Building Credibility to Attract Short Term Rental Property Owners w/ Shelby Pracht
Summary
Shelby Pracht started hosting by renting out a bunk in her living room and transitioned into managing 13 short-term rental units. She emphasizes starting in your own home to learn guest preferences and the importance of communication with guests and owners. For hosts looking to scale, she cautions the need to maintain personal touches and to carefully consider which units to take on, focusing on cleanliness and consistent guest experience.
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