Posts by Jesse Ehret
Memorable Moments from VRNation 2024
VRNation rebrands and pushes back on Airbnb One message that came through clearly was a push for property managers to differentiate their business from Airbnb and get away from competing on price. For VRNation, (formerly North West Vacation Rental Professionals), the organization’s rebranding is a signal to the world that it’s time for vacation rental…
Read MoreXimplifi, LLC. Becomes a Keeping Count Company with Recent Acquisition
Wichita, KS, US – Ximplifi, LLC., an accounting solutions provider specializing in vacation rental management, announced its acquisition by Keeping Count, a leading provider of outsourced accounting and bookkeeping services. The acquisition represents a strategic leap towards enhancing customer value, expanding service capabilities, and bringing more industry-focused solutions to market. Ximplifi founder and CEO, Jesse…
Read More4 Financial Reporting Tips for Property Managers
When you think about the myriad of things that are rapidly changing in the hospitality sector every day, companies – especially those managing short-term rentals – need to be able to leverage data effectively in order to adapt and succeed in this dynamic environment. If you’re a property manager looking to grow your organization, and…
Read MoreVRPatform + OwnerRez Partner for VRM Accounting
We are excited to share that OwnerRez users are now eligible to receive ongoing VRAccounting services thanks to the newly developed integration partnership with VRPlatform! The new integration between VRPlatform and OwnerRez allows users to automatically sync reservations, fees, and payment data into QuickBooks Online for simplified trust accounting. Outsource with Ximplifi For…
Read MoreQuickBooks Automation? Hospitality Leaders Deserve Better.
Business-process automation reduces errors and improves accuracy. More accuracy helps cut costs and saves time. Business-process automation in QuickBooks is a struggle, according to former users of this bookkeeping tool. A single connected system that integrates easily with other cloud-based systems helps eliminate time-consuming manual processes and takes full advantage of the connectivity and digital […]
Read MoreAccounting Best Practices for Property Managers
Accounting for property managers: What are the best practices to follow and how can Ximplifi help? Read the episode transcription below to learn what Jesse Ehret, CPA and CEO of Ximplifi, recommends to help property managers overcome accounting challenges and gain a better understanding of their company financials. Content has been lightly edited for brevity…
Read MoreHow a Single Source of Truth Benefits Hospitality Managers
What is a single source of truth? A single source of truth (SSOT) means that all of your company’s financial data is aggregated and stored in one place. This allows business leaders to obtain a holistic view of the company’s performance and make informed decisions based on a single point of reference. Consider this for…
Read MoreTop 5 advantages of outsourcing
Top 5 advantages of outsourcing accounting: Cost savings. Taking into consideration the full cost of full-time employees (salaries plus employer taxes, recruiting fees, and benefits, and more.), the cost of outsourcing is typically similar and often less because of the use of best practices, powerful software and access to employees on a fractional instead of…
Read MoreWhat to Look for in an Outsourced Accounting Firm for your VRM Business
What to Look for in an Outsourced Accounting Firm Here’s a common misconception about outsourcing: Any firm you choose must be better than what you already have. People assume that once they’ve selected an outsourcing firm, their problems are solved. But some firms are better than others. And while the option you choose may improve…
Read MoreOvercoming Financial Growing Pains in Vacation Rental Property Management
If you’re using Salesforce, congratulations, you’re in good company. They bill themselves as the world’s number-one CRM platform and rightfully so. I’ve been both a Salesforce user and administrator for more than 20 years, though the latter is not part of my current role. I’ve met and spoken with Mark Benioff, and he is a […]
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