EP152: This Week in the World of Airbnb
Summary
This article from 2017 discusses various Airbnb-related topics, including research on how to write effective listings, legislation in New York, and Airbnb's partnership with Hearst. It also mentions a treehouse listing in Canada. Hosts should review their listings to ensure they project trustworthiness and consider how potential legislation could impact their rentals.
Key Insights
- •A new bill in New York seeks to legalize rentals under 30 days when the host is away, which could create a boost in Airbnb rentals.
- •Research from Cornell and Stanford identified that perceived trustworthiness is a significant predictor of host choice. Length, language, and personal details influence this perception.
Action Items
- ✓Review your Airbnb listing and profile to ensure it is well-written, conversational, and includes personal details that project trustworthiness to potential guests.Effort: lowImpact: medium
- ✓Stay informed about proposed legislation in your area that could impact short-term rentals, like the bill in New York mentioned in the article.Effort: lowImpact: medium
Tools & Resources
- →Cornell and Stanford research: The article mentions research from Cornell and Stanford.
Common Mistakes
- ⚠The article mentions that a treehouse rental doesn't comply with city property standards. Be sure to understand local regulations related to property usage to avoid compliance issues.
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