Hi all - my partner and I purchased a property in Victoria in 2018 after being unable to afford one in Vancouver. We couldn't quit our law jobs in Vancouver right away to move to Victoria full-time, so we started renting out our property on AirBnB. We highly recommend it!
In fact we've done so well since then that we started a vacation rental management company - Host Happy ** - for anyone interested. We'd love to tell you more about the Victoria market, what you could earn, the legalities, etc. We can help you find the perfect property if you don't have one already, or we can manage your property for you to help you maximize your revenue. We consistently command above-market rates because we offer amazing customer service and transform your space into a one-of-a-kind rental which highlights Victoria's amazing local art and products. Oh and @Wendy478 yes, we obtain third-party liability insurance in addition to AirBnB's insurance for all of the properties we manage - we think it's worth it, just in case.
We love Victoria and think it's the perfect place for a vacation rental - there is year-round tourism, especially from the States, amazing local artists, delicious food, a charming downtown core and beautiful nature. If you're thinking of starting an air bnb in Victoria we'd love to help answer your questions 🙂**
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