As a vacation rental owner, you might be interested to read this guide on vacation rental process from inquiry to check out:
      * A traveler searches on the Internet for a home to rent.
      * A traveler sends you an inquiry with requested dates.
      * Respond promptly to the inquiry by phone or email.
      * Traveler decides to book your property.
      * Send a rental agreement and payment schedule to the guest.
      * Take a reservation deposit via credit card or ask for a check via mail.
      * Your guest signs and faxes or mails back your rental agreement with payment.
      * E-mail the guest a confirmation that you received the fax or mail.
      * Mark your calendar as “booked” for dates specified.
      * At least 30 days prior to rental date, request the balance due.
      * E-mail the guest a confirmation that you received the final payment.
      * Send guest directions and keys or key codes.
      * Guests enjoy a stay in your home.
      * Guest departs; instruct housekeeper to clean and check your home.
      * You return security deposit and ask guest to leave a review on your listing.
The list above will give you an easy guide to the flow of vacation rental process from inquiry to check out. As a vacation home owner, this will truly help you with your renting out vacation home business