{"id":16627,"date":"2018-08-06T12:50:58","date_gmt":"2018-08-06T17:50:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/blog\/?p=16627"},"modified":"2018-08-06T12:52:37","modified_gmt":"2018-08-06T17:52:37","slug":"make-your-rental-property-more-appealing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/blog\/2018\/08\/make-your-rental-property-more-appealing\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make Your Vacation Rental Property More Appealing"},"content":{"rendered":"

You decided to put your hard-earned money into a rental property in Mexico<\/a> to spend a few weeks or months of the year at. Perhaps you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122ve only invested in it as a means to make an extra income. To you it looks great, and if you didn\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t own it, you would rent it in a heartbeat. But for some reason, you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re unable to find the right tenants \u00e2\u20ac\u201c whether it\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s for short or long term. These ten tricks and tips will help you make your rental property more appealing to future renters.<\/p>\n

Put Some Work into the Outside of Your Rental Property<\/h3>\n

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If you own a condo, there is not much you can really do. However, if you are looking to rent out a stand-alone family home, there are many things to consider. Make sure you have a nicely cut lawn, some flowers, and that the fa\u00c3\u00a7ade is clean and painted. The outside is the first impression, and it needs to be kept clean and tidy to attract potential customers.<\/p>\n

Provide Lots of Windows for Natural Sunlight<\/h3>\n

Everybody wants natural sunlight, especially in a warm and sunny place like Playa del Carmen<\/a>. If your place doesn\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t have enough windows, make sure you hang light-fabric curtains that allow light in and paint your walls white. This helps reflect the sunlight and make the place brighter, even if windows are a problem. When you invest, however, try looking for a place that will provide plenty of natural light with plenty of windows.<\/p>\n

Hang a New Shower Curtain and Regular Curtains<\/h3>\n

If your shower or window curtains look worn out, it will come across as if you don\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t care about the place. When you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re about to start showing your home around, upgrade these things. It is easy and cheap to replace curtains and will give your home a new and fresh feel. A bright shower curtain in small places can also accent the bathroom and make it more attractive.<\/p>\n

Replace Old Appliances<\/h3>\n

Nobody wants to rent a fully-equipped kitchen with old appliances. It\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s best to invest in new things that will make your home more modern and appealing. It also increases the value of your rental property. Whatever you have that does work, make sure to always keep it clean and tidy to give a homey vibe throughout the kitchen. If you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122ve got white appliances that are starting to turn yellow, clean them or coat them in something new so the house doesn\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t look torn down from time.<\/p>\n

Use Natural Colors<\/h3>\n

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Bright colors are great in certain strategic places, but many people will get thrown off by overpowering colors. Keeping a neutral color palette with certain highlights throughout will appeal to almost anyone. It also gives the ability to the long-term tenant to decorate without having to match their furniture or decorations to the bright colors of your home.<\/p>\n

Stage Your Place for More Appeal<\/h3>\n

If you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re doing short-term or vacation rentals, bring in a couple of nice pillows for the couch and fresh flowers. Provide water, drinks or snacks for your guests. This also works for when you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re showing your place around, so that people are excited about something additional to looking at properties. Adding a few extras can take you a long way. It shows that you care as a landlord and that is worth a lot in the rental game.<\/p>\n

Clean Up Before Showing Your House<\/h3>\n

The worst thing you could do is show a messy and dirty house. After seeing the outside, the second chance you get to impress your potential clients is the moment they walk inside. Make sure everything is clean, shiny and tidy. Clean out the garbage bins before any showing, as well. Don\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t forget the windows! They tend to get dirty quickly due to the dust, so make sure they\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re cleaned both on the inside and outside.<\/p>\n

Offer Extra Perks and Benefits<\/h3>\n

If you are in desperate need of renters (whether it\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s for vacation or long-term) and you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122ve done everything listed here, you can start offering extra perks and benefits. For vacation rentals you can offer a night for free after renting for 3 nights. For long-term you could do a discount in the first month of rent. You can also offer benefits such as offering bikes, park passes, maps, and other things that will attract guests.<\/p>\n

Remove the Clutter<\/h3>\n

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Any clutter from your house that is unneeded should be removed. Guests need a clean space to look through. Anything that you think they won\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t need (and you won\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t need when staying at your property), you can get rid of. The less stuff you have in your house, the less you will need to put into inventory and take care of if broken or damaged.<\/p>\n

Work with a Property Manager for Advertising<\/h3>\n

Some owners just don\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t have the necessary resources to find the right renters. With the right property manager, you will have much better luck finding qualified vacation renters and long-term tenants. They will also take care of everything that renting out a property requires, while all you need to do is cash your checks back home.<\/p>\n

If you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re ready to start looking into investment properties, we have plenty on offer throughout the Riviera Maya and Mexico. Get in touch with one of our Buyer\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s Representatives and they will find the perfect rental property for you.<\/p>\n

And remember, at Top Mexico Real Estate\u00e2\u20ac\u00a6we make it happen!<\/em><\/p>\n

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