Resources

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While it’s liberating to leave years’ worth of clutter behind, it takes time to go through furniture, housewares and sentimental items. Getting a head start far in advance of your moving date relieves the pressure of making quick decisions at the last minute. Have the measurements of your new place handy, so you can easily see what will fit, and what won’t.

Focus on bringing your memories with you, rather than your stuff. 

 Set up bins in one large room for things you want to keep, sell, donate or toss. Work your way through the house room by room, as your ‘keep’ boxes fill up label them and put them in another room for easy access during moving day. 

Pro tip: Your house will show better in staging photos and when buyers visit if it’s clean and uncluttered. 

 You can get rid of any paperwork older than seven years, so instead of bringing it with you, shred important documents, and scan the ones you still need. And as you’re transferring utilities and other bills, change the delivery method to email to reduce the amount of paper going to your new place. Download favorite movies, music and photos instead of bringing along stacks of DVDs, CDs and albums. 

 After you’ve purged your belongings, consider hiring a company to pack up your things, move them and then unpack at your new home. You’ll be relieved to not have to do all the heavy lifting yourself before, during and after the big move. 

 There’s an emotional side to downsizing, and most people have a hard time during the process. Change can be difficult, even if you’re excited to begin your next chapter. Your real estate agent can help make this transition smooth and trouble-free. Then, you can focus on how much simpler your life will be, and on the exciting aspects of a brand-new home in Mexico. 

 We are here to help with your next steps and make your move, remember we moved here too. In a constantly evolving market, let us help you make informed decisions. We offer personalized attention tailored to your needs, regardless of the neighborhood or price of your home you choose. Ask us about local market conditions and opportunities and let us prepare you for your next move to Mexico.

If you’re interested in creating a vacation rental to earn additional income, maximize your property to ensure success. Booking sites, such as Airbnb or VRBO, are incredibly popular tools for homeowners in the lake side area to rent their space to vacationers. Increase your bookings and positive reviews by following these key steps for optimizing your vacation rental. 

Vacationers desire to visit our beautiful destinations while staying in excellent living conditions. Choose the perfect spot for your vacation rental by assessing your personal preferences and famous locations. Purchase or build your vacation rental, such as a house or apartment, in the ideal area. Focus on maximizing space and incorporating unique design elements to ensure your rental succeeds. 

 Evaluate the pricing of vacation rentals similar in size and location to yours. Understand the expected rate and your potential expenses to create a price. Aim to price your rental slightly lower than other vacation properties in your area. If a vacationer is searching for a rental and discovers two similar options they love, they’ll choose the cheaper choice. Guarantee your vacation rental is selected by setting a competitive price.   

Elevate your listing to improve your ranking and get noticed. Your listing needs to describe your rental property and location persuasively and thoroughly. 

Information to add to your listing includes:

● An accurate description of your property.

● Professional photos of every aspect of your rental.

● The specific amenities included with your property. 

● Potential activities and favorite spots near your rental.

● Availability and pricing.

Create a well-written and appealing listing to boost the success of your vacation rental.

 Provide numerous amenities to satisfy your guests. Your vacation rental should be fully stocked with the essentials, such as towels, bedding, toilet paper, and paper towels. Additionally, consider adding unique amenities to improve each guest’s visit. Create a coffee station, include delicious snacks, or provide top-notch entertainment, such as books, movies, or games. Ensure your guests have a fantastic stay by providing a myriad of amenities.  

 Regularly update the calendar for your vacation rental. Failing to refresh your calendar could lead to overbooking or under booking your rental property, which causes you to lose money. Avoid potential disasters by maintaining your rental schedule and double-checking the information. If you list your vacation rental property on multiple sites, it’s especially essential to manage your calendar diligently. Keep your calendar up to date to limit mistakes and earn money. 

 Communication skills are essential for operating a quality vacation rental. Potential customers require you to reply to their comments and questions related to your rental property.  Dedicate time daily to fulfilling necessary business communications and improving each customer’s experience. 

 Improve your reputation to advance your listing’s rankings. Good impressions and reviews are on top of the clients' checklist especially when on vacation. The higher your listing appears on a booking site, the more potential guests you’ll earn. Work hard to receive positive reviews and ratings by providing quality customer service to increase your vacation rental’s visibility.  

 Elevate the cleanliness of your vacation rental by hiring a professional cleaning service. If you don’t live near your rental or are extremely busy, you need to hire a professional cleaner. A cleaning service possesses the availability, tools, products, and skills to clean your rental between each guest’s visit properly.