Earnings depend on different factors such as location, size, condition of the property, quality of furnishings, and seasonality.
Regarda uses dynamic pricing algorithms to cross-reference market demand and major events to improve occupancy.

Our full management service operates on a commission basis: our remuneration is directly linked to your success.
We apply a variable fee between 25% and 30% on the rental income for each successful booking. This fee is not just a cost, but covers the entire Regarda service system:

• Multi-channel booking management and 24/7 guest assistance (pre, during, and post-stay).
• Professional coordination of cleaning and sanitization services.
• Marketing strategies and premium positioning on major international portals.
• Administrative and bureaucratic handling, along with property oversight.

Like traditional rentals, the owner remains responsible for fixed property maintenance costs: utilities (electricity, water, gas, Wi-Fi), condominium fees, local taxes (TARI, IMU), insurance policies, and extraordinary maintenance.

Regarda acts as a 360° Property Manager, taking care of every aspect of the property's income generation:

• Enhancement: Professional photography service, post-production, and home staging; consultancy for the initial setup of the property and potential renovations. Tailor-made commercial proposals based on the property’s unique features.
• Marketing: Publication of the listing on our official website www.regarda.it, on the main Italian and foreign OTA platforms (Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo, etc.), and through national and international tour operators and agencies. Management of bookings and online payments in compliance with European PSD2 regulations.
• Bureaucracy and Taxation: Management of bureaucratic procedures (SCIA, CIN, Police “Alloggiati Web” portal, tourist tax, ISTAT) and administrative summary filings (Model 21, rental reports, Certificazione Unica); acting as a withholding tax agent for the cedolare secca. Management of collections, reconciliations, and invoicing.
• Operations: Professional cleaning with quality control, provision of certified linens, inventory checks, washing of blankets, mattress protectors or other fabrics; check-in/check-out management with multilingual staff and 24/7 guest assistance.
• Property Protection: Routine maintenance and prompt intervention for minor repairs in coordination with the Owner; coordination with internal staff or specialized technicians; periodic inspection of the property's condition and timely reporting of any critical issues.

Regarda provides a “turnkey” service: marketing and publication on portals, payment handling, check-in and check-out, professional cleaning with certified linens, 24/7 guest support, and all administrative and bureaucratic procedures.

Regarda handles everything: opening the rental activity, police registration, collecting and paying tourist taxes to the municipality, ISTAT reporting, and tax withholding.

Italian law defines short-term rentals as rentals under 30 days. There is no minimum stay requirement; they can range from one night to 30 days. Over 30 days, different regulations apply.

The advantages of short-term rentals over long-term rentals can be summarized as follows:

• No risk of insolvency: guests always pay for their stay in advance or at check-in, depending on booking conditions.
• Property always in order: frequent cleaning, constant checks, and routine maintenance ensure lower wear and tear compared to long-term rentals.
• Zero bureaucracy: once the management mandate is signed, we handle all bureaucratic aspects.
• Greater potential profitability: short-term rentals typically generate higher income.
• Maximum flexibility: the property remains fully available to the owner for personal use.
• Investment appreciation: properties in the short-term rental circuit have higher market value as income-generating assets.

The (theoretical) prospectus that we will develop to estimate the annual income from the property derived from short-term rentals includes:

• Viewing and analysis of the property.
• Analysis of potential tourist targets.
• Analysis of tourist flows and stay requests in the area.
• Analysis of potential competitors.
• Estimation of fixed and variable costs.

Based on this data, we develop a report analyzing the annual turnover generated by short-term rentals.

Yes. Flexibility is one of the main advantages. Simply communicate the dates you are interested in or block them directly through your personal account in the owners' area, provided that the flat has not already been booked or requested by a guest.

Payments are usually made quarterly by bank transfer, following verification through a detailed report of bookings, stay dates, total rented days, and gross rental amounts. Transfers are made net of management fees and applicable taxes.

Yes. You will have 24/7 access to a reserved area where you can monitor bookings, occupancy rates, financial reports, and expenses.

The management mandate usually lasts two years, allowing the property to reach its full earning potential through strategic positioning.

• Algorithms and visibility: rankings depend on listing history.
• Income growth: optimized listings typically see a 15–20% increase between the first and second year.
• Flexibility and withdrawal: withdrawal is possible with 6 months’ notice to protect guests and operations.

From the moment the contract for the creation, optimisation and activation of the advertisement on all online booking portals (OTAs) is signed, it will take approximately 4 to 6 weeks. The best time to publish a new advertisement is between September and December.

The time it takes for the listing to receive bookings from OTAs (Booking, Airbnb, etc.) is very relative. On average, between 15 and 30 days after the listing is published, the first requests and bookings for the accommodation will start to arrive. The time frame may vary depending on the volume of requests during the period when the listing is first activated (low/medium/high/very high season/holidays/events).

• Private individuals:f you are a private individual, you can opt for the "Cedolare Secca" (flat-rate tax) at a rate of 21% (or 26% starting from the second income-generating property). As a withholding agent, the agency withholds the 21% rate as a down payment and handles the payment to the authorities, providing you with the annual Tax Certification (Certificazione Unica - CU).
  According to the “Legge di Bilancio 2026”, starting from the third property, there is a presumption of entrepreneurial activity. This classifies short-term rentals as a business activity, excluding the possibility of choosing the flat-rate tax (Cedolare Secca). Consequently, the owner is obliged to open a VAT number (Partita IVA), pursuant to Art. 35, paragraph 1, D.P.R. n. 633/1972. This involves various accounting and fiscal obligations. In the case of a sole proprietorship, one may opt for the simplified tax regime (Regime Forfettario), which is highly advantageous in fiscal terms.
• Business Entities(Companies/Corporations): If the property is owned by a company, corporate income tax regulations apply. In this case, the agency does not act as a withholding agent. The payment of taxes is the direct responsibility of the Company/Corporation. The income from short-term rentals will be included in the corporate income and subject to ordinary taxation (the flat-rate tax "Cedolare Secca" cannot be applied).

Before each stay, a credit card is required as a guarantee. On the day of arrival, a deposit will be blocked on the credit card provided at the time of booking, the value of which varies depending on the type of property booked. In addition, the main portals (such as Airbnb or Marriott) offer their own insurance coverage. At the end of your stay, the property will be checked by our staff and, in the event of obvious damage caused by the guest, the agency will intervene to report the damage and recover the reimbursement.

The business model eliminates risk; guests pay the full amount before entering the property.

Regarda directly manages facility management services. After each stay, the apartment is cleaned and sanitised by qualified staff and high-quality linen is provided, washed to industrial standards, ensuring hotel standards. These services are paid for in full by the guest. The guest is responsible for paying for any damage caused to the property.

The most sought-after properties are those that are well maintained, tastefully furnished and equipped with modern amenities. A neglected property will receive negative reviews, reducing its online visibility and future bookings. Investing in quality is essential to remain competitive and achieve maximum results.

To guarantee our guests a high-level experience and maintain the quality standards that distinguish our service, we only select apartments and villas that meet certain fundamental characteristics. In particular, to be competitive, it is recommended to offer:

• Air conditioning.
• Efficient heating.
• Washing machine.
• Fully equipped kitchen.
• Dishwasher.
• Toaster, kettle, coffee machine.
• Comfortable beds and quality linen.
• Fast Wi-Fi.
• Parking.
• Satellite TV.

Well-maintained amenities enhance the experience and increase positive reviews.

A ‘holiday home’ is a property intended exclusively for tourism, often with a specific licence and different rules depending on the region. They are considered to be genuine non-hotel accommodation facilities, intended specifically for tourism, with their own seasonal period of reference. ‘Short-term rentals’, on the other hand, refer to residential property rentals for a limited period (up to 30 days), for which a written contract is not required. The main difference lies in the regulations applied and the management methods.

To set the price of a short-term rental, several factors must be considered: market analysis, property characteristics (size, number of beds, location, amenities), property performance and market positioning, seasonality and events in the area, ancillary costs (cleaning, linen, commissions, taxes), and market demand. Many property managers use revenue managers and dynamic pricing tools that automatically adjust rates based on demand, booking window, and seasonality.

Regarda manages enquiries and bookings, communicating directly with guests. It also manages guest reviews after their stay via its OTA profiles (Booking, Airbnb, etc.). Regarda also provides assistance to guests throughout their stay, responding quickly to prevent any issues or complaints.