedding for your vacation rental

Vacation rental upgrades and renovation tips

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How to decorate a chalet style home to attract more guests

Fully furnished living room and dining room of a vacation home in Brinnon, WA

How to decorate a beach house rental

interior of cabin rental with exposed wood beams a large blue area rug and other blue accents

How to decorate a mountain cabin

Short-term rental advocacy and compliance

Through our Short-Term Rental Advocacy Program, we work with state and local officials, advocacy groups, local businesses, and homeowners to advocate for effective policies and educate stakeholders about the economic benefits of vacation rentals.