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How to Operate Your Airbnb Business Like a Machine

This Get Paid for Your Pad episode discusses the role of an operations manager in an Airbnb business and how to operate your business like a machine. It covers topics like delegation, building systems, and finding the right qualities in an operations manager. Hosts should consider the benefits of an operations manager, especially if they are looking to scale their business.

almost 4 years ago75
Property Management From Home for Short-Term Rentals

This article discusses how short-term rental management can be done remotely to save money and time. It highlights the increasing demand for private accommodations and suggests leveraging remote management services, such as inspection software and property marketplaces, to streamline operations and increase profits.

almost 4 years ago75
How You Can be Part of the Overnight Success Team

This article from Get Paid for Your Pad discusses the evolution of hiring practices for STR businesses and emphasizes the importance of strategic focus for CEOs. It provides insights into revenue management routines and the differences between hotel and STR revenue management. Hosts should focus on building efficient teams, optimizing pricing routines, and understanding the differences between hotel and STR revenue management.

almost 4 years ago75
Short-term rental SaaS startup Hostfully raises $4M seed funding - PhocusWire

The short-term rental SaaS startup Hostfully has raised $4 million in seed funding. This indicates continued investment in the STR technology space, potentially signaling growth and new features for hosts using such platforms. While the article doesn't give specific actions, it shows a growing market for STR software.

almost 4 years ago75
Freewyld Updates: Why We Partnered with a Management Company on Freewyld

This article discusses the challenges of managing a short-term rental cleaning team and the benefits of partnering with a management company. Hosts should evaluate their current teams and consider outsourcing management if they're experiencing issues with bookings, reviews, or team culture.

almost 4 years agonull78
Vacation Rental Cleaning During COVID-19

This article discusses the importance of COVID-19 cleaning protocols for vacation rentals to meet guest expectations and ensure safety. It emphasizes the need to stay updated on health and safety guidelines and suggests using tools like the Properly app to manage cleaning and training for service providers.

almost 4 years ago78
Tiny Homes Listener Q&As

This podcast episode from Get Paid For Your Pad discusses the potential of tiny homes as STRs, exploring zoning challenges, rising construction costs, and the impact on the customer experience. It also covers revenue management routines and the CEO's role in STR businesses. Hosts should consider the unique challenges tiny homes present and analyze their revenue management strategies to maximize profitability.

almost 4 years ago75
How to Buy Run-Down Motels and Convert Them into Airbnbs

This article is a podcast episode from Get Paid for Your Pad featuring Francisco Arango, an experienced Airbnb host who buys and renovates motels. The episode provides insights into his business model, including financing, team building, and strategies for making listings stand out. Hosts can learn from Arango's experience and adapt his strategies for their own STR businesses.

almost 4 years ago75
Freewyld Updates: Investigating the Tiny Home Concept for the Freewyld Brand

This article discusses the challenges faced by the Freewyld brand in building a cabin community, including construction delays and potential solutions using tiny homes. It also delves into revenue management and strategic focus for STR CEOs. Hosts should consider the insights on revenue management routines and CEO responsibilities to improve their business operations.

almost 4 years ago75
Top Interior Design Resources for Airbnbs

This article is a transcript from a podcast episode on Get Paid for Your Pad and discusses interior design resources for Airbnbs, revenue management routines, and CEO focus for STR businesses. Hosts should consider the suggested resources to improve their STR's design and revenue management.

about 4 years ago75
Living Like a Short-Term Rental King in Paradise

This article is a podcast episode discussing the rapid growth of an STR business in Aruba. It highlights the importance of dynamic pricing and building effective teams. Hosts can learn from the experiences shared about team structures and revenue management.

about 4 years agoAruba75
STR Legends Mastermind Doors Are Open

This article discusses the opening of the STR Legends Mastermind program, a program offering resources and community for short-term rental hosts. Hosts can also learn about potential market changes due to rising travel costs and how to improve financing and combat rising interest rates. The article also touches on revenue management strategies and CEO focus in STR businesses.

about 4 years ago75
The STR Legends Mastermind is Back!

This article discusses the STR Legends Mastermind group, emphasizing the benefits of networking and learning from experienced hosts. It also touches on revenue management routines and the importance of a strategic approach to running an STR business, highlighting insights from various industry experts. Hosts can benefit by considering the advice provided on improving revenue management and adopting a more strategic approach to their operations.

about 4 years ago75
From 15 to 50 Airbnbs in One Year

This article discusses the rapid growth of Argest Rentals from 15 to nearly 50 Airbnb properties in one year. It offers insights into how they achieved this, focusing on strategies such as using Upwork for hiring, leveraging WhatsApp for communication, building a virtual assistant team, and utilizing word-of-mouth marketing. The article also touches on revenue management strategies and CEO focus in STR businesses.

about 4 years ago78
AirBnB host's billing me £450 for wine spill but it's unfair, it was an accident - The Scottish Sun

This article discusses a guest being charged £450 by an Airbnb host for a wine spill. Hosts should be aware of the potential for unexpected charges and the importance of clear communication and documentation regarding damage claims.

about 4 years ago75
STARTUP STAGE: HostGPO creates a buying community for rental hosts - PhocusWire

This article discusses HostGPO, a buying community for rental hosts. Hosts can potentially save money by leveraging group purchasing power for supplies and services. There's no action needed based on the brief content, but hosts should be aware of cost-saving tools.

about 4 years ago65
The Five Stages of Hosting

This article discusses the five stages of hosting, from traditional to legend, and how to identify your current stage and scale your business. It also covers revenue management strategies, including the importance of daily and weekly routines, and offers insights on the CEO's role in scaling an STR business, as well as the challenges of the "hectic host" stage.

about 4 years ago82
From Masterleasing to Managing Short-Term Rentals in Sarasota

This episode of "Get Paid for Your Pad" features an interview with Tia Castle, who transitioned from masterleasing to managing short-term rentals. She discusses her experience and provides insights into finding the right market, the changes in the Florida market, and the benefits of the STR Legends community, particularly during the pandemic.

about 4 years agoFlorida75
Matt’s Journey from Hectic Host to Rising Star

This episode of Get Paid For Your Pad dives into how an STR host transitioned from a "Hectic Host" to a rising star by using the Legends X STR Accelerator and implementing a management model. Hosts can learn how to build a team, delegate tasks, and design a business that allows for a better work-life balance.

about 4 years ago75
Taking Over an Old-School Vacation Rental Business in Rural Germany

This article discusses the challenges and opportunities of taking over an old-school vacation rental business in rural Germany, emphasizing the need for modern marketing, year-round operation, and leveraging the popularity of secondary markets. Hosts can learn from the experience of adapting to changing guest preferences and the importance of personal touch, while recognizing the value of revenue management tools.

over 4 years agoGermany78