Airbnb is one of the hottest ways to make some extra money, especially when you have some space you can spare. A lot of homeowners jump into this bandwagon. But not everyone who does is ready. That’s why there are a lot of common mistakes airbnb hosts make. If you’re planning on using Airbnb to … Read more
Famed for its epic terrain, Whistler is the go-to ski destination in North America. It’s one of those bucket-list places that you’ll want to visit again after experiencing all it has to offer. With Whistler Blackcomb being the largest ski resort in North America, and consistently ranking as number one, it attracts millions of visitors … Read more
Thanks to the rise in visitations, housing has become a major business in this part of British Columbia. Short term rentals like Airbnb have been on the rise. That’s why the government created some short term rental rules in Whistler to regulate the industry. These rules are designed to protect everyone involved in the business. … Read more
In 2018, a new law on taxing short-term rentals came into effect in British Columbia and has had serious impacts on businesses like Airbnb. This blog post is dedicated to answering the most commonly asked questions about paying taxes for these kinds of rental accommodation services – particularly ones located in BC. Understanding the Impact of Short-term … Read more
Many people across the world are intrigued by the idea of starting their own Airbnb business. After all, when it comes to side-hustles, renting out a part of your house to passing vacationers is probably among the easiest and simplest business there is. And with an international network, the potential for some serious income is … Read more
If you own a vacation rental property in Whistler, you have no doubt noticed that the costs of ownership have been steadily rising throughout the last number of years. As an owner, these additional expenses eat into your revenues and can hinder your ability to maintain your investment over the long term. So how do … Read more
The goal of every rental property owner is to increase their rental property income. As you know, rental fees and real estate value may depend on the housing market trend of an area. But, there are things you can do to maximize the income of your property. These tips won’t cost you too much but … Read more
Airbnb continues to be a great platform to turn available space into a profitable business. For people with extra rooms in popular cities or vacation homeowners looking to monetize their property when it’s not in use, there is something for every kind of traveller. In the early days of Airbnb, the target market tended to … Read more
When Whistler was first developed into a destination ski resort in the late 1960s, it was only the very beginning of what was to come. Most visitors back then arrived to explore new skiing opportunities and were content to make do with whatever amenities were available for them when they got there. In the years … Read more
Both Whistler and Banff are world-class skiing destinations. People come from every part of the globe to both of these western Canadian ski-towns to find hills and powder that doesn’t exist anywhere else. So, how do you decide which one is better for you? Before we delve into the comparisons between these two snow-sport hotspots, … Read more