The warmth of a great host — and the ease of having it all handled.
We take the relentless, around-the-clock work — and the expert pricing know-how that keeps a short-term rental competitive — entirely off your plate. Your role stays clear and defined: our trusted point person on the ground.
Full-service results. The freedom of doing it yourself. And — uniquely — a model that keeps you eligible for the STR tax strategy. That's us: the middle column.
| Full-ServiceProperty manager | Our serviceModern Host StudioManagement, lite | Self-ManagingDIY / traditional co-host | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24/7 guest care & messaging | Included | Included | You handle it |
| Expert revenue & dynamic pricing | Included | Included | Hard to access alone |
| Cleaning & linen coordination | Included | Included | You arrange it |
| Your own direct-booking site | Sometimes | Included | On your own |
| Onsite presence | Their staff | You — light & defined | You — everything |
| Keeps you the material participant*The tax-strategy difference | Often at risk | Yes — by design | Yes, but all the work |
| Your day-to-day involvement | Hands-off | Hands-off | All of it |
| Management fee | 20–30%+ | 15% | No fee — your time |
*Material participation can determine whether your STR losses offset W-2 income — the one thing full-service management usually can't offer. More below.
The 24/7 guest messages, the constant pricing changes, the cleaning logistics — the demanding, expert work that leaves solo hosts behind. That's ours. Your role is clear, defined, and on the ground.
A defined, manageable role — most owners fold it into the visits they already make.
Bought your rental for the tax benefits? To write those losses against your W-2 income, you have to materially participate. Most management makes that impossible — we're designed for the opposite.
Log more than 100 hours — and more than anyone else — and you materially participate.
Hire a full-service manager and they become the top participant. Your losses slip back to passive.
We work remotely and spread work across a team, so you keep a defined onsite role — and stay the material participant.
Our in-house software — the only tool of its kind available today — logs your participation for you. Everything documented, transparent, and ready if anyone ever asks.
Modern Host Studio is not a CPA or tax advisor. Whether you qualify depends on your situation and how you document your hours — always confirm with your tax professional.
Pricing a short-term rental has never been harder — stacked platform discounts, shifting demand, daily swings. We monitor 18+ data signals and adjust daily, so your home is always priced to win the booking. Here's what that did for one Phoenix, AZ owner in their first full year with us:
Booked nights climbed from 143 to 228 — same home, same furniture. Just expert revenue management and a fully optimized listing.
Our dedicated, hospitable team looks after your guests from first message to checkout — fast, warm, and genuinely helpful. That real care is what earns the five-star reviews that keep your home booked.
Spotless turnovers and fresh, hotel-quality linens on every stay. To guarantee that standard, every home uses our vetted cleaning & linen partner — so quality never slips, in any market.
Our cleaning partner is required for every homeA boutique team that treats your home with pride and you like a friend — attentive, honest, and a pleasure to work with. Owners call us a true partner in their investment.
Great management should be easy to understand. Here's our entire pricing — in a single line.
No hidden fees, no surprises — everything above is included in your 15%.
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Serving 21 markets across 10 states — and growing
"For over two years, her team has managed our property with excellence, consistently earning 5-star reviews. We feel at ease trusting her to make sound decisions. We consider her both a partner and a friend."
"Her attention to detail and communication — with both guests and me — make all the difference. She's truly 'Johnny on the Spot.' I know my guests are in great hands."
"We started with a national company — a revolving door of managers and confusion. This was a breath of fresh air: responsive, flawless service in a warm, friendly style. A true partner."
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