VRS644 - Forecasting 2026: Tech, Trust, and Transformation in Vacation Rentals with David Angotti

It's the first episode of 2026 - and that means it's time for our annual deep dive into what's happened across the vacation rental industry over the past year, and what's coming next. Back by popular demand, David Angotti joins Heather to break down the big shifts of 2025 and share what smart property managers should focus on heading into the New Year. From PMS shakeups and AI integration to a renewed focus on local hospitality, David brings a candid and insightful perspective from inside some of the industry's most talked-about brands, including his transition from Guesty to Casago. You'll hear his thoughts on how Casago is rewriting the rulebook for franchise growth, why property managers must prioritize owner relationships, and what not to settle for when choosing your tech stack in 2026. Whether you're feeling excited or overwhelmed by where the industry is heading, this conversation offers clarity, inspiration, and actionable advice to start your year strong. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 📣 Midroll Sponsor: STRAIT Chat & the AI Ambassador Program This episode is brought to you in part by the STRAIT Chat Community - an exclusive space for short-term rental pros who want deeper conversations, smarter systems, and more collaborative learning. And if you're curious about using AI in your business - whether it's for guest communication, operations, or even marketing - check out our AI Ambassador Program . It's designed to help you learn, lead, and get hands-on with the tools shaping the future of hospitality. 🌐 Learn more and join us at VacationRentalFormula.com/AI Are you listening to this podcast on the move? Get to the show notes here:

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VRS644 - Forecasting 2026: Tech, Trust, and Transformation in Vacation Rentals with David Angotti is an episode from Vacation Rental Success by MOSO Partnership Inc..

This episode is 56:40 long.

This episode was published on Dec 31, 2025.

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