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Step Up Your STR ~ AirBnb Decor and More60 | AirBnb Themes for More BookingsFree STR Design Resources → https://www.VRDecor.co/freeresourcesWork With Me / Contact → https://www.VRDecor.co/contact----------------------------Video version of this podcast: https://youtu.be/ExDxfGMVsZIMost Airbnb themes fail.They feel cheesy. Forced. Trendy. Forgettable.But the right kind of theme can dramatically increase bookings, nightly rate, and memorability — without turning your property into a gimmick.In this episode, I break down how to create Instagrammable focal points that drive revenue, using themes that feel elevated, timeless, and strategically designed — not trendy.
2026-02-2514 min
Airbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow to Design a Scroll-Stopping Airbnb That Prints CashIf you want to invest in an Airbnb — but feel overwhelmed by design or scared to waste money on the wrong amenity decisions — this episode is for you. Too many investors guess. They overspend on the wrong items, underinvest in the right ones, and wonder why their bookings lag behind. Today, an investor turned data-driven Airbnb design expert whose own properties went VIRAL shares how he helps other investors increase their revenue by 25–40% using market data, not opinions. Tune in to learn what actually drives bookings, what investors waste money on, and how to cre...
2026-02-2422 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomThe Secret Place to Find Money for Your AirbnbIf you want to invest in an Airbnb, but feel stuck because you don't have the capital - this episode could completely change the game for you! Most people think the first step to buying an Airbnb is saving for years or taking on risky loans. Meanwhile they've got tens - sometimes hundreds - of thousands of dollars sitting in their 401(k) or IRA. And they have no idea they could be using it to buy real estate. Today, an IRA expert who has seen a 350% increase in his clients using their retirement a...
2026-02-1716 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial Freedom7 Airbnb Investing Myths That Are Costing You ThousandsYou want to become an Airbnb investor — but something keeps stopping you. You're hearing the opportunity is over, that it takes too much time, that guests will trash your place, or that you don't have enough money… and it's keeping you stuck instead of encouraging you to make the leap. Here's the truth. We hear the same Airbnb myths over and over — myths that sound smart, but quietly kill investing success.. In this episode, you'll get clarity. You'll see why these beliefs are wrong, what actually works right now, and how investors are still building serious...
2026-02-1018 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow Smart Airbnb Hosts Prevent Parties & Make More MoneyIf you've ever wondered how Airbnb investors protect their properties from wild parties and damage while boosting their profits, — this episode is for you! Today we're diving into how smart hosts are using technology to save time, prevent losses, and scale their portfolios — without sacrificing guest experience or peace of mind. You'll hear from a former Apple engineer, who founded Minut, a company that's helping over 50,000 Airbnb hosts in 100 countries prevent parties, protect their assets, and even automate guest comfort — all with one small, easy-to-install device. From noise monitoring and smoke detection to leak p...
2026-02-0319 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow She Turned a Small Inheritance Into $115K Airbnb Income (Year One)If you've been dreaming about financial freedom through Airbnb investing—but you're stuck wondering where to even start—this episode is for you! You'll hear how a woman went from zero experience to earning over $115,000 in her very first year - with just one Airbnb. She didn't come from a family of investors, she didn't have unlimited cash, and she didn't take huge risks. Instead, she did her homework, made smart decisions, and followed a process that turned her dream into reality. Tune in to learn how Dominique found partners and set up a sma...
2026-01-2719 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial Freedom12 Airbnb Fixes That Fill Your Weekdays (and Double Your Cash Flow)Are you someone who wants to create real financial freedom through Airbnb investing, but you're feeling frustrated because you don't actually know what moves the needle? Maybe your weekends are full, but your place just sits empty during the week — and you're realizing that half-booked calendars usually mean break-even results. And that's not why you got into investing. What if instead you had an Airbnb that consistently attracted the right guests, filled in those mid-week gaps, and actually produced the cash flow you need to support the life you want to live? Tune in...
2026-01-2014 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomThe Biggest Airbnb Mistake New Investors Make With TechnologyDo you wish someone could tell you exactly how to use AI to help you as an Airbnb host or investor? Have you wondered if Artificial Intelligence it's all it's cracked up to be, or just a fad? Do you worry that if you don't understand new technology, you and your Airbnb will be left in the dust? If so, this episode is for you! An industry expert gives us the full scoop on how to use AI to save time, to the point of replacing your co host or management company, while improving the quality of...
2026-01-1314 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial Freedom6 Free & Easy Ways to Boost Your Airbnb ListingIf you're trying to build financial freedom with Airbnb and you feel like your listing should be performing better than it is, this episode is for you! We're breaking down six simple, proven ways to boost your Airbnb listing — from small algorithm tweaks that can move you up in search, to using AI to optimize your listing based on real guest feedback, to small changes you can make today that will increase your conversions and bookings. The best part is none of this is expensive or time-consuming — these are practical adjustments that help you maximize cash...
2026-01-0611 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow to Find Airbnb Deals That Net $50K–$100K Every YearIf you have ever wondered how investors find Airbnb deals that reliably net fifty to a hundred thousand dollars a year, this episode is for you! Tune in to learn the exact formula of a guy who has helped over 400 investors find their cash-flowing dream Airbnbs! — from choosing the right market, to spotting the characteristics of high-performing properties, to how to underwrite deals so you know exactly what a place can earn before you make an offer. If you want a clear, realistic roadmap for finding your first — or next — high-cash-flow Airbnb deal, buckle up! This ep...
2025-12-2317 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial Freedom$5 Airbnb Guest Gifts That Trigger 5-Star ReviewsIf you have Airbnb, you know how painful it is when a subpar review tanks your ranking and scares off future guests. If you're trying to build financial freedom through your short term rental business, every single review matters! That's exactly why tuning in to this episode is so important. Today, we're breaking down the psychology behind 'surprise and delight items' that we have honed over our 5,000 Airbnb guest stays. Tune in to learn how simple, $5 guest gifts can dramatically boost your reviews, increase forgiveness for small issues, and create the kind of emotional connection...
2025-12-1614 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomThe Surprising Airbnb Investing Truth About Women vs. MenAre you a woman who is second-guessing her ability to be a successful Airbnb investor? Well, guess what? You need to fight your fear with facts, and stop getting in your own way! Today's episode will help you do just that! A wife, mom, and mogul who generates 2 million dollars in short-term rental cash flow per year - unveils the success metrics of female Airbnb investors, the innate qualities women have that bolster our ability to be better hosts, and how to make your Airbnb listing a guest magnet using neurolinguistic programming. Topics discussed in...
2025-12-0921 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomThe Airbnb Strategy That Tripled an Investor's IncomeDo you wonder if your current rental property could make more money as an Airbnb? Are you worried if your place isn't perfect, it won't cash flow as a short-term rental? If this sounds familiar, you need to tune into this episode where Liz Mole unpacks her experience of turning a long-term rental investment that was bleeding money into an incredibly successful Airbnb, despite its less than perfect location! After listening to this episode, you will know the specific software and book Liz used to map out her steps to success as an Airbnb investor i...
2025-12-0211 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomAirbnb Camera Do's & Don'ts - What Hosts Need To KnowAs an Airbnb host you need to balance guests' privacy with the need to protect your property. This not an easy decision. In this episode you will learn the pros and cons of having a camera in your Airbnb, and exactly what you need to do to not have your listing shut down. Tune in as we break down our clients' camera dilemmas and the study data from 1,000 guests that you need to know to make the best possible decision for your Airbnb! Topics discussed in this episode: The Airbnb camera scenario...
2025-11-1811 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow to Convert a Long-Term Rental into an Airbnb to Triple Your CashflowDo you wonder if your current rental property could make more money as an Airbnb? Are you worried if your place isn't perfect, it won't have cash flow as a short-term rental? If this sounds familiar, you need to tune into this episode where Liz Mole unpacks her experience of turning a long-term rental investment that was bleeding money into an incredibly successful Airbnb, despite its less than perfect location! After listening to this episode, you will know the specific software and book Liz used to map out her steps to success as an Airbnb i...
2025-10-1411 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow to Attract Conscious Travelers to Your AirbnbAre you feeling a little lost in the Airbnb shuffle? Do you wish you could articulate to guests why your Airbnb and you as a host are special and worth staying with? Are you curious about the conscious travel trend, and what that means to investors? If this sounds familiar, you need to listen to this episode where Bobby Jones, co-founder of Good is the New Cool, shares why the concept of belonging is at the epicenter of Airbnb's success and yours, and the importance of crafting and selling the story of your Airbnb to potential guests.
2025-10-0712 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial Freedom6 Game-Changing Airbnb Tools & Takeaways from The STR Rental ConferenceAre you worried you don't know the latest cutting edge tools for Airbnb investors? Do you wish you could attend a conference to learn more about the future of the industry, but simply don't have the time? If so, this episode is for you! Today we're sharing our six biggest takeaways from attending the STR Wealth Conference. These aren't just cool ideas - they are the tools and takeaways we've actually implemented in our Airbnb business over the last month. After listening to this episode you will know a new way to manage/elevate your...
2025-09-3015 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow Incorporating Experiential Design Boosts Your Airbnb Bookings & ROIAre you afraid to decorate your Airbnb? Does the pressure of needing eye-catching design overwhelm you, even though you know you need it to stand out from your competition? Do you wish there was someone to guide you through the process painlessly? If so, don't miss this episode where experiential design experts, Heather and Erin of Pink Wall Designs, share how intentional design can literally boost your short-term rental's rank position and which amenities are worth spending on! After listening to this episode, you will know the importance of amenities and specialty rooms in your...
2025-09-2314 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomThe Insurance You Need to Protect Your AirbnbAre you trying to figure out short term rental insurance? Are you clueless about your current policy and worried it's not enough coverage? Do you wish you had an easy way to get the exact insurance policy you need as an Airbnb host? If so, don't miss this episode where Darren Nix, the founder of Steadily, shares what changes to your property could cause you not to have insurance coverage and the biggest danger to guard your Airbnb from! After listening to this episode you will know the difference between Aircover and rental property insurance...
2025-09-0218 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow a Family Cabin Became an Airbnb Grossing $100,000+Do you wish you could own a getaway place for your family that covered its mortgage and even cash flowed? Are you curious how it's possible to run an Airbnb in a different state while you have a full-time job? If this sounds familiar, you need to listen to this episode where Jenny and Bill Kirwan share how the news of an out-of-state grandchild sparked their Airbnb investment journey and led to grossing over $100,000 their first year as hosts! After listening to this episode you will know how important it is to learn local short-term...
2025-08-2616 min
Thanks For Visiting491. Why Your Airbnb Listing Might Be in Trouble (and You Don’t Even Know It)This week, we’re diving into a behind-the-scenes feature on Airbnb that too many hosts don’t know exists: listing issues. These hidden alerts could be silently hurting your visibility and even putting your listing at risk of suspension.Sarah and Annette break down what listing issues are, how to find them, and—most importantly—how to resolve them. They also share two real-life examples from their own properties, including one that was flagged for a surprise reason (hint: it involved kittens).Tune in to learn:How to activate Airbnb’s professional host toolsWhy private gu...
2025-08-2126 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomThe Best Place to Buy or Sell an AirbnbDo you want to buy an Airbnb and don't even know where to begin? Do you wish there was a specific place to find short-term rentals for sale and compare them based on their potential earnings? Or are you an Airbnb owner or agent looking to attract short-term rental investors to a property you are selling? If so, don't miss this episode where Trent Hawthorn, the Chief Product Officer of Rabbu, shares how their free platform helps people find, calculate revenue, and buy Airbnbs that make their lives better, AND how you can grow your real estate...
2025-08-1912 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow to Succeed as Airbnb Investors While Juggling 3 Kids & 2 JobsDo you dream about owning your own Airbnb? Are you afraid you're too busy with life and family to become an investor? Do you wish you could learn from someone in a life stage like you who succeeded? If so, If so, don't miss this episode where the Kellers share how they went from dream to Airbnb reality while juggling two full-time jobs and 3 kids under the age of 6!! After listening to this episode, you will know the Keller's advice for how to save money as you prepare an Airbnb for market, and how important i...
2025-08-1218 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow You Can Win the Airbnb Amenity Race Against Your CompetitionDo you wish you knew what amenities were most important for success as an Airbnb investor? Are you looking for design and renovation direction with your STR? Would it be amazing to have an expert completely design, renovate, and furnish your next investment or at least know what they would suggest? If so, don't miss this episode where Mark Lumpkin of STR cribs shares from his experience setting up more than 500 short-term rentals, how the use of Airbnbs has changed over time. Tune in to learn the most important aspects of Airbnb design for standing...
2025-07-0115 min
The Brand & Market Podcast - Turning Airbnb Listings into LegaciesConverting Our Starter Home Into a Successful AirbnbWhat was it like to become a short-term rental host? In today’s episode, I’m sharing my personal story of converting our former home into a long-term rental and eventually an Airbnb. I’m sharing the horrible conditions of the property after a long-term rental, plus how to successful convert your home into an Airbnb. Time-stamps:Our history in the North Carolina house (1:21)Leaving North Carolina and Hurricane Florence (4:02)A horrific long-term rental experience (6:10)Airbnb (12:00)Converting the property into an Airbnb (13:00)Going live on Airbnb...
2025-06-1122 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial Freedom8 Things You Need to Know to Launch Your Airbnb Successfully Are you getting ready to launch your first Airbnb and wonder what you need to know? Are you anxious that you'll do too many or too few improvements? Do you feel like your property will never be ready and you need a timeline? If so, this episode is for you! Today we're reflecting on the lessons learned from launching our 12th Airbnb so you can move forward more confidently with launching yours! After listening to this episode, you will have the wisdom you need to create accurate Airbnb launch expectations, forecast your carrying c...
2025-06-0310 minThanks For VisitingBonus: Airbnb’s New Off-Platform & Fee Transparency Rules: What Hosts Must Know by May 10Big changes are coming to Airbnb's terms of service—and hosts need to take action. In this bonus episode, we break down Airbnb’s updated Off-Platform and Fee Transparency Policy, which officially goes into effect May 10, 2025.From mandatory fees and upsells to off-platform communication, security deposits, and software compliance, we walk through the biggest updates, what they mean for your short-term rental business, and how to stay compliant without panic.You’ll learn:What must be listed in your Airbnb description now (and why)How to handle upsells the right way under the new policy...
2025-04-2329 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow Financial Freedom From Airbnb Investing Can Change Your LifeAre you curious about how much money you can make from Airbnb investing? Do you wonder if the cash flow is really enough to change your life? Do you wish you knew what to expect so you were motivated to get over your hurdles and start your Airbnb investing journey? If these questions sound familiar, this episode is for you! Today we're revealing the many facets of financial freedom that you can create through Airbnb investing. After listening, you will know the real financial numbers and the real-life changes that happen at each of the t...
2025-04-2212 minThanks For Visiting450. Hosting Hotline: Is My PMS Blocking Me From Airbnb Features?Your property management system (PMS) is supposed to make hosting easier—but what happens when it feels like it's limiting what you can do on Airbnb?In this Hosting Hotline episode, we answer Leslie’s question about using HostAway and navigating PMS limitations when trying to run last-minute promotions or access Airbnb’s categories (like treehouse, cabin, or OMG stays).We break down:Why some Airbnb features may not be visible through your PMSHow to troubleshoot and get direct support from both your PMS and AirbnbThe truth about Airbnb categories and how listings actually get in...
2025-04-0113 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomThe Secret Shortcut to Investing or Time-Savings through Airbnb Co-HostingDo you love hospitality and wish you could use your skills to make money on Airbnb? Or are you an overburdened Airbnb investor looking for a way to work less, and still take on new properties? Have you heard about co hosting, and wondered exactly what it is and how it could benefit you? If this sounds familiar, don't miss this episode with Nancy Paige, where she shares how co-hosts can earn 10% to 40% of Airbnb stay revenue by taking over guest messaging and management responsibilities from busy Airbnb investors. Topics discussed in this episode:...
2025-04-0113 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow to Create an Airbnb Airbitrage Hotel on a Teacher's SalaryAre you desperate to get into Airbnb investing but low on cash? Do you worry that you're too young or don't know enough to be successful? Have you wondered what the whole Airbnb arbitrage thing is, and if it works? If so, this episode is for you! Ali Mae shares how she hacked her way to launching an arbitrage boutique hotel inside an apartment building - on a teacher's salary! After listening to this episode you will understand how to operate a legal Airbnb arbitrage property that generates $50k per year, and scale from there!
2025-03-2519 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomAirbnb Trends of 2025 & Related Hacks to Ensure Smart Investing & CashflowIs your Airbnb struggling? Do you wonder if there are new Airbnb trends that you need to know about and capitalize on? Do you wish someone could give you a list of hacks to help you succeed as a new Airbnb investor or supercharge your current listing? If these questions sound familiar, you need to listen to this episode where we're analyzing the latest Airbnb trends and sharing the hacks you can immediately use to make more money and stay at the top of your market! After listening to this episode you will know what...
2025-03-0420 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomAirbnb Amenities with the Highest Return on InvestmentDo you wish you knew which Airbnb amenities are worth the most in return on investment? Are you looking at potential properties and unsure how to measure them against each other? Do you have an Airbnb and wonder what you could add to drive more bookings and higher rates? If this sounds familiar, this episode is for you! Today we're sharing the highest value Airbnb amenities - so you can invest in the things that guests want most, and will pay the most for! Tune in to understand which amenities guests are looking for when...
2025-02-1117 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow to Find Airbnb Riches in Community NichesAre you passionate about your hobby? Do you wish you could generate cash flow from something you love? Does the idea of combining your favorite thing to do with an Airbnb excite you? If so, don't miss this episode with Erin Hogston! She's sharing how a trailer next to a motocross track her family built for themselves, is grossing over $80,000 a year as an Airbnb! After listening to this episode you will know how to create an Airbnb that appeals to a niche community, and how to meet that community's needs to generate maximum cash...
2025-01-2812 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow to Use AI as an Airbnb Host to Save Time & Create Better Guest ExperiencesDo you wish someone could tell you exactly how to use AI to help you as an Airbnb host or investor? Have you wondered if Artificial Intelligence it's all it's cracked up to be, or just a fad? Do you worry that if you don't understand new technology, you and your Airbnb will be left in the dust? If so, this episode is for you! Dave Criss, of Action2Call gives us the full scoop on how to use AI to save time, to the point of replacing your co host or management company, while improving the...
2025-01-2114 minThanks For Visiting429. Airbnb Shut Our Listing Down: Here’s What We LearnedAirbnb Shut Our Listing Down: Here’s What We LearnedWelcome back to another episode of Thanks for Visiting! This week, we’re diving into a hosting nightmare that became a learning opportunity. Imagine waking up to find that Airbnb has not only shut down your listing but removed it entirely from the platform. That’s exactly what happened to us, and we’re here to share the entire story, how we handled it, and what you can learn from our experience.Whether you’re a seasoned host or just starting out, this episode is packed wit...
2025-01-1628 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow to Buy a Recession Proof AirbnbIs the fear of making a mistake holding you back from buying an Airbnb property? Do you wish there was a way to pick the right place in the right market so your cash flow was guaranteed? If these questions sound familiar, you need to listen to this episode where John Bianchi, the founder of STR Search, shares his data-driven process for finding and buying Airbnbs that are "recession proof." Sounds too good to be true? It's not! After listening to this episode you will know exactly which software John uses to make his data-driven...
2025-01-1413 minThanks For Visiting420. Hosting Hotline: What Does Airbnb’s 15% Fee Mean for You?Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is your go-to space to ask questions about Airbnb, short-term rentals, real estate, and everything in between.Shannon asks:I’ve been listening to your podcast and am inspired to create a direct booking site for my short-term rentals. However, I didn’t realize Airbnb charges a 15% fee when using property management software (PMS). How do I adjust for this? Also, do you have any tips for encouraging guests to leave reviews without being too pushy?(00:00:00) IntroductionSarah and Annette explain how Hosting Hotline work...
2024-12-1713 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow to Double the Cash Flow of Your AirbnbDo you wish your Airbnb brought in more income? Have you ever worried that your management company isn't doing the right things for your listing and cashflow? If this sounds familiar, you need to tune into this episode! Today we're talking with an Airbnb investor who had the same concerns with her first place, made a few changes, and almost DOUBLED her income! After listening to this episode you will know the simple change Tracy made to dramatically increase her cash flow from one Airbnb. Tune in to learn her hack for how...
2024-12-1714 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow One Investor Tripled Her Income by Converting a Long-Term Rental into an AirbnbDo you wonder if your current rental property could make more money as an Airbnb? Are you worried if your place isn't perfect, it won't cash flow as a short-term rental? If this sounds familiar, you need to tune into this episode where Liz Mole unpacks her experience of turning a long-term rental investment that was bleeding money into an incredibly successful Airbnb, despite its less than perfect location! After listening to this episode, you will know the specific software and book Liz used to map out her steps to success as an Airbnb investor i...
2024-12-1011 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow to Tell Your Airbnb's Story & Create Conscious Travel Experiences to Captivate GuestsAre you feeling a little lost in the Airbnb shuffle? Do you wish you could articulate to guests why your Airbnb and you as a host are special and worth staying with? Are you curious about the conscious travel trend, and what that means to investors? If this sounds familiar, you need to listen to this episode where Bobby Jones, co-founder of Good is the New Cool, shares why the concept of belonging is at the epicenter of Airbnb's success and yours, and the importance of crafting and selling the story of your Airbnb to potential guests.
2024-11-2612 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow to use Airbnb Experiential Design to Boost Bookings & ROIAre you afraid to decorate your Airbnb? Does the pressure of needing eye-catching design overwhelm you, even though you know you need it to stand out from your competition? Do you wish there was someone to guide you through the process painlessly? If so, don't miss this episode where experiential design experts, Heather and Erin of Pink Wall Designs, share how intentional design can literally boost your short-term rental's rank position and which amenities are worth spending on! After listening to this episode, you will know the importance of amenities and specialty rooms in your...
2024-11-1914 minThanks For VisitingMajor News From Airbnb’s Winter Release — Introducing The Co-Host NetworkWe’re unpacking the biggest announcement of Airbnb’s 2024 Winter Release — their new co-host network. The network opens up fresh opportunities for you to grow your co-hosting business and earn extra money or find the right co-host for your property. Either way, you’ll optimize your business with this free tool. We break down how the network works, requirements to be a co-host, and the approval process. Plus, we talk about more Airbnb Winter Release updates, from new messaging features to last-minute stays. (00:00:00) Introductions(00:01:26) #STRShareSunday: @hiwasseeriverretreat(00:06:05) Sarah & Annette’s Co-Hosting Journeys(00:0...
2024-11-0726 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow to Find the Right Insurance for Your AirbnbAre you trying to figure out short term rental insurance? Are you clueless about your current policy and worried it's not enough coverage? Do you wish you had an easy way to get the exact insurance policy you need as an Airbnb host? If so, don't miss this episode where Darren Nix, the founder of Steadily, shares what changes to your property could cause you not to have insurance coverage and the biggest danger to guard your Airbnb from! After listening to this episode you will know the difference between Aircover and rental property insurance...
2024-11-0518 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow a Family Getaway Turned into an Airbnb Grossing $100,000+Do you wish you could own a getaway place for your family that covered its mortgage and even cash flowed? Are you curious how it's possible to run an Airbnb in a different state while you have a full-time job? If this sounds familiar, you need to listen to this episode where Jenny and Bill Kirwan share how the news of an out-of-state grandchild sparked their Airbnb investment journey and led to grossing over $100,000 their first year as hosts! After listening to this episode you will know how important it is to learn local short-term...
2024-10-2816 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow to Buy/Sell an Airbnb AND Calculate Its Revenue Potential with RabbuDo you want to buy an Airbnb and don't even know where to begin? Do you wish there was a specific place to find short-term rentals for sale and compare them based on their potential earnings? Or are you an Airbnb owner or agent looking to attract short-term rental investors to a property you are selling? If so, don't miss this episode where Trent Hawthorn, the Chief Product Officer of Rabbu, shares how their free platform helps people find, calculate revenue, and buy Airbnbs that make their lives better, AND how you can grow your real estate...
2024-10-2112 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow to Create Airbnb Cashflow without Owning a PropertyAre you dying to invest in an Airbnb but not in a financial position to do so? Do you wish you could make money in a side hustle to fund an Airbnb purchase? Do you feel like everyone is getting ahead, while you're stuck on the sidelines? If so, you need to listen to this episode! Today we're sharing 6 ways to generate solid cash flow through Airbnb WITHOUT owning a home! Tune in to learn easy ways to create an Airbnb side hustle and immediately start making money with little to no investment on your e...
2024-10-0815 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomUnlocking Profits: 3 Smart Strategies to Evaluate Airbnb Cash Flow Before You Invest!Do you want to invest in an Airbnb but are afraid yoú'll buy a property that won't cash flow? Does the fear of making a mistake stand in your way of Airbnb investing? Are you wishing you had a way to know how much money a property would make before you buy it? If this sounds familiar, you should listen to this episode where we discuss how to underwrite a property, and our 3 favorite ways to calculate the return on an investment property BEFORE you buy it. So you can be confident in your buying decision a...
2024-10-0114 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow to Leverage Airbnb Knowledge to Grow Your Real Estate BusinessAre you looking for a way to grow your sales? Do you wish there was a way to set yourself apart from your competition? Would you love to learn how to add Airbnb investment sales to your business from agents who are experts? If so, you need to listen to this episode where we talk with Jenn and Corrine of the Nash Gals Group. They share how to educate yourself on Airbnb sales and restrictions as an agent, and how to overcome the 3 common fears of short-term rental buyers. We also cover creative ways to work with...
2024-09-2417 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial Freedom6 Essential Steps for Airbnb Investment SuccessAre you afraid of tying up all of your savings in an Airbnb investment? Or, do you wonder how to find money to invest beyond your first Airbnb? Have been wishing there was a documented series of steps you could take to ensure success as an Airbnb investor? If these sound familiar, you need to listen to this episode where we explain how to use the BRRRR method of investing (which has normally been used for long-term investing) to move your investment dollars in and out of properties AND generate rapid cyclical growth as an Airbnb investor!
2024-09-1708 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomUnlock Your Dreams: 12 Airbnb Financing Options to Help You Become an InvestorDo you desperately want to invest in an Airbnb but think you don't have the money? Do you feel like you're missing out on your opportunity to create financial freedom? Can you see yourself succeeding as an Airbnb investor, if you could only just get over the hurdle of finding funding? If so, you need to listen to this episode where we unpack 12 different Airbnb funding options - including some pretty non-traditional ones - so you can find the best option to get started as an Airbnb investor After listening to this episode you will...
2024-09-1017 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow an Airbnb Coach Can Boost Your Success & Profit as an InvestorAre the unknowns of Airbnb investing keep you from getting started? Do you worry about choosing the wrong place in the wrong market and losing money instead of making money? Have you been looking for a resource to guide you through Airbnb investing the "right way" but don't know where to begin? If this sounds familiar you need to listen to this episode where we unpack what an Airbnb coach does, how to evaluate a coach to make sure you end up with someone legit, and how we can help ensure your investing success. After...
2024-08-2012 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow to use Message Automation on Airbnb to Create and Book 5-Star StaysIs your fear of juggling guest messages and needs on top of your 9 to 5 keeping you from investing in an Airbnb? Are the unknown demands of hosting dampening your dreams for financial freedom? Do you wish someone could show you the easy way to succeed as an investor? If so, you need to listen to this episode where we share the best tool for you to use to keep the Airbnb platform and your guests happy when it comes to messaging as a host, along with the 5 critical messages every guest should receive from you. ...
2024-08-1312 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomAirbnb Investing Isn't Hard: How Tony Cappaert went from 1 to 75 PropertiesDo you wonder if you could actually succeed at Airbnb investing? Are you stuck in analysis paralysis and unable to pull the trigger? Do you think Airbnb investing is too complex to succeed at? You are not alone! Tune into thi episode with a normal guy who went from 1 Airbnb property to a portfolio of 75! His name is Tony Cappaert, and he's sharing his process of finding and buying properties, common mistakes he sees new investors make, downside protection steps, and the evening exercise that will get you over the hurdle of getting started as an Airbnb...
2024-08-0617 minThanks For VisitingHosting Hotline: My City Banned Airbnb! What Are My Options?Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between.Megan asks:I live in the Dallas, Texas area and I am getting into the Airbnb business. I really wanted to start one in my local area, first, but Dallas recently banned short-term rentals in single-family areas. Right now, I'm limited to condos and apartments. I would love to start my first Airbnb in a condo, but I just wanted to get your input if you've ex...
2024-07-2311 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow to Optimize Your Airbnb Listing to Maximize RevenueAre you worried that your Airbnb listing will get buried by the competition? Do you have an Airbnb that has suddenly plummeted in bookings and you don't know why? If potential guests can't see your listing, they won't book it, and if they don't book it you won't make any money… is that your worst nightmare? If this sounds familiar, you need to listen to this episode where we explain what search rank is, how to track it, and why it impacts your Airbnb listing's success. After listening to this episode, you will know the "cr...
2024-07-2314 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow to Win the Airbnb Amenity Race from a Guy Who Set Up 500+ STRsDo you wish you knew what amenities were most important for success as an Airbnb investor? Are you looking for design and renovation direction with your STR? Would it be amazing to have an expert completely design, renovate, and furnish your next investment or at least know what they would suggest? If so, don't miss this episode where Mark Lumpkin of STR cribs shares from his experience setting up more than 500 short-term rentals, how the use of Airbnbs has changed over time. Tune in to learn the most important aspects of Airbnb design for standing...
2024-06-1115 minThanks For VisitingHosting Hotline: Does My Security System Camera Break Airbnb Rules?Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between.Becky asks:I have an ADT security system and my control panel has a little camera on it. It takes a picture of the person who is setting or disabling the alarm. Nobody ever sets the alarm in the Airbnb, but it is in the hallway. I was wondering… Does that count as a camera for Airbnb? If I put a sticker over it, would that work...
2024-06-0409 minThanks For VisitingHosting Hotline: Quick Recap of Airbnb Summer Release 2024Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between.Taylor asks:Can you please break down the Airbnb summer release for us? What do we need to know? Thank you so much. Can't wait to hear your response.(00:01:13) What’s New with the Airbnb Summer Update?(00:01:32) NEW Airbnb Icons: Sadly, Mostly Marketing(00:04:35) Guest-Related Updates in Airbnb’s Summer Release(00:06:39) Host-Related Updates in Airbnb’s Summer ReleaseThanks...
2024-05-2815 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial Freedom5 Facets of Financial Freedom From Airbnb InvestingAre you curious about how much money you can make from Airbnb investing? Do you wonder if the cash flow is really enough to change your life? Do you wish you knew what to expect so you were motivated to get over your hurdles and start your Airbnb investing journey? If these questions sound familiar, this episode is for you! Today we're revealing the many facets of financial freedom that you can create through Airbnb investing. After listening, you will know the real financial numbers and the real-life changes that happen at...
2024-05-1412 minThanks For VisitingMy Airbnb Burnt Down! AirCover vs. STR Insurance SpotlightToday it’s time to get serious – as serious as a catastrophic house fire. With no exaggeration, it is essential that any short-term rental host, or aspiring host, listen into this entire episode.This week’s expert guest is Nicholas Libertin. He and his wife live in the Cleveland area and host a vacation rental in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. His area of expertise, unfortunately, lies in his experience with a second listing – a mountain cabin – which tragically burnt down in January of this year.No one was hurt. But the entire home was lost to the fire.
2024-05-0958 minThanks For VisitingHosting Hotline: Details on Airbnb’s New Indoor Camera Policy (Starting TODAY)Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between.Russell asks:Hosts are seeing so much out there right now about cameras and Airbnb. I have one on my front porch. Is this still okay? Can you guys cut through all the noise and tell us exactly what we need to know about the cameras? Can we have them? Should we have them?(00:01:10) What’s the Deal with Cameras & Airbnb? (00:02:27) Exact Verb...
2024-04-3014 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomThe New Era of Airbnb: How to Make Money Investing Right NowDo YOU want to get into Airbnb investing, but heard that Airbnb is broken? Are the whispers of missing the Airbnb investing wave making you second guess getting started? Do you wish you knew what you needed to do to make money as a new Airbnb investor? If so, this episode is for you! Today we're unpacking the fact that the Airbnb investing opportunity is NOT dead and the pitfall impacting 95% of hosts' profits. After listening to this podcast you will know how to strategically choose an investment location, the importance of keeping high occupancy...
2024-04-3016 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomAirbnb Co-Hosting: The Secret Shortcut to Investing or Time-Savings with Nancy-PaigeDo you love hospitality and wish you could use your skills to make money on Airbnb? Or are you an overburdened Airbnb investor looking for a way to work less, and still take on new properties? Have you heard about co hosting, and wondered exactly what it is and how it could benefit you? If this sounds familiar, don't miss this episode with Nancy-Paige (NP) Robinson, where she shares how co-hosts can earn 10% to 40% of Airbnb stay revenue by taking over guest messaging and management responsibilities from busy Airbnb investors. Topics discussed in this episode:
2024-04-2313 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomTop Airbnb Amenities to Create Demand & Cash FlowDo you wish you knew which Airbnb amenities are worth the most in return on investment? Are you looking at potential properties and unsure how to measure them against each other? Do you have an Airbnb and wonder what you could add to drive more bookings and higher rates? If this sounds familiar, this episode is for you! Today we're sharing the highest value Airbnb amenities - so you can invest in the things that guests want most, and will pay the most for! Tune in to understand exactly what amenities guests are looking for...
2024-04-0917 min
The STR Insiders PodcastWe’re Both Suspended! Navigating Airbnb's “Trust & Safety Team”Join Jacquie and Tracie for an eye-opening discussion on overcoming Airbnb Support challenges. From suspension woes to customer service nightmares, they share invaluable tips to keep your listings safe and your sanity intact.
Jacquie’s stories highlight the power of professionalism and persistence in handling Airbnb mishaps, while Tracie's tech-savvy approach acts as a 24/7 guardian for your property. From unexpected gas leaks to wild party suspensions - Jacquie and Tracie have seen it all. In this week’s episode, they’re prepared to equip you with essential tools and strategies to navigate the rollercoaster of Airbnb's Trust & Safety...
2024-04-0426 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow to Find Riches in Airbnb Niches with Erin HogstonAre you passionate about your hobby? Do you wish you could generate cash flow from something you love? Does the idea of combining your favorite thing to do with an Airbnb excite you? If so, don't miss this episode with Erin Hogston! She's sharing how a trailer next to a motocross track her family built for themselves, is grossing over $80,000 a year as an Airbnb! After listening to this episode you will know how to create an Airbnb that appeals to a niche community, and how to meet that community's needs to generate maximum cash...
2024-04-0212 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow to Double Your Airbnb Cash Flow with TracyDo you wish your Airbnb brought in more income? Have you ever worried that your management company isn't doing the right things for your listing and cashflow? If this sounds familiar, you need to tune into this episode! Today we're talking with an Airbnb investor who had the same concerns with her first place, made a few changes, and almost DOUBLED her income! After listening to this episode you will know the simple change Tracy made to dramatically increase her cash flow from one Airbnb. Tune in to learn her hack for how...
2024-03-0514 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomUnlocking Airbnb Profit: How to Earn without Owning PropertyAre you dying to invest in an Airbnb but not in a financial position to do so? Do you wish you could make money in a side hustle to fund an Airbnb purchase? Do you feel like everyone is getting ahead, while you're stuck on the sidelines? If so, you need to listen to this episode! Today we're sharing 6 ways to generate solid cash flow through Airbnb WITHOUT owning a home! Tune in to learn easy ways to create an Airbnb side hustle and immediately start making money with little to no investment on your e...
2024-02-1315 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial Freedom3 Ways to Assess Airbnb Cash Flow BEFORE You BuyDo you want to invest in an Airbnb but are afraid yoú'll buy a property that won't cash flow? Does the fear of making a mistake stand in your way of Airbnb investing? Are you wishing you had a way to know how much money a property would make before you buy it? If this sounds familiar, you should listen to this episode where we discuss how to underwrite a property, and our 3 favorite ways to calculate the return on an investment property BEFORE you buy it. So you can be confident in your buying decision a...
2024-02-0614 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomFinding Your Niche in Airbnb Real Estate to Grow Your Business with the Nash GalsAre you looking for a way to grow your sales in 2024? Do you wish there was a way to set yourself apart from your competition? Would you love to learn how to add Airbnb investment sales to your business from agents who are experts? If so, you need to listen to this episode where we talk with Jenn and Corrine of the Nash Gals Group. They share how to educate yourself on Airbnb sales and restrictions as an agent, and how to overcome the 3 common fears of short-term rental buyers. We also cover creative ways to work...
2024-01-3017 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial Freedom6 Airbnb Investing Steps to Create a Continuous Wealth-Building CycleAre you afraid of tying up all of your savings in an Airbnb investment? Or, do you wonder how to find money to invest beyond your first Airbnb? Have been wishing there was a documented series of steps you could take to ensure success as an Airbnb investor? If these sound familiar, you need to listen to this episode where we explain how to use the BRRRR method of investing (which has normally been used for long-term investing) to move your investment dollars in and out of properties AND generate rapid cyclical growth as an Airbnb investor!
2024-01-2308 minThanks For VisitingHosting Hotline: 7 Tips for First-Time Airbnb HostsWelcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between.Sandrine asks:My partners and I are finally set to launch our first STR next month. We will certainly diversify our OTAs, but I would love to know any hot tips that you may have for newbies like us. As we do set up our Airbnb listing, what things do we definitely want to make sure are turned on, or off? Can you share any tips th...
2024-01-1615 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow to Fund Your First Airbnb Investment - Even If You Don't Have Any MoneyDo you desperately want to invest in an Airbnb but think you don't have the money? Do you feel like you're missing out on your opportunity to create financial freedom? Can you see yourself succeeding as an Airbnb investor, if you could only just get over the hurdle of finding funding? If so, you need to listen to this episode where we unpack 12 different Airbnb funding options - including some pretty non-traditional ones - so you can find the best option to get started as an Airbnb investor After listening to this episode you will...
2024-01-1617 min
SmartStay Show - Short Term Rental Counsel + Coaching | Airbnb Hosting TipsAirbnb Hosts: 95% Are Doing THIS Wrong | Culin TateQuick Take - (Full Episode - #69 - Link Below to Full Episode)We're talking short-term rentals in this episode! Meet Culin Tate, a serial entrepreneur, owner and host of nine Airbnb properties, short-term rental coach, author of Host Coach, and Airbnb ambassador.His mission is to share his experiences and knowledge of specific tools, software, and systems that will turn your short-term rentals from being a "hobby" into a legitimate business.Get an inside look into the tools and systems that Culin has implemented...
2024-01-0408 minThanks For VisitingPriceLabs Dynamic Pricing vs. Airbnb Cleaning FeesToday’s expert guest is Monique DeLorenzo, a host who was eager to dive deeper into the financials of our great industry. In addition to hosting her cute Vermont a-frame property, she’s also a solutions consultant with PriceLabs, a revenue management tool for hosts and property managers that provides users with dynamic pricing and market insights.We use PriceLabs and were inspired to email Monique as soon as the Airbnb winter release became public, to see if she had any insight on the cleaning fee changes and how one might best leverage our new parameters in that...
2024-01-0450 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow an Airbnb Coach Can Help You Succeed as an InvestorAre the unknowns of Airbnb investing keep you from getting started? Do you worry about choosing the wrong place in the wrong market and losing money instead of making money? Have you been looking for a resource to guide you through Airbnb investing the "right way" but don't know where to begin? If this sounds familiar you need to listen to this episode where we unpack what an Airbnb coach does, how to evaluate a coach to make sure you end up with someone legit, and how we can help ensure your investing success. After...
2023-12-2612 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow to Automate Guest Messaging to Spend Minutes a Day Creating & Booking 5-Star Airbnb StaysIs your fear of juggling guest messages and needs on top of your 9 to 5 keeping you from investing in an Airbnb? Are the unknown demands of hosting dampening your dreams for financial freedom? Do you wish someone could show you the easy way to succeed as an investor? If so, you need to listen to this episode where we share the best tool for you to use to keep the Airbnb platform and your guests happy when it comes to messaging as a host, along with the 5 critical messages every guest should receive from you. A...
2023-12-1912 min
SmartStay Show - Short Term Rental Counsel + Coaching | Airbnb Hosting TipsNEVER Trust All AirDNA Data - Here’s What Matters! | The Airbnb Data Guy John BianchiQuick Take - (Full Episode - #74 - Link Below to Full Episode)We're super excited to welcome John Bianchi - The Airbnb Data Guy’ - to this episode! Hear how John approaches Airbnb rentals from an analytical and pure data standpoint. John shares his secrets on finding the Airbnb sweet spot by discovering highly profitable properties in any market (hint: it has a lot to do with the amenities that you offer at your properties).As the Head of Data for Superhost Labs, an Air...
2023-12-1416 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomAirbnb Investing is Not Rocket Science: How Tony Cappaert went from 1 to 75 PropertiesDo you wonder if you could actually succeed at Airbnb investing? Are you stuck in analysis paralysis and unable to pull the trigger? Do you think Airbnb investing is to complex to succeed at? You are not alone! Tune into this episode with a normal guy who went from 1 Airbnb property to a portfolio of 75! His name is Tony Cappaert, and he's sharing his process of finding and buying properties, common mistakes he sees new investors make, downside protection steps, and the evening exercise that will get you over the hurdle of getting started as an Airbnb...
2023-12-1217 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomThe Key People Needed in Your Airbnb Support Team to Guarantee Less Stress & More MoneyHave you wondered how you're going to manage the day-to-day needs of your Airbnb while working your day job? Are you not investing in the perfect Airbnb because it's "too far" from where you live or you don't think you can juggle one more thing? Do you worry there's going to be an issue that you can't get to and guests are going to leave and/or give your Airbnb a poor review? If so, you need to listen to this episode where we cover the "buddy" to find as you start your investment journey, the key...
2023-12-0515 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow to Maximize Your Cash Flow by Optimizing Your Listing for Airbnb SearchAre you worried that your Airbnb listing will get buried by the competition? Do you have an Airbnb that has suddenly plummeted in bookings and you don't know why? If potential guests can't see your listing, they won't book it, and if they don't book it you won't make any money… is that your worst nightmare? If this sounds familiar, you need to listen to this episode where we explain what search rank is, how to track it, and why it impacts your Airbnb listing's success. After listening to this episode, you will know the "cr...
2023-11-2814 minAirbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial FreedomHow I Went From Unemployed to Grossing Over $1 million from Airbnb Investments!Do you dream of finding a way to create cash flow and attain financial freedom? Have you considered Airbnb investing, but been too afraid of the risks to get started? Or, are you struggling with where to invest in a short-term rental? If so, this episode is for you! We are sharing our journey from unemployed to making $1,000,000 while working less than any other jobs in our lives. After listening to this podcast, you'll understand how Airbnb investing helped us (and will help you) create financial freedom. You'll also learn our 4 pillars of Airbnb investing success: Finding...
2023-11-2008 minThe STR Insiders PodcastWinning the Airbnb Algorithm GameLooking to maximize the visibility, bookings, and profitability of your Airbnb listing? Are you ready to unlock the potential of your property and achieve the ultimate goal?
Well, look no further because we have the solution that will help you attain your desired outcome. By sharing the strategies and preparation techniques required to optimize your Airbnb listing, you will be able to attract more guests, secure more bookings, and ultimately enhance the profitability of your property.
Get ready to take your Airbnb listing to new heights and experience the rewards you've been dreaming of.
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2023-10-2625 min
SmartStay Show - Short Term Rental Counsel + Coaching | Airbnb Hosting TipsI WISH I Knew These Airbnb Data Hacks Earlier | The Airbnb Data Guy John BianchiWe're super excited to welcome John Bianchi - The Airbnb Data Guy’ - to this episode! Hear how John approaches Airbnb rentals from an analytical and pure data standpoint. John shares his secrets on finding the Airbnb sweet spot by discovering highly profitable properties in any market (hint: it has a lot to do with the amenities that you offer at your properties).As the Head of Data for Superhost Labs, an Airbnb investing fund, John understands the numbers behind successful short-term rental operations. His mission is to ensure tha...
2022-11-0147 min
SmartStay Show - Short Term Rental Counsel + Coaching | Airbnb Hosting TipsThis Technology Changed How I Manage My Airbnb Properties | Culin TateWe're talking short-term rentals in this episode! Meet Culin Tate, a serial entrepreneur, owner and host of nine Airbnb properties, short-term rental coach, author of Host Coach, and Airbnb ambassador.His mission is to share his experiences and knowledge of specific tools, software, and systems that will turn your short-term rentals from being a "hobby" into a legitimate business.Get an inside look into the tools and systems that Culin has implemented, and scale your short-term rental business into a life of financial freedom by starting to live your "...
2022-09-2747 min
Vacation Home HelpWhy Are Airbnb Fees So High? Just How Much Do Fees Impact Airbnb Prices? Airbnb Fees Explained.Airbnb Fees Explained. Airbnb Fee Breakdown...Just How Much Do Fees Impact Airbnb Prices?Guests often wonder why the price at checkout is so high compared to the search resultsAdding fees throughout checkout is known as ‘drip pricing’ we in the travel industry are the worst of all offenders (similar to airlines adding luggage fees!)We add clean fees, pool heat fees, linen fees, service fees, and taxes. So a rental at $100 a night for 4 nights can end up costing over $800 bringing a lot of sticker shockNerdWallet actually analyzed over...
2022-08-2914 minVacation Home HelpAirbnb rolls out 'anti-party technology' to help enforce its global party ban in US and Canada.In this short episode we will discuss Airbnb’s new anti-party techMore sophisticated version of their under-25 system that has been in effect in North America since 2020 (guests under 25 with no positive reviews cannot book locally)This tech is US and canada - it identifies high-risk reservation and prevents those users from taking advantage of airbnb to throw wild partiesThe system looks atHistory of positive reviews (or lack of)Length of time guest has been on AirbnbLength of their tripDistance th...
2022-08-2707 min