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September 22nd, 2025

Good evening STR Report Community!

In today’s issue, you will find:

🤫 Insider Scoop: DON’T MISS: Tomorrow’s Webinar: You Found a Market with SummerOS… Now What?

📱Today’s Article: ✨ Budget-Friendly Upgrades That Deliver Big ROI for Short-Term Rentals 🛋️

📈 Trending Market Highlight: Bozeman, Montana and Hot Springs, Arkansas

✉️ STR News: Airbnb to integrate hotels into its app & more

💸 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

📬 See our collection of newsletters here: Prior Newsletters

✨ Budget-Friendly Upgrades That Deliver Big ROI for Short-Term Rentals 🛋️

Small tweaks, big returns. These affordable upgrades will make your rental stand out in listings, earn glowing reviews, and drive more bookings—all without stretching your budget. 🏡💸

💡 Light Up the Experience

Lighting sets the tone for every space. Swapping out dated or harsh fixtures with warm, modern options immediately elevates the ambiance. Consider:

• LED bulbs for energy savings.

• Smart lighting with dimmable options to create mood and flexibility.

• Accent lights to highlight décor or architectural details.

ROI Impact: Not only do better photos attract more bookings, but guests associate good lighting with comfort and luxury, leading to higher ratings.

🛏️ Bedding That Books Stays

Guests remember their sleep. Upgrade to crisp sheets, cozy duvets, and fluffy pillows—your reviews (and repeat guests) will thank you.

ROI Impact: Increases comfort, reduces complaints, and creates a “luxury feel” that justifies higher nightly rates.

📱 Tech That Travelers Love

Travelers expect convenience. Affordable upgrades like:

• USB charging stations

• Smart TVs with streaming apps

• Keyless entry systems

These small touches make your property feel modern and guest-friendly.

ROI Impact: Streamlines guest experience, improves security, and boosts repeat bookings.

🌿 Outdoor First Impressions

A welcoming exterior builds anticipation before guests even step inside. Cost-effective upgrades include:

• Fresh paint on doors and trim

• Solar path lights

• A few potted plants or seasonal flowers

ROI Impact: Stronger curb appeal helps you stand out in photos and justifies higher nightly rates.

☕ Amenities That Go the Extra Mile

Stock essentials like coffee pods, local snacks, or bathroom toiletries. These thoughtful gestures turn good stays into great ones and spark word-of-mouth referrals.

ROI Impact: Guests perceive higher value, leave better reviews, and recommend your rental to others.

🎨 Refresh Walls with Color + Art

Neutral walls + stylish artwork = instant upgrade. This low-cost fix refreshes your space and helps your listing photos stand out from the crowd.

ROI Impact: Makes interiors more appealing online, leading to higher booking conversions.

In the short-term rental world, small upgrades pack a powerful punch. With minimal spend, you can maximize ROI, improve guest satisfaction, and secure more 5-star reviews. 🌟

Bozeman, Montana🎿

Downloadable Bozeman, Montana Short-Term Rental Market Report

• Average Daily Rate (ADR): $363 per night

• Occupancy Rate: 59.59%

• Annual Revenue Potential: Around $96,869 per year

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

Hot Springs, Arkansas♨️

Downloadable Hot Springs, Arkansas Short-Term Rental Market Report

• Average Daily Rate (ADR): $277 per night

• Occupancy Rate: 47.97%

• Annual Revenue Potential: Around $61,603 per year

Read our full Hot Springs, Arkansas Short-Term Rental Market Report attached above.

📬 See our collection of 80+ market reports here: Prior Trending Market Reports

🚤 Small-town rentals have surged in summer 2025, finds Lodgify US report
Travelers are turning away from big cities in favor of smaller destinations, while also booking more directly with property owners, according to Lodgify Summer 2025 Report: The State of the U.S. Vacation Rental Industry.

🗻 Casago Unwind appointed to manage 50 properties in Idaho
Vacation rental company Casago has appointed a new franchise partner, Casago Unwind, to manage more than 50 former Vacasa properties in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

📱Airbnb to integrate hotels into its app
Airbnb will integrate a dedicated hotel interface into the Airbnb app, in a move that follows Airbnb’s 2019 acquisition of HotelTonight and a full rebuild of its platform to support new service offerings.

💸Mortgage Rate Watch – September 22nd, 2025

Current Mortgage Rates (as of September 22, 2025):

• 30-Year Fixed: 6.35% (no change)

• 15-Year Fixed: 5.89% (−0.01%)

• 30-Year Jumbo: 6.27% (−0.01%)

• 30-Year FHA: 6.05% (+0.02%)

• 30-Year VA: 6.06% (+0.01%)

• 7/6 SOFR ARM: 5.79% (+0.01%)

Market Overview: After last week’s volatility around the Fed announcement—where rates briefly hit near-year lows then spiked—today’s rates are materially unchanged. Most loan types saw very minor movements; for example, the 30-year fixed held steady at 6.35%. Markets now appear to be in a waiting mode, with attention turning toward upcoming jobs reports and more Fed speeches for cues about future rate direction.

Rate Trends & Forecast:

• Short-Term: Expect rates to hover in a tight range unless surprising inflation or employment data shifts expectations. The next major jobs report will likely be a key catalyst either pushing rates back toward recent lows or reinforcing the current plateau.

• Long-Term: Unless there is consistent weakness in inflation or economic growth, significant downward movement seems unlikely. Rates will likely continue to be influenced heavily by Treasury yields and macroeconomic signals rather than central bank rate cuts alone.

  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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