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The business traveler market is growing, and its value is now estimated at over $300 billion in the U.S. alone. This growth has been fueled by the popularity of home rental sites like Airbnb, VRBO, and others. 

Kissimmee is a popular vacation destination because of its proximity to Disney World. Business travelers who come to Orlando for conferences frequently tack on a few extra days to their trip so they can visit the theme parks before heading back home. 

As the business traveler market becomes more competitive, putting the following steps in place ensures that homeowners get the best return from their Kissimmee vacation homes. 

Knowing What Business Travelers Need 

Attracting and satisfying business travelers requires you to consider their…

Having your own Orlando vacation home lets you take advantage of local attractions like Disney World and amenities all year round. 

But home owners are becoming aware of the growing opportunities to leverage their properties by renting them out to luxury travelers.

High-end travelers are moving away from traditional hotel rentals and choosing to spend their time and money on the comfort, privacy, and amenities that vacation homes like yours have to offer. 

Knowing how to market your vacation home to luxury travelers makes it easy to maximize the return on your home investment. 

Make Your Home the Ideal Rental for Luxury Travelers 

You’ll need to make sure that your home is right for the guests you want to attract. Luxury travelers have…

Many of today’s homeowners are getting more out of their investment by renting out their vacation homes in Orlando, FL. Although this provides a significant source of additional income, it can also require you to take on additional responsibilities.

Managing a vacation property takes time, energy, and money. Maintaining your property requires ongoing maintenance and repairs.

Hiring a property manager is the best way to meet the needs of your home and make it profitable over time.Knowing what to ask a vacation property manager ensures that you work with a knowledgeable and experienced professional.

What Services Does the Vacation Property Manager Provide?

You may have already received a price quote from a property manager. But you need to fully…

Home builders have been busy in Central Florida during the second quarter, constructing about 4,000 new houses – many of them vacation homes. The data comes courtesy of housing analysis firm, MetroStudy. Their survey found that the Orlando area had 14 percent year-over-year growth in homes being built, and 28 percent growth in closings. 

The home construction recovery is due in part to Orlando’s tourism industry. Many holiday visitors decide to buy new homes after they’ve spent a lot of time here. These properties are often used as a second home and as an investment property allowing owners to generate rental income from other holiday visitors. 

Osceola County, which is home to Disney World, saw a significant increase in housing starts, thanks…

Canadians who own or lease a home may get to stay in the U.S. longer if a new federal bill becomes law. Under the “Canadian Snowbird Visa Act,” Canadians who meet certain criteria would be allowed to extend their stay an extra two months.  

U.S. Rep. Ted Deutch of Florida, one of the bill’s sponsors, said the bipartisan measure would be good for business because Canadians who visit the Sunshine State add about $4.5 billion annually to Florida’s economy.    

"If our chilly neighbors to the north want to spend more time on our warm Florida beaches, we should welcome them with open arms." Deutch said in an interview for South Florida’s Sun Sentinel newspaper. 

More international visitors come to Florida from Canada than from any other nation,…

Orlando is a popular area for real estate investors who want rental income because it’s one of the top U.S. tourist destinations and the theme park capital of the world, thanks to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, and Sea World. More and more holiday travelers are opting to rent vacation homes instead of staying in hotels because they are less expensive, and you often get just as good, if not better, amenities. 

The area is a popular draw for investors from overseas, especially the U.K. But buying a property from such a great distance can be challenging, especially if you’re attempting to do it on your own. If you make a decision solely on price, for instance, you may find yourself in big trouble. Orlando has many excellent areas for rentals and…

Homeowners at the Grove Resort & Spa near Walt Disney World® will soon have a new amenity to entice rental guests. The resort recently broke ground on their new Surfari Water Park, which is scheduled to open early in 2018. 

“The water park is the centerpiece of the amenities at the Grove,” said Project Director Kevin Mays, “giving families the opportunity to play and escape while never leaving the resort.” When fully operational, the water park will feature a dual rider surf simulator, an interactive water structure with multiple 2-story water slides and a winding lazy river. 

The park will complement a variety of facilities already open at the resort in an area known as the Springs, which includes three swimming pools, a water play section and…

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More and more tourists who come to Orlando to visit the theme parks and other attractions are skipping hotels and buying or renting vacation homes. If you live near Disney World or Universal, and are thinking about selling your home, this may be the perfect time to make your move. 

New research from the University of Central Florida’s Rosen College of Hospitality Management shows buyers are willing to pay an average of $269,000 for a vacation home in the attractions area. That’s because the Kissimmee/Osceola County area provides buyers with value, a desired lifestyle and safety. 

Dr. Robertico Croes, a professor at Rosen College, expects this summer to be especially appealing thanks to the Orlando-area’s hot economy, and the opening of “Pandora…

Many home buyers hear the term HOA (Homeowners Association) and cringe. That's because the media has often portrayed HOAs as the "bad guy" because of their fees and efforts to "police" the neighborhood. But when you buy a home in an Orlando neighborhood that is covered by an HOA, your property could actually benefit in several ways. Here are a few reasons why. 

What is an HOA? 

A homeowners association is a private group formed by a community’s real estate developer to manage and keep the peace in the neighborhood. The members of the HOA live in the community, so they have a vested interest in maintaining a high quality of life for the homeowners and its tenants. 

An HOA collects monthly or annual fees from the homeowners to cover services and…

Screening potential rental guests for your Orlando vacation home is a must in order to minimize the chances that someone will damage your property. If you list your home on one of the popular vacation rental websites like Airbnb, HomeAway, and VRBO, traveler reviews can help with the screening process. 

What to Look for in a Traveler Review 

A traveler review allows you to assess your potential guest based on other experienced owners’ information. When someone expresses interest in your Orlando home, you can view that person’s profile on the website and see their star rating. 

If you see that a potential guest has a number of 5-star reviews across the board, you can feel good about accepting their reservation without having to conduct a lengthy…