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HomeServices of America's CEO discusses the future of the real estate industry, emphasizing the importance of a full-service model and leveraging technology to enhance the customer experience. Hosts should consider how they can better serve their guests, focusing on a seamless experience and staying informed about industry trends.

This article discusses how to build a short-term rental portfolio across multiple time zones without being physically present. Hosts should focus on market fundamentals, build strong local teams, and treat their STR investments like a business to scale effectively.

This article from Lodgify will provide tips on how to improve your Airbnb listing and ranking in 2026. Hosts can improve their listing quality and SEO to attract more guests.

Airbnb predicts travel trends for 2026, focusing on immersive experiences, including short international trips for Gen Z, national park visits, and culinary journeys. Hosts should consider the rising popularity of these destinations and curate their listings to appeal to these trends by highlighting local experiences and amenities.

This article from The Short Term Shop provides a guide for investors looking to sell their short-term rentals, highlighting key valuation differences compared to residential properties. It emphasizes the importance of choosing a specialized real estate agent with experience in the STR market and offers practical steps to maximize property appeal for potential buyers.

This article discusses how to generate income by selling digital products on Etsy, which can be used to fund real estate investments, including STRs. Hosts can create and sell digital products like templates and trackers to supplement their income, providing a low-cost, scalable business opportunity.

This BiggerPockets blog post discusses strategies for building relationships with real estate agents to find investment properties and offers insights on investing in Chicago, including its potential as a 'sleeper' market for real estate. Hosts can learn how to set expectations with agents and understand the benefits of investing in Chicago, while also avoiding the common mistake of expecting agents to work for them without offering any value in return.

This article from NerdWallet provides a list of alternative vacation rental platforms to Airbnb. Hosts can explore these options to diversify their listings and potentially reach a wider audience.

This article provides a BRRRR (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat) strategy for real estate investors, with a focus on refinancing in 2026. Hosts are encouraged to stabilize their properties, build a digital paperwork HQ, and negotiate loan terms to maximize their returns and scale their portfolios.

This article announces Lodgify's top blog posts of 2025. While the specific content isn't detailed, it suggests hosts should check out Lodgify's blog for valuable insights on vacation rental management.

Lodgify is reflecting on its achievements in 2025. This provides an opportunity to reflect on industry trends and potential changes in the vacation rental space. Hosts can use this information to stay informed on the platform and market.

This article discusses a real estate investor's journey from a high-paying job in Australia to building a real estate business in New Orleans, focusing on market research and leveraging data to identify opportunities. Hosts can learn from the investor's data-driven approach, even when investing remotely.

Airbnb is offering unique experiences with Olympians and Paralympians during the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games. Hosts near the event location could see increased demand and should consider preparing their listings to attract guests attending the games.