EP172: This Week in the World of Airbnb
Summary
This episode of Get Paid for Your Pad covers several topics, including Airbnb's legal battle against ShareBetter, market growth in London, and a case of racist behavior. Hosts should stay informed on regulatory issues and best practices for managing their listings and addressing guest concerns.
Key Insights
- •Airbnb bookings in London more than doubled in one year, with a 130% increase in nights booked.
- •An Airbnb host who canceled a reservation with a racist comment was fined $5,000 and required to take an Asian American studies course.
Action Items
- ✓Consider implementing blackout curtains for jetlagged guests and change your Wi-Fi network and password for ease of use.Effort: lowImpact: medium
- ✓Provide guests with makeup remover wipes and consider offering brown towels to minimize issues with makeup on white bedding.Effort: lowImpact: medium
Tools & Resources
- →Handy: GPFYP Episode 67: Airbnb Cleaning Service Tips with Kyle Gesuelli From Handy.
- →Get Paid For Your Pad: GPFYP Episode 153: How to Arrange a Perfect Airbnb Turnover and Cleaning.
Watch Out For
- ⚠A host may face legal and financial consequences for discriminatory behavior, including canceling reservations based on race.
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