Photos are one of the main factors when it comes to potential guests who are deciding whether or not to book your rental. Armed with this knowledge, you might consider using photo-sharing sites to further advertise your rental. Short Term Housing has listed a few tips to help you to do so.

Popular Photo Sharing Websites

• Flickr

Registered Users:51,000,000

Price: Free

• Imugur

Registered Users: Unknown

Price: Free

• Photo-bucket

Registered Users: 50,000,000

Price: Free

• Fotoki

Registered Users: 1,250,000

Price: 50MB for free, unlimited storage for $30/year

• Pixi.me

Registered Users: Unknown

Price: Free ($50 A Year For Premium Accounts)

Post Pictures Of The Main Rooms In Your Rental

Make sure you’ve included important pictures such as:

• The Bedrooms
• The Bathrooms
• The Kitchen
• Views (If your rental has nice ones)
• Amenities (i.e hot tubs, granite counter tops, pool table, etc.)
• The Rental’s Exterior

Only Upload High Quality Photos

Meaning you should only use pictures that:

• Have good lighting
• Are not blurry
• Are in focus
• Do not have your pets in them

Write Photo Descriptions

Let potential guests know what they are looking at.

Tags/Keywords

Make sure it is as easy as possible for guests to find your photos by using tags and keywords

Don’t Forget To Include A Link

Make sure that all of your photos include a link back to your website. This way if they want to book your home, it is extremely easy for them to do so.

There are so many reasons to love Denver! Short Term Housing has listed six of our favorites!

They Call It “Colorful Colorado” For A Reason

From Red Rocks and Garden of the Gods- to The Great Sand Dunes and Seven Falls- Colorado is filled with vibrant colors and incredible sights.

Denver Has The Best Neighborhoods

Eclectic neighborhoods, chic apartments, open lofts with gorgeous hardwood floors- Denver’s neighborhoods and awesome housing just can’t be beat.

Beer

Denver is home to four of the top fifty brewing companies in the United States.It is also ranked fourth in the country in number of brewpubs and craft breweries according to The Brewers Association

Eco Friendly + Tech Savvy

Denver is extremely conscious of the environment, and also has one of the biggest tech communities around. Programmers, techies, and nature lovers all flock to Denver to take advantage of all that this incredible city has to offer. To get involved with other people in Denver who love tech click here.

Dressing In Silly Gear, Riding Bikes, and Getting Dirty Are Sought Out Activities

It comes as no surprise that colorado is the thinnest state in the nation. Denver locals are never afraid to get down and dirty with nature, through exercising, bike riding, hiking, mountain climbing, and doing yoga on the highest of peaks.

No Matter Where You Look, There Is Something Beautiful To See

Surrounded by mountains, filled with rolling plains, and adorned with the most vibrant of colors - this is city promises gorgeous views, and never disappoints.

First impressions count for a lot when it comes to vacation rentals, and you want your guests to have a positive one. Short Term Housing has composed a list of five simple ways that you can improve the curb appeal of your vacation rental.

Install Outdoor Lighting

Low-voltage landscape lighting makes a huge impact on your home’s curb appeal. Fixtures can add accent lighting to trees or the house or can illuminate a walking path. If you aren’t able to use lights that require wiring, install solar fixtures.

Flower Power

You can install some flower boxes, flower beds, potted plants, or even a container garden. This can add that touch of charm and coziness that helps insure a good first impression and instant curb appeal.

Wash And Brush Up

Since winter is ending, the front porch likely has a layer of dirt and salt scum, and the windows could probably use a good washing. Rent or borrow a power washer and give the exterior of your home a good cleaning. Go over the windows with cleaner and make sure everything is spotless. Touch up the paint. And if you have wood make sure it’s in good shape.

Cover Up Dead Spots

Do you have unsightly dead spots in the lawn? Instead of fighting an unending battle to restore the grass, you might consider improving the yard’s appearance by planting flowers around the base of the tree that thrive in shade.

Upgrade

It’s important not to overlook the simple things that improve curb appeal, such as changing the outdated lock and handle on your front door, repainting the front door, replacing rusty light fixtures, and installing decorative house numbers. These accents provide subtle, but noticeable enhancements that help to define the home’s overall look.

Short Term Housing has created a list of the best cities for musicians based on quantity of of night clubs/bars/coffee shops, cool neighborhoods, median age, and affordable housing options.

Boston

Boston has ranked No. 2 spot in terms of indie culture. But here, given that there are more than 100 colleges there is a great crowd and willing audiences to make sure your music is heard.

• Median Age:33
• Median Monthly Rent: $1,000

Minneapolis

Singers and musicians may find it easier to get a gig in Minneapolis—the city has some of the strongest opportunities for the market.

• Median Age: 32
• Median Monthly Rent: $705

Nashville

Nashville actually tied with Boston for the No. 2 ranking for indie culture. Nashville has rapidly become one of the best cities for Musicians and Music Lovers in the nation.

• Median Age: 33
• Median Monthly Rent: $614

Denver

Denver is young, green, and has an ever growing music scene.

• Median Age: 34
• Median Monthly Rent: $704

Portland

Portland is one of the top 10 places for indie culture in America, and it’s a gorgeous city that comes in at No. 1 for green living.

• Median Age: 35
• Median Monthly Rent: $696

With spring fast approaching, the peak season for renting vacation homes will soon be upon us. So Short Term Housing has composed a simple lists to help you make your guests feel at home, and choose your rental for their vacations time and time again.

Comfortable Furniture/Beds

If the furniture isn’t something that you would willing sit in, and the bed isn’t something that you would eagerly sleep in- then it probably shouldn’t be in your vacation rental. Our guests are on vacation to relax. It is our goal, as vacation rental owners, to help them do so.

Fresh Linens/Sheets

Not having fresh linens or sheets is one of the top complaints of vacation rental guests. It’s crucial that you provide crisp and clean sheets/linens for your guests. They will not only appreciate, but will also remember this later.

Get Rid Of The Clutter

Remember, what to you might consider decoration, may be “stuff in the way” for your visitor. Have a bare tabletops, empty drawers, and ample closet space available for your guest to put things away. They’ll feel more at home, and be more likely to choose your rental again because of this.

Provide Items That Guests Would Definitely Have In Their Home

It is important that your vacation rental includes essentials that no home would be without. Items such as:

• A Coffee Pot
• Dishes
• A TV
• Blankets and Pillows
• A Microwave
• Cookware
• Towels
• Soaps and Lotions

Little Extras

The expression “It’s The Little Things That Matter” is true now more then ever. If there are any little details that will add to your guests’ experience in your vacation rental- go for it!

How do you make your guests feel at home? Comment and let us know!