Barefoot Technologies Blog- Vacation Rental Industry News

Barefoot Technologies Announces Major UI/UX Advancements in Barefoot Agent 5.0

Posted by Claiborne Yarbrough on Mar 17, 2026 2:39:52 PM

Barefoot Technologies Announces Major UI/UX Advancements in Barefoot Agent 5.0

Barefoot Technologies is excited to announce the continued evolution of the Barefoot platform with the rollout of Barefoot Agent 5.0, the fifth major generation of the company’s property management system. These enhancements reflect significant progress in user experience, platform performance, and operational efficiency while continuing to build on the infrastructure that has defined Barefoot for decades.

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Book Direct Day Is Coming: Put Your Direct Channel to Work

Posted by Kayla Thornton on Jan 30, 2026 1:28:08 PM

Book Direct Day Is Coming: Put Your Direct Channel to Work 

OTAs Fill Nights. Direct Bookings Build Businesses. 

If you want more control over revenue, guest relationships, and brand loyalty- February 4 matters. 

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Successful Software Implementation: Building Momentum That Lasts

Posted by Claiborne Yarbrough on Nov 7, 2025 12:32:32 PM

Successful Software Implementation: Building Momentum That Lasts

Transitioning to new property management software isn’t just a technical project—it’s a business transformation. It touches every department, every process, and ultimately, every guest and owner experience you deliver.

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Leading the Way: The Origins and Ongoing Impact of VRPOMe in Maine

Posted by Kayla Thornton on Oct 24, 2025 2:43:29 PM

Leading the Way: The Origins and Ongoing Impact of VRPOMe in Maine 

In 2013, a small but determined group of Maine vacation rental professionals came together with one mission: to protect the future of vacation rentals in their state. What began as a grassroots response to a proposed piece of legislation has evolved into a respected organization that advocates, educates, and unites the industry — the Vacation Rental Professionals of Maine (VRPOMe, Inc.). 

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Preparing for Fall: How Barefoot’s Owner Portal Keeps Owners Informed and Engaged

Posted by Claiborne Yarbrough on Sep 25, 2025 3:02:26 PM

Preparing for Fall: How Barefoot’s Owner Portal Keeps Owners Informed and Engaged

As the busy summer travel season winds down, fall becomes a critical time for property managers and owners. While guests may shift from long vacations to weekend getaways and holiday planning, owners are looking closely at their property performance and preparing their homes for the months ahead.

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Barefoot Technologies Announces Partnership with Clearview to Deliver Transparent Payment Solutions

Posted by Kayla Thornton on Sep 3, 2025 11:56:42 AM

Barefoot Technologies, a leading provider of short-term, mid- and long rental management software with full trust accounting, today announced a new partnership with Clearview Merchant Services, a payment processing company focused on transparency, simplicity, and real savings. 

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Hiring Solutions Engineer

Posted by Kayla Thornton on Aug 14, 2025 3:28:21 PM

Solutions Engineer – Job Description 

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How a Consultative Approach Sets You Up for Long-Term Success

Posted by Kayla Thornton on Jul 31, 2025 1:17:26 PM

How a Consultative Approach Sets You Up for Long-Term Success
Why Having a True Partner Matters in Property Management Software

When it comes to choosing a property management system (PMS), many companies focus on features, pricing, or integrations. But one of the most important factors for long-term success is often overlooked: a consultative approach.

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Bear Country's Success with RAN

Posted by Kayla Thornton on Jul 17, 2025 2:46:49 PM

Bear Country’s Success with Barefoot’s Referral Agent Network

Driving International Bookings and Partner Satisfaction

 

Overview 

Bear Country, a leader in luxury short-term accommodations, was looking for a way to manage high volumes of wholesale bookings—especially from international travel partners operating across time zones. Traditional communication methods had
become unsustainable, and the company needed a more efficient, scalable way to work with global agents. 

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Still Standing: How to Stay Sane, Strong & Human During Peak Season

Posted by Kayla Thornton on Jun 25, 2025 1:45:44 PM

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Still Standing: How to Stay Sane, Strong & Human During Peak Season

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With Coach B (Brittany Blackman)

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