From the Wyo Stays team. Everything to do between closing and going live — in order.
Just closed? The gap between "keys in hand" and "first five-star review" is a to-do list. Work it in order and you'll launch strong instead of scrambling. (Pairs with The First 90 Days.)
1. Legal & financial setup
- ☐ Confirm zoning + HOA clearance (should be done pre-purchase)
- ☐ Register for WY sales/use tax (see the walkthrough)
- ☐ Set up entity / business banking (separate account for the rental)
- ☐ Bind commercial STR insurance
2. Make it safe & functional
- ☐ Smoke + CO detectors installed/tested; extinguishers placed
- ☐ Smart lock, mesh wifi, smart thermostat installed
- ☐ Any immediate repairs / systems check (HVAC, plumbing, hot tub)
- ☐ Winterization items if seasonal (heat tape, shut-off labeled)
3. Furnish & stock
- ☐ Furniture, mattresses, linens, towels (to par)
- ☐ Full kitchen kit; supplies stocked to par (see Par-Stock Checklist)
- ☐ Décor and the Wyoming touches (mudroom, gear storage)
- ☐ Welcome touch supplies
4. Create the guest experience
- ☐ Digital welcome book built (see template)
- ☐ House rules + rental agreement ready (see template)
- ☐ Local guide assembled (see Sheridan Local Guide)
- ☐ Guest message templates loaded
5. Market it
- ☐ Professional photography done (shot list in hand)
- ☐ Listings written + published (Airbnb, Vrbo, direct)
- ☐ Dynamic pricing set with conservative launch rates
- ☐ Google Business Profile / direct site live
6. Operations
- ☐ Cleaner hired + onboarded to your SOP
- ☐ Vendor list built (see Trusted Vendor List)
- ☐ Bookkeeping tracker started
→ Unlock the printable onboarding checklist, or → get a free evaluation — we run this entire onboarding for new owners.