Host Guides
Free guides for Twin Cities STR hosts
Practical setup guides for short-term rental owners covering platform setup, rate setup, guest operations, and the Minneapolis licensing process.
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Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com — full setup included at no charge when you use GSS cleaning. We also help with your Minneapolis STR license.
Airbnb
A Twin Cities host guide to listing setup, photo strategy, pricing, Instant Book, and guest-ready operations.
VRBO
VRBO attracts families and longer stays. Learn the fee model, rate setup, Premier Host requirements, and how to sync your calendar with Airbnb.
Booking.com
Booking.com dominates international travel searches. Understand platform fees, Extranet setup, cancellation policy ranking impact, and the Genius program.
Minneapolis STR License
Every Minneapolis STR host needs a license. We walk through Type 1 vs. Type 2, insurance requirements, fire safety inspection, and the online application — plus free help filling it out.