Why The Airbnb 20% Discount Isn’t Worth It for new hosts
Summary
Lydia Patel advises against automatically opting into the 20% discount promotion offered by Airbnb and VRBO for new listings. While it may seem like a quick way to gain visibility and bookings, new listings already receive an organic boost in search rankings. The discount could lead to a significant loss in revenue for not a significant benefit.
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