By Elizabeth Weedon | 11/8/2019A Review of the 2019 Homeowner ForumsAn overview of this fall's annual WeNeedaVacation.com Homeowner Forums including a recap of the 2019 rental season and a look to the 2020 one.Learn More
By Jim Reese | Updated 12/3/2019Vacation Rental Forecast for 2020In depth review of last year's vacation rental season, impact of the lodging tax, and predictions for the 2020 on Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket.Learn More
By Joan Talmadge | 11/7/2019Living with the new lodging taxWith the MA lodging tax here to stay, we have some suggestions about what homeowenrs should and should not do for the upcoming rental season.Learn More
By Joan Talmadge | 10/2/2019Protect yourself from a possible tax increase!if you are not already subject to the highest tax rate (14.45%), be aware that your rate could increase. And protect yourself in case it happens after you have signed leases.Learn More
By Becky Fischer | 9/27/2019The Power of a Vacation Rental Home MakeoverHow a relatively inexpensive home makeover creates a welcoming and comfortable experience for guests and vastly improves the owner's booking results.Learn More
By Elizabeth Weedon | 9/8/2019Pricing and marketing for the 2020 rental seasonDue to the continuing impact of the new lodging tax, our recommendation to Cape and Islands homeowners is that they not raise their weekly rates for the 2020 season.Learn More
By Joan Talmadge | Updated 9/9/2020The Impact of the Lodging Tax on the 2019 Cape and Islands Rental SeasonSo far, Cape and Islands vacation rentals are off this season. We believe it's the new lodging tax that's responsible and not sharks or higher inventory.Learn More
By Joan Talmadge | Updated 12/9/2024MA Short-Term Rental Tax Guide and FAQ'sLearn how to register short term rentals in Massachusetts and handle the collection and payment of rental tax for guests thru masstaxconnect.Learn More
By Elizabeth Weedon | Updated 5/2/2024Pre-Arrival Communication with Your GuestsIt's veryimportant to email your guests just prior to their arrival with directions to your home, reminders of what to bring, your contact info, etc.Learn More