The Rental Times

The Rental Times was created to give short-term rental professionals a single source for the insights that matter. With so many voices and headlines scattered across platforms, our goal is simple: to cut through the noise and deliver the essential news, trends, and updates shaping our industry.

Whether you're a professional host, a seasoned property manager, or someone growing a vacation rental business from the ground up, The Rental Times is here to keep you informed, empowered, and one step ahead.

Built by Industry Veterans

The Rental Times is powered by the team behind CiiRUS, one of the longest-standing technology providers in the short-term rental space. With over 20 years of experience operating, building, and supporting short-term rental businesses, our perspective is grounded in integrity, practical expertise, and a deep passion for the industry.

We’ve seen firsthand how knowledge can make or break a business—and we believe every host deserves access to accurate, timely information presented clearly and without clutter.

“I started The Rental Times because I believe in equipping every manager and host with the tools and knowledge to succeed—not just survive—in this ever-changing industry.” — Roberto Dicarlo, Co-Founder of CiiRUS Short-Term Rental Software

Our Mission

Integrity. Stewardship. Empowerment.

We’re staunch advocates for the short-term rental community. Our mission is to:

• Share knowledge as power — not gatekeep it
• Champion integrity in how news and data are presented
• Act as stewards of the industry’s growth and long-term sustainabilit

From regulatory changes to technology shifts, booking platform updates to guest behavior trends, we make it our responsibility to keep you in the know—so you can run your business with clarity and confidence.

Powered by CiiRUS

The Rental Times is proudly powered by CiiRUS Short-Term Rental Software, the go-to platform for rental managers seeking scalable solutions. CiiRUS helps managers grow efficiently—streamlining everything from operations and accounting to channel management, marketing, and more.

Together, CiiRUS and The Rental Times are committed to advancing the future of short-term rentals—through smarter tools and smarter insights.