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January 2015.
Every STR regulation change, market signal, and platform shift we tracked in January 2015 — scored and summarized.
EP049: Airbnb Hosting in Lake Atitlan, Guatamala, with Jeanne Mendez
This article discusses the importance of revenue management in short-term rentals, highlighting the need for scheduled pricing routines and understanding booking behaviors. It also emphasizes the shift in a CEO's focus as a business scales and how to avoid the 'hectic host' stage. Finally, it explores the complexities of STR revenue management versus hotel revenue management, and provides insight on how to optimize pricing and leverage major events like the FIFA World Cup.
EP051: Elvina Beck is the Owner of The Podshare in LA and has Hosted the Airbnb Founders
EP054: Huzefa’s Inaugural Airbnb Hosting Experience
EP052: Paula Pant, CEO at AffordAnything.com, Shares her Experience with Airbnb in Atlanta
Everything else from January
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NYC debates: Does Airbnb help or hurt affordable housing? - Brooklyn Eagle
This 2015 article from the Brooklyn Eagle discusses the debate in NYC regarding the impact of Airbnb on affordable housing. Hosts in NYC and similar markets should be aware of potential regulations and the ongoing discussion surrounding short-term rentals.
New York City council to consider regulation of Airbnb sharing economy - The Guardian
This article reports that the New York City council is considering regulations for the Airbnb sharing economy. Hosts in NYC should monitor for updates on potential restrictions and requirements that could impact their ability to operate short-term rentals.
EP053: Managing 14 Airbnb Listings in Chicago with Anwar Shabazz
This article discusses revenue management strategies for short-term rentals, emphasizing the importance of scheduled routines, data analysis from booking reviews, and the use of Market Penetration Index (MPI). It highlights how consistent daily and weekly pricing reviews, analyzing booking behavior, and understanding market trends can lead to better revenue optimization.
EP050: Chris Backe, Established Author and Travel Enthusiast, Talks Airbnb in Thailand
This article discusses revenue management strategies for short-term rentals, including daily and weekly pricing routines, booking analysis, and the importance of adapting strategies based on market dynamics. Hosts are advised to schedule revenue management, review booking data for pricing signals, and consider how factors like booking windows and last-minute adjustments affect revenue.
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