Christine explains some common signs of scam inquiries.
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Christine continues her discussion with Jerry Ray about the benefits of building an international airport in Panama City, FL.
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Christine talks to Jerry Ray about the progress and benefits of an international airport for vacation rental owners in Panama City.
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Christine shares some ideas for working with budget-conscious travelers.
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Christine interviews Real Estate Broker, Jim Dague, to learn about his expertise in the resort and second home industry.
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Christine discusses the Kissimmee and Orlando markets with vacation home real estate broker, Raymond Butterfield.
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Christine continues her discussion on the challenges of renting and maintaining a vacation property from abroad. ...<< MORE >>

Christine discusses the challenges of owning and renting a vacation home in Canada while living in the UK. ...<< MORE >>

Christine chats with Stowe real estate agent, Ken Libby about the current market conditions.
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Christine interviews lakehouse owner, Michelle Helterbran, who had the first vacation rental on Richland Chambers Lake, TX.
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Learn how to stay environmentally conscious at your family's vacation home or cottage.
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Real Estate Agent, John Jarvis, discusses the vacation home market in Muskoka.
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Christine advises a homeowner on how to convert her many inquiries into actual bookings.
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Real Estate Agent, Shannyn Stevenson, is back to discuss the Destin, FL market, along with foreclosures and short sales.
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Second part of Christine's talk with Naples real estate agent, Lynn Wilber. ...<< MORE >>

Christine and real estate agent, Lynn Wilber, discuss the vacation home market in Naples, FL.  
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Christine touts the pros and cons of renting your vacation home by owner.
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Christine talks with vacation rental owner, Bob Kelly, about why he chose renting by owner in Pacific Beach, WA.   ...<< MORE >>

Christine discusses common pitfalls when pricing your vacation rental property. 
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Christine talks with vacation rental owner, Ed Reese, about his experience trying to sell one of his vacation homes. ...<< MORE >>

Christine talks with new owner, Ross Buhrdorf, about preparing his property, starting the rental process and what he'd like to change about the HomeAway sites. ...<< MORE >>

This week, Christine interviews Steamboat Springs realtor, Randall Hannaway, about the vacation home market in his area. << MORE >>

Christine talks with seasoned owner and virtual tours expert, Ed Reese. << MORE >>

Christine talks with Santa Fe, New Mexico owner, Deborah Haws.<< MORE >>

Christine chats with Keystone area owner, Bev Babich, about her experience renting her home and the unique, co-op that Bev participates in with her rental neighbors.<< MORE >>

Should owners of more than one property leave their calendar blank?

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Christine chats about the vacation real estate market in Tahoe with South Lake Tahoe realtor, Deb Howard.
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Christine interviews experienced owner, Richard Pretl, about his vacation rental in Baltimore, Maryland.
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Christine talks with Trey Herschap, HomeAway's Director of Trust & Safety, about the Rent With Confidence Guarantee and what it means for vacation rental owners. << MORE >>

Christine answers the question of charging your guests for electricty, gas, or water.

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Christine answers a question from an owner who wants to know if it's better to charge one all-inclusive rate or to break the rental rate into parts (cleaning fee, sales tax, etc.). 
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Christine answers a question from an owner about whether it is better to provide linens or to require your guests to bring their own. 
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Ever thought about buying in Mexico? Christine talks with Los Cabos realtor, Julie Kershner.
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This week, Christine answers a question from a Dillon Beach owner, who wonders if she can ask for a credit card in case of excess damage.

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Christine interviews Park City realtor, Dennis Hanlon about the Park City vacation home market. << MORE >>

Christine answers a question about how to handle keys. << MORE >>

Christine talks with realtor, Rick Tourgee about the vacation rental market in Provincetown. << MORE >>

Christine talks with Sevier County Trustee, Jettie Clabo about the new 3% occupancy/lodging tax effective July 1st. << MORE >>

This week, Christine answers a question from a North Myrtle Beach owner about how to handle requests for weeks that don't fit into the typical Saturday to Saturday model. << MORE >>

Christine talks with realtor Pat Malone about the Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge vacation rental market. << MORE >>

This week, Christine answers a question about buying a property that doesn't work with standard the break-even formula. << MORE >>

Christine talks with Orlando property manager, Steve Trover about how to find a good property manager. << MORE >>

Christine answers a question from a Winter Park, CO owner whose property was inaccessible due to closed roads.<< MORE >>

Christine talks with realtor, Meredith McKenzie about the California Gold Coast vacation home market. << MORE >>

This week, Christine answers a question from a Bodega Bay owner who wonders if there are any companies that provide damage insurance for vacation rental homes. << MORE >>

Christine talks with Branson vacation rental owner Valerie Budd about her decision to switch from a property management company to renting by owner. << MORE >>

We're introducing a new segment to the How to Rent Vacation Properties by Owner podcast series, "Ask Christine". This week, Christine answers a question asked by a potential owner who wonders whether he should invest in a 3BR or a 4BR house on Lake Hartwell. << MORE >>

Christine talks with realtor, Dorothea about the Montana vacation home market. << MORE >>

Second part of Christine's interview with co-ownership expert and attorney, Andy Sirkin. << MORE >>

Have you ever thought about buying a second home with friends? Christine talks with attorney and co-ownership expert, Andy Sirkin. << MORE >>

Christine talks with Destin owner, Gayla Berry, about how she came to buy her first vacation rental property and why she rents by owner. << MORE >>

Interview with Palm Desert owner, Melinda Diperna about her experience battling a vacation rental ban in her complex. << MORE >>

In the second part of this two-part interview, Christine talks with Destin realtor, Shannyn Stevenson. << MORE >>

In this episode Christine interviews Destin realtor, Shannyn Stevenson. << MORE >>

Christine talks with successful vacation rental owner and rent by owner "purist," Robin Clapp about why she bought her vacation home, what she enjoys about the process, and how's she's handled the unusually warm winter. << MORE >>

Christine addresses the issue of vacation, short-term, and transient rental bans. << MORE >>

Second half of Christine's interview with Belinda Watson of the Florida Department of Revenue. << MORE >>

Christine Karpinski speaks with Belinda Watson of the Florida Department of Revenue about collecting sales taxes for vacation rental properties. << MORE >>

Christine talks about the different kinds of vacation rental properties from RVs to teepees to cabooses, as well as, the number one mistake that vacation rental owners make and how to get financing. << MORE >>

Christine discusses the current best buy areas for vacation homes, how to find a real estate agent, and what she would say to someone interested in the vacation rental business. << MORE >>

Christine chats about how to find the perfect housekeeper, the importance of liability insurance, and why vacation rental owners should contact a lawyer before setting up an LLC. << MORE >>

Christine outlines the reasons for renting your vacation home and discusses common fears. << MORE >>

Christine talks about the business side of the vacation rental owner experience including why to write a business plan, how the real estate bubble is affecting vacation properties, and how to effectively advertise. << MORE >>

Christine talks about the basics of buying a vacation rental home. << MORE >>

Christine speaks with the HomeAway UK office about global advertising advantages, challenges and differences. << MORE >>

Christine speaks with CPA and co-owner of HotSpotTax.com K. Stephens about collecting and paying sales taxes for vacation homes. << MORE >>

Christine speaks with insurance expert D. Workman about getting insurance for vacation homes. << MORE >>