Question 1

1. Commission & Costs: Please explain your commission structure and any additional costs a homeowner might incur.

Accepted Answer

WLVR is a full service management company, so our commission is all-inclusive. Custom commission plans available. Contact us for a complimentary revenue projection and fee assessment.

Question 2

2. Marketing: Please detail the strategies you utilize to market properties to guests.

Accepted Answer

WLVR marketing is managed by the top agency specializing in vacation rentals. We focus on results oriented programs that result in bookings vs. branding campaigns including SEO (search engine optimization, PPC (pay-per-click), email marketing to various databases, Google Display & Retargeting ads, Conversion optimization, blogging, and some social media marketing.

Question 3

3. Cleaning & Maintenance: Please outline your property management services, including but not limited to cleaning, inspections and maintenance.

Accepted Answer

Our cleaning and maintenance teams are long-standing, contracted, and trusted by WLVR. In addition, we have a team of stagers, who are the inspectors who follow up each clean with an additional set of eyes to make sure everything is in place and correct before a guest check-in. Our all-inclusive property management services also include:Meticulous screening process coupled with industry leading booking standards to ensure high-quality guestsNo hidden fees: our commission is a flat percentage of revenue – we profit only when you profitInnovative technology including the Owner Portal for up-to-the-minute viewing of calendars and financials, WLVR Guest Portal that provides information specific to each home and our 3D program which offers floor plans and 360° views of WLVR homesAll logistics including reservations, home inspections, pricing and payments, check-in/out, emergency maintenance, guest support, cleaning service selection and managementHands-on, in property services including detailed inspections before and after each guestHighly qualified, experienced personnel in each position, including the important Reservation Agent roleAccounting and deposit management with monthly & quarterly owner reports No start-up fees and only a 24-hour notification requirement to exit your contract*Combination of technology with high-touch personal serviceDelivering exceptional guest services 2/47Leveraging a depth of industry knowledge from over a decade of experienceGold standards of industry technology for data-driven decision making, increased exposure for our clients and staying ahead of market trendsStrategic partnerships and marketing that targets high-quality guestsWeekly team meetings to monitor the performance and pricing of your property to ensure maximum annual revenue

Question 4

4. Communication & Reporting: How do you communicate with homeowners and what types of reports do you provide? Who will I be working with on your team? Will I have a dedicated representative or a team approach?

Accepted Answer

We have three dedicated homeowner representatives who will be your day to day contacts. In addition, you will have an Owner's Portal that you can log into 24/7 to see your financials, live calendar, etc. You will receive monthly and quarterly statements outlining every booking, plus all financial details.

Question 5

5. Financial Management: Please discuss how you handle financial management for the properties you manage. Do you follow trust accounting principles?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we follow trust accounting principles.

Question 6

6. Technology: What kind of technology do you employ and how does this technology provide benefits to both homeowners and guests?

Accepted Answer

We use various forms of technology including dynamic pricing and revenue management software, top tier oroperty management systems (PMS), digital, custom Guest Portals, Owner Portal, Properly app (for stager and cleaner checklists), remote access to each property's pool, locks, thermostat, cameras, project management app for onboarding, For rental projections: AirDNA and Key Data + our own portfolio's data.

Question 7

7. Differentiators: What unique aspects set your company apart from other property management companies, especially in terms of advantages to homeowners?

Accepted Answer

1) Core Values/BeliefsService: Serve clients, customers, and the community, be proactiveIntegrity: Be trustworthy, honest, hard-working, diligent, transparent and respectfulAttitude: Maintain a consistently positive attitude, solution-oriented problem-solversKindness: Have an open heart for everyone we come into contact with, treat others as we want to be treatedSuccess: Innovative, focus, forward-thinking, industry knowledge, data-driven decision making2) The human touch in every aspect of our business. We use the latest in technology, but don't rely on it completely.3) We are privately owned, which means we only answer to our guests and owner partners. We are not beholden to investors or a board of directors.4) WLVR is the first of its kind property management in our market5) Full-time professional team, which has been together for many years6) A commitment to maximizing revenue alongside the same commitment to the safety of our owner partner's assets7) Focus on high-end properties only8) Management fee includes the cost of all marketing, host fees, and credit card merchant fees9) Consistent monitoring of each property's performance, and adjustments to pricing and marketing as needed10) Complimentary design and home configuration consultation for maximizing revenue

Question 8

8. Guest Damage: What is your approach to managing damages caused by guests? Do you require a security deposit or offer damage insurance? If you opt for insurance, how do you establish the coverage details?

Accepted Answer

All guests participate in a damage waiver program that encourages them to alert WLVR when and if an item needs to be repaired or replaced, which WLVR will pay for up to a pre-determined amount. Also, during our vetting process of guests, on occasion, an additional refundable deposit may be taken.

Question 9

9. Revenue Management: Please explain your strategy for revenue management? How do you determine pricing to optimize earnings? Do you utilize dynamic pricing software, manage rates manually, or employ a combination of both methods?

Accepted Answer

Our three tiered revenue management system includes the use of a dynamic pricing software, a revenue management partner who is associated with our pricing software, and WLVR team input based on years of personal experience in the market.

Question 10

10. Community Involvement and Reputation: Are you involved in the local community and do you support local initiatives?

Accepted Answer

WLVR and its owner Sharon Walker, are extremely active in advocating homeowner rights  and state-wide, fair, and consistent regulation for short term rentals. Mrs. Walker launched and chaired the Texas Professional Vacation Rental Management Coalition, and raised the funds to hire a lobbyist to work with a legislator to write a bill for the January 2023 session. We look forward to more in 2024.

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