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May 2016

Short-term rental industry news and updates

5 articles

Articles

EP093: Airbnb Hosting in Adelaide with Phil Spyrou Part II

This article from a podcast episode discusses key aspects of revenue management for STRs, including daily and weekly pricing routines. It emphasizes that consistent routines, reviewing booking data, and understanding booking windows are crucial for optimizing pricing and maximizing revenue, and provides insights for STR CEOs. Hosts should review their pricing strategies and routines based on the insights shared.

over 9 years ago82
EP092: Airbnb Hosting in Adelaide with Phil Spyrou Part I

This article discusses revenue management strategies for short-term rentals, highlighting the difference between hotel and STR pricing, the importance of daily and weekly pricing routines, and the impact of the FIFA World Cup on booking demand. Hosts should pay close attention to booking windows, market penetration index (MPI), and the impact of the World Cup to optimize their pricing strategies and maximize revenue.

over 9 years ago78
EP091: Airbnb hosting in Berlin with Fabian Dittrich

This article discusses revenue management strategies for short-term rentals, emphasizing the importance of a structured pricing routine and analyzing booking data. Hosts should schedule revenue management, review bookings for pricing signals, and consider daily and weekly pricing adjustments to optimize revenue. The article also touches on CEO focus and eliminating STR overwhelm.

almost 10 years ago85
Op-Ed: Activists say Airbnb drives up rents. But is that actually true? L.A. needs to find out - Los Angeles Times

This op-ed discusses the debate over whether Airbnb contributes to rising rents in Los Angeles. Hosts should pay attention to this as it highlights the potential for local regulations and negative public perception to impact the STR market.

almost 10 years agoLos Angeles, CA75
Airbnb managers take on real estate agencies - AFR

This 2016 article from the AFR discusses Airbnb managers and their increasing presence, challenging traditional real estate agencies. The rise of these managers represents a shift in how short-term rentals are managed, offering specialized services and potentially disrupting existing models. This change provides both opportunities and challenges for hosts, depending on their management strategy.

almost 10 years ago75