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  Seminars , San Diego Vacation Rental Seminar  
 
     

San Diego: How to Rent Vacation Properties by Owner Seminar

Sign up by May 21st and Save $20!

For current owners of vacation homes, this all-day intensive 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:                                                  Courtyard by Marriott: Old Town (map)
2435 Jefferson Street
San Diego, California 92110         

When: Saturday, May 31st, 10am-4pm

Cost: $29-$99 per attendee (lunch included)

Registration

Early Registration -- Save $20 (Ends 5/21)
$79: HomeAway/VRBO subscriber*
$99: Non-HomeAway/VRBO subscriber
$29: Each Additional Attendee

Regular Registration
$99: HomeAway/VRBO subscriber*
$109: Non-HomeAway/VRBO subscriber
$29: Each Additional Attendee


Seminar Agenda

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 can you manage cleaning and maintenance from a distance?
  • How do you screen guests to avoid problem renters?
  • 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!



About the Speaker

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."



Questions?

If you have any questions, send us a message through our contact form or call 512-684-1114.

*HomeAway Network, CyberRentals.com, GreatRentals.com, A1Vacations.com, TripHomes.com, Holiday-Rentals.co.uk, Fewo-Direkt.de, VRBO.com, VacationRentals.com