Safely

06/23/2026

The line between pets, service animals, and emotional support animals isn't always as clear as hosts think. One misunderstanding can create legal headaches, guest disputes, or a review that sticks around far longer than the stay.

Before your next booking tests your house rules, make sure you know where the rules actually stand. https://safely.com/articles/service-and-support-animals-pet-or-guest/

06/22/2026

Vacation brain is real. Amanda Martins of Safely joins Alex & Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals to talk vacation brain, summer guest damage, amenity mishaps, and how operators can prepare. Alex & Annie

https://www.alexandanniepodcast.com/pour-decisions-when-vacation-brain-hits-summer-stays-with-amanda-martins-of-safely/

06/16/2026

Summer brings packed calendars, faster turnovers, and higher risk. Join us for a fun and informative webinar with our partner Lodgify as we wade through accidental and intentional damage, how we handle claims without involving the guest, and more!

Register here: https://bit.ly/3SoRKgQ

Register now for Safely Damage Protection in Lodgify on crowdcast, scheduled to go live on June 23, 2026, 07:30 PM GMT+2.

06/09/2026

An influencer stay can boost your bookings… or blow up your risk exposure. 📸🏡 From unauthorized events to commercial filming and property damage, not everything is covered under a standard policy.

Before handing over the keys for “content creation,” make sure you know what your insurance actually protects.

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Renting your vacation property to influencers might seem like a golden opportunity—free exposure, stunning content, and a chance to boost your bookings. Renting to influencers comes with unique risks. Learn what short-term rental insurance covers—and what it doesn’t—before you host your next...

06/04/2026

Vacation rental guests book with their eyes first and their emotions second. From listing photos to pricing psychology, small details can make the difference between “maybe later” and “booked.” (Psst. Your lead photo is SUPER important.)

We break down the fascinating psychology behind what makes travelers choose one vacation rental over another. Check it out: https://safely.com/articles/the-psychology-behind-why-guests-choose-one-vacation-rental-listing-over-another/

06/02/2026

Self-insuring might look like a smart way to cut costs, until one major guest incident wipes out your reserve fund.

As short-term rental portfolios grow, so does the risk exposure. The question is not just “Can you self-insure?” It is “Can your business absorb the unexpected?” For many property managers, insurance is not just protection. It is operational stability.

Find out the pros and cons of self insuring your property management business. https://safely.com/articles/self-insurance-for-property-managers/

05/28/2026

Some guests leave five stars. Others leave… ventilation. Just because this door lost the fight doesn't mean you have to. Prepare for every unexpected thing with Safely's protection and guest screening.

05/27/2026

Welcome to prime booking season, all you vacation rental companies in coastal locations! ☀️ ⛱️ With high season, you get more of the dreaded chargebacks. Chargebacks tend to rise when emotions, money, and expectations collide. But is there a way to chargeback proof your business? https://safely.com/articles/chargeback-proofing-high-season-bookings/

05/21/2026

What works for long-term rentals often falls short for short-term stays. Traditional landlord insurance excludes frequent guest turnover, guest-caused damage, and liability tied to vacation rentals. Our latest guide outlines why specialized coverage is essential for the unique risks of short-term rentals. https://safely.com/articles/why-traditional-landlord-insurance-fails-property-managers-with-short-term-rental-portfolios/

05/19/2026

Because “hope nothing happens” isn’t an insurance strategy. Protect your short-term rentals with coverage built for the realities of hosting. https://safely.com/