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October 2014

Short-term rental industry news and updates

8 articles

Articles

EP033: Danny Flood Talks Airbnb and the Sharing Economy

This article is a collection of podcast episode summaries from "Get Paid For Your Pad" covering topics relevant to STR hosts. Topics include revenue management, CEO focus, hotel vs. STR pricing differences, and how to deal with "hectic host" issues. Hosts can learn actionable advice on optimizing pricing routines, understanding the unique challenges of STR revenue management, and improving business focus.

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EP032: The Five Most Common Mistakes Airbnb Hosts Make

This article discusses the importance of a structured revenue management routine for STR hosts. It emphasizes that consistent daily and weekly pricing reviews, understanding booking behavior, and making small price adjustments can lead to increased revenue. Additionally, it touches upon CEO-level strategies for STR businesses and contrasts hotel vs. STR revenue management challenges.

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EP031: Outsourcing Your Airbnb Management with Amiad Soto, CEO and Co-Founder of Guesty

This article is a compilation of episodes from the "Get Paid For Your Pad" podcast. It covers topics like revenue management routines, CEO focus in STR businesses, and the differences between hotel and STR revenue management. Hosts should care about these topics to optimize pricing, improve business efficiency, and understand market dynamics. The article provides information on how to improve revenue, understand the roles of a CEO in an STR business, and provides insights on the differences between hotels and STRs.

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EP030: Kyle Bowman, Founder of Evermore, Shares His Airbnb Hosting Experiences

This article is a collection of podcast episode summaries from "Get Paid For Your Pad" covering various aspects of STR revenue management, CEO focus, and pricing strategies, including specific insights into the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Hosts should pay attention to revenue management best practices, strategic CEO focus, and how upcoming events like the World Cup can impact pricing and demand.

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EP029: Hosting on Airbnb in Chicago with Joe Anhalt

This episode of Get Paid For Your Pad covers the differences between Hotel and Airbnb revenue management. It explores why STR pricing is more complex due to unique listings, booking windows, and operational constraints. Hosts should focus on understanding these differences to optimize pricing strategies.

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EP028: Hospitality Consultant Alexander Van Dijl Shares Great Airbnb Hosting Advice

This article is a collection of insights from "Get Paid For Your Pad" podcast episodes. It covers revenue management strategies, the role of a CEO in scaling an STR business, and how STR pricing differs from hotel pricing, emphasizing the importance of daily and weekly routines, understanding booking behaviors, and the unique challenges faced by STR operators.

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EP027: Travel Blogger Brianna Simmons Talks About her Hosting Experience in Virginia Beach

This article discusses revenue management strategies for short-term rentals, specifically focusing on the differences between hotel and STR revenue management. It emphasizes the importance of daily and weekly pricing routines, booking reviews, and understanding booking windows for effective revenue optimization. Hosts should analyze their booking data and adjust pricing accordingly to maximize revenue.

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EP026: CEO and founder of Urban Flat talks about his experience with Airbnb

This article discusses revenue management strategies for short-term rentals, emphasizing the importance of scheduled routines, analyzing booking data, and adjusting pricing based on market signals. Hosts are advised to review bookings, understand pacing, and make small, consistent price changes to maximize revenue and stay ahead of the competition.

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