What Are Accidental Landlords?

By Gulf Coast Property Management Wednesday, October 19, 2022

There are approximately 44 million renter households in the U.S. The owners of many of those rental units are big property investment groups, but individuals own a sizeable portion of them as well.For some of the owners, property investment was a decision. They decided that they ...

5 Must-Have Vacation Rental Amenities for Your Sarasota Property

By Gulf Coast Property Management Wednesday, September 21, 2022

Time is money, and when your vacation rental sits empty, that's money you can't get back. Attracting the same great people to your vacation rentals every year ensures never going without rental income. One of the best ways to attract the best renters is by offe...

Guest Screening 101: A How-to Guide for Rental Owners in SW Florida

By Gulf Coast Property Management Wednesday, September 14, 2022

Having a rental property in southwest Florida can be a real moneymaker, but it can also have its woes.In any given year, about 14 million people stay in vacation rental homes in Florida. Turning your 2nd home into a vacation rental is a great way to make money on a property ...

The Advantages of Vacation Rental Management for Your Gulf Coast Property

By Gulf Coast Property Management Wednesday, September 7, 2022

Owning a vacation property on the gulf coast is a dream for many Americans.As fortunate as you've been to scoop up an amazing oceanside property, you probably won't be there for most of the year. If you're wondering how you can make a profit off of your gulf coast pro...

Rental Property Management: Guest Experience, Compensation and Reviews

By Gulf Coast Property Management Wednesday, August 17, 2022

If you manage a vacation rental property, you know how important reviews are to draw guests in.The key to getting good reviews is to offer as good of a guest experience as possible, but how do you do that?Knowing how to cater to your guests' experience may seem convoluted, bu...

Essential Vacation Rental Maintenance for Your Investment Property

By Gulf Coast Property Management Wednesday, August 10, 2022

Vacation rentals are a huge part of the Florida economy. In fact, Florida investment properties used as vacation rentals add about $46 million each day. This also means that if you own investment properties, you need to make sure they are rentals where people want to stay again.I...

Property Management in Florida: Should I Use a Home Warranty?

By Gulf Coast Property Management Tuesday, August 2, 2022

With a population of over 22 million, Florida remains one of the most populated states in the U.S. If you're someone looking to invest in Florida properties, you might consider getting a home warranty.But what is a home warranty? Why is it such a crucial part of property mana...

How to Choose the Best Property Management Company in Southwest Florida

By Gulf Coast Property Management Thursday, July 28, 2022

Having an investment property is a dream for many. It's an investment vehicle that leads to passive income and can be quite lucrative when you invest in areas like southwest Florida. The numbers show that Florida had nearly 30 million visitors in a single quarter. It'...

What Are the Best Vacation Rental Websites?

By Gulf Coast Property Management Wednesday, June 15, 2022

Don't be one of the more than 50% of Americans who leave their vacation days unused each year. Use that paid time off (PTO) to enjoy some rest and relaxation with your family, friends, or even by yourself. If you're ready to take advantage of your PTO, you need to kn...

Properties in Florida: 5 Real Estate Investing Tips

By Gulf Coast Property Management Tuesday, June 7, 2022

Do you know how much money you can realistically make in real estate? Here’s a statistic to highlight how profitable real estate investments have been over the past year. From January 2020 to January 2021, the median home price in the United States rose by over $45,000.&nbs...