Guaranteed Occupancy & B2B Contracts
Corporate travel is a B2B (business-to-business) industry — large organizations manage their employee lodging through Travel Management Systems (TMS) such as Amex GBT, CWT, Egencia, and Serko.
These TMS platforms form contracted partnerships between:
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Corporations (e.g., Amazon, Deloitte, Pfizer)
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TMS Providers (e.g., Amex GBT)
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Approved Lodging Suppliers (e.g., Marriott, Hilton, and now, Livily)
Livily brings this enterprise-level contracting model to the vacation rental and extended-stay sector, allowing property managers to secure guaranteed annual occupancy in exchange for corporate rate participation — connecting them directly to the $700 billion corporate travel market.
Industry Analogy: Airlines & Hotels
✈️ Airlines
Major airlines (e.g., Delta, United) often sign corporate contracts guaranteeing a set number of flight segments or seat allocations annually for enterprise clients at negotiated discounts.
In return, corporations like Deloitte or Amazon receive predictable pricing, and airlines gain assured annual revenue.
🏨 Hotels
Hotel groups (e.g., Marriott, Hilton) commonly negotiate annual occupancy guarantees with global corporations or relocation programs — for example, Google might commit to 40–50% annual utilization across certain hotels at fixed corporate rates.
🏠 Livily’s Model
Livily applies this same proven concept to vacation rentals. Livily signs Guaranteed Occupancy Agreements with property managers — committing to fill 25% to 50% of their annual inventory at agreed corporate rates. In return, those properties are integrated into TMS systems and prioritized for corporate and relocation bookings worldwide.
How It Works
Step | Participant | Description |
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1. Corporate Agreement | Company ↔️ TMS | A major company (e.g., Amazon) negotiates a corporate lodging contract through Amex GBT. |
2. Supplier Integration | TMS ↔️ Livily | Livily becomes a verified supplier network for Amex GBT and other TMS platforms. |
3. Occupancy Guarantee | Livily ↔️ Property Manager | Livily guarantees 25–50% annual occupancy across the manager’s inventory in exchange for corporate-rate participation. |
4. Distribution & Bookings | TMS → Livily → Traveler | Listings that meet negotiated rate criteria appear directly in corporate booking systems. |
5. Fulfillment & Payout | Livily → Property Manager | Livily fulfills guaranteed occupancy through corporate travel, relocation, and extended-stay bookings. |
Guaranteed Occupancy Program
Overview
The Guaranteed Occupancy Program replaces unpredictable short-term demand with consistent, contracted occupancy.
Livily commits to filling a defined portion of your portfolio annually through our corporate travel and relocation partnerships.
Program Type | Discount Range | Guaranteed Occupancy | Market Access | Ideal For |
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Standard Corporate | 10–25% | None | Livily + limited TMS | Occasional corporate travelers |
Guaranteed Occupancy | 35–50% | 25–50% of portfolio | Global TMS | Professional managers seeking predictable income |
Enterprise Portfolio Contract | Negotiated | 50%+ of portfolio | Fortune 100/500 partnerships | Multi-property operators & condo-hotels |
Key Benefits
✅ Predictable Revenue: Contracted occupancy levels smooth seasonal fluctuations.
✅ Global Visibility: Properties appear across multiple TMS systems used by Fortune 500 companies.
✅ Stability: Consistent income without dependence on consumer bookings.
✅ Off-Season Demand: Corporate travel fills weekday and off-peak periods.
✅ Professional Credibility: Aligns your operation with global B2B travel standards.
Eligibility
To qualify for a Guaranteed Occupancy Agreement, properties must:
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Offer a minimum 35% discount (up to 50%).
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Maintain instant booking and reliable operational performance.
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Meet corporate travel standards (cleaning, safety, tax compliance).
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Agree to a portfolio occupancy floor between 25% and 50% depending on market demand and rate structure.
How to Enroll
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Log in to your Livily Dashboard
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Navigate to Profile → Corporate Discount Settings
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Select a discount of 35% or higher
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A member of the Livily Partnerships Team will review your portfolio and confirm eligibility
Summary Table
Tier | Discount | Guarantee | Visibility | Market Access | Description |
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Livily Standard | 10% | ✗ | Moderate | Livily only | Minimum to list |
Corporate TMS | 20–25% | ✗ | High | $700B TMS network | Entry to corporate exposure |
Guaranteed Occupancy | 35–50% | ✓ 25–50% portfolio | Maximum | Fortune 100/500 programs | Predictable B2B income |
Interested in Guaranteed Occupancy?
If you’re a property manager or owner interested in securing guaranteed annual occupancy across 25%–50% of your portfolio, Click Apply for Guaranteed Occupancy Program.