Owning a vacation rental along the Gulf of Mexico coast in Florida is often a rewarding investment. There’s a lot of demand for vacation rentals here, so you’ll find you’re making good money on a nightly basis and over the long term. Your job is to keep that property occupied as much of the year as possible, and to provide your vacation guests with a beautiful place to stay during...
The vacation rental market is pretty hot in Florida, where it isn’t really a low season. People come to the Sunshine State all year long, looking for beach fun, golf, nature, and all the good food and shopping they expect from a well-deserved vacation. We know that the surge is due to more travelers seeking personalized and spacious accommodations, where they can cook, spread out, and really enjoy having a...
Renting out vacation properties is a reliable way to earn some money on your real estate, especially along Florida’s attractive and busy Gulf of Mexico coast. In communities like Anna Maria Island, short-term rentals and vacation properties are numerous. Tourists and visitors prefer having the space, privacy, and customizable experiences that a private home can provide over a hotel. Because this part of the market has exploded in recent years,...
No one likes to think about all of the things that can possibly go wrong with your vacation property. And, the worst will probably never happen. But, you want to be prepared for those unforeseen problems and potential crisis situations that could arise. This is Florida, after all, we spend about five or six months of every year wondering if a hurricane will head towards us. Owning a vacation rental...
The marketing materials that describe a vacation property must make some promises. It must promise a well-deserved vacation, lots of relaxation, and also the adventure and novelty that comes with discovering new places and spaces. The listing is often your first and best chance to connect on an emotional level with your potential guests. In Florida, the vacation rental market is competitive. Standing out from the crowd requires effort, creativity,...
If you’re renting out a vacation property from somewhere other than the area where that vacation property is located, you’ll run into a few unique challenges that local property owners don’t have to worry about. The solution is pretty obvious: partner with a local property management company who can take cover the marketing, the turnovers, the maintenance, the cleaning, and all of the finances and follow-up. Professional property managers give...
It’s a good time to own a short-term rental property. The vacation rental industry is strong right now, especially in a rental market like Florida, where there are rarely low seasons. We have vacationers and visitors flocking to our state all year long. When you want to earn high nightly rates with your investment property, rent it out to those tourists and visitors who stay for a few days, a...
The year-round sun and warmth of Florida makes it the ideal destination any time of year you need a break. Many vacationers are looking for the comforts of home that a private vacation rental property offers. Make sure your Bradenton or Anna Maria property stands out from the others. Whether you’re a first-time vacation rental owner who may not know where to start, or a seasoned pro who just wants...
Vacation rentals are a significant investment. Whether it’s a single rental or multiple, you probably already know that managing rentals can be a daunting task as a property owner. Besides collecting the rent checks, there is more to being a landlord. But as you juggle a myriad of responsibilities every day, it becomes tricky to devote enough time to ensuring everything in your property is in order. For example, there...
We talk to a lot of vacationers, and we’ve come to the conclusion that there are two types of trip-takers. Those who pack methodically, 24 hours before departure, according to a detailed list. Those who throw random things into a suitcase minutes before it’s time to leave. Whatever kind of packer you are, we have some ideas on how to prepare for your Anna Maria Island vacation. This is a...
