#1 TIP FOR AIRBNB HOSTS IN 2019 (start to take bookings off Airbnb)

Richard FertigDec 20, 20183m 18s5.1K viewsScore 75
Growth & Marketing
intermediate
diversify bookings
direct bookings
entrepreneurship
STR business
brand building
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Summary

AI-generated

This video encourages short-term rental hosts to shift their mindset from being just an 'Airbnb host' to a 'real estate entrepreneur' focused on the STR market. It emphasizes the need to diversify booking sources beyond platforms like Airbnb and VRBO to build a sustainable business.

Key insights

  • Relying solely on platforms like Airbnb and VRBO for bookings is becoming riskier due to increasing competition and the potential for platform opportunities to diminish over time.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Solely relying on an anonymous platform like Airbnb for bookings without developing an independent brand or marketing strategy can limit long-term growth and sustainability.

Tools & resources

  • Get Started on Airbnbcourse

    Richard Fertig offers a course to help hosts get started on Airbnb.

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