How AI Automates 90% of My Guest Messages (And Why Hosts Who Don't Adapt Will Get Left Behind)
Summary
This episode of Michael Chang's STR podcast focuses on how AI is transforming short-term rental management. Annie, co-founder of HelloHost, explains how AI can automate guest communication and operations, and how hosts can leverage it to remain competitive. The discussion includes the importance of AEO, review removal, and AI's impact on Airbnb policies.
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