Everything about renting out
your holiday home
In-depth, practical guides for owners of a holiday home. From commission and software to marketing and occupancy — written from experience, with real numbers and without the sales talk.
Deze artikelen zijn er ook in het Nederlands, samen met gidsen over Spaanse regelgeving en de Nederlandse aangifte.
SES.Hospedajes: registering your guests in Spain
Mandatory since December 2024: which details you need from every guest, the 24-hour rule, the fines and a step-by-step guide — plus how it differs from the annulled national registration number.
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Holiday rental software compared: Casa Hero, Lodgify, Smoobu, Hostaway & Guesty
Five platforms, five audiences. An honest comparison: what each does well, what it costs and which one suits your holiday home — with a decision guide and FAQ.
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Cutting holiday home costs: 8 fixed expenses you can lower
Earning more does not always mean more bookings. From your electricity contract and contracted power to insurance, solar panels and the IBI discount — eight expenses you can lower in one afternoon.
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Switching from Lodgify to Casa Hero: how it works
Lodgify is capable software — but built for portfolios. Renting out a single property? Here is how to switch in six steps, keeping your own domain and without downtime.
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An alternative to Airbnb: renting out without commission
Booking.com, a rental agency or handling it yourself? Compare the options, see the worked example and find out why your own booking website is often the best alternative.
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Renting out a holiday home in Spain: rules, licence and tax
From the regional VT licence and the 11-day rule to guest registration and Modelo 210 — plus the national NRA number that was scrapped in May 2026.
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More bookings for your holiday home: 12 proven tips
Better photos, smarter pricing, your own website and guests who come back: 12 concrete tips to raise your occupancy rate step by step.
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