How Clearing Compares to Alternatives

Clearing is a top ranked financial management software for Short-Term Rental property managers. See how we stack up against other tools, and explore the benefits that you can expect when you switch!

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Clearing Alternatives & Comparisons

There are many platforms in the vacation rental space created to help property managers with accounting. While we (unsurprisingly) believe Clearing is the best option, there are many strong alternatives we are often compared to. Based on hours of research, and current user experience/feedback, this is how we stand out!
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Spreadsheets

Is it still 1997? Spreadsheets can likely do the trick, but it will take you many more hours each month than if you were using Clearing - is your time worth it?
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REI Hub

If you're a Short-Term Rental business, managing other people's properties, Clearing will be a better fit due to it's STR focus and connectivity in the industry.
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Quickbooks

Clearing is a dedicated Short-Term Rental accounting solution, while QBO is a generic accounting software. The niche development will reduce manual work.
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Stessa

Switch to Clearing, to see how a dedicated solution to Short-Term Rentals outshines software built for generic property management companies.
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Spreadsheets

Is it still 1997? Spreadsheets can likely do the trick, but it will take you many more hours each month than if you were using Clearing - is your time worth it?
Explore

Spreadsheets

Is it still 1997? Spreadsheets can likely do the trick, but it will take you many more hours each month than if you were using Clearing - is your time worth it?
Explore

REI Hub

If you're a Short-Term Rental business, managing other people's properties, Clearing will be a better fit due to it's STR focus and connectivity in the industry.
Explore

Quickbooks

Clearing is a dedicated Short-Term Rental accounting solution, while QBO is a generic accounting software. The niche development will reduce manual work.
Explore

Stessa

Switch to Clearing, to see how a dedicated solution to Short-Term Rentals outshines software built for generic property management companies.
Explore

Spreadsheets

Is it still 1997? Spreadsheets can likely do the trick, but it will take you many more hours each month than if you were using Clearing - is your time worth it?
Explore

Frequestly Asked Questions

Our FAQs page provides valuable insights and guidance, answering your questions about Short-Term Rental financial management, bookkeeping, trust accounting, and more.

Can I create manual journal entries?

Yes, each journal entry can be customized for a specific category and property.

Can I split transactions?

Yes, you can split transactions into multiple transactions, each with different categories or property allocation.

Can I pay bills through Clearing?

Yes, you can pay vendors via ACH directly from Clearing and you can provide virtual bank accounts numbers to third party vendors for automated payments.

Can I link an external credit card?

We partner with Plaid to allow you to link external credit cards to Clearing (e.g., American Express, Chase, etc.)

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