How OTAs Are Undermining Local Economies and Industry Sustainability PLEASE NOTE that this article is written for commercial managers, not independent or small portfolio owners, particularly those based in urban areas. However, we do recognise that there is still a significant and historic pushback in many leisure destinations…
Is Airbnb strategically moving from a channel to a siloed, fully controlled marketplace moderating PMCs?
Same numbers, just rearranged! But important! Instead of the usual 2025 forecast, we are looking toward 2052, same numbers but in a different order! Looking at the travel past and asking the question: Is this trend good for humanity, the planet, destinations or your business. Also how will…
Starting, growing or exiting all require planning and avoiding all companies' pitfalls and challenges. With an audio version, too. This document is designed to help growing or aspirational management companies avoid the numerous pitfalls, organise their business in an orderly manner, de-risk, and, if required, be better positioned…
Airbnb proclaims exclusivity and owner appreciation, but how important are managers to their shareholders? Is it leaking money from managers who are disloyal to any platform? Managers are always looking for arguments to convince owners to work with them, and Airbnb is always quoting millions of exclusive homeowners…
We are delighted to announce a strategic advisory alliance between Yes Consulting and Tara Consulting, businesses deeply rooted in the short-term rental market sector. Tara Home Consulting, a subsidiary of Tarasea Consulting Sagl, was established in 2013 to deliver comprehensive services to owners and small-scale operators within the…
The artwork, posted initially on SmartHosts.org some years ago, has been removed. The SmartHosts domain is now part of Yes Consulting and has the same authors. We look at the major trends affecting many short-term rental (STR) businesses. Could your business fall off a cliff tomorrow or require…