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    Unlock 5-Star Guest Experiences with Pass the Keys and yhangry Partnership

    We’re thrilled to announce a new partnership with yhangry, the UK’s leading private chef platform (As seen on Dragons Den) At Pass the...

    by Pass the Keys

    | London | Host | Short-Lets | Short term letting | Short Term Rental |

    10 Oct 2024

    Balancing the Knife Edge of Occupancy versus Yield: A Guide to Holiday Rental Revenue Management

    Managing a holiday rental can be an exhilarating yet challenging endeavour. On one hand, you want to ensure your property is fully booked...

    by Pass the Keys

    | Airbnb Tips | Airbnb Management | Holiday Let Management | Host | Marbella | High Rental Yields | High Occupancy |

    08 Oct 2024

    Preparing for Short-Let Rental Licensing and Regulation: A Guide to Risk Assessments and Self-Certification

    The short-let rental market has witnessed increased scrutiny through licensing and regulation. To ensure compliance and foster a successful...

    by Pass the Keys

    | Airbnb Tips | Airbnb Management | Glasgow | Host | Short-Lets | Short term letting |

    17 Sep 2024

    Pass the Keys' Top 5 Free Days Out Ideas in 2024

    The ongoing cost of living crisis is impacting how and where Brits spend their money, with many of us thinking twice before purchasing...

    by Pass the Keys

    | Airbnb Tips | Holiday Let Management | Swansea | Bath | Edinburgh | Short-Lets | Liverpool | Oxford | Newcastle | Leeds | Cardiff |

    11 Sep 2024

    Are negative reviews impacting your short-let income? - managing your online reputation.

    In the digital era, where online reviews wield significant influence, the impact of negative feedback on short-let income cannot be...

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    | Airbnb Management | Glasgow | Host | Short-Lets | Short term letting |

    11 Sep 2024

    White Paper: Fire Regulations of October 2023 and Their Impact on the Short-Term Rental Market

    Executive Summary In October 2023, new fire regulations were introduced with significant implications for the short-term rental market. The...

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    | Airbnb Tips | Airbnb Management | Host | Short-Lets | Short term letting |

    11 Sep 2024

    Are you paying too much tax on your UK Holiday rental income? - a guide to short-term rental tax planning in England & Wales.

    Optimising Tax Liability on UK Holiday Rental Income: A Comprehensive Guide to Short-Term Rental Tax Planning in England and Wales The...

    by Pass the Keys

    | Airbnb Tips | Business Tips | Airbnb Management | Host | Tax advice | Short-Lets | Short term letting | legality | Profitability | Property |

    11 Sep 2024

    Setting the Right Airbnb Cleaning Fee: A UK Host's Guide

    In the UK, managing Airbnb cleaning fees is an essential aspect of hosting, helping to ensure your property remains attractive and clean...

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    | Airbnb Tips | Airbnb Management | Holiday Let Management | Glasgow | Short-Lets | Short term letting | Vacation rental |

    03 Sep 2024

    The Impact of Regulation on the UK Short-Term Rental (STR) Industry

    The short-term rental (STR) industry in the UK, exemplified by platforms like Airbnb, has seen tremendous growth over the past decade....

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    | Airbnb Tips | Business Tips | Airbnb Management | Holiday Let Management | Host | Short-Lets | 24/7 Guest Support | Short term letting | Property |

    12 Aug 2024

    Spring Budget 2024 - Abolishment of FHL Tax Regime

    During the announcement of the Spring Budget 2024, we were made aware that the special tax regime for Furnished Holiday Lets (FHLs) would...

    by Pass the Keys

    | Business Tips | Airbnb Management | Holiday Let Management | Host | Tax advice | Business Rates | Short-Lets | Short term letting | Vacation rental |

    03 Apr 2024

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