Airbnb Hosting EP 201: This Week in the World of Airbnb
Summary
In this episode of Get Paid For Your Pad, hosts Jasper and Margot discuss strategies for maximizing earning potential when listing your home for special events like the Super Bowl, including pricing, listing optimization, and competing with increased supply. They also cover recent news in the Airbnb world, such as an upcoming IPO, new short-term rental regulations, and myths about Airbnb search rankings.
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