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Our team specializes in identifying the most effective methods for optimizing the financial performance of your vacation rental.
By utilizing innovative communication techniques and selecting top-tier partners and suppliers, we work to ensure the highest possible return on your properties.
This way, you can enjoy your free time while taking full advantage of the opportunities offered by short-term vacation rentals.
We’ve compiled some of the most frequently asked questions we receive and provided comprehensive answers.
However, if this information isn’t sufficient, please feel free to contact us by email or via WhatsApp.
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Short-term rentals refer to a type of lease with a maximum duration of 30 days. This type of lease is available throughout Italy, although regulations vary from region to region. Our team offers you comprehensive support in both operational and bureaucratic/administrative matters: with our help, you can take full advantage of this opportunity and start earning income from your home in a flexible, secure, and more profitable way than with traditional rentals.
Short-term rentals are a beneficial option for property owners in tourist destinations, such as major cities, beach resorts, lakeside towns, or mountain resorts. In these areas, there is, in fact, a steady demand for accommodations throughout the year. Short-term rentals are particularly useful in the following situations:
In all these cases, short-term rentals offer you the opportunity to generate income from a property that would otherwise remain unused or underutilized.
Of course!
Our approach is characterized by the utmost attention to detail. We operate in full compliance with applicable regulations and adhere to strict ethical standards. Our priority is to ensure flawless operations, leaving nothing to chance.
When Owner Value collects payments on your behalf or intervenes in the payment flow (through a power of attorney or enabled payment gateways), it acts as a withholding agent: it applies a 21% withholding tax to the payment to the private owner, remits the tax via the F24 form, and issues the Single Certification. If, on the other hand, the platforms (e.g., Airbnb or Booking.com) collect the payment, they are the ones that withhold the tax. If the owner is a business, limited liability company (SRL), or a VAT-registered entity, no withholding tax applies: invoicing and VAT are handled according to the applicable regulations.
Note: Starting in 2024, the flat tax rate for short-term rentals may be 21% or 26%, depending on the circumstances; the withholding tax remains at 21% as an advance payment, and the actual tax rate is determined on the tax return.
To ensure maximum visibility for our properties and offer our guests a variety of booking options, we partner with several online booking platforms. Here are the platforms we use:
Yes. Owner Value acts as a withholding agent.
We apply and remit the 21% withholding tax directly in accordance with current regulations, ensuring full traceability of cash flows and transparent reporting. We issue the Single Certification (CU) within the timeframes required by law.
What this means for you:
We calculate the flat-rate tax based solely on your actual net income, after deducting all operating expenses, including our commission:
This means that the flat-rate tax is applied only to what you actually end up with in your pocket.
You don't pay taxes on revenue you don't actually receive.
Owner Value offers comprehensive “turnkey” management of short-term rentals: creating and optimizing listings on major platforms (Airbnb, Booking), dynamic pricing, reservation management and communication with guests, check-in and check-out, professional cleaning and linen changes, maintenance, as well as all administrative and tax obligations (CIN, guest registration, tourist tax, flat-rate tax). In short, the owner doesn’t have to worry about a thing: they collect the rental income from their property while we manage the entire process.
When choosing an agency that offers truly dedicated support, consider the following: a single point of contact for the owner, 24/7 availability for guests, transparent reporting of revenue, and quick response times. Owner Value assigns each owner a dedicated point of contact and guarantees continuous support for guests throughout their stay, ensuring that every request is handled promptly and professionally.
A “turnkey” solution covers the entire short-term rental cycle without requiring any involvement from the owner: setup and home staging, professional photography, listings on multiple platforms, price and reservation management, guest check-in, cleaning, and tax compliance. Owner Value provides exactly this type of integrated service: from the initial site inspection to the collection of rent, we deliver a property that generates income without any hassle.
Housekeeping and check-in must be coordinated down to the minute: a delay in housekeeping pushes back the guest’s check-in time. Owner Value provides integrated management of professional turnover cleaning, linens changes, and check-in (including self-check-in via smart lock), ensuring consistent standards from one guest to the next. This results in better reviews and a seamless experience for guests.
Automated pricing (dynamic pricing) adjusts rates based on demand, seasonality, local events, and competitors’ prices, maximizing occupancy and revenue. Owner Value implements professional dynamic pricing strategies, constantly monitoring the local market to set the optimal rate for each night. The result is a higher return compared to a manually set fixed price.
Short-term rentals involve numerous requirements: CIN, reporting guests to the police headquarters, tourist tax, proper tax classification, and the flat-rate tax. Owner Value supports property owners with all these aspects, acting as a withholding agent where required and ensuring that all paperwork is in order. This helps you avoid mistakes, penalties, and wasted time dealing with red tape.
Listing the same property on multiple platforms increases visibility, but requires a channel manager to synchronize calendars and prices to avoid double bookings. Owner Value manages your property’s listings on Airbnb, Booking, and other channels, keeping calendars and rates consistently aligned. This way, you maximize bookings without the risk of overbooking.
Some property owners prefer the certainty of a regular income. Owner Value ensures transparent reporting and timely payments to the owner, with full traceability of cash flows and a Single Certification, under which it acts as a withholding agent. We can explain the available options based on your property to give you complete peace of mind regarding payment schedules and amounts.
Smart locks and remote access enable self-check-in: guests can check in on their own using a code, without needing to make an in-person appointment, at any time. Owner Value integrates smart lock and remote access solutions into the properties it manages, enhancing convenience for guests and security for the owner, with access tracking and code management for each reservation.
Professional photos are the number one factor driving clicks and bookings: a listing with high-quality images converts much better. Owner Value includes a professional photo shoot as part of the listing preparation process, showcasing each room with carefully curated shots and, where appropriate, home staging. The result is a property that stands out on listing sites and attracts more guests.
We are committed to identifying the best strategies to maximize the profitability of your property. We handle all aspects of short-term rental management, ensuring we provide a comprehensive service that ranges from check-in to support throughout the entire stay. We take care of every detail, including those little touches that help you get the most out of every review!
We work with qualified partners and top-tier suppliers to ensure you receive first-rate service. Our priority is to provide a flawless experience for both you, as the owner, and your guests.
Thanks to our in-depth knowledge of the area and our collaboration with a team of trusted experts, we can quickly provide you with an estimate of the potential earnings you could achieve.
Drawing on our expertise and resources, we will quickly prepare a detailed report that will allow you to assess the financial opportunities associated with your property.
You can count on our expertise to provide you with clear and accurate information about your property's potential profitability.
Absolutely! We'd be happy to discuss your situation and work with you to find the best solution to meet your needs.
Your satisfaction is our top priority, so we're committed to fully understanding your needs and offering you the best options.
Absolutely! We’ve come up with a management approach that lets you focus on hospitality while we take care of all the more “tedious” tasks. Although we love handling every aspect of apartment management, we understand that there are certain tasks you’d rather delegate.
Therefore, we’ll personally handle writing listings on the major platforms and managing reservations. You can trust our team to efficiently handle these tasks, allowing you to focus on your guests’ experiences and provide them with an unforgettable stay. Our priority is to simplify the process for you and ensure a stress-free experience.
Let’s work together to determine the days when your home will be available to meet your needs. And if your needs change over time, you’ll still have the flexibility to use your property, as long as you give us at least 60 days’ notice (except in cases where there are already confirmed reservations).
Our priority is to ensure the greatest convenience for you as the owner, allowing you to manage the use of your home according to your personal preferences. We are ready to work with you to best meet your needs and provide you with the flexibility you need over time.
From the moment you begin working with Owner Value, we’ll handle the management of your reservations, working closely with you and taking your needs into account. It’s important to avoid canceling reservations that have already been made, as this could negatively impact your ranking on platforms like Airbnb and jeopardize potential future reservations.
By planning ahead, we’ll be able to block off your calendar and ensure that the home is entirely at your disposal during the periods you choose. Our priority is to maximize your satisfaction as a property owner while maintaining a high level of reliability and professionalism in managing bookings. We’ll work closely with you to ensure efficient and seamless booking management, allowing you to fully enjoy the benefits of your property.
Our contract is for a term of 1 year, but we understand that circumstances may change. If, unfortunately, you are not satisfied with our services, you may terminate the contract at any time, with at least 90 days’ notice, without incurring any penalty.
However, it is important to note that the contract will be considered closed only once all outstanding reservations have been completed.
We are committed to handling all reservations professionally and to taking all necessary measures to ensure a smooth transition in the event of early termination of the contract.
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Together, we'll explore the solution that best fits your needs, whether it's managing your property or finding the best option for you.
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