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Leverage your Airbnbs to travel for free

This article discusses Host Share, a new platform for hosts to exchange stays in their properties, potentially traveling for free. It also highlights an episode of 'Get Paid For Your Pad' on revenue management and CEO strategies. Hosts can learn about a new way to travel and improve their pricing strategies.

over 2 years ago75
Vrbo raises guest protection and bolsters premier host reputations - shorttermrentalz.com

This article announces updates to VRBO's guest protection and host reputation systems. While details are scarce, the focus suggests improvements to the guest experience and potentially benefits for Premier Hosts. Further information would clarify how these changes improve trust and influence booking decisions.

over 2 years ago75
How to find a great partner to run your STR business

This article from "Get Paid For Your Pad" highlights an interview with industry experts discussing successful partnerships in the short-term rental business. It mentions a Labor Day promotional offer for an overnightsuccess.io product.

over 2 years ago65
Increase revenue by finding your Airbnb niche

To increase revenue, hosts should identify their ideal guest, or 'guest avatar', and tailor their listing and experience to meet their needs. The article suggests reviewing past guest feedback and considering the local market's visitor profile to find your niche. This can lead to significant revenue increases, as demonstrated by the author's personal experience.

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How to scale to 1000+ units with Skyrun CEO Lukas Krause

This article, from the "Get Paid For Your Pad" podcast, discusses scaling a short-term rental business. It emphasizes the importance of hiring the right team, embracing revenue management, and continuous personal and professional development for entrepreneurs. It also touches on insights from other episodes, like how CEO's should allocate time strategically.

over 2 years ago78
How Alex created financial independence through investing in STR

This article discusses an investor's successful journey in short-term rentals and offers advice on building a unique guest experience and scaling the business through documentation, virtual assistants, and networking. It also highlights the importance of adapting to local market conditions and focusing on hospitality.

over 2 years ago78
Inventory Acquisition Strategies with Brooke Pfautz (Ep570)

This podcast episode discusses strategies for property managers to acquire more short-term rental properties to manage. The key takeaway is that data-driven outbound marketing, including list brokers, websites, CRMs, and omnichannel marketing (direct mail, email, social media ads) are effective strategies to find and contact potential clients. Remember to answer your phone!

over 2 years ago82
Inventory Acquisition Strategies With Brooke Pfautz

This article discusses inventory acquisition strategies for short-term rental companies. The focus is on using data from various sources like list brokers and online travel agencies to identify potential properties. Hosts can use these strategies to expand their rental portfolios.

over 2 years ago75
Kasa Living expands into single-home vacation rentals - PhocusWire

This article announces Kasa Living's expansion into single-home vacation rentals. Hosts may want to monitor how this could affect the market and potentially learn from Kasa's approach.

almost 3 years ago65
How to analyze short-term rental acquisition deals (Ep560)

This podcast episode from Get Paid For Your Pad focuses on analyzing short-term rental acquisition deals. Hosts can learn how to assess potential investments, a crucial skill for growing their portfolio.

almost 3 years ago75
13 Factors to Rank Better on Airbnb (Ep557)

This article discusses 13 factors that influence your Airbnb listing's search ranking, emphasizing the importance of staying current with the algorithm. Daniel Rusteen shares tips on improving search ranking, dealing with negative reviews, and using creative discounts. Hosts should review their listings and strategies to optimize their ranking and increase bookings.

almost 3 years ago75
13 Factors to Rank Better on Airbnb

This article discusses 13 factors that impact your Airbnb search ranking, emphasizing the need to continuously adjust strategies to stay ahead of the competition. It covers topics like reviews, photos, pricing, and dealing with negative feedback. Hosts should review their listings and strategies to improve their search ranking and increase bookings.

almost 3 years ago78
How to build a host driven Airbnb brand to stand out from the competition (Ep556)

This article discusses building a strong brand for your Airbnb listing to stand out. It suggests considering strategies to enhance your listing and guest experience to gain a competitive edge. Hosts should explore ways to establish a unique brand identity.

almost 3 years ago75
Leverage AI to drive Airbnb and direct bookings (Ep555)

This article discusses leveraging AI to improve communication and content creation for STR listings, potentially leading to more direct bookings. Hosts can use AI tools like ChatGPT to generate ideas and optimize their content. The article also provides a 5-day challenge to help hosts start driving direct bookings using AI.

almost 3 years ago82
Leverage AI to drive Airbnb and direct bookings

This article discusses leveraging AI to drive more direct bookings for your short-term rental business. It provides a step-by-step approach to using AI for content creation and guest communication, along with a five-day challenge to help hosts get started.

almost 3 years ago75
Can subscription services work for STRs? - PhocusWire

This article explores whether subscription services can be implemented for short-term rentals. While the details are not fully provided, it suggests considering subscription-based models to enhance offerings. Hosts should explore ways to offer subscription services to guest to potentially increase revenue.

almost 3 years ago75
How to Scale to 50+ STR Units Through Partnerships (Ep554)

This article discusses scaling your STR business through partnerships with investors. It highlights the importance of setting clear goals, understanding investor needs, and effective communication to build successful partnerships. Hosts can learn how to leverage partnerships to grow their portfolio without solely relying on their own capital.

almost 3 years ago78
How to Scale to 50+ STR Units Through Partnerships

This article discusses how short-term rental businesses can scale to 50+ units by partnering with investors. It covers strategies for finding investors, structuring deals, and the importance of clear goals and communication. Hosts should consider exploring investor partnerships to grow their portfolio without solely relying on mortgages.

almost 3 years ago75
How to raise money for your Airbnb business (Ep553)

This article discusses how short-term rental businesses can raise money from investors, including the different stages of fundraising and the importance of networking. Hosts can learn about the advantages of investing in STRs and potentially seek investment for their own businesses.

almost 3 years ago75
How to raise money for your Airbnb business

This article discusses how short-term rental businesses can raise money from investors, including the different stages of fundraising and the importance of networking. It also highlights the Rising Stars Mastermind, a virtual group for STR operators. Hosts can learn about the advantages of STR investments, the value of networking, and the difference between seed and acquisition capital.

almost 3 years ago75