Can I REALLY decline an Airbnb request?

The Short Term ShopSep 24, 20246m 56s550 viewsScore 75
Hosting Operations
intermediate
Airbnb algorithm
booking requests
accept vs pre-approve
host strategy
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Summary

AI-generated

This video explains the difference between accepting and pre-approving Airbnb booking requests, and how these actions might impact your listing's algorithm performance. It advises hosts to generally accept bookings when possible to maximize revenue and minimize algorithm concerns.

Key insights

  • The 'accept', 'decline', and 'pre-approve' functionalities primarily apply when a guest does not qualify for instant book due to unmet platform requirements like reviews.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Avoiding the 'decline and accept' sequence is recommended, as it's perceived to be deeper in the booking process and potentially less favorable for platform algorithms.

Tools & resources

  • Short Term Rental, Long Term Wealthbook

    The book 'Short Term Rental, Long Term Wealth' by Avery Carl offers comprehensive guidance on short-term rental investing and management.

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