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Old Jun 7, 2014 | 8:35 am
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Originally Posted by Often1
Different systems. What a property is willing to sell for through a bulk distributor is not the same as what it is willing to sell to a walk-in. 99.9% of walk-ins will pay what is quoted because it's late, they just want a room and want to get to sleep.

Mobile apps are just another part of supply & demand. The channel you choose to use will affect price.

Not sure why you think the FD clerk "lied".
are you suggesting that hotel tonight prepurchased 20 rooms which are not showing up in the inventory? Given that their business is selling last minute inventory i find it hard to believe.
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