Should I Be Home During the Rental?
🏠 It’s entirely up to you. Many hosts prefer to be home during sessions — especially for early bookings — but it’s not required.
Here are the pros and cons:
✅ If You’re Home:
- 👋 You can greet renters and make sure they follow the rules
- 🛠️ You’re available to help if anything goes wrong
- 🚨 Added peace of mind for first-time hosts
✅ If You’re Not Home:
- 📲 Make sure your instructions are crystal clear
- 🔒 Be sure to secure any areas not meant for renter use
- 📸 Consider using outdoor cameras or motion alerts for monitoring (optional and legal in most cases)
💡 Many experienced hosts move to “self-service” rentals once they’ve built confidence with renters and set clear rules.