FAQ
Welcome to our FAQ section, where we aim to provide answers to some of the most common questions our Clients and visitors have
Luminous Properties is a global real estate and hospitality brand specializing in investment-ready properties and short-term rental management. We help buyers not only acquire high-performing properties but also optimize them for consistent cash flow through professional vacation rental operations.
We do both.
Luminous Properties helps clients purchase investment properties, and Luminous Vacations manages them end-to-end after closing. This includes listing optimization, pricing, guest experience, and revenue management—creating a seamless, hands-off investment.
We focus on:
-Turn-key condos and villas
-Short-term rental–approved developments
-Lock-off units and multi-income layouts
-Beachfront, resort-style, and high-demand urban locations
Our core markets include the Caribbean, Mexico, Guyana, Canada, and select U.S. cities.
We support buyers from start to finish, including:
-Property selection based on ROI and rental performance
-Developer and seller due diligence
-Market analysis and pricing comparisons
-Coordination with lawyers, notaries, and escrow
-Guidance on closing costs, timelines, and ownership structures
-Pre-launch STR strategy before closing
Our goal is to ensure you’re buying a property that works as an investment, not just looks good on paper.
Yes. Many of our clients are international buyers from the U.S., Canada, Europe, and the diaspora. We assist with:
-Remote purchasing and virtual walkthroughs
-Local legal and banking guidance
-Cross-border ownership considerations
-Furnishing, setup, and launch without the buyer being onsit
Yes. We only promote properties that are short-term rental friendly or have clear STR pathways. This includes developments with rental permissions, condo bylaws that allow STRs, and markets where short-term rentals are legally viable.
Once you close, we can:
-Set up and optimize listings on Airbnb, Booking.com, VRBO, and direct bookingStage and prepare the unit for guests
-Implement dynamic pricing and revenue management
-Handle guest communication, cleaning coordination, and reviews
-Provide monthly performance reports
You can choose to be hands-on or completely passive.
We focus on:
-Data-driven pricing (updated multiple times per week)
-High-conversion listing design and photography guidance
-Multi-platform exposureUpsell services and concierge experiences
-Guest experience systems that drive 5-star reviews and repeat stays
Our strategy is built to maximize occupancy, nightly rates, and long-term asset value.
Fees vary by market and service level. Typically:
-Property management ranges from 10%–20% depending on portfolio size
-Consulting and advisory services may be commission-based or fixed
-Onboarding/setup fees cover systems, automation, and launch
All fees are clearly outlined before onboarding.
Because we combine:
-Real estate sales insight
-Hospitality and STR expertise
-Revenue management and branding
-International market experience
We don’t just sell properties or manage bookings—we build income-producing assets.
