Stay on top of the latest Short-Term Rental trends

As the Short-Term Rental industry grows more sophisticated, so do the financial tools powering it. In this 2026 guide, we break down the top five purpose-built fintech and accounting platforms every STR property manager should know (Clearing, QBO, Ramp, Column, and Mercury). Whether you're scaling your portfolio, optimizing your workflows, or planning for cleaner books this year, this stack will help you automate trust accounting, streamline spending, and stay audit-ready.

Falling behind on STR accounting happens - but tax season won’t wait. In this guide, we walk through how to catch up quickly if you’re behind on reconciliations, booking financials, or owner statements. Learn how to use automation tools built for Short-Term Rental managers to close out the year fast, generate accurate reports, and start the new year with clean books and peace of mind.

Year-end is one of the most stressful times for Short-Term Rental (STR) property managers... especially when it comes to preparing clean, reconciled owner statements. Owners expect clear answers around income, expenses, taxes, and deposits, and any mismatch between your statements, books, and trust account balances can lead to time-consuming questions and eroded trust. This guide walks you through how to generate year-end owner statements that actually tie out (statements that match your accounting system, trust account, and transaction records down to the last dollar).

Short‑Term Rental businesses face unique financial challenges that traditional accountants do not always understand. This article explains why STR property managers should work with accountants and bookkeepers who specialize in the industry if working with a service provider, how trust accounting differs from operational accounting and how purpose built tools like Clearing support accurate, compliant STR financial management.

Trust accounting isn’t just a compliance requirement, it’s a competitive advantage for Short-Term Rental property managers. This article breaks down how trust accounting builds homeowner confidence, enables better financial reporting, and becomes a key value-add when pitching to new clients. Learn how to position trust accounting as a benefit, not a burden.

As trust accounting requirements grow stricter across the U.S., virtual and physical cards are emerging as a powerful compliance tool for Short-Term Rental property managers. This article explores how fintech card solutions help managers track reimbursable expenses, enforce fund segregation, and streamline trust accounting workflows in regulated states like North Carolina.