If you’ve ever weighed the pros and cons of long-term rentals versus a short-term vacation rental model for your Galveston property, you know there is much to consider. Specializing in short-term vacation rental management, the experts at Soar Vacation Rental Services offer a few reasons to make the switch, how a local rental property manager can help, and what to look for in your property management partner.

Perks of Short-Term Galveston Vacation Rentals

Going with a short-term vacation rental model can boost your earning potential while giving you more control over your property, not to mention more time to enjoy it yourself.

  • More “island time” for you. Go ahead – block off some dates to come down and put your toes in the sand, enjoy your views and listen to the ocean waves! Short-term rentals make it possible for you and your friends and family to enjoy Galveston more often.
  • More income potential. Unlike long-term rentals, vacation rentals allow you to increase rates based on seasonal demand and adjust stay lengths to boost earnings.
  • More oversight of your property. While problems inside your long-term rental may not surface until a call from or move-out by a tenant, your short-term rental will provide for ongoing property checkups and timely upkeep.

Common Short-Term Rental Concerns

There are some added tasks to consider when choosing the short-term vacation model, including:

  • Creating and maintaining a listing that drives bookings
  • Time required to manage guests and the property
  • Keeping up with tax payments

The good news is there are a variety of tools to help you manage these concerns based on the level of involvement you want in managing your vacation rental property, ranging from online booking and accounting tools, to full-scale vacation rental management companies.

Choosing a Galveston Property Management Partner

Getting the right services and partners in place to help manage your vacation rental is the best way to ensure smooth sailing. Here are some questions to ask yourself and your providers as you look for a stress-free vacation rental ownership experience:

  • How well does the provider know my market?
  • Will my provider of choice offer optimal marketing for my property?
  • What is their customer service philosophy?
  • Do they have a professional online presence, including website and social media?
  • What can I expect from my provider from a communications standpoint?
  • How they compare to and stand out from the competition – will they go above and beyond to meet the needs of me and my guests?

Successful, stress-free vacation home ownership takes a partner that cares about your property and guests just as much as you do. At Soar Vacation Rental, we are full-service, and at your service, offering comprehensive and a la carte Galveston property management, delivered with an emphasis on hospitality. Come aboard and watch your bookings and return on investment SOAR!