Our Airbnb was EMPTY for the Superbowl...
Summary
Kylee and Steven discuss their empty Airbnb during the Super Bowl and Waste Management Open weekend. They analyze the drop in occupancy and revenue compared to previous years, and consider their options of holding versus selling. Ultimately, they decide to retain the property and adjust their marketing and property strategy, hoping for the long-term market to level out as less competitive hosts exit the market.
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