Klarq.co | AI-native PMS for Short Term Rentals
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Posted Dec 17, 2025
Built an AI-first Property Management System that allowed STR owners to streamline their entire ops through Klarq AI.
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Oct 1, 2024 - Jul 1, 2025
Klarq – AI-Powered Property Management System
A comprehensive B2B SaaS platform designed to help vacation rental property managers automate operations, reduce manual administrative work by 40-60%, and scale their portfolios without scaling their teams.
Role: Co-founder & Lead Developer
Status: MVP 75% Complete - Development paused for strategic refocus
Tech Stack: React, NextJS, Mongo, Supabase, AI Integrations (OpenAI / Anthropic with Langchain)
The Problem
Property managers handling 10-100+ vacation rentals face a brutal operational reality:
Manual Process Overload
76% of landlords spend 40+ hours monthly just monitoring properties
Tenant screening takes weeks instead of days
Maintenance coordination across multiple vendors is fragmented
Financial reporting requires manual reconciliation across 4-6 different systems
Market Pressure
Smaller operators are being squeezed by larger, automated competitors
$117B US property management market is consolidating fast
70% of recent PropTech investment deals include AI components
The "Sunday Night Pain"
Weekend work preparing reports and reconciling bookings
Manual calendar synchronization across Airbnb, Booking.com, VRBO
Guest communication that never stops
Klarq was designed as an AI-first property management platform with three core principles:
1. Unified Dashboard Single interface consolidating bookings, maintenance, financials, and guest communication—no more jumping between 6 different tools.
2. AI-Powered Automation
Smart Guest Communication: AI handles 80% of routine inquiries (check-in instructions, amenity questions, local recommendations)
Predictive Maintenance: Pattern recognition flags potential issues before they become emergencies
Dynamic Pricing Suggestions: AI analyzes market conditions, competitor rates, and historical data
3. Role-Adaptive Interface Different views for different needs:
Property owners see ROI metrics and occupancy trends
On-site staff see today's check-ins/check-outs and urgent tasks
Maintenance teams see prioritized work orders with property access details
Technical Architecture
Frontend: React with custom component library (SugarcoatUI)
Backend: Node.js with RESTful API architecture
Database: MongoDB for flexible property/booking schemas
AI Layer: OpenAI API for guest communication, pricing analysis
Integrations: Realtime Channel Manager via 3rd Party Vendor, Calendar sync APIs, payment processing, Omni-messaging via 3rd Party Vendor
Key Technical Decisions:
Modular architecture allowing property managers to start with basic features and unlock AI capabilities as they grow
Real-time sync engine handling multi-platform booking calendars
Webhook-based automation triggers for maintenance and guest workflows
What Was Built (75% MVP)
Completed:
Core property management dashboard
Multi-property calendar with availability sync
Guest communication inbox with AI response suggestions
Basic financial reporting and analytics
Maintenance request tracking
User authentication and role-based access
Channel manager integrations (Airbnb, Booking.com APIs)
Direct Booking Via Embeddable Custom Booking Widget
In Progress:
Advanced AI automation workflows
Mobile app for on-the-go management
Why It's Paused
Strategic decision to focus resources on Digital Experience Tools (SiteLens.CX) and the Agentive UI ecosystem—areas with broader market application and faster path to revenue.
Klarq remains a validated concept with strong market demand. The codebase is production-ready for reactivation or partnership opportunities.