5 Airbnb Updates You need to know about

Sean RakidzichMay 25, 20218m 17s12.7K viewsScore 75
Hosting Operations
intermediate
Airbnb updates
multi-calendar
cancellation policy
rental arbitrage
STR insurance
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Summary

AI-generated

This video outlines five key Airbnb updates for hosts in 2021, including platform changes like the multi-calendar feature, crucial updates to alteration policies, new regulatory requirements in Atlanta, evolving insurance options, and the growing trend of rental arbitrage.

Key insights

  • Rental arbitrage is gaining traction, with hosts successfully securing multi-unit properties (e.g., 8 units) by negotiating favorable terms with landlords, such as free rent periods, due to landlord concerns about eviction bans and economic uncertainty.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Before the policy change, guests could bypass cancellation policies through alteration requests, potentially causing hosts to lose significant revenue, especially on long-term bookings.

Tools & resources

  • Properservice

    Proper is an insurance company that offers lower rates to hosts who utilize security devices like noise monitors (e.g., Minut) and can prove their implementation.

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