Hints on Successfully Listing Your Vacation Property

Below are some hints to successfully list your vacation property on sites, such as http://www.rentals2remember.com/

1. SET RENTAL RATES APPROPRIATELY. If you want to successfully rent your property, it is important to compare, and set your rates to similar rentals in your location with the same amenities. You don't want to be too greedy and overprice yourself, and you don't want to undervalue your rental either. You may be able to charge a premium if your property has distinctive features, or be willing to discount your property when necessary, such as for the off-season.

2. CHECK E-MAIL REGULARLY. Remember that many of your potential customers are using the internet to search properties and are computer "savvy". These users tend to check their email frequently (especially if they have requested information). Be sure to include your phone number also for those customers who would prefer to call you directly. In this case, you would want to make sure you check your phone messages frequently, too.

3. RESPOND TO INQUIRIES QUICKLY. Vacationers usually view a couple of properties that are of interest to them, and then contact the owners. The faster you respond, the better chance you have of winning them over, before they have an opportunity to choose another property from someone else.

4. YOUR LISTING SHOULD BE ACCURATE & COMPLETE. Be sure that your listing details are current and complete. Review your online listing frequently to make sure that your contact information is up-to-date. Also make sure that your property description and amenities are accurate. It is helpful to include any extra expenses added to the rental rate, such as security deposit, local taxes, etc. This will help you with repeat customers and keep you out of trouble with rental contracts and laws in regard to such things.

5. USE GREAT PHOTOS. It is true what they say, "A picture speaks a thousand words". Remember from an internet site, vacationers generally consider staying at your home based upon what your home pictures look like. The more pictures (and the prettier they are), the more comfortable vacationers feel about renting from you. Be sure to include pictures of your rental amenities such as the beach, pool, a mountain view, lake or golf course. These are top vacation sellers.