Sam Brant

Why Ames Property Owners Are Choosing Professional Airbnb Management Ames, Iowa is one of the most underrated short-term rental markets in the Midwest. With Iowa State University driving consistent demand from visiting families, football weekends, graduation ceremonies, and academic conferences, property owners in Ames are sitting on a significant income opportunity. But turning that opportunity into reliable monthly revenue requires more than just listing your property on Airbnb and hoping...

If you own property in Clear Lake, Iowa and you are not running it as a short term rental this summer, you are leaving real money on the table. Clear Lake has always been one of Iowa's best kept secrets for tourism. But in 2026, the combination of growing travel demand, a packed summer events calendar, and a shift toward experience driven travel makes this the strongest opportunity the market has seen for Airbnb owners. Whether you already own a lakefront property, a condo near downtown, or a...

If you own an Airbnb near Iowa State, the revenue calendar just got bigger. On March 25, Iowa State University announced a partnership with Oak View Group, one of the largest venue management and live events companies in the world, to bring significantly more concerts, shows, and live entertainment to five on campus properties. That includes Hilton Coliseum, Jack Trice Stadium, Stephens Auditorium, Fisher Theater, and the Scheman Building. This is not a small deal. It signals a real shift in...