Vacasa's ongoing partnership delivers success for Destin homeowners

Entering the short-term rental market, homeowners don’t always begin from scratch. Some circumstances include established relationships or existing knowledge, allowing investors like Ed K. to start their vacation rental journey profitably, seemingly as soon as the ink dries on the closing paperwork.

"The previous owners were with Vacasa, so the team knew the property well. I think I found my Sandpiper Cove condo in April. We closed in May, and Vacasa already booked out that summer," said Ed.

Ed's story demonstrates the possibilities of one entrepreneur purchasing an investment property with an established local team. As he sees it, this offers investors like him the opportunity to create a profitable relationship, and leave the grit and grind to the folks at Vacasa.

Why Ed stayed (and continues to stay) with Vacasa

Ed remained open-minded about the vacation rental management company that would manage his condo at the classic Destin resort of Sandpiper Cove. And while the engagement came with the sale, he explained that he maintained the partnership thanks to Vacasa's ability to deliver exceptional results in the following areas:

• Having a local vacation property management team who understands the Destin market and supports his investment by partnering from the start to make it profitable.
• Having a helpful and proactive team there to answer questions and address concerns immediately—even if he's living out of state.
• Access to industry insiders offering marketing advice and revenue management tactics that increase bookings and elevate the guest experience.
• Receiving financial transparency and property control through Vacasa's homeowner app.

"We're in Sandpiper Cove in Destin, Florida. We bought and closed in May of 2019. It's been a great little property that rents out very well. It's been a great investment, and it's gone up in value since we bought it—it pays for itself," said Ed.

When asked where Ed attributes his success, he points to Vacasa by sharing a story of comparing his bookings with a neighbor at Sandpiper Cove.

"I talked to someone by the pool renting their unit through a different company. They asked me, 'How are you doing this summer?' I replied, 'I'm booked for most of the summer.' And they were shocked. So, I returned the question by asking, 'How are you guys during July?' He said, 'We don't have anybody on the books for August and hardly anybody for July.'"

"My unit pays for itself,” Ed said, “and Vacasa's a big part of its success because they keep it rented. It even does well in the off-season."

Local support and elevated expertise foster continued success

Ed wholeheartedly recommends Vacasa based on his overall positive experience. In addition to his financial successes, he elaborates that his victories surfaced from a mixture of Vacasa's effective marketing tactics, revenue management strategies, and proactive local support.

"Having a local contact is huge for me. Vacasa does a great job of caring for my condo," said Ed. "I have a guy who handles pretty much everything for me—it's wonderful."

Ed's success story with Vacasa showcases the value of a reliable vacation rental management service focused on building long-lasting relationships with its owners. From the unique features of his property to the consistent efforts of Vacasa, this partnership has resulted in a thriving vacation rental in the picturesque destination of Destin, Florida. "I even told my neighbors renting their units to call Vacasa," Ed concluded.