Airbnb Hosting EP 163 A Hostfully Host in Venice Beach
Summary
This episode of 'Get Paid For Your Pad' features Mike Clairmont, a Hostfully host in Venice Beach, who shares his journey as an Airbnb host, including dealing with a bed bug infestation and preventative measures. Jasper also discusses investing in Airbnb properties, focusing on researching local regulations and using tools like AirDNA to predict returns.
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