ANSWERING YOUR QUESTIONS

The Commission Free Program

1. Is there a commission fee for using Escala’s services?

• Absolutely not! We do not charge the Owners for the booking any kind of commission or fee. We charge the guest a small booking fee.

2. Do I need to commit to long-term contracts?

• No commitment required! We understand flexibility is key, and there are no long-term contracts involved.

3. 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.

4. Can I directly communicate with my guests?

• Yes, you have direct communication with your guests, welcoming them personally and making their stay special.

5. 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.

6. What technology and expertise does Escala bring to the table?

• We leverage state-of-the-art technology and over 20 years of expertise in the vacation rental industry to market, price, and book your property.

7. Do I get my own online page for marketing my unit?

• Yes, you get a dedicated online page to market to past guests, friends, and family, allowing them to book directly online using their credit card.

8. What’s Escala’s track record in producing income for property owners?

• With a proven track record of 20 years and no management fees, we have consistently generated unmatched income for our partners.

9. How does Escala ensure guest satisfaction?

• Rest assured, your guests are well taken care of, resulting in positive online reviews and peace of mind for you.

10. Can I continue marketing and making reservations independently?

• Absolutely! You can continue marketing and taking reservations for your property independently.

11. Which platforms does Escala use for marketing outreach?

• We have an extensive marketing outreach, including popular platforms like Airbnb, VRBO, HomeAway, TripAdvisor, and many more.

12. How does Escala help maximize my income?

• We transfer OTA’s booking fees directly to guests, ensuring you receive more income. Our dynamic pricing tool optimizes income based on various factors.

13. Are there additional services like vendor connections and tax filing assistance?

• Yes, we connect you with local vendors for setup, including cleaning and maintenance. We also assist with tax filing through reputable services.

14. Is there any downside to joining Escala’s program?

• There’s really no downside – only benefits! Maximize your cash flow and consider additional lucrative investments for your portfolio.

15. Can Escala help with increasing my income through advertising?

• Absolutely! Our program is perfect for increasing your income. You can advertise with us in addition to having a property management company.

OVERVIEW: 

• NO Commission Split
• Huge online presence for your listing on over 20+ different channels
• Proven Record for Producing the Top Dollar
• Optimizing and Managing each listing to unleash all its potential
• Upon a new reservation the Owner is notified with the contact information for the guest and the traveler will receive a confirmation with the Owners contact information, introducing each other for a flawless vacation
• We collect the payments from the guest, and pay the Owner once a month – by the 5th of the month for all reservations checked out the previous month, including the cleaning fee and lodging taxes.
• Owner has 24/7 access to our system to block any dates, manage descriptions and overview the income
• Innovative Apps will be provided to all set-up vendors you work with that will receive live updates in a few short instances as soon as the new reservation is made, a new review is submitted, and any feedback. Empowering them for a Job well done! An effective way that has proven success for quality!
• Automated personal messages are set up to welcome all guests for You, share them so your guests feel supported, including check-up upon arrival.
• Innovated Guest App that provides all check-in information assigned from you, interactive activities and your favorite spots lists loaded for them.

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.

What’s the process to list with Escala?

How much do you charge?

• We are commission free listing platform. 

How do you make money?

We charge the guest a small booking fee- currently $150.00.

WHY ESCALA?

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 as you get to keep your earnings. We save that for you, to give you the opportunity to reinvest and purchase more properties, grow your portfolio an be at a much better place in the near future.

Where is my property going to 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

Utilizing our systems in place make communicating with your guests and vendors flawlessly!

That is how it is easily manageable to handle the next few questions effortlessly:

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.