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Smedvig Capital join Minut Series B round investing $5m to capitalize on strong growth

December 7, 2023

Smedvig Capital join Minut Series B round investing $5m to capitalize on strong growth

Smedvig Capital has invested $5m in short-term rental property monitoring leader Minut, raising the total of the Series B round to $20m. Smedvig joins Almaz Capital, Zenith, Kompas, Karma, KPN Ventures, SOSV, Verve, and other existing investors.

Scaling Your Short-Term Rental Business: 6 Strategies to Grow Your Portfolio

December 6, 2023

Scaling Your Short-Term Rental Business: 6 Strategies to Grow Your Portfolio

See what tools to use, how to understand STR markets & how to make your brand memorable so you can scale operations & win more guests & homeowners.

Vacation Rental House Rules: How to Set the Right Expectations (+Template)

December 6, 2023

Vacation Rental House Rules: How to Set the Right Expectations (+Template)

Protect your property and ensure your guests have a safe stay with our list of the most important vacation rental house rules.

Enjoy a serene month of December with Minut and KeyNest: a guide for property managers and hosts

December 5, 2023

Enjoy a serene month of December with Minut and KeyNest: a guide for property managers and hosts

Read on to learn more about Minut's collaboration with leading smart key exchange service KeyNest and unlock an exclusive holiday offer.

Keep Your Hotel Smoke-Free: A How-to Guide

November 29, 2023

Keep Your Hotel Smoke-Free: A How-to Guide

Learn 5 tips to prevent smoking at your hotel, keeping your guests happy and your cleaning costs low.

NoiseAware vs Roomonitor vs Minut

November 29, 2023

NoiseAware vs Roomonitor vs Minut

In this blog post, we'll compare NoiseAware and Roomonitor through detailed features lists. We'll also explore Minut, from cigarette and window break detection to guest messaging, and more.

How Minut helps MYP Services unlock operational efficiency and cut down on costs on their properties in Australia

November 28, 2023

How Minut helps MYP Services unlock operational efficiency and cut down on costs on their properties in Australia

Read on to find out how we help Australian property management service MYP Services cut down on costs and protect over 60 properties in party-prone areas.

Enable new growth strategies and protect your vacation rentals with elina and Minut

November 21, 2023

Enable new growth strategies and protect your vacation rentals with elina and Minut

Read on to learn more about our integration with elina, an all-in-one property management solution aiming to inspire and enable hospitality providers through ideas and innovation.

Introducing Host Happy: your new favorite hub of vacation rental industry info and tips

November 20, 2023

Introducing Host Happy: your new favorite hub of vacation rental industry info and tips

Read on to learn more about Host Happy, your new favorite free platform dedicated to delivering the best vacation rental industry tips and news.

Minut vs NoiseAware: Which Solution is Best for Your Vacation Rental Property

November 17, 2023

Minut vs NoiseAware: Which Solution is Best for Your Vacation Rental Property

Use this comprehensive breakdown to see which tool, Minut or NoiseAware, will best help you protect your STR properties and scale your business.

How Minut helps Check Vienna improve operational efficiency and protect their beautiful Viennese homes

November 9, 2023

How Minut helps Check Vienna improve operational efficiency and protect their beautiful Viennese homes

Read on to learn how Minut helped Viennese property management company Check Vienna double down on operational efficiency while saving costs and improving guest experience.

Best Thermostats for Airbnb and Vacation Rental: Optimizing Comfort and Efficiency

November 8, 2023

Best Thermostats for Airbnb and Vacation Rental: Optimizing Comfort and Efficiency

Remotely monitor and adjust temperatures in your unit, saving energy while keeping your guests comfortable with these four smart thermostats for Airbnbs.

How igloo uses Minut to automate operations and provide the best guest experience in their vacation rentals

November 2, 2023

How igloo uses Minut to automate operations and provide the best guest experience in their vacation rentals

Read on to find out how Scotland-based self-catering agency igloo uses Minut to protect their luxurious lodges and improve guest experience across their vacation rental portfolio.

Vacation Rental Smart Home Tech: Adding Value to Your Business

October 25, 2023

Vacation Rental Smart Home Tech: Adding Value to Your Business

Use these insights on vacation rental smart home tech to make your properties safer, guests happier, and business more profitable & scalable.

5 Best Smart Locks for Short-Term Rentals

October 25, 2023

5 Best Smart Locks for Short-Term Rentals

Keep your properties safe and guests happy with vacation rental smart locks. Here are our picks for the five best locks on the market.

Increase profits and protect your vacation rental property thanks to Icnea and Minut's winning formula

October 24, 2023

Increase profits and protect your vacation rental property thanks to Icnea and Minut's winning formula

Today, we're thrilled to announce our integration with Icnea, a leading all-in-one property management solution based in Barcelona! Read on to find out how Minut and Icnea can help you increase profits and protect your vacation rental property.

Best Party Squasher Alternatives to Protect Your Vacation Rentals

October 23, 2023

Best Party Squasher Alternatives to Protect Your Vacation Rentals

See the 10 key features for STR property protection & the 3 best devices, including an all-in-one noise and occupancy monitor with smoke detection.

Roomonitor Alternatives: The Best Noise and Occupancy Monitors for Your STR Business

October 20, 2023

Roomonitor Alternatives: The Best Noise and Occupancy Monitors for Your STR Business

Learn about the best tools for protecting your STR properties, including noise & occupancy monitoring, and an all-in-one home protection system.

How to Comply with Short-Term Rental Regulations: Tips and Insights

October 19, 2023

How to Comply with Short-Term Rental Regulations: Tips and Insights

Use this guide on STR regulations to see the key areas of law to understand, examples from multiple regions, steps to stay compliant & actionable tips.

The Best Cigarette Smoke Detectors to Protect Your Vacation Rental

October 18, 2023

The Best Cigarette Smoke Detectors to Protect Your Vacation Rental

Discover the top three cigarette smoke detectors for keeping your short-term rental properties safe from costly damage.

NoiseAware Alternatives: The 3 Best Solutions for Protecting Your Short-Term Rentals

October 17, 2023

NoiseAware Alternatives: The 3 Best Solutions for Protecting Your Short-Term Rentals

Looking for the best way to protect your properties from unruly guests and other risks? See our top 3 NoiseAware alternatives and what they offer.

Setting Your Airbnb Guest Maximum and Managing Additional Guests

October 17, 2023

Setting Your Airbnb Guest Maximum and Managing Additional Guests

See our insights on regulations, Airbnb policies, fees and software to protect your homeowner and business interests — STR property management SOP included.

7 steps for protecting your vacant vacation rental property

October 17, 2023

7 steps for protecting your vacant vacation rental property

Worried about the risks of having a vacant short-term rental property? Follow these 8 steps and protect your units when they go unoccupied.

How to Detect Cigarette Smoke in Vacation Rentals: A Guide for Property Managers

October 17, 2023

How to Detect Cigarette Smoke in Vacation Rentals: A Guide for Property Managers

Want to protect the value of your vacation rental? Read our guide on how to detect cigarette smoke and prevent guests from causing property damage.

Smart tech in short and mid-term rentals: Why Texas-based Lodgeur chose Minut for home monitoring – and saved thousands in the process

October 10, 2023

Smart tech in short and mid-term rentals: Why Texas-based Lodgeur chose Minut for home monitoring – and saved thousands in the process

In this case study, find out why Texas-based host Lodgeur chose Minut as their solution for home monitoring and how they saved thousands in the process.