THE ONLY MARKETING PARTNER YOU NEED TO FILL YOUR CALENDAR AND MAXIMIZE YOUR RENTAL INCOME!
HOW IS ESCALA DIFFERENT?
With a proven track record of 20 years and no management fees, we have consistently generated unmatched income for our partners. We see the industry differently. We can never be as good as You in upkeeping your property as it will be difficult for you to generate the income WE can! We have the creative outreach, systems, past performance and current market outlook for different locations, including ski and sun resort destinations. We have been in the industry for over 20 years and know Owners pay a hefty commission to PM companies, without it being earned! If you have to share more than 20% of your income, the investments become obsolete as the ROI is no longer there. We create investment opportunities with the Commission Free Program and so many properties become possible to invest in, as you get to keep your earnings. We have been in the industry long enough to know the successful model that will give you the opportunity to reinvest and purchase more properties, grow your portfolio an be at a much better place in the near future.
IS THERE A COMISSION FEE FOR USING ESCALA?
Absolutely not! We believe in transparency and simplicity.
DO I NEED TO COMMIT TO A LONG TERM CONTRACT?
No commitment required! We understand flexibility is key, and there are no long-term contracts involved.
WHO HANDLES CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE, AND IS THERE AN EXTRA CHARGE FOR IT?
You are fully in charge of cleaning and maintenance. No nickel and diming for air filters or light bulb replacements.
CAN I DIRECTLY COMMUNICATE WITH MY GUESTS?
Yes, you have direct communication with your guests, welcoming them personally and making their stay special.
HOW DOES ESCALA NOTIFY ME OF RESERVATIONS?
We notify you immediately when a reservation is made, providing details. Email reminders for check-in and check-out are sent to housekeepers and vendors.
WHERE WILL MY PROPERTY BE LISTED ON?
- Your Personalized Listing on our site you can use to retargeting past guests
- Vrbo
- Homeaway,
- Airbnb
- Tripadvisor
- Flipkey,
- Expedia
- Booking.com
- Orbitz.com
- Hotels.com
- Travelocity
- Guest Smiles
- Stay Sense
- Google Travel
- Homes To Go AND MANY MORE…
WHAT IS THE PROCESS TO LIST MY PROPERTY WITH ESCALA?
- The processes we have created are tailored to busy individuals.
- Set up a 30 minute One on One call with Michael Stoyanov HERE if you still have questions
- Sign the electronic cancel at any time with 7 day notice contract
- Fill out the detailed questionnaire you can see HERE It gives us all the needed information for a fast uploading and pushing it to the multiple websites you must be on to produce the highest ROI! The listings will be live within 72 hours to start building exposure and reviews for you.
- Enjoy the revenue!
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST FOR MY PROPERTY TO BE LISTED ON ALL VACATION RENTAL PLATFORMS?
Listing is free and we will not charge you a commission for any reservations made. Different listing channels have different charges for the Owners, which you will be responsible for. For example, current charges are as follows – Airbnb -3%, VRBO -5%, Expedia and Booking – 15%-20%, from the total of the reservation (includes nightly rates and fees, but not taxes). There is also a credit card fee added for all of the channels, exclude Airbnb currently, which is in the 3% range. These are fees that our will have to pay to the channel, regardless of who lists the property, and you are currently paying. If the reservation comes through our own website and the page for your own listing, there is no commission. All reservations we process the payments for are subject to a 4% credit card fee, which will be billed to the Owner statement. You can add fees to your unit to offset the charges that come from these outlets, but it may make your unit more expensive than others, and result in lower income.
HOW DO YOU MAKE MONEY?
We charge the guest a small booking fee- currently $150.00.
CAN I CONTINUE TO ADVERTISE MY PROPERTY BY MYSELF?
Absolutely. Just make sure you keep the calendar up to date with us.
HOW DO I KNOW, YOU WILL KEEP MY UNIT BOOKED?
This is all we do! We have been in the industry for about 20 years and have consistently produced unmatched income for our Owners. That is why we stay focused on that and leave the Upkeep to the Owners, as we can never be as good as you in taking care of your own property. This is how we generate the top income we can, as we do have the TOP marketing outreach, systems, past performance and current market outlook for different locations, including ski and sun resorts.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO GO LIVE?
It takes about 72 hours to go live from the time you submit all needed information.
AM I ABLE TO SPEAK WITH A LIVE PERSON IF I NEED ASSISTANCE?
Absolutely! We are available for you via phone and email.
HOW SOON SHOULD I EXPECT TO SEE A BOOKING?
Hard to predict as it depends on the season, minimum night stays, and the pricing you would like to use, but if all is as expected, it should be very soon after listing. Our properties average about 45 reservations per year and between 220 and 300 nights booked.
WHO SUBMITS THE LODGING TAXES?
The Owner
WHO DETERMINES THE NIGHTLY RATES?
You can share your preferred rates, minimum nights and availability in the initial set up questionnaire. We offer a Matrix base approach for market trends and maximizing your income.
AM I LOCKED INTO A LONG-TERM CONTRACT WITH ESCALA?
No! Our straightforward electronic contract can be canceled with a 7 day notice. All future reservation must be honored.
WHO COLLECTS REVIEWS?
We will solicit reviews for your property on your behalf and will post them accordingly on our site. We do not have control over the reviews posted on the other outlets.
WILL MY UNIT HAS IT'S OWN WEBSITE?
Yes! Your unit will have its own listing page on our site, which you can send to anyone who would like to see it or book it and they can make a reservation online using their credit card.
WILL YOU TAKE PHOTOS OF MY UNIT?
No – owners are responsible for providing us with professional photos of their unit, which they have the intellectual rights to, but we can recommend good photographers in your area.
WHAT IS THE DOWNSIDE OF LISTING WITH ESCALA?
Is there one? We do not see it…
CAN YOU HELP ME PURCHASE AN INVESTMENT PROPERTY?
Producing cashflow is what we do! One of the benefits of partnering with Escala is finding the right properties that make financial sense to invest in. We are overseeing multiple markets and can assist you with insights and advise you in identifying the right property for a successful investment. We create opportunities via our large network of realtors and investors we partner with. We have a licensed Real Estate agent that can assist you grow and expand your portfolio.