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How to Utilize Categories

The category feature on Houstr allows you to take all the items in your Guest Store and assign each of them to the appropriate category giving your visitors an easy to navigate menu that will make their shopping experience more enjoyable. From the categories tab, you can create new categories and edit the order in which they will appear in your Guest Stores. The lower the order number the earlier they will appear in your

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Elevate Your Rental Experience with Houstr: What to Sell

In the competitive landscape of short-term rentals, standing out is about more than just location and decor—it’s about the unique experience you can offer to your guests. Houstr empowers property owners to redefine the guest experience by transforming their spaces into interactive marketplaces. Some hosts choose to create a store specifically for pre-arrival needs, during stay needs, and a public store that they can post on their website or Instagram. Others create a separate store

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Create and Link Amazon Affiliate to Houstr

Houstr has introduced a fantastic feature that allows you to link your Amazon Affiliate account with your Houstr account, enabling you to earn 100% of the commissions driven by Amazon. This is something you’ll want to take advantage of considering that Amazon is the largest online retailer in the US, and with Houstr you can get paid on the full purchase after a visitor clicks on your link. Note: If you already have an Amazon Associates Account,

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Ten Strategies Superhosts Use To Increase Their Earnings

Focus on Guest Experience First off, you’re not just providing a bed; you’re curating an experience. The better the experience, the higher the reviews and, in turn, your revenue. Think about amenities that go beyond the basics, like smart TVs, espresso machines, or unique local art. Who’s staying at your place? Cater the amenities to best suit their needs. If you have a family friendly Airbnb, provide activities for kids. If you allow pets (Highly

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Identifying Lucrative Markets to Start a Short-Term Rental

Identifying lucrative markets is the first and perhaps the most crucial step in scaling your short-term rental business. You don’t just want to dive in; you want to dive in where you’re likely to find treasure, not just wet sand. So how do you do that? Here’s a distilled guide to finding those goldmines. Understand Your Objectives First, let’s get real. What are you looking to achieve? High occupancy? Skyrocketing rental rates? It’s important to

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Creating ‘Instagrammable’ Spaces: How to Design Your Property for Social Media Buzz

In today’s interconnected world, the line between physical space and digital presence is increasingly blurred. As property managers and short-term rental hosts, we find ourselves in a unique position to leverage this phenomenon. The goal isn’t just to offer a space; it’s to create an experience—something so compelling that it captures imagination and clicks. Here’s how to design a property that doesn’t just attract tenants, but becomes a character in their social media stories. The

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