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A smartphone screen showing a guest undergoing facial recognition and ID verification for short-term rental guest screening, with verified badges for ID verification and security deposit, representing how hosts can vet guests before booking.

Airbnb Guest Screening: How to Vet Guests Before They Book

Learn how Airbnb guest screening works, what red flags to watch for, and how to screen guests before booking and check-in.
September 14, 2026
Hostex property management calendar interface and a Google search bar for the best vacation rental software.

Vacation Rental Software & PMS: How to Choose the Right One

The right vacation rental software automates messages, calendars, and reports. Here's how to evaluate PMS options and switch with less risk.
September 11, 2026
Hostex and STRLY logos alongside a calendar interface, illustrating how the integration enables property protection, guest verification, and damage reporting for short-term rentals.

STRLY+Hostex: Automate Damage Protection & Guest Verification

See how STRLY and Hostex help short-term rental hosts automate protection, reduce guest friction, and add guest verification to every stay.
September 9, 2026
Light blue cover showing a Hostex multi-calendar syncing Airbnb, VRBO, Booking.com, and Google Vacation Rentals for short-term rental hosts.

How to Sync Airbnb and Vrbo Calendars with Booking.com

Find out how to sync Airbnb and Vrbo calendars with Booking.com, avoid double bookings, and manage multiple rental channels efficiently.
September 9, 2026
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Vacation Rental SEO: Proven Tactics for More Direct Bookings

Master vacation rental SEO strategies to rank higher on Google and boost direct bookings. Step-by-step guide for optimizing your website without coding skills.
Posted by Daniel Altman April 8, 2026
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Posted inHostex Updates

How to Automate Your Vacation Rental Pricing with PriceLabs & Hostex

Learn how to sync dynamic pricing across platforms with Hostex and PriceLabs. Stop manual updates and start maximizing your revenue.
Posted by Daniel Altman April 7, 2026
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Posted inMoney & Insurance

How to Calculate NOI for Short-Term Rentals 2026

Stop guessing your profits. Discover the real way to calculate NOI for short-term rentals and proven strategies to increase your cash flow.
Posted by Daniel Altman April 6, 2026
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Posted inRunning Your Rental

How to Manage Vacation Rental Security Deposits Like a Pro

Protect your property with a solid security deposit strategy. Learn to set, collect, and deduct deposits while staying OTA compliant.
Posted by Daniel Altman April 3, 2026
Male vacation rental host at a desk reviews the Vrbo dashboard with customer service for his short-term rental.
Posted inGuest Experience

How to Contact Vrbo Customer Service & Get Fast Support

Master Vrbo customer service with our expert guide. Find global contact numbers, tips to bypass bots, and strategies to expedite requests.
Posted by Daniel Altman April 1, 2026
Man on a sofa plans a September 2025 short-term rental calendar synced across Airbnb, Booking.com and Vrbo via Hostex.
Posted inRunning Your Rental

Airbnb Hosting Services: A Comprehensive Guide for New Hosts

Discover how Airbnb hosting services optimize operations, boost income, and enhance guest satisfaction — all with less stress.
Posted by Daniel Altman March 30, 2026
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Posted inGuest Experience

Airbnb Refund Policy 2026: Key Changes Every Host Must Know

Master the latest Airbnb refund policy updates. Learn new cancellation rules, AirCover claims, and host penalties to protect your STR income.
Posted by Daniel Altman March 27, 2026
Airbnb review card stack showing guest ratings to help short-term rental hosts build trust and earn Superhost status.
Posted inGuest Experience

8 Tips to Get More 5-Star Reviews on Airbnb 2026

More Airbnb good reviews lead to higher rankings and increased bookings. Here are tips to help you achieve them for your vacation rentals.
Posted by Daniel Altman March 25, 2026
Agoda versus Booking.com comparison helping short-term rental hosts choose the right vacation rental booking channel.
Posted inMarketing & Distribution

Agoda vs. Booking.com: Which is Best for Vacation Rentals in 2026

Maximize your occupancy by understanding the logic of Agoda vs. Booking.com. Compare fees, algorithms, and tools for vacation rental hosts.
Posted by Daniel Altman March 23, 2026
Isometric channel manager diagram linking Airbnb and Booking.com to your systems via API for short-term rental hosts.
Posted inMarketing & Distribution

How to Get the Airbnb API: A Practical Guide for Hosts

Can't find the Airbnb API key? Learn why individual access is restricted and how to use a PMS to automate your rental business.
Posted by Daniel Altman March 20, 2026

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