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Self-Catering Resources, Work Smart
Self-catering dictionary
2nd July 2019There is a lot of jargon floating around in this industry, it can be really hard to keep up with. This article (which we’ll update…
Latest news, Self-Catering Resources
SuperControl is helping self-catering businesses prepare for GDPR
1st March 2018The hot topic everyone is talking about right now is GDPR. What is it, what do you need to know and do, and how does it affect self-catering businesses and holiday rental owners? SuperControl Product Director Robert Kennedy explains everything in this GDPR briefing document.
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Security tips to stay safe online: extra checks
20th January 2017SuperControl booking and management system's Security Administrator shares some tips for securing all your online accounts against attack.
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Security tips to stay safe online: securing your passwords
18th January 2017SuperControl booking and management system's Security Administrator shares some tips for optimising your passwords and staying safe from online attack.
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Security tips to stay safe online: accessing your accounts
16th January 2017A comprehensive guide to help ensure you stay safe online - and your accounts stay safe from attack.
Market intelligence, Self-Catering Resources
Card payment surcharges – do you pass them on to your guests?
24th February 2016We get asked many questions when discussing the benefits of taking online payments: What about the charges? Should we pass the surcharge on to our guests? What do your other…
Market intelligence, Self-Catering Resources
The average cost of self-catering accommodation in Britain
19th October 2015We received a huge response to our blog last month on the average prices charged by self-caterers using SuperControl. So, we have broken down our stats region-by-region in order to…
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Do you offer value for money?
18th September 2015Do you think you offer value for money? No matter how luxurious or amazing a property/holiday/ location/experience, guests can be pretty harsh when asked to rate the “value” of their…
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Is your website mobile-friendly?
24th April 2015Earlier this year, Google announced that it was planning to adapt its algorithms in favour of mobile-friendly websites. This means that if your website’s not optimised for use on a…
Market intelligence, Self-Catering Resources
Visa debit card changes: what you need to know
6th March 2015New changes came into effect this month that affect the way card processors are charged by Visa for UK debit cards, which means your transaction costs could potentially increase. Previously,…
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How to stay safe on the Internet
26th September 2014Using the Internet has made everything so much more convenient – from running your business and online banking to downloading books and music, to staying in touch with friends and…
Booking behaviour, Industry forecasts, Self-Catering Resources
Get ready – 3 self-catering booking trends to expect in August
11th July 2014You probably keep an eye on your own bookings, looking for peaks and troughs to help identify patterns in your guests’ booking behaviour at different times of the year. So…
Market intelligence, Self-Catering Resources
Find out about legal changes to taking online bookings and payments
2nd July 2014The European Union Consumer Rights Directive came into force a few weeks back on the 13th June. It has been designed to achieve a high level of consumer protection when…
