Phil Kennard - Founder of Futurestay on STR Like The Best by Michael Chang
Summary
Phil Kennard from FutureStay discusses the importance of direct bookings for short-term rental businesses. He explains how direct bookings can significantly increase profit margins, especially for those operating with small margins, and provides actionable strategies for attracting direct bookings while also leveraging OTAs like Airbnb.
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