First-Time Rental Homeowners: What They Need (But Rarely Ask) from a Property Manager

Vacation Rental

Starting Strong: More Than Just Bookings Every year, I meet homeowners who’ve just bought their first rental property in Destin or nearby—and they’re fired up. They’ve read the blogs, seen the Instagram reels, and are ready to earn some passive income. But after that initial excitement fades, reality sets in: vacation rentals are a business, […]

Top Tech Tools for Vacation Rental Managers in 2025

Smart Home

Why Tech Matters in the Vacation Rental World Let’s be real—managing vacation rentals isn’t what it used to be. Back when I started Gulfview Retreats in 2011, most of my work was done with a clipboard, a flip phone, and a whole lot of hustle. Fast forward to 2025, and I couldn’t imagine running my […]