Services

Short-Term Rental Management

South Bend is an event-driven market, not a year-round beach town. Root specializes in a hybrid strategy that pairs high-rate game days and graduations with 3+ month off-season stays, so your property stays booked, cared for, and cash-flowing without becoming your second job. We handle the listing, pricing, guests, and maintenance with the discipline of an operator and the judgment of an owner, so your short-term rental performs like a real part of your portfolio.

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The benefits of short-term rental management

Beyond simple Airbnb management, short-term and vacation rental management offers a full-service, hands-off approach to owners:

Guest Management

We handle all guest communication from start to finish: answering inquiries, coordinating check-ins, and providing 24/7 support to ensure your guests have a great experience.

Cleaning & Turnovers

Our reliable cleaning crews and detailed checklists mean your property is spotless after each guest visit.

Maintenance & Repairs

We oversee routine maintenance and respond quickly to any issues with trusted local vendors to protect your investment and reputation.

What We Manage for Short-Term Rentals

Listing Setup & Optimization

Listing creation on Airbnb and/or Vrbo, photography coordination, and keyword-rich descriptions.

Pricing & Booking Management

Adjust rates using market data, demand trends, and seasonality to maximize occupancy and revenue.

Guest Communication

Handle all messaging, from initial inquiries to check-in instructions to real-time support during each stay.

Cleaning & Turnover Coordination

Manage cleaning crews to ensure your property is spotless and guest-ready after every stay.

Restocking Essentials

Monitor and replenish linens, toiletries, kitchen basics, and other guest essentials.

Routine
Inspections

Document condition and catch issues early to prevent costly repairs.

24/7 Guest Support

Provide around-the-clock assistance for guest questions, lockouts, or urgent needs.

House Rules & Compliance

Enforce community, city, and platform rules to protect your property and maintain good standing.

Professional Decorating

Custom décor to create a warm, memorable space that guests love and rave about.

Maintenance Requests

Fast, reliable response to repair needs to maintain tenant satisfaction and property condition.

Financial Reporting

Provide clear, organized monthly statements outlining income, expenses, and performance metrics.

Monitor Reviews

Track guest reviews, respond professionally, and implement feedback to keep your property competitive.

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Get a FREE Rental Analysis

Our rental analysis shows whether your current nightly rate is competitive or if you’re leaving money on the table.

Short-term rental costs fluctuate constantly. A professional review helps you adjust for demand, events, and market shifts (especially near Notre Dame) for stronger year-round revenue.

Our team provides a list of ways to optimize your listing photos, descriptions, guest experience, and platform performance to help your property stand out and rank higher on Airbnb.

Our data-backed evaluation identifies what’s holding your booking rate back and steps you can take to increase bookings.

Small updates to amenities, décor, or processes can dramatically improve reviews for your rental and increase your property’s ranking.

We’ll show you how your home stacks up against similar listings in your area in terms of price, features, quality, and demand.

Guest reviews help you catch issues hosts often overlook, such as inconsistent reviews, pricing gaps, unclear policies, or slow response times.

You’ll walk away with a list of simple, strategic steps to improve performance, boost income, and streamline your hosting experience.

Schedule Your FREE Rental Analysis

A Root Management team member will be notified of your form submission and will contact you within 1 business day to discuss your property.

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