The OwnerRez Blog

User Profile: Oostema Farmstead

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

This week, we are excited to feature Glen and Lisa Oostema, owners of Oostema Farmstead and OwnerRez users for nearly seven years. Beginning with one Airbnb on their family farm in 2015, they have grown their business into several vacation rentals, an RV campground, and an on-farm store, allowing them to share their family farm with guests from all over the world.

Walk ’n Talk Podcast: EP18 - When to Build and When to Buy

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

In Episode Eighteen, Paul and Chris discuss the philosophy that has shaped OwnerRez from the beginning: building what matters. They compare their approach to Ferrari’s mentality of building everything in-house, discuss when it makes sense to build versus buy, and explain why owning and having full control over the product experience has helped OwnerRez stay nimble over the years.

User Profile: LuxeHaus Stays

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

This week, we are excited to feature Priscila Acerbi and Daniela Botero, founders of LuxeHaus Stays. Built on the belief that owners get better results from hosts who run their own rentals and know the local market, they have created a successful vacation rental management company serving Palm Beach County and Florida’s Treasure Coast.

STR Court Victory, Airbnb’s UK Partnership, and PriceLabs’ Global Host Report

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

This week’s roundup covers two major short-term rental regulation stories from Wisconsin and South Carolina, Airbnb’s latest effort to crack down on illegal listings in the UK, and PriceLabs’ 2026 Global Host Report. Let’s dive in.

Integration With STRLY

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT

We’re excited to announce our latest integration with STRLY, offering OwnerRez users a new way to protect their properties through accidental damage waivers and guest verification.

User Profile: Your Florida Vacation Villa

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

This week, we are highlighting Gerry Leco, founder of Your Florida Vacation Villa. After years of investing in long-term rentals, Gerry and his wife made the move into short-term rentals and now manage 11 standout vacation villas in Orlando, Florida.

Integration With STR TV

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT

We’re excited to share our new integration with STR TV, a smart TV platform designed specifically for short-term rentals.

Walk ’n Talk Podcast: EP17 - Using AI With Intention

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

In Episode Seventeen, Paul and Chris discuss how to use AI to empower yourself instead of handing away your voice and judgment. They talk about intentionally developing your skills, bringing your unique skill set and experiences to the table, and why the best results come when AI expands your thinking instead of replacing it.

AirDNA’s Mid-Year Outlook, PriceLabs’ New Pricing Tools, and European Booking Growth

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

This week’s roundup covers AirDNA’s 2026 mid-year outlook, new pricing tools from PriceLabs, tighter short-term rental restrictions in Málaga, and continued booking growth across the European Union. Let’s dive in.

Integration With HostReady

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT

We’re excited to announce our latest integration with HostReady, a compliance intelligence platform built specifically for short-term rental operators.

User Profile: Vacay To The Smokies

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

This week, we are featuring Kendra Hendrix, founder of Vacay To The Smokies and an OwnerRez user for nearly four years. Raised around cabin rentals and hospitality in East Tennessee, Kendra has now built her own collection of properties in the Smoky Mountains, focused on helping guests slow down, reconnect, and create lasting memories together.

Integration with travelstaytion

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT

We’re pleased to introduce our latest integration with Travelstaytion, a global community of certified property managers, connecting OwnerRez users to a new booking platform and a wide network of B2B travel agents.

Integration With PX

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT

We are happy to announce our integration with PX, an AI-powered trust accounting audit platform.

Fourth of July Demand, 2026 Hospitality Insights, and Croatia’s STR Proposal

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT

This week’s roundup covers strong Fourth of July booking demand, new hospitality insights from Alchemer, Airbnb.org’s disaster relief efforts in Venezuela, and proposed short-term rental regulations in Croatia. Let’s dive in.

July Webinars and In-Person Events

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT

The summer booking season is in full swing, and this July, we’ve got a packed lineup of webinars and upcoming in-person events to help you get the most out of OwnerRez. ☀️

The 2026 OwnerRez Roadshow Is Here!

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT

We’re excited to announce the first-ever OwnerRez Roadshow! 🚗

June Product Update - Rezzy AI Guest Sentiment, Inbox Enhancements, Airbnb Additions, Property Amenities, Stripe 3DS, and ICYMI!

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT

The June Product Update features ways to leverage Rezzy AI guest sentiment, Inbox enhancements galore, expansion of property amenities, Stripe 3DS upgrade, Airbnb additions: Seasonal Cancellation Policies, Promo Discounts, message reaction emojis, etc., and a 'First Look' at the new guest portal, My Stay! 🎉

Walk ’n Talk Podcast: EP16 - The Cost of Head-Down Building

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT

In Episode Sixteen, Paul and Chris discuss the downside of head-down building and the importance of creating space to think. They talk about the value of slowing down, understanding how people actually use your product, and why paying attention to the details and the overall feel of a product can matter more than people often realize.

Airbnb’s Anti-Party System, Sydney’s STR Review, and Salt Lake City Licensing

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT

This week’s roundup covers Airbnb’s continued efforts to reduce disruptive parties, Sydney’s review of its short-term rental regulations, new licensing requirements in Salt Lake City, and the latest developments surrounding Bill 9 in Maui. Let’s dive in.

Integration With STR Desk

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:00:00 GMT

We’re happy to announce our latest integration with STR Desk, giving users a seamless way to sync OwnerRez data with GoHighLevel, Monday.com, Airtable, and Notion.