Frequently Asked Questions
What's a GPO anyway?
A group purchasing organization (GPO) is a collective that leverages its total purchasing power to negotiate discounts and deals for its members. GPOs are used in many fields, like healthcare and hotels. But we broke new ground by being the first to do this for vacation rentals.
What kinds of deals are we talking about here and why can't you just tell me?
Trust us, we want to tell you what the deals are just as much as you want to know.
But we’re contractually obligated to keep that information confidential until you become a member. What we CAN tell you is that most discounts are between 30-75%, and most members save an average of $12,292 each year.
We also guarantee that no other group within the STR industry can get you a better deal with our partners.
But we’re contractually obligated to keep that information confidential until you become a member. What we CAN tell you is that most discounts are between 30-75%, and most members save an average of $12,292 each year.
We also guarantee that no other group within the STR industry can get you a better deal with our partners.
What do you mean that your discounts are the best in the industry?
Our CEO and Co-Founder is a former lawyer who knows the importance of a good contract. And we’ve negotiated all of our deals so that nobody else in the short-term rental industry can get a better discount than us from our partners.
No need to shop around and see if you can get a better price from somewhere else. We guarantee that our deal is always the best there is.
No need to shop around and see if you can get a better price from somewhere else. We guarantee that our deal is always the best there is.
How do you choose your partners?
We chose our partners because they are industry leaders whose products are we use in our own properties. If you have a recommendation for a new partners, send us an email to info@hostgpo.com.
Is there anything else besides discounts?
So happy you asked! Yes, the discounts are just the surface of what we offer our members. You also get access to hospitality products not available to the general public, access to wholesale purchasing usually only given to multi-million dollar companies, and preferable terms including shipping speeds and designated customer service representatives. Our team of experienced hosts is also on hand to provide complimentary business support and help you figure out which products are best for your specific business needs.
Am I purchasing these products from you?
No, we are not a party to any purchases made by our members. Our role is simply to get you the best deals, facilitate the ordering process, and provide guidance.
I just filled out an application. Now what?
We want to make sure everything’s on the up and up, so after you’ve filled out the application, we’ll do a quick verification of the details you’ve given us. It’s all about ensuring the integrity of HostGPO.
This process usually takes 1 – 4 business days.
This process usually takes 1 – 4 business days.
Why do I need to do a discovery call?
No need to stress–this is a laid-back chat about your background and what you’re looking for.
It’s all about verifying that you’re a good fit for HostGPO and that we’re the right group for you. Just a way to keep our community awesome and full of like-minded hosts!
It’s all about verifying that you’re a good fit for HostGPO and that we’re the right group for you. Just a way to keep our community awesome and full of like-minded hosts!
Can I tell other people about HostGPO?
Yes…and no. Yes, please please tell other hosts and vacation rental groups about us. The more members we have, the stronger we get, the better our partner deals become, and the more money and time you save.
That said, HostGPO is a group for hosts and people in the short-term rental industry, so you are not allowed to share these deals with your Aunt Stacy…sorry Aunt Stacy.
That said, HostGPO is a group for hosts and people in the short-term rental industry, so you are not allowed to share these deals with your Aunt Stacy…sorry Aunt Stacy.