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November 13th, 2025

Good evening STR Report Community!

In today’s issue, you will find:

📱Today’s Article: Earn More This Season: Holiday-Ready Prep for Short-Term Rentals 🦃🎄

📈 Trending Market Highlight: Greeneville, North Carolina and Torch Lake, Michigan

✉️ STR News: Ember launches global home-exchange programme through ThirdHome partnership

💸 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

🏠 Hosting During the Holidays 🦃🎄

Holiday season is one of the highest-demand windows for Airbnb and Vrbo stays. Families reunite, travelers book winter escapes, and remote workers look for cozy homes away from home. A little seasonal prep can boost your visibility, raise your nightly rate, and increase your 5-star reviews.

Here’s how to get your short-term rental holiday-ready:

🎄 1. Add Festive, Photo-Friendly Decor

Guests don’t need a full North Pole setup—but warm, tasteful décor helps your listing stand out in search results.

• Small tree or string lights

• Holiday candle (unlit or flameless)

• Seasonal pillows or throws

• Front-door wreath or welcome sign

✅ Keyword tip: Update your listing description to include “holiday-friendly,” “decorated for the season,” or “perfect for family gatherings” to attract travelers searching with filters.

☕ 2. Create a Winter Comfort Station

Holiday travelers love cozy extras:

• Cocoa, coffee, tea, cider

• Fireplace instructions and starter wood (if applicable)

• Extra blankets and pillows

• A basket with warm socks or slippers

These low-cost touches feel luxurious and lead to higher review ratings.

🍽️ 3. Equip the Kitchen for Holiday Meals

Many Airbnb/Vrbo guests book a home specifically to cook. Stock the tools they expect:

• Baking sheets, roasting pans, casserole dishes

• Serving platters and utensils

• Spice basics, foil, trash bags

• Clear labeling for appliances & cookware

✅ Bonus: Add “Fully equipped kitchen for holiday cooking” to your listing description and photos.

❄️ 4. Winter-Weather Ready = Fewer Messages

If you’re in a cold or snowy region:

• Provide shovels, ice melt, snow brush

• Share parking + snow removal info in the check-in guide

• Keep extra flashlights and batteries in case of outages

Proactive instructions mean fewer urgent messages during a holiday dinner or late-night arrival.

🚪 5. Strengthen House Rules (Nicely)

Holidays can lead to extra guests and louder nights. Make expectations clear in Airbnb’s house rules and Vrbo’s rental agreement:

• Maximum guest count

• Quiet hours

• Parking rules

• Party policy

Phrase rules politely—guests respond better to friendly guidance than warnings.

🧼 6. Streamline Turnovers for Back-to-Back Stays

Short booking gaps are common this season.

• Keep multiple sets of linens and towels ready

• Stock stain remover for wine or food spills

• Arrange backup cleaning help in case a cleaner is sick or delayed

Cleanliness is the #1 factor separating 4-star and 5-star reviews.

💬 7. Update Your Listing for Holiday Demand

A few strategic changes improve conversion:
✔ Add seasonal photos
✔ Mention nearby holiday events & markets
✔ Highlight winter amenities (fireplace, hot tub, heated garage, sleds)
✔ Use holiday-search keywords: “family gathering,” “cozy winter stay,” “holiday getaway”

❤️ 8. Add a Simple Holiday Welcome Gift

It doesn’t have to be big:

• A handwritten card

• Locally made treat

• Hot cocoa kit

• Wine or sparkling cider

Guests remember hosts who go above and beyond during special times of year.

✅ Final Takeaway

Holiday travelers choose Airbnb and Vrbo because they want more space, more comfort, and a warm atmosphere. With thoughtful prep and seasonal touches, you’ll:

✔ Stand out in search rankings
✔ Increase nightly rates
✔ Earn better reviews
✔ Create repeat guests

Greenville, South Carolina

Downloadable Greenville, South Carolina Short-Term Rental Market Report

• Average Daily Rate (ADR): $199 per night

• Occupancy Rate: 61%

• Annual Revenue Potential: Around $53,379 per year

Read our full Greenville, South Carolina Short-Term Rental Market Report attached above.

Torch Lake, Michigan

Downloadable Torch Lake, Michigan Short-Term Rental Market Report

• Average Daily Rate (ADR): $604 per night

• Occupancy Rate: 48.91%

• Annual Revenue Potential: Around $60,295 per year

Read our full Torch Lake, Michigan Short-Term Rental Market Report attached above.

📬 See our collection of 120+ market reports here: Prior Trending Market Reports

🏡 Ember launches global home-exchange programme through ThirdHome partnership
Luxury vacation-home co-ownership platform Ember has launched Ember Exchange, a new programme that gives its owners access to more than 30,000 homes worldwide through a partnership with luxury home-exchange network ThirdHome.

📱Boom integrates Beyond to streamline dynamic pricing
Boom has integrated revenue management provider Beyond into its AI-powered property management system, bringing automated pricing and distribution into a single AI-native workflow.

💸 Amenitiz raises $45m to accelerate AI product development
Hospitality software provider Amenitiz has secured $45 million in Series B funding and financing as it aims to scale its AI-driven platform for independent hotels and accommodation operators.

💸Mortgage Rate Watch – November 13th, 2025

Current Mortgage Rates (as of November 13, 2025):

• 30-Year Fixed: 6.34% (+0.05%)

• 15-Year Fixed: 5.83% (+0.03%)

• 30-Year Jumbo: 6.42% (+0.02%)

• 30-Year FHA: 6.03% (+0.03%)

• 30-Year VA: 6.05% (+0.03%)

• 7/6 SOFR ARM: 6.07% (+0.06%)

Market Overview: Rates ticked upward today, with the 30-year fixed moving to 6.34%. Lenders appear cautious as bond markets waver and investors await major economic releases. Inflation and Treasury yield trends remain key drivers of pricing.

Rate Trends & Forecast:

• Short-Term: Expect rates to hover in a tight band unless a major economic surprise shifts sentiment.

• Long-Term: If inflation eases and long-term yields decline, there’s room for gradual rate relief — but significant drops hinge on broader policy or economic shifts.

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

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📖🏡💰 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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