NO To Commission Fees & YES to Direct Bookings
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Summary
AI-generatedThis video introduces the concept of direct bookings and the benefit of circumventing OTA commission fees. It warns of the increasing difficulty of doing so because platforms like Airbnb, Booking.com, VRBO and Expedia are cracking down on hosts who attempt to get direct bookings.
Key insights
Airbnb's recent increase in commission fees to 15.5% for hosts makes direct booking more appealing.
Mistakes to avoid
Avoid getting kicked off OTAs while trying to get direct bookings.
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