About iTrip: Who We Are and How We Got Started
Who is iTrip®? We’re the largest franchise brand in the short-term rental property management industry. When you dig a little deeper, you’ll realize we’re more than a company. We’re a network of franchisees, professional short-term rental property managers working on behalf of thousands of property owners and investors around the world. We’re also a collaborative company that enables our franchisees to provide boutique care and technology to maximize rental property investments.
Keep reading to learn how iTrip got its start and how we’ve made a name for ourselves in a growing and top-of-mind industry.
How Our Property Management Franchise Got Its Start
iTrip began in 2008, when founders Steve Presley, Todd Morrison, and Tom Bissmeyer, each short-term rental property owners, realized both property owners and guests needed a higher level of service than what was available. They conducted in-depth research, analyzed the short-term rental industry from numerous angles and identified some of the market’s greatest needs, pain points, and growth areas. Afterwards, they quickly saw an opportunity to offer unique services to both rental property homeowners and travelers while not penalizing and restricting vacation rentals. From there, iTrip Vacations was born.
In July 2015, our founders began franchising the iTrip business model to professionals who wanted to own their own business and become part of a national brand. In 2023, iTrip Vacations became iTrip. The company shortened the name in the hopes of offering a more concise branding image.
As of August 2023, some brand highlights include:
- 4,000+ properties currently under iTrip management
- $1B+ in lifetime booking revenue generated from iTrip properties
- 100+ locally owned and operated iTrip franchise locations
- 80+ online travel agency and distribution partnerships
We’re exceptionally proud of our brand’s growth over the years, and our team never stops working to build on iTrip’s success to keep our franchisees ahead of the competition.
No Industry Experience? No Problem!
If you’re excited by the idea of becoming part of the short-term rental industry but are concerned because you don’t have a background in it — don’t worry! We ensure our new franchisees receive comprehensive initial training that prepares them for all aspects of running their business. Our experts will be on hand during training sessions when we cover topics like:
- How to find and reach new property owners
- How to find and meet with real estate agents, vendors, and other resources
- How to market your franchise to reach the best audience
- How to create quotes and bookings
- How to leverage our in-house software
- And much more operational tips and processes!
We’re committed to the establishment and ongoing progress of our franchisees, and work hard every day to provide the best tools available.
To learn how iTrip is a leader in the short-term rental property management industry and how you can become part of it, get in touch with our team today!
