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About Hostvisors
What makes Hostvisors different?
Our combination of accounting, finance, software, IT, property, and data analytics skills is rare, if not impossible to find, in the industry. We work as a team to craft solutions unique to our clients. We are senior-level professionals capable of solving complex problems, and we apply our expertise to the STR industry. We are operators and investors ourselves so we understand you.
What software/IT skills does Hostvisors have?
Jira Administration, Website Development, Automation in Make.com or Custom code. We can integrate and automate any system that makes API access available to developers. Hostaway’s platform is strong in its API access, thus we recommend it.
How does Hostvisors price its services?
We provide custom solutions and quotes for each business. Please book a consult and we will be happy to discuss.
Do you only work with Hostaway and Guesty?
We primarily recommend Hostaway and Guesty due to their extensive API access. This allows us techincal types to write scripts to pull data or integrate easily with other systems such as Quickbooks, XERO, JIRA, the HV Ops platform, and Marketing Automation tools like HighLevel or MailChimp. While other systems may allow access to some reservation or listing data, they may not allow it to the extent that Hostaway or Guesty do. We are happy take a look at your system and integrate it or find a work around if necessary.
Why should I use Hostvisors' PMS DFY Services?
Customers choose us to save time and frustration, and sometimes costly mistakes. With the Hostaway and Guesty platforms growing ever more feature rich, the learning curve gets steeper and steeper. We give you peace of mind through our PMS Done-For-You services.
Can you help me trouble shooting issues?
Yes, our team has years of experience troubleshooting issues on Hostaway and Guesty and all OTA channels. With the purchase of an annual service contract or a pack of hours, we will guide you through the process and help troubleshoot any issues.
Financial Management
How do you differ from other software platforms in the VR space?
Generic solutions offer a partial fix to a complex problem, whereas our custom programming fits you and your business. In the STR industry managers have hundreds of ways of handling each owner and each property. A “one-size-fits” all solution will not be able to address this situation and will lead to more work and complexity than it solves. You’ve probably seen this for yourself before you found us!
How will partnering with Hostvisors help me?
We specialize in accounting for short-term rentals and real estate in general. Our white-glove services will keep your books accurate and up to date. You will have peace of mind that your owners statements and your own business’ financials are correct. If we run into sticky problems we use the power of technology and our AI skills to craft solutions.
What risks do I face if my accounting is not accurate?
When a property management business fails to keep proper books, it can face a host of detrimental consequences that affect its operations, financial health, legal standing, and the trust of property owners. Here are the potential repercussions:
Do I still need a income tax preparer if I work with Hostvisors?
Yes, you will want a CPA or other tax preparer to help you file your yearly taxes. We will provide the reports and numbers you need and will work with your CPA or tax preparer to answer any questions or make adjustments to the books as requested. We work with your CPA to answer questions.
How do you ensure accuracy of my books?
What information will Hostvisors need from me?
In order to create precise entries into your accounting system, we examine your business models, create custom formulas, draw out a visual representation, and then perform your automations. Our method of integration ties in many systems and produces the most efficient bookkeeping possible.
What reports does Hostvisors provide monthly?
On a monthly basis we will provide owner’s statements, your profit and loss (income) statement for the business, and your balance sheet. We implement these reports in a format that suits you, whether pdf, spreadhseets, or dashaboards.
Automations & Integrations
What software skills does Hostvisors have?
What kind of automations can you create?
What software can you integrate for us?
Data Dashboards
What can Hostvisors help me create?
How do the BI Dashboards work?
Our dashboard provides unparalleled control by illuminating the key performance indicators (KPIs) in your business. We begin by building your data pipeline from the HV Operations Platform, your accounting system, and Hostaway. Then, we customize your dashboards to meet your exact requirements, including sales and revenue data, expense data, customer feedback, customer demographics, property feedback, and more.
What tools do you use to build dashboards with?
We are specialists in the DOMO platform and PowerBI. We can use other tools like Looker Studio or Google Sheets if the customer desires, since all our work is custom.
