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Living Off Rentals


Feb 23, 2022

Joining us in this episode is an international short-term safety rental expert. He created the first vacation rental safety checklist for the vacation rental industry as the VP of the Vacation Rental Professionals of Maine and is the director of Breezeway’s safety compliance programs.

Justin Ford enlightens us about the vacation rental industry’s real-life hazards and his advocacy for safety and insurance. Integrating 13 years in the vacation rental industry as a Property Manager, 15 years as a firefighter, and 4 years in the US Coast Guard into one proponent career of risk prevention and rental expertise. He has presented to over 20 organizations worldwide and has been a consultant for the Expedia group.

This discussion on safety in rentals reveals how vacation rentals are not just like any other business. There is more to be liable for than just the general public’s stay on your property. Our guest walks us through the proper protocols and precautions to ensure the renter’s wellbeing. We’re given a heads up on the prospects of non-legal danger and how to mitigate it with the correct measures. Listen on in to find out what you can do to eliminate the risks during the commercial activity of a vacation rental stay.

Key Takeaways:
[1:50] His background in beginning his career and giving back by joining the local fire department. 

[4:15] The significant turning point from being in the vacation rental business to safety

[7:16] Justin’s analysis on the laws and reconciling it into a more accessible mandate people can set for themselves through his programs.

[10:31] Creating a standard that hasn't been done yet with perspective from the government and insurance companies as well. 

[14:19] Getting compensation for accidents is difficult when there's negligence involved. 

[16:41] A lawsuit may hold numerous people liable and getting out of it guarantees a large number of fees

[20:54] You have people from the general public engaging in commercial activity by paying property owners and taxes to the government to be able to stay in the rentals

[32:46] He highlights the whole spectrum in which owners offer their rentals but don't consider safety. 

[35:14] When providing amenities or gear, ask suppliers how much they pay in insurance. Rental companies have people signing waivers; thus, one should have a very good inspection program in place. 

[39:51]It is not a matter of if it happens, but when it happens. Short-term rentals are the most dangerous sector of the hospitality industry. 

Links:
Safety in Breezeway - safety@Breezeway.io

Justin Ford's Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rentalsafety

Living Off Rentals YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/LivingOffRentals

Living Off Rentals Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/livingoffrentals

Living Off Rentals Website - www.livingoffrentals.com

Living Off Rentals Instagram - www.instagram.com/livingoffrentals