Lock for a sliding closet door
Does anyone know where to buy a lock that can be used on a sliding closet door? We have a closet that would be good to use as an owner's closet, but need to find a suitable lock. Some years ago we...
View Articlenew property owner - z wave questions
We're new property owners and I'm preparing our property for future renters. As part of this process, I'm planning to install a z-wave controller for my door locks, thermostat and water heater...
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Sample Emergency Contact Sheet for Your Vacation Rental Guests
It's important to have certain emergency contact information readily available to your guests. Be sure to have all the following information on both your directions and posted somewhere on your...
View ArticleMust Have For Any Vacation Rental Property
I have owned my vacation rental property for nearly 6 years. I live about three hours away from my property so I am always looking for something to make my job of managing the property easier. A...
View ArticleTo install or not install Bathtub Safety Bars?
We have a return renter who is asking us to install bathtub safety bars. While we see the benefit to a large group of people out there, we are not certain we want to install permanent safety bars. We...
View ArticleGuest complained because I have cameras, I caught him overloading the house.
I recently notified a guest that they introduced 5 more people into the house that was in the contract and they abused the furniture causing additional depreciation, he denied it until I told him about...
View ArticleDo you use a homewatch service?
I live 2000 miles away from my rental in FL and i am currently paying someone $45/month to come into the house once a week and check that all is well with it. He swishes cleaner in the toilets, checks...
View ArticleIs this a scam!!!!
Hye I am at the moment dealing with a couple supposedly living in Germany. They wish to stay a week. They can pay by PayPal. He has just rang does not have a German accent, even though he said he was...
View ArticleMost Reliable Smoke Alarm/Detector?
My husband and I are shopping for new smoke alarms to replace those that we have had problems with. We just purchased Kidde "Worry Free" lithium battery operated that supposedly last ten years. But...
View ArticleQuality of life
Have any other owners ever worried that the homes they rent out are actually more like motels? What steps do you take to ensure that those who live near your property are respected? Or do you care at...
View ArticleAnyone use keyless combination locks for the front door?
I had purchased a combination lock and it seems to drain the battery or do something to the wires in the colder weather. It can get very cold at the cabin in the colder months (-25 the other morning) I...
View ArticleLockboxes
We've been using a regular lockbox for several years. This past year I've had people stuff extrasets of keys in the lockbox and jam it. Anyone have a solution besides keyless setups. If someonedoes...
View ArticleRemote keyless locks with no monthly fees... what are my options?
We are switching out of our current management company to running on our own in early April. At that time we'll need to change our lock and I'm trying to determine the best fit. Being 2 hours from...
View ArticleIs there a Fire Marshall Code preventing sleeping on floor in VR's
I recall reading that VR's and hotels are not permitted to allow children or guests to bring sleeping bags for additional guests because the fire marshall said it was a code violation as anything on...
View ArticleWhat do you think?
This inquiry looks phishy to me. There is no phone number, no dates, no guests, no mention of anything except really odd first inquiry questions. I don't usually ignore any inquiry, but this one really...
View ArticleDo Your Part: Tips for Combating Vacation Rental Scams
Vacation Rental scams have been going on for a long time, but recently I have noticed a spike in the number of complaints from Vacation Rental managers on numerous social media forums. As long as...
View ArticleKitchen cabinet falls off the wall due to inadequate installation
Renter called us last week when a kitchen cabinet she was getting something out of came off the wall. Dishes and glasses fell out and broke. Fortunately noone was hurt. The handyman who checked it...
View ArticleWifi enabled Lock for cold weather?
Hello Ladies and Gent's I am new to the forum so first thing first hello to all. I have been doing some research on here which has been very helpful but seem to be stuck as to what my options are. I...
View ArticleRemote home automation systems
I would like to find a system that will allow me to do keyless entry, remotely monitor/set the thermostadt, and potentially provide security. Please send me your suggestions for remote home automation.
View ArticleDoes anyone have a recommendation for a good exterior security camera for...
Our rental is located in the mountains and snow can be a possibility from November -April, anywhere from 2-10 feet deep. I'm interested in mounting probably 4-6 cameras around the exterior of the...
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