Property Management

Interior Supplies

• Clean mattress pads for every bed
• 2 Clean sheet sets for each bed, with no stains, rips or tears.
• Clean pillows and pillowcases
• At least one nice blanket and an attractive bedspread or comforter for each bed.
• Clean Towel sets for each guest, with no rips, tears or stains (and back up sets, depends on occupancy).
• Kitchen to be equipped for maximum unit occupancy and is to include:
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toaster
  • Microwave
  • Assorted Mixing Bowls
  • Pots & Pans with Lids
  • Roasting Pan
  • Water and Wine Glasses
  • Full Set of Dishes
  • Silverware
  • Serving & Cooking Utensils
  • Can Opener & Corkscrew
  • Hot Pads & Dish Towels
• TV with Cable
• Wifi
• DVD/Blue Ray Player(optional)
• Docking station highly recommended
• Functioning Smoke Detectors, Co2 Alarms & Fire Extinguishers
• Extra batteries – all sizes
• Extra light bulbs – kept supplied throughout the year
• Candles, matches and flashlight
• Cleaning Supplies
  • Working vacuum cleaner with extra bags and belts
  • Broom with dust pan
  • Detergent for dishwasher & sink
  • Laundry Soap
  • Sponges
  • Garbage Bags
  • Paper Towels
  • Broom
• Furnishings must be clean and in good repair. Must be adequate for the maximum occupancy of the house. If the home sleeps 8 people, it must have adequate seating at the dining table or dining plus bar for 8.
•  Bedrooms need good lighting for reading and must have a dresser and/or closet.
• Washer/Dryer

Exterior Supplies

• Trash Cans and secure Bear Bin.
• Water & Sewer
• Snow removal for your parking areas, clearly marked with snow stakes during the winter months. It is understood that the agent may hire, at owner’s expense, someone to hand shovel steps and walkways at the start of each winter rental.
• Snow Shovels (even condos)
• Firewood
• Window screens on all windows and sliding doors
• Adequate exterior lighting (motion lighting is most efficient)
• House address posted to ensure good visibility from the street
• Hot Tub (optional)
  • Service contract with local spa service
  • Chemicals
  • Locks or security device
  • Clearly displayed instructions for operation

We Strongly Recommend the Following

• Blender
• Telephone with number clearly displayed
• Flat Screen TV’s
• BBQ (gas only, per Placer County)
• Dishwasher
• Assorted games and puzzles
• Designated area to store ski gear such as a mudroom or protected entry
• Outdoor Deck/Patio Furniture (summer only)

Vacation Tahoe’s Responsibilities

• Personally check each property prior to and after each rental
• Ensure proper security of home upon rental guest departures (heat down, water off, all doors and windows locked)
• Note any damages and report any maintenance problems to owner immediately
• Contact local repairmen to complete any necessary repairs
• Schedule housekeeping services and perform inspections
• Make all payments to vendors and housekeepers for services rendered

Owner Responsibilities

• Maintain property to ensure properly functioning appliances, furnishings, window coverings, ect.
• Replace bedding/towels as needed, including pillows, mattress and mattress pads.
• Annual window & carpet cleaning
• Semi-annual deep cleans
• Pest control
• Spa service if applicable
• Snow Removal

Guest Responsibilities

• Empty trash
• Strip beds
• Start laundry
• Secure property upon departure
• Reduce heat setting to 55 degrees

Income – considerations include:

• Availability for rent during peak periods (owner usage can be blocked off for any dates, no restrictions)
• Proximity to local attractions
• Square footage and number of beds
• Overall condition of property
• Homeowner amenities:
  • such as pool, tennis, beach access

Tax Benefits:

• Property depreciation
• Deductions for home maintenance, repairs & cleaning
• Deductions for property management fees
  • Contact your tax consultant for further information

Home supervision for remote owners:

• Your home is checked before and after each renter.
• Cleaning
• General Maintenance
• Snow Removal Needs
• Emergency Response