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Don’t buy an Airbnb Property before watching this video..
Summary
In this video, Sean Rakidzich discusses why relying solely on software like AirDNA for market research when buying an Airbnb property can be detrimental, highlighting issues with data age, accuracy, completeness, and lack of context. He recommends using Airbnb to perform market research instead, allowing the host to focus on details that will cause people to book - the Airbnb algorithm, the property’s design, the area itself, what customers value, and high-quality photos.
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