For current owners of vacation homes, this class will give you all of the information you'll need to effectively make money from your investment. Learn how to rent your vacation home “by owner," improve your marketing and rental process, and meet other vacation rental owners in your area!

Event Details Where: Hilton Kauai Beach Drive (map) 4331 Kauai Beach Drive Lihue, Hawaii 96766 When: Tuesday, Sept 30, 6-9:30 pm Cost: $29-$99 per attendee

Registration Early Registration (Ends 9/12) $69: HomeAway/VRBO subscriber* $79: Non-HomeAway/VRBO subscriber $29: Each Additional Attendee Regular Registration (After 9/12) $89: HomeAway/VRBO subscriber* $99: Non-HomeAway/VRBO subscriber $29: Each Additional Attendee

In addition to the evening seminar, we are offering something NEW - Individual Consultations and Property Walk-Throughs, available by request.  Maximize your rental potential with one-on-one time with Christine Karpinski and HomeAway/VRBO staff.  See below for more information.

For information on the other stops of our Hawaii Seminar Series: Sept. 25th: Waikoloa, HI (Big Island) Sept. 27-28th: Hilo, HI (Big Island)

Christine Karpinski will share tips to increase profits and reduce hassle, including how to:

Advertise your property on the Internet

• What is the most cost-efficient way to market your home?
• Which portal websites should you list your property on?
• How do you determine your target renter?
• How can you tell if you're priced correctly?
• How do you write a great rental ad that will attract renters?
• When should you offer a discount?
• How can you take better photos?

Organize your bookings, payments and accounting

• How should you handle reservations, rental contracts, payment methods and schedules
• Who is required to pay sales tax?
• How do you handle keys?
• What are the best ways to accept payments from renters?
• How much should you charge for a security deposit?

Other tips and tricks

• How do you screen guests to avoid problem renters?
• How can you manage cleaning and maintenance from a distance?
• Should you consider accepting pets?
• How can you increase bookings?
• Why is it important to network with other owners?
• What is the number one amenity that renters look for?
• And much more!

We will be offering private 90-minute consultations during our island-hopping seminar series.

Your individual consultation with HomeAway, Inc./VRBO.com staff members will include:
• A completed critique of your property listing.
• Suggestions for photos, wording, and the overall organization of your ad.
• 30 minutes of one-on-one time with Christine Karpinski, owner of multiple vacation properties, Director of Owner Community for HomeAway, Inc., and author of How to Rent Vacation Properties By Owner.

Space is limited, so call us today to register!
$149: Early Registration (by August 1, 2008)
$199: Regular Registration

Call 512.592.4493 to schedule your Individual Consultation.

If you own property on one of the islands, consider signing up for a 2-hour walk-through at your personal vacation home. Your walk-through will include tips for increasing inquiries, improving your rental process, and exceeding guests' expectations during their stay.

Christine Karpinski, along with HomeAway, Inc./VRBO.com staff members will provide:
• A completed critique of your property listing.
• Suggestions for photos, wording, and the overall organization of your ad.
• Evaluation of all communications with renters: inquiry responses, rental rules, directions, etc.
• Suggestions for staging, décor, and amenities for your vacation property.
• Tips for the overall appearance, upkeep, sleep setup, and comfort of guests.
• Ideas for optimizing your home's overall “rentability.”

Space is limited, so call us today to register!
$299: Early Registration (by August 1, 2008)
$349: Regular Registration

Call 512.592.4493 to schedule your Property Walk-Through.

Christine Karpinski, Director of Owner Community for HomeAway.com and author of How to Rent Vacation Properties by Owner and Profit From Your Vacation Home Dream. Karpinski is a frequent television and radio show guest. Her books, combined with her seminars and media appearances, have helped thousands of people manage and profit from their vacation homes. Christine owns multiple properties and is often referred to as "The Most Respected Voice in the Vacation Rental Industry."

If you have any questions, send us a message through our contact form or call 512-592-4493. *HomeAway Network, CyberRentals.com, GreatRentals.com, A1Vacations.com, TripHomes.com, Holiday-Rentals.co.uk, Fewo-Direkt.de, VRBO.com, VacationRentals.com