EP170: This Week in the World of Airbnb
Summary
This article discusses several topics relevant to Airbnb hosts, including a cautionary tale about guest disputes, the potential for new regulations in Los Angeles, and a study highlighting Airbnb's profitability in the gig economy. It also covers Airbnb's plans to launch a luxury service and provides advice on supplying guest amenities.
Key Insights
- •Airbnb hosts make an average of $924/month, making it the most lucrative platform in the gig economy.
- •Airbnb is planning to launch a higher-end luxury service in late 2017.
Action Items
- ✓Confirm guest's ETA and departure time in the welcome email to avoid disputes.Effort: lowImpact: medium
- ✓Consider offering amenities like transit cards, board games, or coffee to enhance guest experience.Effort: lowImpact: medium
Tools & Resources
- →skift.com: The article mentions a study published by skift.com.(skift.com)
Common Mistakes
- ⚠Providing prepackaged toiletries can be wasteful.
- ⚠An Amsterdam host faced attempted murder charges after an incident involving a guest.
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