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🏠 Top-Tier Property Management – Lower fees, higher payouts, and premium service. Built for investors who want performance and peace of mind. See how much more your property could earn—click to get your free performance assessment.

🔎 Personal Airbnb Investment Finder – Connect with an expert to handpick profitable Airbnb properties that match your criteria. With 213+ successful deals, all cash-flowing, you’re in good hands. Take 15 seconds to fill out the form to see how all of these properties are experiencing a 10-15% Cash-on-Cash return.

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September 8th, 2025

Good evening STR Report Community!

In today’s issue, you will find:

🤫 Insider Scoop: What’s Coming Soon: Hint #1

📱Today’s Article: 10 Simple Ways to Make Your Guests Feel Like They’re at Home (+ Boost Your Reviews!)

📈 Trending Market Highlight: Whitefish, Montana and Lake Tahoe, California

✉️ STR News: Vrbo Cracks Down on Bad Hosts: 100% Penalty for Stranding Guests

💸 Mortgage Rate Watch

🌟 Unique Airbnb of the Week

🏫 Subscriber Perks: Go Live Playbook, including: Beginner’s Guide E-Book, Guest Communication Messaging Templates, Airbnb Welcome Guide Template, STR Buy Box Template, & Tax Savings E-Book

✅ Community Perks: Top-Tier Property Management, Personal Airbnb Investment Finder, and STR Loans & More

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Our partners have been quietly building something that could change how you think about short-term rental investing. 🏡 🗺️ 🤫

Before we can share more, we’re going to give our readers some hints over the next few days. Be sure to open our newsletter daily to unlock the latest hint, and reply to this email if you think you’re onto something! 😉

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🌟 10 Simple Ways to Make Your Guests Feel Like They’re at Home (+ Boost Your Reviews!)🏡

When guests walk through the door to your rental, you want them to feel more than just welcomed—you want them to feel at home. Small gestures and intentional details can transform an ordinary visit into a memorable stay.

Here are ten easy ways to make it happen:

Offer a Warm Greeting 🤗

First impressions set the tone for the entire stay. If you can, welcome guests personally with a smile and a friendly hello. If self check-in is your setup, leave a small welcome note or message through the booking app. A simple “We’re so glad you chose our place!” makes guests feel instantly valued.

Prepare a Cozy Space 🛏️

Guests notice the details. Fresh linens, fluffy pillows, and a neatly made bed go a long way. Add a throw blanket for extra comfort and a bedside lamp for evening reading. A spotless, thoughtfully arranged space communicates care and professionalism—key for positive reviews.

Provide Essentials 🧴

Travelers don’t want to hunt for basics. Stock the space with water bottles, clean towels, and starter toiletries. These small touches reduce friction, prevent awkward requests, and give your listing that hotel-like convenience while still feeling like home.

Add Personal Touches 🌸

A handwritten welcome card, local snacks, or a guidebook with insider tips shows genuine thoughtfulness. If you know guests are celebrating a special occasion, a little extra gesture—like a small gift or flowers—can turn a good stay into a memorable one.

Share the Wi-Fi Password 📶

Connectivity is non-negotiable. Display the Wi-Fi network and password clearly—ideally on a printed card or framed sign. This avoids back-and-forth messages and makes your rental feel guest-ready from the moment they arrive.

Offer Snacks and Drinks 🍎🍪

Keep a basket of grab-and-go snacks or a few drinks in the fridge. Travelers often arrive tired or late at night, and having something simple like fruit, tea, or granola bars available creates instant comfort without much cost to you.

Give a Quick House Tour 🏠

If you greet guests in person, point out where essentials are—like extra blankets, coffee supplies, or the thermostat. For self check-in rentals, provide a digital or printed guidebook with clear instructions. This helps guests feel confident and independent in your space.

Respect Their Privacy 🙏

Many STR guests value both hospitality and autonomy. Balance your attentiveness with respect for privacy. Check in briefly—via message or in person if appropriate—but allow them to enjoy the home on their own terms.

Plan Thoughtful Activities 🎉

Help guests make the most of their stay by offering curated local recommendations. Suggest nearby cafés, hidden gems, or unique experiences that match the vibe of your rental. Guests love feeling like locals, and these tips often get mentioned in reviews.

Check In Often 💬

A short message after check-in—“Hope everything is comfortable, let me know if you need anything!”—goes a long way. It shows you’re available without being intrusive. Mid-stay check-ins are optional but can be a nice way to ensure everything is going smoothly.

✨ By layering in these small but meaningful touches, your STR can stand out in a crowded market. Guests may only stay a night or two—but they’ll leave with a 5-star impression, eager to book again or recommend your place to others.

Whitefish, Montana 🎣

Downloadable Whitefish, Montana Short-Term Rental Market Report

• Average Daily Rate (ADR): $393 per night

• Occupancy Rate: 50.79%

• Annual Revenue Potential: Around $134,044 per year

Read our full Whitefish, Montana Short-Term Rental Market Report attached above.

Lake Tahoe, California ⛷️

Downloadable Lake Tahoe, California Short-Term Rental Market Report

• Average Daily Rate (ADR): $607.52 per night

• Occupancy Rate: 49.49%

• Annual Revenue Potential: Around $117,519 per year

Read our full Lake Tahoe, California Short-Term Rental Market Report attached above.

📬 See our collection of 70+ market reports here: Prior Trending Market Reports

📱$40,000 Vacations Inspire Finance Pros to Become Travel Agents
A growing number of professionals have left the security of high-flying jobs in finance, law, and other white-collar industries to join the rapidly swelling ranks of travel advisers.

❌ Vrbo Cracks Down on Bad Hosts: 100% Penalty for Stranding Guests
Both Vrbo and Airbnb have been removing listings and taking other actions against malicious hosts or those who are clueless about hospitality. Vrbo's new policy should be seen in that context.

💸Mortgage Rate Watch – September 8th, 2025

Current Mortgage Rates (as of September 8, 2025):

• 30-Year Fixed: 6.29 % (−0.16 %)

• 15-Year Fixed: 5.60 % (−0.21 %)

• 30-Year Jumbo: 6.25 % (−0.15 %)

• 30-Year FHA: 5.95 % (−0.08 %)

• 30-Year VA: 5.97 % (−0.08 %)

• 7/6 SOFR ARM: 5.59 % (−0.21 %)

Market Overview: Mortgage rates have tumbled sharply—in fact, the 30-year fixed rate has dropped to 6.29 %, the lowest level in nearly 11 months, spurred by weaker-than-expected jobs data that fueled bond market strength and heightened hopes for an upcoming Fed rate cut.

Rate Trends & Forecast:

• Short-Term: Rates remain calm and responsive to economic signals. Expect bond market volatility to keep influencing rates, with the potential for more modest dips if economic data continues to disappoint.

• Long-Term: Markets are pricing in a likely Federal Reserve interest-rate cut—some forecasts, such as Standard Chartered’s, now anticipate a 50 basis point cut in September, up from earlier expectations of only 25 bps. That said, analysts caution that 30-year fixed rates may not fall significantly unless long-term yields and inflation expectations ease further, even if ARMs could benefit more from drops in shorter-term rates.

  For real-time mortgage rate updates, visit Mortgage News Daily.

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Subscriber Perks:

📖🏡💰 Go Live Playbook

The "Go Live Playbook" is your all-in-one guide featuring a beginner’s guide e-book, messaging templates, Airbnb welcome book, STR buy box template, and tax savings tips to kickstart your short-term rental success.

Community Perks with The STR Report

🏠 Top-Tier Property Management – Lower fees, higher payouts, and premium service. Built for investors who want performance and peace of mind. See how much more your property could earn—click to get your free performance assessment.

🔎 Personal Airbnb Investment Finder – Connect with an expert to handpick profitable Airbnb properties that match your criteria. With 213+ successful deals, all cash-flowing, you’re in good hands. Take 15 seconds to fill out the form to see how all of these properties are experiencing a 10-15% Cash-on-Cash return.

🤑 STR Loans & More – Need funding for your next short-term rental? Expect expert guidance, personalized service, and the best possible rates.

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