How to rent your second home in 5 easy steps?

If you are reading this blog post, then chances are you already know the perks of renting out your property for the short term. If not, then we will quickly lay them out for you. When you rent out for the short term, the benefits are multiple:  

• You generate extra rental income;  

• Start unlocking the full potential of your property;  

• Increase the value of your property in the long run  

• Start gaining profit and even covering expenses like mortgage; 

• Keep your property in top shape even if you don’t use it because you live far away.

• And most of all, you enjoy the flexibility of using your property whenever you want. 

However, managing short-term rentals can be time-consuming and challenging, especially if you live far away.  There are many things to be looked after-- cleaning, guest bookings, check-ins, rental payments, and local tax regulations; and that is just the start. If we combine all these short-term rental-related chores, then it can easily become a full-time job, leaving you with no time to do anything else. 

And that's where we come in!  

As holiday rental specialists, Happy.Rentals takes care of each and everything when renting out for the short term. Just imagine, your property is not only in good care but also efficiently rented out and ready to welcome you back whenever you need it. 

Let us show you how working with a professional rental management company like Happy.Rentals can help you to achieve total peace of mind in just 5 steps. 

1. Getting started 

Our property managers are local experts who know your region’s short-term rental market the best and are a primary point of contact with the guests. You can start by contacting our property managers who will happily answer all your questions without any consultation costs. 

Here’s how you can do it. 

•            Visit our website: Discover how your second home can work for you and explore the full range of our services.  

•            Book a free consultation: Register online and our team will guide you step by step through the entire rental process.  

How to register? 

           Fill out this form or call us. For example, you’d like to rent your second home in Sardinia? You can just have a look at “Sardinia” in the right column and find all the contact details of our property managers based on location.  

Fill out the form and we will get in touch with you

 

• Social media: Prefer social channels? Check out our Instagram, Facebook, or LinkedIn and send us a message. 

Whatever method suits you best, we’re here to help you get started! 

2. Schedule an On-Site Visit 

Once you have contacted us, we will arrange a visit by one of our local property managers or recruiters.  
What happens during the visit? 

• They’ll inspect your property and offer tailored advice to maximise its appeal to vacationers. From highlighting unique features to suggesting simple upgrades and increasing guest accessibility to your home, our experts help position your home as a top rental choice in the area. 

 
Our property managers are full of ideas on how to furnish your vacation home to maximize your rental income. They can offer tips such as how to make your home welcoming to families, how to have a pet-friendly holiday home and how to attract remote workers and digital nomads. 

Quick Tip: Pet-friendly homes tend to attract more bookings—consider welcoming furry guests for higher occupancy rates! 

3. Finalise the prices and the booking calendar 

Once our holiday rental specialist has met you and seen your property, they work with you to finalise the right rental price for the home. 
When you rent out your second home there are two key points that we bear in mind. First, the property should be available when you want to relax with family and friends, and second, it should generate a good rental income.  
 
Our live booking calendar feature ensures that you can book your holiday when it suits you.  

4. Create a Standout Listing 

Once your property is ready, our team takes over to ensure it shines online. 

Your property on more than 3000 online travel websites and portals

 
With our services, you can list your property on more than 3000 vacation rental platforms with virtually no start-up cost. We take care of all initial marketing setup for your property and only charge you a marketing fee after we have successfully rented out your vacation home for more than 8 weeks! So, there are really no costs associated with starting short-term rentals until you start earning. 
 

 5. Final checks and activation for booking 

The professional photographs have been taken; the prices have been agreed; the calendar has been updated, and the description is ready. At this point, our expert team, together with you and if you wish to, makes the final checks of the property descriptions and amenities before making it active on online travel portals and international websites.  

Once everything is set, our bookings team takes care of enquiries and reservations, and you can start enjoying the benefits of renting out your property.  

We understand that you may have concerns when you think about a short-term rental for your precious second home. Partnering with a property management company can simplify the process, ensuring your property is looked after, efficiently rented out and available to welcome you back whenever you need it.  

 
So, sit back and relax as we bring out the best of your holiday home. 

Get in touch with us and schedule an On-Site Visit with our Specialists now!