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What Eight Years in a Hotel Taught Me About Running a Business
Pedro Reis spent eight years managing a four-star hotel in Crickhowell before building Guesture — six of them simultaneously running short-term rentals unpaid. This is what that background actually taught him, and why it matters for every property he manages today.
Pedro Reis
Apr 103 min read
Why Hotel Expertise Makes Guesture Worth the Premium: The True Cost of "Cheap" Property Management
Why do some managers charge 12% while others ask 20%? The "cheap" option often costs more in the long run. Nia Reis explores why low fees usually mean cutting corners—on guest screening, inspections, and proactive care. At Guesture, we apply hotel-grade standards to ensure your property doesn’t just survive, but thrives. Discover what "premium" really buys you, from higher nightly rates to 5-star peace of mind. It’s time to look beyond the headline fee and choose true value.
Pedro Reis
Feb 11 min read
8 Years, 6 Years Unpaid, Zero Shortcuts: Introducing Pedro Reis - The Hotel Manager Who Built Wales' Most Selective Vacation Rental Company
The Hotel Manager Who Built Guesture: 6 Years Unpaid
The 182-Day Rule: What Every Cardiff Property Owner Needs to Know
The 182-day letting threshold in Wales could mean the difference between paying council tax and paying nothing at all. Guesture explains why this Wales-specific rule is one of the most overlooked advantages in Cardiff STR.
The Plum Guide Standard: Why We Only Work With Properties That Can Pass It
Plum Guide rejects 97% of properties. Guesture only works with the ones that can meet that standard - or commit to getting there. Pedro Reis explains why selectivity is a principle, not a policy.
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