Airbnb Tips: Should I Charge a Cleaning Fee??

Richard FertigApr 21, 20175m 9s60.6K viewsScore 75
Pricing & Profitability
intermediate
cleaning fee
pricing strategy
STR costs
host income
booking conversion
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Summary

AI-generated

This video explains why charging a cleaning fee is essential for short-term rental hosts. It covers how to determine the appropriate fee based on costs and market rates, and why it's better than inflating nightly rates for booking conversions.

Key insights

  • Labor and supply costs for cleaning can vary significantly by location, with areas like the Colorado mountains being more expensive than places like Alabama.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Inflating the nightly rate to cover cleaning costs can diminish the number of potential guests who click on your listing, thereby reducing bookings.

Tools & resources

  • STRU Facebook Groupplatform

    Join the STRU Facebook group for short-term rental hosts.

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