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June 28, 2022 9:00 am Tuesday

Independent hotels, boutique hotels, and small hotels sometimes have to work harder than larger hotel chains to get people throug Read More...

June 23, 2022 9:00 am Thursday

Small hotels can be difficult to manage at times. They do not have as many resources as larger chain hotels and sometimes have to Read More...

June 21, 2022 9:00 am

If you have spent your time building up a small hotel from nothing, you are probably already very well aware of the challenges on Read More...

June 16, 2022 9:00 am thursday

Successful property managers exhibit several key characteristics and adopt many good habits. Today we will explore how to become Read More...

June 14, 2022 9:00 am tuesday

With summer now in full swing, you are faced with another set of challenges as the property manager for an apartment community. Y Read More...

June 09, 2022 9:00 am thursday

Looking to increase occupancy in your apartment community? Maybe you have ideas in mind, but you are unsure how to implement them Read More...

June 07, 2022 9:00 am tuesday

As a property manager, there are several responsibilities on your plate. Resident screening is just one of many. When filling vac Read More...

June 02, 2022 9:00 am thur

As we move into the future of the hospitality industry, we are seeing a rise in technology and a different way of doing things. W Read More...

May 31, 2022 tuesday 9:00 am

Finding effective ways to connect with guests and making bookings easier are just two ways you can keep them coming back Read More...

May 26, 2022 thursday 9:00 am

Domestic travel is stronger than ever, and with summer just around the corner, we thought it was important to look at a few trave Read More...

MAy 24, 2022 tuesday 9:00 am

Are you a small hotel looking to improve occupancy and get more people to visit? Here are a few great ways to attract remote work Read More...

May 19, 2022 9:00 am

As a property manager, you may find the notion of renting a space quickly favorable because it means you are putting money in the Read More...

May 17, 2022 Tuesday 9:00 am

When you work in the industry of multifamily leasing, you know how important the customer service experience is when it comes to Read More...

May 12, 2022 thur 9:00 am

When you work in the industry of multifamily leasing, you know how important the customer service experience is when it comes to Read More...

May 10, 2022 tuesday 9:00 am

Did you know that as a property manager, you are actually not renting out spaces in your community? In actuality, you are renting Read More...

May 05, 2022 9:00 am thursday

There is nothing more convincing than the testimonies of people who have actually experienced the best things about your apartmen Read More...

May 03, 2022 9L

Many different personalities will make up a community, and not all of these will be easy. Training your team to be able to handle Read More...

April 28, 2022 9:00 am Thursday

A personalized guest experience is a major want for many travelers today. Whether traveling for business or leisure, they want to Read More...

April 26, 2022 9:00 am

When you manage a small hotel, you want to take advantage of any tool and resource to market your hotel and improve occupancy rat Read More...

April 21, 2022 9:00 am Tuesday

Since the start of the pandemic, the hospitality industry has definitely gone through a few changes. Cutbacks and layoffs were co Read More...

April 19, 2022 9:00 am

For more effective management, you should provide team members with a recap of the day at the beginning and end of each day. This Read More...

April 14, 2022 9:00 am Thursday

How often do you thank your residents for choosing to live in your community? This kind of resident appreciation is lost on many Read More...

April 12, 2022, 9:00 am Tuesday

Your team is a big deal in your community. They help to create the community feel, they keep things running smoothly, and you wan Read More...

April 07, 2022 9:00 am Thursday

For a boutique hotel, your lobby is your guests’ first impression. The minute they walk through your doors to check in, it’s Read More...

April 05, 2022, 9:00 am

Property managers already have an endless list of tasks and responsibilities each day. So, it is no surprise that property manage Read More...

March 31, 2022, 9:00 am

Several jobs are available in the hospitality industry, from smaller hotels to larger and more popular resorts. Each job offers g Read More...

March 29, 2022, 9:00 am

Boutique hotels have become popular places for people to stay while they travel. You can find a good boutique hotel on a budget w Read More...

March 24, 2022, 9:00 am

If one thing is for certain, it’s that people love their pets. The global pet industry is valued at almost $180 billion as of 2 Read More...

March 22, 2022, 9:00 am

Boutique hotels rely heavily on their photography to sell their vacancies in a digital world. Afterall, not only do they have to Read More...

March 17, 2022, 9:00 am

Communities never close. Your community is a neighborhood that runs 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, but you can’t be expected Read More...

March 15, 2022 9:00 am

The best community management teams are diverse; varied in age, skills, and ideas, and at the head of that team is a leader who k Read More...

March 10, 2022 9:00 am Thursday

Social media is an ever growing and ever evolving thing. For boutique hoteliers, marketing on social media is a powerful tool as Read More...

March 08, 2022 Tuesday 9:00 am

While it may feel as though spring is far away, the reality is that it’ll be here before you know it. At OccupancySolutions.com Read More...

April 07, 2022, 9:00 am

Many people are choosing to rent over purchasing a home. For this reason, property managers everywhere need to find new ways to s Read More...

March 01, 2022 9:00 am Tuesday

Boutique hotels are expected to be unique, both in appearance and the experience it offers. However, it can be challenging to thi Read More...

February 24, 2022 9:00 am

One of the biggest challenges you can face as a landlord is managing an apartment with a nasty reputation. But no matter how poor Read More...

February 22,2022 9:00 am Tuesday

Your community management team is a big part of your brand, your voice, and the overall community feel you create. High rates of Read More...

February 17, 2022 9am Thursday

One of the best ways to market a boutique hotel is to let your guests do it for you. Review platforms like TripAdvisor and Google Read More...

Tuesday, February 15, 2022 9:00 am

Contrary to popular belief, branding is not limited to fashion items only. Even apartments need a community brand to distinguish Read More...

February 10, 2022 9:00 am

A diverse staff is the way to go when it comes to community management. With diversity in your staff, you’re better able to con Read More...

February 08, 2022 9:00 am

Humans are hard-wired to connect with human voices. Whether those voices come from actual humans or not, it doesn’t matter, as Read More...

February 03, 2022 9:00 AM

Effective staging can really make a difference when it comes to setting your residences apart from the competition and allowing v Read More...

March 03, 2022 9:00 am Thursday

Social media is one of the easiest and most effective marketing platforms for almost anything. As a boutique hotel owner, you sho Read More...

February 01, 2022 9:00 am

If you are looking for lucrative ways to boost your community's marketing efforts and achieve more signed leases, then you want t Read More...

January 27, 2022 9:00 am

The demand for short-term rental opportunities increases as vacationers and digital nomads seek places to stay as they travel and Read More...

January 25, 2022, 9:00 am

Boutique hotels and small hotels often have to come up with new and engaging ideas to set them apart from the competition and sho Read More...

January 20, 2022 9:00 am

One of the hardest-hit industries during the pandemic is the hospitality industry. Traveling had been limited, hotels sat vacant, Read More...

January 18, 2022 9:00 am

Looking for new and improved ways to impress your small hotel guests? Well, you have come to the right place. Here are a few cust Read More...

January 13, 2022 9:00 am

As we move into a new year, it is time to increase interest in the communities we manage. Even as we continue through the winter Read More...

January 11, 2022 9:00 am

Managing and marketing a small hotel can prove to be challenging at times, especially when you find yourself competing with large Read More...

January 06, 2022, 9:00 am Thursday

Cancellation rates in the hospitality industry can be devastating and can affect the hotel's bottom line. For this reason, we nee Read More...

January 04, 2021, Tuesday

When you hear about sustainable travel, you probably also hear mention of slow travel. Slow travel is basically centered on mit Read More...

December 30, 2021. 9:00 am Thursday

If you are looking for effective ways to improve your small hotel operations and increase revenue and sales, then you have come t Read More...

December 28, 2021 9:00 am Tuesday

Managing a small hotel is rewarding, but it is definitely not without its own set of challenges. A lot needs to be done to ensure Read More...

December 23, 2021 9:00 am , thursday

To retain high-quality residents, you may want to consider the value of amenities as well as themed events for your apartment com Read More...

December 21, 2021, 9:00 am Tuesday

With winter here, we find that the days are much shorter, and the cooler air is beginning to creep in. When this happens, you nee Read More...

December 16, 2021 9:00 am thursday

If your rental community is located in a college town or a bigger city near a college campus, you may be prime real estate for th Read More...

Dec 14, 2021 9:00 am tuesday

As a property manager for a community, you want to fill vacancies with the best residents possible. You don't want to have to evi Read More...

December 09, 2021 9:00 am

We have all heard the term, and many of us already work in the hospitality industry and know firsthand the value of a boutique ho Read More...

December 07, 9:00 am

When you work in the hospitality industry, many facets must be considered during everyday operations to ensure a more successful Read More...

December 02, 9:00 am Thursday

Gen Z is now starting to come of age and looking to move into a home of their own. Soon they will make up the largest share of re Read More...

November 30, 9:00 am Tuesday

Referral marketing is a type of marketing where you offer incentives to people for referrals. This is a great strategy because it Read More...

November 25, 9:00 am thursday

Boutique hotels are gaining popularity as travelers are looking for unique experiences. Travelers especially love boutique hotels Read More...

November 23, 9:00 am Tuesday

A great way to build clientele and attract business to your hotel is by hosting conferences. Conferences can include business mee Read More...

November 18, 9:00 am Thursday

If you run a small boutique hotel, you are probably already aware that proper marketing and advertising strategies can maximize v Read More...

November 16, 9:00 am tuesday

We have all heard how failed cybersecurity can affect a business. Well, the same is also true for small hotels. Today we will loo Read More...

November 11, 9:00 am thursday

Property managers need to keep up with everything, which means following all leads, whether in person or online. To do this, you Read More...

November 09, 9:00am Tuesday

Property managers have many responsibilities, and one of the biggest is learning how to properly market yourself and the company. Read More...

November 04, 2021 Thursday 9:00 am

The impact of having content online, whether on websites or social media platforms, should not be underestimated. First, everyone Read More...

November 02, 2021, tuesday 9:00 am

Property management is a fulfilling but demanding task and even property managers need a break after a busy day. We know how temp Read More...

October 28, 2021 Thursday 9:00 am

Small hotels are often computing with big luxury hotels in the area where services, food, and rooms are thought to be better. Wel Read More...

Posted: 10/26/2021

One of the things small hotels are aiming for is to make the space cozy and inviting, just like how it feels to be in your home. Read More...

October 21, 2021, Thursday 9:00 am

Negative reviews are not something we all want for our small hotel. However, we need to change the way we think about them. Negat Read More...

October 19, 2021, Tuesday 9:00 am

Small and boutique hotels have become more popular over the last couple of years, but that doesn't mean that we should stop findi Read More...

October 14, 2021 thursday, 9 am

Are you experiencing lower than standard occupancy rates in your community? If you are and you have looked at other aspects as a Read More...

Oct 12, 2021 Tuesday 9:00 am

Not all communities have a great track record when it comes to the property management side of things. However, this doesn't nece Read More...

October 07, 2021, 9:00 am

Who else can put in a good word for your property if not those who have experienced it for themselves? In many cases, satisfied r Read More...

October 05, 2021, 9:00 am

As property owners, one of the things we really want to avoid is receiving complaints and reports. Besides problems with plumbing Read More...

September 30, 2021, 9:00 am

Doing property maintenance is part of managing a property. However, there are different ways to do this. Property owners have the Read More...

September 28, 2021, 9:00 am

The first thing that makes boutique hotels special is that they make people feel special. Boutique hotels are not the usual types Read More...

September 23, 2021, 9:00 am

Like other businesses, the hospitality industry is also embracing new technology to modernize its amenities and offer a better ex Read More...

September 21, 2021, 9:00 am

Managing a small hotel definitely has its advantages as you can offer a more personalized experience to each guest that walks thr Read More...

September 16, 2021, 9:00 am

Property managers are responsible for many things regarding the management and safety of the communities they serve. So, as a pro Read More...

September 14, 2021 9:00 am

As a property manager, you have many tasks to accomplish. One such task is finding an effective way to communicate with residents Read More...

September 09, 2021 9:00 AM

Boutique hotels are becoming more popular as more tourists and visitors are on the hunt for more personalized experiences when th Read More...

September 07, 2021 9:00am

Many people take to the internet when it is time to find a new place to live. When this happens, they land on a website, fill out Read More...

September 01, 2021 9:00 am

Are you a beginner property manager looking for tips to better market your community? If so, you have come to the right place. To Read More...

August 31, 2021, 9:00 am

Coming out of an unprecedented year, boutique hotels in 2021 are wondering where to go next when it comes to enticing their audie Read More...

August 26, 2021, 9:00 am

When it comes down to boutique hotels vs chain hotels, you will find some significant differences between the two. These differen Read More...

August 24,2021, 9;00 pm

As a property manager, you already know the importance of filling vacancies, but have you ever thought to consider how advantageo Read More...

August 19, 2021, 9:00 am

Loyal residents are an important part of a happy and thriving community. Building organic loyalty can take time, but it’s an ef Read More...

August 17, 2021 9:00 am

With larger hotel chains and vacation rental sites, it can be hard for a smaller boutique hotel to stand out while trying to find Read More...

August 12, 2021, 9:00 am

In a recent survey, it was found that as many as 87% of travelers want to travel more sustainably if possible. For boutique hotel Read More...

August 10, 2021, 9:00 am

Community events are a highly effective way to increase engagement around your community. At OccupancySolutions.com we want to su Read More...

August 05, 2021 9:00 am

Billions of people in the world are actively consuming various social media and this fact alone makes it an ideal platform for ad Read More...

Aug 03, 2021 9:00 am

When guests are traveling, they want an exciting new experience but they also want to feel at home. How boutique hoteliers commun Read More...

July 29, 9:00 am

One of the big benefits of social media for community management teams is the opportunity for engagement. Community management te Read More...

July 27, 2021 9 AM

If you’re looking to attract younger generations to your community, the same old newspaper ads and outdated website might not d Read More...

JUly 22, 2021 9 AM

A whopping 70% of travelers research their travel using their smartphones, and 83% of American adults say they prefer to do all o Read More...

July 20, 2021, 9 AM

Boutique hotels offer a certain personalized charm that you can’t really get anywhere else, and this is a highly enticing exper Read More...