What Hosts Charge vs. What Guests ACTUALLY Pay: Unveiling the Price Gap

Short Term Rental RichesMay 15, 202511m 49s125 viewsScore 75
Pricing & Profitability
intermediate
dynamic pricing
guest pricing
revenue management
STR fees
channel manager
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Summary

AI-generated

This video explains why the price hosts see on their dynamic pricing tools often differs from the actual price guests pay. It details six key reasons, including OTA commissions, PMS fees, cancellation policies, channel markups, promotions, and taxes, offering insights into revenue management.

Key insights

  • Promotions, such as early bird discounts or weekly/monthly rates, offered on various OTAs can lower the effective price for guests, even if the base rate appears higher.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Failing to account for OTA commissions, PMS fees, channel markups, and taxes can lead to inaccurate pricing reviews, potentially causing hosts to miss out on bookings or revenue.

Tools & resources

  • STR Management Servicesservice

    Expert STR management services are available 24/7 to help improve guest experiences and reduce host stress.

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