Airbnb Hosting - Should I Allow Guests With No Reviews?

Richard FertigDec 27, 20175m 50s13.4K viewsScore 75
Hosting Operations
intermediate
guest screening
new host tips
Airbnb verification
communication strategy
risk management
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Summary

AI-generated

Learn how to confidently accept Airbnb guests with no reviews by implementing verification checks and communication strategies. This guide helps hosts move from a fear-based approach to one of strength, ensuring better guest matches and property care.

Key insights

  • The host accepts about 75% of guests without reviews if they have provided credentials and answered questions reasonably well, indicating a comfort level with these bookings.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Operating solely based on the fear of vacancy can lead hosts to accept unsuitable guests, potentially resulting in property damage or negative guest experiences.

Tools & resources

  • STRU Facebook groupplatform

    Join the STRU Facebook group for community support and discussions among short-term rental hosts.

Frequently Asked Questions

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