Barefoot Technologies Blog- Vacation Rental Industry News

8 Questions Every Property Manager Should Ask Before Expanding Into Mid-Term and Extended Stays

The line between vacation rentals, corporate housing, and extended stays is disappearing fast.

Improve Guest Experience, Strengthen Operations, and Increase Visibility Across Your Portfolio

At Barefoot Technologies, our focus has always been helping vacation rental managers run stronger, more accountable businesses. From full and true trust accounting to flexible, customizable operations, Barefoot serves as the foundation for how our clients manage and grow their portfolios.

Barefoot Technologies Announces Major UI/UX Advancements in Barefoot Agent 5.0

Barefoot Technologies is excited to announce the continued evolution of the Barefoot platform with the rollout of Barefoot Agent 5.0, the fifth major generation of the company’s property management system. These enhancements reflect significant progress in user experience, platform performance, and operational efficiency while continuing to build on the infrastructure that has defined Barefoot for decades.

Book Direct Day Is Coming: Put Your Direct Channel to Work 

OTAs Fill Nights. Direct Bookings Build Businesses. 

If you want more control over revenue, guest relationships, and brand loyalty- February 4 matters. 

Successful Software Implementation: Building Momentum That Lasts

Transitioning to new property management software isn’t just a technical project—it’s a business transformation. It touches every department, every process, and ultimately, every guest and owner experience you deliver.

Leading the Way: The Origins and Ongoing Impact of VRPOMe in Maine 

In 2013, a small but determined group of Maine vacation rental professionals came together with one mission: to protect the future of vacation rentals in their state. What began as a grassroots response to a proposed piece of legislation has evolved into a respected organization that advocates, educates, and unites the industry — the Vacation Rental Professionals of Maine (VRPOMe, Inc.). 

Preparing for Fall: How Barefoot’s Owner Portal Keeps Owners Informed and Engaged

As the busy summer travel season winds down, fall becomes a critical time for property managers and owners. While guests may shift from long vacations to weekend getaways and holiday planning, owners are looking closely at their property performance and preparing their homes for the months ahead.

Barefoot Technologies, a leading provider of short-term, mid- and long rental management software with full trust accounting, today announced a new partnership with Clearview Merchant Services, a payment processing company focused on transparency, simplicity, and real savings.