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Security Deposits for Short-Term Rentals: A Practical Guide for Owners Security deposits are one of the most effective — and most misunderstood — tools in short-term rental management. Many property owners either avoid them entirely or implement them in ways that frustrate guests and create unnecessary friction. This guide explains how modern, pre-authorised security deposits work, why they differ from traditional upfront deposits, and how they protect properties across Cardi

In 2026, Cardiff’s event calendar is packed — from stadium shows and castle concerts to Six Nations weekends and summer festivals. In this post, Nia at Guesture breaks down what’s coming and what it could mean for short-stay demand and nightly rates across the city. If you own a property in Cardiff—or you've been considering entering the short-term rental market—I have some genuinely exciting news to share with you. As we've been mapping out what's ahead for our Cardiff prope

Cleanliness is the single most important factor in short-stay guest satisfaction and 5-star reviews. This guide breaks down the professional, hotel-grade cleaning standards Guesture uses to consistently achieve exceptional cleanliness feedback across a large portfolio of short-term rental properties. Written by Pedro Reis, Founder of Guesture , the article explains what “professional cleaning” actually means in practice — from room-by-room checklists and linen standards to in