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Straightforward Serviced Accoummodation Management that takes care of everything while maximizing your rental profits

Welcome to Your Hassle-Free Service Accommdation Management Solution!

The mission of our company is to help landlords maximize the value of their properties and improve cash flow by taking care of their properties as serviced apartments.

Our expert team specializes in taking the burden off your shoulders. Allow us to handle the difficult and time-consuming task of managing serviced accommodations for you. We are committed to ensuring that every property under our care is managed efficiently, guests leave glowing reviews, and your revenue stream flows uninterrupted.

Maximize Your Returns: Profit More as a Landlord!

WHY CHOOSE REPOSE STAYS?

At Repose Stays, we understand that your property isn't just an asset—it's a pivotal element of your wealth. That's why we've committed ourselves to ensuring it thrives as a predictably profitable business offering 3 step process.

LISTING MANAGEMENT

Unlock the Potential of Your Investments with Our Tailored, Efficiency-Driven Approach for Enhanced Returns.

Profit growth

We focus on helping you enhance your property's income by effectively pricing it and taking advantage of periods of strong demand. We have both the data and the excellent human ideas that are the foundation of every successful pricing plan.

Maximising occupancy

We'll offer your property on a variety of sites to maximise your booking and revenue potential. Your calendar is synchronised across all of them thanks to our technology, and you get fantastic returns. To assure occupancy all year long, we also concentrate on the corporate market.

Professional photography

With expert photography, we'll raise your occupancy rate and the amount you may charge.

Listing creation and optimisation

We'll set up and create your listings on several platforms in order to improve the amount of reservations and assist attract the correct visitors to your home. Since we have years of experience, we are aware of what is most effective.

GUEST MANAGEMENT

Elevate Every Stay with Our Promise of Excellence — Unmatched Comfort and Service Guaranteed!

Guest vetting

Your safety and the security of your property are our top priority. We screen all guests.

Linen and toiletries

Guests always remember how good the sheets are! We provide hotel quality linen and a high-quality laundry service. Our housekeepers know all the perfect touches for an enjoyable guest stay.

Guest communication

Responding to guests as quickly as possible is the key to getting more bookings and maintaining a good reputation. Our teams respond 24/7/365 and trained to deal with all questions and issues both before and during stays.

Check-in and smart-locks

Easy self check-in is a top priority for guests and the Airbnb algorithm loves it too! So we support you through out smart-lock installation process and provide software that will not only to provide guest with easy check in option but also will increase security for your property.

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Unlock Peace of Mind - Your Property, Our Priority. Masterful Maintenance, Effortless Elegance!

Reports

Our Dashboard syncs your calendar between multiple booking websites to give you more control and see who is staying. You can also track your performance and income. Clear and transparent.

Deposits

We take security deposits from all guests for every booking. This protects our downside and keeps the guests accountable.

Maintenance

Our housekeeping team take photographs between each guest stay and report on any maintenance items. If it's a small item, we'll fix it quickly. If it's something that needs repairing or replacing, such as washing machine, we can arrange this for you.

Cleaning and Housekeeping

5-star Cleans from our Professional Housekeepers‍. We've work with Airbnb cleaning service providers that are tried and tested with time, to ensure every clean is done thoroughly with guests in mind and are never missed! Cleaners even report back to HQ with photos..

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How to Set Up and Manage Your First Airbnb Property: A Landlord’s Guide

December 16, 20244 min read

Becoming an Airbnb host is an exciting way to earn income and meet travelers worldwide. However, creating a successful listing requires strategic planning and proactive management. Whether you’re renting out a spare room or an entire home, this guide will walk you through the essentials of setting up and managing your first Airbnb property.

Step 1: Preparing Your Property

Before creating your Airbnb listing, your property needs to be guest-ready. Start by ensuring it’s clean, functional, and inviting. Here’s how:

  • Declutter and Deep Clean: A spotless property leaves a lasting impression on guests. Hiring professional cleaners for a deep clean can make a big difference.

  • Invest in Amenities: Stock your property with essentials such as fresh linens, toiletries, a fully equipped kitchen, and reliable Wi-Fi. Add small touches like coffee, tea, or a local guidebook to enhance the guest experience.

  • Safety First: Install smoke detectors, provide a first-aid kit, and ensure all appliances are in working order. This not only protects your guests but also builds trust.

Step 2: Creating an Attention-Grabbing Listing

An excellent Airbnb listing can make or break your success. To stand out, follow these tips:

  • Professional Photography: High-quality photos can increase bookings by up to 20%. Focus on natural lighting and highlight unique features like scenic views or cozy interiors.

  • Compelling Description: Use descriptive language to showcase your property’s best attributes. Mention the number of bedrooms, special amenities, and nearby attractions. Keep it concise yet informative.

  • Competitive Pricing: Research local Airbnb rates to set your price strategically. Consider dynamic pricing tools to adjust rates based on demand and seasonality.

Step 3: Managing Bookings and Communication

Once your listing is live, managing reservations and guest interactions becomes your top priority.

  • Prompt Responses: Reply quickly to inquiries to build trust with potential guests. Utilize Airbnb’s messaging system or automated tools to streamline communication.

  • Flexible Check-Ins: Guests love convenience. Offering a self-check-in option through smart locks or key lockboxes can boost your appeal.

  • Clear House Rules: Avoid misunderstandings by clearly outlining rules regarding pets, noise, or smoking in your listing.

Step 4: Keeping Operations Smooth

Day-to-day management can be demanding, but the right strategies can simplify your workload:

  • Hire Help: Consider using cleaning services or outsourcing property maintenance to keep your property guest-ready at all times.

  • Leverage Technology: Use vacation rental software to automate tasks like sending welcome messages, updating calendars, or adjusting prices.

  • Stay Secure: For remote hosts, smart home devices like cameras (in common areas only!) and smart locks ensure your property stays secure without needing to be on-site.

Step 5: Maximizing Guest Satisfaction

Happy guests lead to glowing reviews, which in turn drive more bookings.

  • Personal Touches: A handwritten welcome note, local snacks, or small gifts can create memorable experiences.

  • Be Proactive: Address issues promptly and maintain open communication throughout the stay.

  • Ask for Reviews: Positive reviews enhance your credibility. After a successful stay, kindly request feedback from guests.

Step 6: Scaling Up

If hosting becomes overwhelming, or you want to expand, consider hiring an Airbnb management company. Experts can handle everything from guest communication to property maintenance, allowing you to focus on growing your business. For professional services, check out this Airbnb management company.

Bonus Tip: Finding the Perfect Property

If you’re starting from scratch, look for properties in desirable locations with high demand for short-term rentals. Tools like Property Deal can help you identify investment opportunities.


Conclusion

Launching your first Airbnb property is an exciting journey, but it requires thoughtful planning and efficient management to thrive. From preparing your property to delighting guests, every detail matters. With the tips in this guide, you’re ready to create a listing that attracts bookings and ensures glowing reviews. If managing becomes too demanding, consider partnering with experts to maximize your Airbnb’s potential.

Happy hosting!


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Kayode Babaleye

Kayode Babaleye is an expert in serviced apartment management, dedicated to helping landlords and investors maximize their rental income while optimizing tax efficiency. By managing properties as serviced apartments, he ensures increased profitability and hassle-free operations.

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WHY HOMEOWNERS CHOOSE REPOSE STAYS

Repose Stays offers a wide range of services. You can be confident that your property is in excellent condition and is being used to its full potential once you begin working with us, as we handle every aspect of maintaining your property as a consistently lucrative business. Without requiring you to spend any of your valuable time, your money will arrive in your bank account on schedule and each month.

EARN AND LEARN

Not only may landlords who work with us potentially boost their cash flow, but they will also learn the procedure and be prepared to handle it on their own if they ever decide to do it

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TIME FREEDOM

More money usually translates into more work, but the truth is that most landlords did not enter the real estate market to take on a second career. We take care of marketing, booking management, cleaning and maintenance staff management, and guest communication, among other things, so you can reclaim your time.

OUR EXPERTISE

Not everyone has the skills necessary to turn their property into a legitimate business. You can take use of our knowledge of how to determine whether there is a market for serviced apartments in your area, how to consistently draw visitors to increase your potential revenue, and how to oversee the entire operation.

LEGISLATIVE BENEFITS

EPC 2025

With over 3 million homes falling short of the new epc standard from 2025 (costing them on average £8000), it's no wonder many landlords are now coming to us to help them get around this by using our serviced accommodation model

Section 21

With the rising inflation and the cost of living increase, landlords can not afford for their tenants to miss payments, and to make matters worse, it is taking an average of 12 months to evict tenants at the moment. We can help you avoid this with our serviced accommodation model

Section 24

Want to save on tax? Even if you're not registered as a limited company?Another reason our landlords are overjoyed with us. Get in touch to see how we can do the same for you.

TAX BENEFITS

Capital Gains Tax Reliefs

The good news about having a SA is you can claim a range of tax reliefs that are usually reserved for traders. These include Entrepreneur’s Relief, Hold Over Relief, Relief for Gifts of Business Assets, Relief for Loans to Traders and Roll Over Relief.

Capital Allowances

As the owner of a Serviced apartment, you are allowed to claim Capital Allowance for items such as equipment, household fixtures and furniture. This means that if you decide to go to town with decorating and furnishing your SA, you will be able to deduct these costs from your pre-tax profits.

Pension Contribution

Any profit that you make from your SA is considered as ‘relevant earnings’ which means you can make tax-advantaged pension contributions.

Council Tax or Business Rates 

Serviced apartments do not pay council tax. As the owner of a SA you should register for business rates, which will be calculated by your local council. In general, these rates will be lower than council tax.

BTL vs SA

Increased profits

Typically, the same property will generate 2/3x more profit for the landlord or investor, opening many more options for them.

No more nonpaying tenants

With a BTL, you have a contract in place that if the tenant breaks, it takes about 12 months to actually evict them. As a Serviced Accommodation provider, you have no tenants but instead you have guests that pay you even before they arrive.

Property in pristine condition at all times

Due to the nature of the business, Serviced Accommodation properties have to be kept in pristine condition at all times, whilst it's difficult to predict what your property will look like at the end of a tenancy, generally, you will be planning for the worst

More control

Our landlords have full control of their property, many of them for the first time in years. With our services, you decide when it's occupied and when you want to keep it available for yourself, whether that is to host family, guests, it doesn't matter what you need it for, the fact is it is in your complete control with the utmost flexibility to use your asset to it's best advantage.

WHERE DO WE LIST YOUR PROPERTY

OUR PARTNERS:

MAKE YOUR FIRST STEP TO ACHIEVING YOUR FINANCIAL GOALS

Lots of landlords are unaware of the potential to increase the income they generate from their properties. So much so that a whole new income strategy has come out of this lack of knowledge, called rent-to-rent.

This is where landlords are offered guaranteed rent for a fixed term, this could be anywhere from 12 - 60 months, the landlord then allows the service provider to sublet the property, which they then turn into serviced apartments. In theory, there are benefits to the landlord, as they no longer have to worry about void periods, management, evictions etc. The difference between what the service provider rents the property from the landlord for, and what they are able to get on the open market, is theirs to keep as profit.

AT REPOSE STAYS, WE BELIEVE THERE IS A BETTER WAY!

We believe it is unfair that so many property investors and landlords are missing out on the opportunity to maximize the investment that they have worked so hard to attain, while others are frequently making more money from their properties than they are as landlords and investors. This is because we have worked with numerous investors and understand the journey and sacrifices that landlords have made to climb the ladder.

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