Vacation Rental Resolutions

Gerry MacPherson
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Welcome to the Vacation Rental Resolutions Podcast—where every rental has a story and every owner can be a star! Diving in weekly, we’ll explore the bustling bazaars of the vacation rental realm. Ever wrestled with last-minute cancellations? Grappled with a wayward jacuzzi? Or played hide and seek with that one key? We’ve got you covered! From majestic mountain lodges to serene seaside sanctuaries, we're on a mission to navigate the nuances, crack the conundrums, and celebrate the successes that come with turning your slice of paradise into a guest’s dream stay. Blend together a cocktail of expert insights, uproarious anecdotes, and creative solutions, and voilà—you have the Vacation Rental Resolutions Podcast! A space that’s as refreshing as that first holiday drink and as enlightening as a sunrise over your favorite rental view. We also value your time, so each episode will be concise, straight to the answers without all the fluff. So, whether you’re tuning in from the coziness of your cabin or the luxury of your loft, prepare to be entertained, educated, and absolutely enthralled. This is the Vacation Rental Resolutions Podcast. Buckle up, folks—it’s time to unlock the vacation rental magic and make your property the destination of choice! Stay with us, and let's make every staycation a sensation!

  1. 5d ago

    How to Understand Vacation Rental Seasonality Without Overcomplicating It-131

    Why Do Vacation Rental Bookings Suddenly Slow Down?  What if the problem isn't your pricing?  What if it isn't your listing?  What if it's simply seasonality?  In this week's episode of Vacation Rental Resolutions, Gerry MacPherson explains how vacation rental seasonality really works and why understanding demand cycles can remove stress, improve decision-making, and help you stop second-guessing your business.  If you're a vacation rental owner, Airbnb host, short-term rental operator, or aspiring host who has ever worried about slow bookings, empty nights, or unpredictable occupancy, this episode is for you.  You'll learn:  • What seasonality actually means  • The difference between peak, shoulder, and low seasons  • Why occupancy can be misleading  • How to avoid panic pricing  • A simple framework for making better monthly decisions  Gerry MacPherson knows hospitality ownership is not always glamorous.  Years ago, he helped operate a small hotel in Halifax, Nova Scotia, where he experienced first-hand the pressure, unpredictability, and daily chaos that many hospitality properties still face today.  Since then, Gerry has spent decades working in hospitality and tourism, visiting properties around the world and learning what truly makes independent accommodation businesses succeed.  Today, through Vacation Rental Resolutions, he helps vacation rental owners create calmer operations, stronger guest experiences, better profitability, and less stress through practical systems and honest hospitality conversations.  New episodes are released weekly.  Free Download  📥 The 7-Day Vacation Rental Jumpstart  https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/the-7-day-vacation-rental-jumpstart-pdf-download  Explore More Tools  🌐 https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/  Connect  👥 Facebook Group  https://www.facebook.com/groups/vacationrentalresolutions  💼 LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerrymacpherson/  📸 Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/vacationrentalresolutions/  Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode.

    How to Understand Vacation Rental Seasonality Without Overcomplicating It-131

  2. Jul 7

    How to Set a Simple Vacation Rental Pricing Structure That Actually Works-130

    How to Set Vacation Rental Prices Without Guessing or Losing Bookings  "Are you charging too much, too little, or simply guessing?"  Pricing is one of the biggest sources of stress for vacation rental owners. Many hosts spend hours adjusting rates, watching competitors, and second-guessing every booking.  In this episode, Gerry MacPherson shares a simple pricing framework that helps vacation rental owners stop guessing and start making confident decisions.  You'll learn:  • How to calculate your minimum profitable rate  • Why most hosts overcomplicate pricing  • The simple three-rate framework  • How to avoid the discount trap  • How to improve occupancy without sacrificing profits  This episode is perfect for vacation rental owners, Airbnb hosts, short-term rental operators, and anyone looking to improve pricing confidence.  Gerry MacPherson knows hospitality ownership isn't always glamorous.  Years ago, he helped operate a small hotel in Halifax, Nova Scotia, where he experienced first-hand the pressure, unpredictability, and daily chaos that many hospitality property owners still face today.  Since then, Gerry has spent decades working in hospitality and tourism, visiting properties across the world and learning what truly makes independent hospitality businesses succeed.  Today, through Vacation Rental Resolutions, he helps vacation rental owners create calmer operations, stronger guest experiences, improved profitability, and less stress through practical systems and honest hospitality conversations.  New episodes are released every week.  Free Resource  📘 Download The 7-Day Vacation Rental Jumpstart  https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/the-7-day-vacation-rental-jumpstart-pdf-download  Website  https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/  Connect  Facebook Group  https://www.facebook.com/groups/vacationrentalresolutions  LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerrymacpherson/  Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/vacationrentalresolutions/  Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode.

    How to Set a Simple Vacation Rental Pricing Structure That Actually Works-130

  3. Jun 30

    How to Stop Empty Nights and Last-Minute Bookings in Your Vacation Rental-129

    Why Your Vacation Rental Calendar Feels So Unpredictable  Why do empty nights suddenly turn into last-minute booking chaos?  In this episode of the Vacation Rental Resolutions podcast, Gerry MacPherson explains why many Airbnb and vacation rental owners feel trapped between inconsistent occupancy and stressful last-minute reservations.  You’ll learn: • Why guests delay booking decisions • How panic pricing damages your calendar • What your booking gaps are actually telling you • How to create steadier, calmer occupancy • One simple shift that reduces stress fast  This episode is perfect for vacation rental owners, Airbnb hosts, and short-term rental operators who feel overwhelmed by unpredictable bookings.  Gerry MacPherson knows hospitality ownership is not always glamorous.  Years ago, he helped operate a small hotel in Halifax, Nova Scotia, where he experienced first-hand the pressure, unpredictability, and daily chaos that many hospitality property owners still face today.  Since then, Gerry has spent decades working in hospitality and tourism, visiting properties around the world and learning what truly makes independent hospitality businesses succeed.  Today, through Vacation Rental Resolutions, he helps vacation rental owners create calmer operations, stronger guest experiences, more direct bookings, and less stress through practical systems and honest hospitality conversations.  🎧 New episodes released weekly.  📥 FREE DOWNLOAD  The 7-Day Vacation Rental Jumpstart https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/the-7-day-vacation-rental-jumpstart-pdf-download  🌐 Visit Vacation Rental Resolutions https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/  📱 SOCIAL LINKS  Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/vacationrentalresolutions  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerrymacpherson/  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vacationrentalresolutions/

    How to Stop Empty Nights and Last-Minute Bookings in Your Vacation Rental-129

  4. Jun 23

    How guessing your vacation rental pricing is costing you bookings (and what to do instead)-128

    Are your Airbnb prices hurting your bookings without you realising it?  In this episode of Vacation Rental Resolutions, Gerry MacPherson explains why guessing your vacation rental pricing creates stress, confusion, and hidden revenue loss for many hosts.  You’ll learn why constant price changes backfire, why empty nights are not always bad, and how one small shift can help you stop reacting emotionally to your calendar.  This episode is perfect for vacation rental owners, Airbnb hosts, and short-term rental operators who feel overwhelmed trying to “get pricing right.”  Expect practical hospitality advice, calm conversations, and real-world lessons you can apply immediately.  Gerry MacPherson knows hotel ownership is not always glamorous. Years ago, he helped operate a small hotel in Halifax, Nova Scotia, where he experienced first-hand the pressure, unpredictability, and daily chaos many hospitality properties still face today.  Since then, Gerry has spent decades working in hospitality and tourism, visiting properties across the world and learning what truly makes independent hospitality businesses succeed.  Today, through Vacation Rental Resolutions, he helps owners create calmer operations, stronger guest experiences, better bookings, and less stress through practical systems and honest hospitality conversations.  🎧 New episodes released weekly.  📘 Download: The 7-Day Vacation Rental Jumpstart https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/the-7-day-vacation-rental-jumpstart-pdf-download  🌐 Website https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/  📘 Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/vacationrentalresolutions  💼 Gerry MacPherson LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerrymacpherson/  📸 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vacationrentalresolutions/  Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode.

    How guessing your vacation rental pricing is costing you bookings (and what to do instead)-128

  5. Jun 16

    Why Your Vacation Rental Feels Busier But Less Profitable-127

    The Financial Warning Signs Vacation Rental Owners Ignore Until It's Too Late | Jonathan Cooper Interview  Full Podcast Description  Are financial warning signs quietly building inside your vacation rental business?  Many vacation rental owners assume financial trouble arrives suddenly. In reality, it often develops through small decisions, rising costs, cash flow pressure, tax obligations, and delayed action that gradually erode profitability.  In this episode of Vacation Rental Resolutions, Gerry MacPherson sits down with Jonathan Cooper, founder of Directors Helpline, to discuss the warning signs property owners should never ignore and what practical steps can be taken before problems become a crisis.  You'll learn:  ✔ Why cash flow problems rarely happen overnight  ✔ The biggest mistakes owners make when facing financial pressure  ✔ How to identify early warning signs before they become serious  ✔ Why many owners avoid asking for help  ✔ The three numbers every business owner should track  ✔ How the right accountant can transform your business  ✔ Why reaching out early creates more options  Whether you own one vacation rental or manage multiple properties, this conversation will help you build a stronger, more resilient business.  About Your Host  Gerry MacPherson knows hospitality ownership is not always glamorous.  Years ago, he helped operate a small hotel in Halifax, Nova Scotia, where he experienced first-hand the pressure, unpredictability, and daily chaos that many hospitality property owners still face today.  Since then, Gerry has spent decades working in hospitality and tourism, visiting properties around the world and learning what truly makes independent hospitality businesses succeed.  Today, through Vacation Rental Resolutions, he helps vacation rental owners create calmer operations, stronger guest experiences, more direct bookings, higher profits, and less stress through practical systems and honest hospitality conversations.  Resources Mentioned  📌 The 7-Day Vacation Rental Jumpstart  https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/the-7-day-vacation-rental-jumpstart-pdf-download  📌 Vacation Rental Resolutions Toolkits  https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/  Connect With Gerry  🌐 Website  https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/  🎙 Podcast  https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/podcast  📘 Facebook Group  https://www.facebook.com/groups/vacationrentalresolutions  💼 LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerrymacpherson/  📸 Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/vacationrentalresolutions/  New episodes released every week.  Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode that can help you run a calmer, smarter, more profitable vacation rental business.

    Why Your Vacation Rental Feels Busier But Less Profitable-127

  6. Jun 9

    How to Stop Being your Vacation Rental Bottleneck-126

    Does your vacation rental business stop moving the second you step away?  In this episode of Vacation Rental Resolutions, Gerry MacPherson explains why so many Airbnb and vacation rental owners become the bottleneck in their own business and how simple systems can change everything.  You’ll learn how to reduce operational stress, create better SOPs, automate repetitive tasks, and build calmer day-to-day operations without sacrificing guest experience.  This episode is ideal for vacation rental owners, Airbnb hosts, and short-term rental operators who feel overwhelmed doing everything themselves.  Expect practical hospitality advice, real-world stories, operational lessons, and simple systems you can apply immediately.  Gerry MacPherson knows hotel ownership is not always glamorous.  Years ago, he helped operate a small hotel in Halifax, Nova Scotia, where he experienced first-hand the pressure, unpredictability, and daily chaos that many hospitality properties still face today.  Since then, Gerry has spent decades working in hospitality and tourism, visiting properties across the world and learning what truly makes independent hotels succeed.  Today, through Beds, Breakfast & Business, he helps B&B owners create calmer operations, stronger guest experiences, more direct bookings, and less stress through practical systems and honest hospitality conversations.  🎧 New episodes released weekly.  📘 Download: The 7-Day Vacation Rental Jumpstart https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/the-7-day-vacation-rental-jumpstart-pdf-download  🌐 Website & Toolkits https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/  📘 Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/vacationrentalresolutions  💼 Gerry MacPherson LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerrymacpherson/  📸 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vacationrentalresolutions/  Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode.

    How to Stop Being your Vacation Rental Bottleneck-126

  7. Jun 2

    How to Build Vacation Rental Systems in Your First 30 Days-125

    Your First 30 Days of Real Vacation Rental Systems  Still feel like your vacation rental only works because you are constantly checking messages, solving problems, and reacting all day?  This episode helps you change that.  Learn how to build simple vacation rental systems that reduce stress, automate guest communication, improve turnovers, and create calmer operations in just 30 days.  Perfect for Airbnb hosts, short-term rental owners, and hospitality entrepreneurs who want more control without losing the personal touch.  Inside this episode: • The biggest system mistakes hosts make • Why manual hosting causes burnout • The first systems to build • Simple Airbnb automation ideas • A realistic 30-day setup plan  About Gerry MacPherson  Gerry MacPherson knows hotel ownership is not always glamorous.  Years ago, he helped operate a small hotel in Halifax, Nova Scotia, where he experienced first-hand the pressure, unpredictability, and daily chaos that many hospitality properties still face today.  Since then, Gerry has spent decades working in hospitality and tourism, visiting properties across the world and learning what truly makes independent hotels succeed.  Today, through Vacation Rental Resolutions, he helps vacation rental owners create calmer operations, stronger guest experiences, more direct bookings, and less stress through practical systems and honest hospitality conversations.  New episodes released weekly.  RESOURCES  📘 Download FREE: The 7-Day Vacation Rental Jumpstart https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/the-7-day-vacation-rental-jumpstart-pdf-download  🌐 Visit Vacation Rental Resolutions: https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/  🎓 Explore the Course: https://courses.keystonehospitalitydevelopment.com/course/mastering-vacation-rentals-build-manage-and-grow-a-profitable-business-full-course/  CONNECT  Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/vacationrentalresolutions  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerrymacpherson/  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vacationrentalresolutions/  🎙 Make sure to subscribe.

    How to Build Vacation Rental Systems in Your First 30 Days-125

  8. May 26

    How to Build a Vacation Rental Weekly Schedule So You Stop Winging It-124

    The Weekly Rhythm Every Vacation Rental Owner Needs  Does your vacation rental week feel reactive, messy, and exhausting?  In this episode of the Vacation Rental Resolutions podcast, Gerry MacPherson shares a simple weekly rhythm that helps owner-operators reduce stress, improve operations, and finally stop winging it.  You’ll learn: • How to structure your week • What tasks to do daily vs weekly • Why batching tasks matters • How to stop reacting to every notification  This episode is perfect for vacation rental owners, Airbnb hosts, and short-term rental operators who want more clarity and less chaos.  Gerry MacPherson knows hospitality ownership is not always glamorous.  Years ago, he helped operate a small hotel in Halifax, Nova Scotia, where he experienced first-hand the pressure, unpredictability, and daily chaos that many hospitality property owners still face today.  Since then, Gerry has spent decades working in hospitality and tourism, visiting properties around the world and learning what truly makes independent hospitality businesses succeed.  Today, through Vacation Rental Resolutions, he helps owners create calmer operations, stronger guest experiences, more direct bookings, and less stress through practical systems and honest hospitality conversations.  🎙 New episodes released weekly.  📥 Download The 7-Day Vacation Rental Jumpstart https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/the-7-day-vacation-rental-jumpstart-pdf-download  🌐 Visit Vacation Rental Resolutions https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/  📘 Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/vacationrentalresolutions  💼 Gerry MacPherson LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerrymacpherson/  📸 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vacationrentalresolutions/  Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode.

    How to Build a Vacation Rental Weekly Schedule So You Stop Winging It-124
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Welcome to the Vacation Rental Resolutions Podcast—where every rental has a story and every owner can be a star! Diving in weekly, we’ll explore the bustling bazaars of the vacation rental realm. Ever wrestled with last-minute cancellations? Grappled with a wayward jacuzzi? Or played hide and seek with that one key? We’ve got you covered! From majestic mountain lodges to serene seaside sanctuaries, we're on a mission to navigate the nuances, crack the conundrums, and celebrate the successes that come with turning your slice of paradise into a guest’s dream stay. Blend together a cocktail of expert insights, uproarious anecdotes, and creative solutions, and voilà—you have the Vacation Rental Resolutions Podcast! A space that’s as refreshing as that first holiday drink and as enlightening as a sunrise over your favorite rental view. We also value your time, so each episode will be concise, straight to the answers without all the fluff. So, whether you’re tuning in from the coziness of your cabin or the luxury of your loft, prepare to be entertained, educated, and absolutely enthralled. This is the Vacation Rental Resolutions Podcast. Buckle up, folks—it’s time to unlock the vacation rental magic and make your property the destination of choice! Stay with us, and let's make every staycation a sensation!

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  • Creator
    Gerry MacPherson
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    131
  • Rating
    Clean
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