BACKGROUNDChris and Laurie purchased their 5 bedroom home in Breckenridge and quickly realized that they needed a partner they could trust and who had the experience to manage their new home. It was important that their home was well taken care of and that they would be able to generate good rental income. Chris and Laurie contacted several propert...
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BACKGROUNDLaura and her husband both work full-time and often travel for work. They purchased their investment property in Steamboat Springs (3 hours from where they live) and were in search of a property manager. After a negative experience with a larger corporate property manager, they knew to look for a local property manager, dedicated to their...
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With a background in real estate franchise and travel management, Greg knew there was an opportunity to join the vacation rental management industry in Estes Park. It became clear that the industry had drastically changed and that there was a tremendous need for disruption in the Estes Park market. For Greg, the only answer to this opportunity was ...
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We're certainly seeing it in all of our SkyRun locations! More and more people are traveling for leisure. A study released by Phocuswright today says that in 2016, leisure travel in the US DROPPED by 6% for the first time since 2011. The causes listed were financial concerns and worries about terrorism in the ...
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Time away from home matters to health and happiness, and using those precious vacation days to take that dream vacation is more essential than ever! According to VRMA, “...workers who use their time off to travel, see a 22 percent jump in happiness with their health compared to those who use their days off at home (61% to 39%).” There are no right ...
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When communities host events that show hometown pride you don’t want to miss out. It’s a time to show gratitude to the community, a place for locals to express pride, and a reunion of communities joining together in celebration. May 2019 marks the 36th year for Travel and Tourism Week. SkyRun is more than appreciative to the industry that keeps us ...
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The origin of Spring comes from the sense of a new beginning. While winter rages on, we can dream of the days of flower buds popping up through the snow. In preparation, we asked the owner of SkyRun's largest destination for ideas to help breathe new life into your vacation rental and keep bookings climbing year round. Let these tips influence your...
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Thanks for pointing out that if you are decorating a vacation rental it can be smart to have a simple and minimalistic approach si... Read More
Wednesday, 10 April 2019 17:02 We agree! If you would like more insights into owner a vacation rental and/or using a property manager, give us a call! 877-SkyRun... Read More
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With the winter solstice still a few weeks away, the start to the snowy season has not yet officially begun. The only issue: Winter didn't seem to get the memo. Most of the continent has already started experiencing the cold realities of winter with places such as the Colorado Rockies achieving record snowfall *and amazing ski conditions*.&nbs...
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Amazing to read these top 5 winter care solutions about your property and it was so useful to see. You can research topics for hi... Read More
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SkyRun Vacation Rentals stays competitive and one step ahead of the competition with our own proprietary software called "SkyTrax." SkyRun was founded in 2004 by Barry Cox (technical background at IBM) and Steve Falk (business development, legal and start-up background) with the vision of injecting technology into a decades-old business of vacation...
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Have you ever wondered how we keep your vacation rental’s profits so high? Competitively marketing vacation rentals requires knowledge, effort, and true dedication. SkyRun makes your vacation rental stand out among the competition by highlighting vital aspects guests are looking for when booking a vacation rental.Below are some of the ways we compe...
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Want to explore progressive vacation rental management innovations and technologies? Now you can in a whole new way at Rez Fest 2018. SkyRun will be attending the important industry event this year and would love to see you there!Rez Fest 2018 is the leading vacation rental technology conference. This year's conference has more hands-on experiences...
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So, you just invested in a second home to be used as a vacation rental, and you’re trying to figure out if you should manage the rental on your own or use a professional property management company. Initially, it may seem easier to manage on your own until you find yourself spending excessive time cleaning after each stay, experiencing low occupanc...
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Today, many consumers not only accept, but value green practices. Your vacation rental guests may appreciate and welcome signs you are trying to be more green. There are actually many ways to quickly enhance your home’s sustainability. The best part is, when you make your vacation home sustainable, you begin reducing your carbon footprint and savin...
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When determining which SkyRun vacation rental is best for you, it’s important to keep a few ideas in mind. For instance, what location do you want to be in, what type of kitchen do you need, and what is your ideal price? Luckily for you, all SkyRun location websites have features and filters to customize your search!Where your SkyRun vacation ...
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Did you know booking directly through SkyRun could save you 10% to 45% over booking the same property on an online mega-travel-site? That’s an opportunity to save big bucks!What’s the Deal?Online mega-travel-sites such as Airbnb, VRBO, or FlipKey add a fee when you book through their website. This additional fee is what they charge to market the pr...
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Second homeowners, you have a unique opportunity to capitalize on your investment and SkyRun can enable you to quickly make money on your second home while you're away. Above is a SkyRun Breckenridge case study from a second homeowner in Breckenridge, Colorado.Why do we deserve this praise? SkyRun’s lower commissions and no fees allo...
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Ready to migrate down south in search of sunshine, tropical flowers, and drinks by the beach? SkyRun sure is! SkyRun has teamed up with Fransico Ortiz Urbieta, the director of business development for Mexico's SkyRun Vacation Rentals, to create a new location in the beautiful Puerto Vallarta. Puerto Vallarta is one of those special ...
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Ready to soak up the sun in South Florida? Mark Johns, director of business development for South Florida's SkyRun Vacation Rentals, is pleased to announce the opening of a new location in Miami Beach. The vacation rental industry is rapidly growing with a large focus on the Miami region because of its white sandy beaches, emerald water, cult...
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We sure do love the sunshine state! As one could have expected, SkyRun is settling in the sands of yet another gem of Florida, the beautiful town of Fort Lauderdale. The expansion is done by Mark Johns, the director of business development for South Florida's SkyRun Vacation Rentals. Mark is nothing short of an expert at collecting premier vacation...
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Three's a charm! We are proud to announce our third location in South Flordia, Palm Beach. With our thoughts and condolences going out to those affected by the natural disasters, we hope to show people how special Florida is by providing them a place to call 'home.' Our dynamic leader Mark Johns, the director of business development for South Flori...
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