• 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
  • How to Build 4 Vacation Rental SOPs That Stop 80% of Your Hosting Headaches-123
    May 19 2026

    Still answering the same guest questions every single week?

    👇 FREE DOWNLOAD
    The 7-Day Vacation Rental Jumpstart
    https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/the-7-day-vacation-rental-jumpstart-pdf-download
    🎓 Explore the Course
    https://courses.keystonehospitalitydevelopment.com/course/mastering-vacation-rentals-build-manage-and-grow-a-profitable-business-full-course/
    📌 Read the Blog
    https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/blog

    Most vacation rental owners don’t need more hustle. They need better systems.

    In this episode of the Vacation Rental Resolutions Podcast, Gerry MacPherson shares the 4 SOPs that eliminate most daily hosting stress for Airbnb and vacation rental owners.

    You’ll learn:
    • Why repeated tasks drain your energy
    • How guest communication SOPs save hours
    • Why cleaning systems protect reviews
    • How to stop reacting and start operating
    • The simple mindset shift that creates calmer operations

    This podcast is for current and aspiring vacation rental owners who feel overwhelmed by daily operations and want practical systems that create clarity and confidence.

    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 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 owners create calmer operations, stronger guest experiences, more direct bookings, and less stress through practical systems and honest hospitality conversations.

    🎁 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

    💼 LinkedIn
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerrymacpherson/

    📸 Instagram
    https://www.instagram.com/vacationrentalresolutions/

    🎙 Make sure to subscribe for weekly episodes.

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    11 mins
  • How to Fix Vacation Rental Turnover Chaos (Without Constant Stress)-122
    May 12 2026

    Turnovers Are Chaos, and You’re the Emergency Contact


    Weekly Resource

    🎯 Download the Cleaning Quick Check Checklist + Turnover Timer:
    https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/cleaning-quick-check-checklist-turnover-timer

    📘 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/

    Ever feel like every guest turnover becomes a small crisis?

    Cleaner late. Guest early. Something missed. Stress rising.

    In this week’s Vacation Rental Resolutions podcast, Gerry MacPherson explains why vacation rental turnover chaos is usually not a cleaner problem. It’s a systems problem.

    You’ll learn how to create clearer cleaning standards, improve turnover timing, reduce same-day stress, and build a simple guest-ready checklist that protects your reviews and sanity.

    This episode is for Airbnb hosts, vacation rental owners, short-term rental managers, and aspiring hosts who feel overwhelmed by operations, cleaner communication, and constant turnover pressure.

    Expect practical advice, honest hospitality conversations, and real-world systems that help you create calmer operations and better guest experiences.


    What You’ll Learn

    • Why turnovers feel chaotic
    • The hidden cost of unclear standards
    • How to use checklists properly
    • Why timing affects guest satisfaction
    • How photo proof improves consistency
    • The simple shift that changes everything


    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 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 hotels and vacation rentals 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 Weekly

    New episodes are released every week covering:

    • Vacation rental operations
    • Guest experience
    • Airbnb systems
    • Marketing and direct bookings
    • Hospitality leadership
    • Vacation rental profitability


    Make Sure To Subscribe

    🎙 Subscribe to the podcast and follow Vacation Rental Resolutions for weekly hospitality insights.

    🌐 Website:
    https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/

    📘 Free Download:
    https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/the-7-day-vacation-rental-jumpstart-pdf-download

    📘 Facebook Group:
    https://www.facebook.com/groups/vacationrentalresolutions

    📘 LinkedIn:
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerrymacpherson/

    📘 Instagram:
    https://www.instagram.com/vacationrentalresolutions/

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    11 mins
  • How to Stop Your Vacation Rental Feeling Like a 24/7 Front Desk-121
    May 5 2026

    Grab your copy of “The 7-Day Vacation Rental-Jumpstart” download
    https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/The-7-Day-Vacation-Rental-Jumpstart.pdf

    Your Vacation Rental Is Not a 24/7 Front Desk


    Constant guest messages, late check-ins, and endless pings can make your vacation rental feel like a full-time front desk. In this episode, Gerry MacPherson explains why repeat guest questions are really system gaps, not guest problems. You’ll learn how a simple Welcome SOP can reduce stress, protect the guest experience, and help you stop being glued to your phone.

    #vacationrentalprofitability #VacationRentalTips #AirbnbHostLife #STRProfit #VacationRentalBusiness #HostSmart #RentalIncome #AirbnbSuccess #ShortTermRental #HostLifeBalance #VacationRentalOwners


    👍 Like what you learned? Subscribe so you don’t miss next week’s episode!

    #frontdesk #vacationrentalfrontdesk #VacationRental #AirbnbHost #ShortTermRental #VacationRentalTips #HostLife #GuestExperience #AirbnbTips #RentalAutomation #PropertyManagement #VacationRentalResolutions


    ⇒ TO READ THIS EPISODE ON VACATION RENTAL RESOLUTIONS (EPISODE RELEASED ON MAY 7TH, 2026)
    https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/2026/05/how-to-stop-your-vacation-rental-feeling-like-a-24-7-front-desk-without-losing-the-personal-touch-121

    Grab your copy of “The 7-Day Vacation Rental-Jumpstart” download
    https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/The-7-Day-Vacation-Rental-Jumpstart.pdf

    🎓 Want to convert more browsers into bookers?
    Check out the “Launch Your Vacation Rentals” course.
    https://courses.keystonehospitalitydevelopment.com/course/mastering-vacation-rentals-build-manage-and-grow-a-profitable-business/

    Join one of our groups
    LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12947256/
    Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/groups/vacationrentalresolutions

    Say hi on social
    LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/vacation-rental-resolutions

    Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/vacationrentalresolutions/

    Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/vacationrentalresolutions/

    BlueSky — https://bsky.app/profile/vacationrentalpro.bsky.social

    Listen to The Vacation Rental Resolutions Podcast here
    https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/Podcast

    YouTube (EPISODE RELEASED ON MAY 5TH, 2026)
    https://www.youtube.com/@VacationRentalResolutions


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    12 mins
  • How to Know If Your Vacation Rental Is Truly Profitable (Even When Fully Booked)-120
    Apr 28 2026

    Grab your copy of “The 7-Day Vacation Rental-Jumpstart” download
    https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/The-7-Day-Vacation-Rental-Jumpstart.pdf

    Fully Booked But Still Struggling? The Truth About Rental Profit


    Many vacation rental owners believe a full calendar means success. But what if it’s quietly costing you more than it earns? This episode reveals the difference between being busy and being profitable. Learn how to track the right numbers, avoid burnout, and build a rental business that works for you, not the other way around.

    #vacationrentalprofitability #VacationRentalTips #AirbnbHostLife #STRProfit #VacationRentalBusiness #HostSmart #RentalIncome #AirbnbSuccess #ShortTermRental #HostLifeBalance #VacationRentalOwners


    👍 Like what you learned? Subscribe so you don’t miss next week’s episode!

    #WelcomeBook #vacationrentalwelcomebook #VacationRentalTips #AirbnbHostTips #ShortTermRental #VacationRentalHost #AirbnbHosting #GuestExperience #HospitalityBusiness #VacationRentalBusiness #AirbnbWelcomeBook #ShortTermRentalSuccess


    ⇒ TO READ OR LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ON VACATION RENTAL RESOLUTIONS (EPISODE RELEASED ON APRIL 30TH, 2026)
    https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/2026/04/how-to-know-if-your-vacation-rental-is-truly-profitable-even-when-fully-booked-120

    Grab your copy of “The 7-Day Vacation Rental-Jumpstart” download
    https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/The-7-Day-Vacation-Rental-Jumpstart.pdf

    🎓 Want to convert more browsers into bookers?
    Check out the “Launch Your Vacation Rentals” course.
    https://courses.keystonehospitalitydevelopment.com/course/mastering-vacation-rentals-build-manage-and-grow-a-profitable-business/

    Join one of our groups
    LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12947256/
    Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/groups/vacationrentalresolutions

    Say hi on social
    LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/vacation-rental-resolutions

    Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/vacationrentalresolutions/

    Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/vacationrentalresolutions/

    BlueSky — https://bsky.app/profile/vacationrentalpro.bsky.social

    Listen to The Vacation Rental Resolutions Podcast here
    https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/Podcast

    YouTube (EPISODE RELEASED ON APRIL 30th, 2026)
    https://www.youtube.com/@VacationRentalResolutions


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    12 mins
  • Are You Working Too Much for Too Little Vacation Rental Profit?-119
    Apr 21 2026

    Grab your copy of “The 7-Day Vacation Rental-Jumpstart” download
    https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/The-7-Day-Vacation-Rental-Jumpstart.pdf

    Are You Working Too Much for Too Little Rental Profit?


    Many vacation rental owners feel stuck working long hours without seeing profit growth. This episode explores why being busy doesn’t equal success, how inefficiencies drain your income, and what small shifts can restore control. If your rental feels like constant work with little reward, this conversation will help you rethink your approach.

    #VacationRentalProfit #VacationRentalTips #AirbnbHostLife #ShortTermRental #VacationRentalBusiness #HostBurnout #RentalIncome #AirbnbSuccess #PropertyManagement #PassiveIncomeMyth #HospitalityBusiness


    👍 Like what you learned? Subscribe so you don’t miss next week’s episode!

    #WelcomeBook #vacationrentalwelcomebook #VacationRentalTips #AirbnbHostTips #ShortTermRental #VacationRentalHost #AirbnbHosting #GuestExperience #HospitalityBusiness #VacationRentalBusiness #AirbnbWelcomeBook #ShortTermRentalSuccess


    ⇒ TO READ OR LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ON VACATION RENTAL RESOLUTIONS (EPISODE RELEASED ON APRIL 23RD, 2026)
    https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/2026/04/are-you-working-too-much-for-too-little-profit-in-your-vacation-rental-business-119

    Grab your copy of “The 7-Day Vacation Rental-Jumpstart” download
    https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/The-7-Day-Vacation-Rental-Jumpstart.pdf

    🎓 Want to convert more browsers into bookers?
    Check out the “Launch Your Vacation Rentals” course.
    https://courses.keystonehospitalitydevelopment.com/course/mastering-vacation-rentals-build-manage-and-grow-a-profitable-business/

    Join one of our groups
    LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12947256/
    Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/groups/vacationrentalresolutions

    Say hi on social
    LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/vacation-rental-resolutions

    Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/vacationrentalresolutions/

    Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/vacationrentalresolutions/

    BlueSky — https://bsky.app/profile/vacationrentalpro.bsky.social

    Listen to The Vacation Rental Resolutions Podcast here
    https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/Podcast

    YouTube (EPISODE RELEASED ON APRIL 23RD, 2026)
    https://www.youtube.com/@VacationRentalResolutions


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    12 mins