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Vacation Rental Resolutions

Vacation Rental Resolutions

By: 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!Copyright@Keystone Hospitality Property Development | All Rights Reserved Economics Leadership Management Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • How to Stop Being your Vacation Rental Bottleneck-126
    Jun 9 2026

    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.

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    12 mins
  • How to Build Vacation Rental Systems in Your First 30 Days-125
    Jun 2 2026

    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.

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    10 mins
  • How to Build a Vacation Rental Weekly Schedule So You Stop Winging It-124
    May 26 2026

    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.

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    12 mins
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