The Vacation Rental Key with T and T
This is a podcast for professional vacation rental managers. Whether you manage 5 properties or 500 properties you can gain insight on how to run a successful vacation rental business by listening to T and T give their Keys to being the best.
Tim Cafferty is an icon in the vacation rental business. A 3 time President of the Vacation Rental Management Association he is "The O.G." when it comes to vacation rentals. Tiffany Edwards is one of the most well respected vacation rental operators in the country. Together, T and T bring you hard hitting and productive content that will help you run your vacation rental firm more profitably. Give The Vacation Rental Key with T and T a try today!
Episodes
14 episodes
Episode 14 - When Superman Isn't Coming: How Your Disaster Plan Misses Key People
Disaster preparation in the vacation rental industry typically focuses on protecting properties and communicating with owners and guests—but what about the people who make your business run? In this eye-opening episode, Hospitality Heroes co-fo...
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35:00
From Charleston to Your Business: What We Learned at the Women's Summit
Unlock the secrets of personal and professional growth in the vacation rental industry as Tiffany Edwards takes us behind the scenes at the Vacation Rental Women's Summit in Charleston. This intimate conference delivers powerful insights that t...
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Episode #12 - Who's Really Making Vacation Decisions? Teens, Points, and the New Economics of Travel
The vacation rental landscape shifted dramatically during Summer 2025, revealing crucial insights for managers navigating this new terrain. Tim Cafferty and Tiffany Edwards unpack five game-changing trends that defined the season and will likel...
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26:59
Episode #11 - Your House Just Booked 24 Hours Before Check-in (And Other Industry Shockers)
The vacation rental landscape is transforming before our eyes, with shifts that started during pandemic times now cementing themselves as permanent fixtures in our industry. Hosts Tim Cafferty and Tiffany Edwards dive deep into the most signifi...
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23:49
Episode 10 - Secrets to Vacation Rental Amenities That Wow Guests
Ever wondered what amenities truly make a difference in vacation rentals? Tim Cafferty and Tiffany Edwards dive deep into the evolving landscape of guest expectations and how successful property managers are responding.The days of "brin...
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Episode 9 - Stop Using Your Business as a Piggy Bank and Start Budgeting for Success
"Is this a business or a hobby?" That piercing question from vacation rental financial expert Ben Edwards cuts to the heart of why proper budgeting makes or breaks success in our industry.Drawing from 25 years of experience examining hu...
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Episode 8. Summer 2025 Not What You Were Hoping for? T and T are here to help Make it Better!
The summer season is more competitive than ever with economic headwinds making travelers discerning and increased supply in many markets. Tim and Tiffany share actionable strategies to maximize your summer business without panicking or devaluin...
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Episode 7: Defining Excellence: The Six Pillars of Vacation Rental Professionalism
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Episode 6: Mastering the 100-Day War: A Vacation Rental Manager's Guide
Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of peak season for vacation rental managers across the country—are you truly prepared? In this tactical episode, we unpack the essential strategies for navigating the "100-day war" that defines our indust...
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Episode 5: From Finance to Five-Star Hospitality with Marco DiDomizio
What does it take to create the #1 rated hospitality experience in America? Marco DiDimesio reveals the strategies that transformed the Candleberry Inn on Cape Cod into TripAdvisor's top-rated bed and breakfast for three consecutive years—an ac...
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40:19
Episode 4 -Shrimp, Ships, and Vacation Rental Tips VRMA Foundations Report
Ever wonder what happens when you gather 200 vacation rental professionals in one of America's most charming historic cities? Our latest episode takes you inside the VRMA Foundations Conference in Savannah, where operational excellence takes ce...
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24:08
Episode 3 - Beyond the Contract: How Great Communication Keeps Owners Happy and Engaged
Tim and Tiffany dive deep into the critical importance of owner communication in the vacation rental business, sharing battle-tested strategies to build and maintain strong relationships with property owners.• Understanding owner commun...
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Episode 2 Touched the Stove Too Many Times: Vacation Rental Mistakes We Won't Repeat
What business practices will sink your vacation rental company faster than an anchor? Tim Cafferty and Tiffany Edwards pull back the curtain on the management pitfalls they've personally experienced in their latest episode of The Vacation Renta...
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Episode 1. Here we go. Hello There, we are T and T!
Welcome to The Vacation Rental Key Podcast with T and T. Tim Cafferty and Tiffany Edwards are here to give you the key to running a successful vacation rental management business. Listen to their decades of experience i...
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