Why Every STR Needs a PMS (Not Spreadsheets)

Host Planet: Expert Insights for Short-Term Rentals

In this episode of Host Planet Bitesize – powered by Hostfully – Frank Bosi breaks down why a property management system (PMS) is the backbone of any serious STR operation.

Learn how a PMS delivers channel manager sync, direct booking support, automated guest messaging, smart-home integrations, and payments and reporting that actually save time and lift revenue.

Frank also shows how Hostfully’s digital guidebooks complete the guest journey.

Want to see it in action? Book a demo with Frank and choose the right PMS for your business:

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Email Frank: [email protected]

1:58 Nerding out on tech in the STR world

3:05 You need channel manager magic

3:51 Make sure the PMS supports direct bookings

4:17 Automated guest messaging

6:11 Integrate smart home devices

8:00 Payments and reporting

9:30 Hostfully digital guidebooks

11:21 Use the right property management software

13:28 Book a demo with Frank to learn more about Hostfully: https://tinyurl.com/Hostfully-Demo

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Property Management Software: Get $500 off onboarding by using the code PLANET500.

Digital Guidebooks: Get 30% off for life by using the code HOSTPLANETGB.

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James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/

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Host Planet Bitesize is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.

Contact the show: [email protected]

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