Airbnb Hosting: Case Study of an Airbnb in Cape Town (EP 277)
Summary
This episode of "Get Paid For Your Pad" features a case study of an Airbnb listing in Cape Town experiencing declining bookings. The host, Jasper Ribberink, interviews the property owner, Simon Lewis, and outlines actionable steps to improve the listing's performance, including enabling Instant Book, using dynamic pricing, reducing minimum stays, optimizing photos, and adopting a flexible cancellation policy. An update is provided on the positive impact of implementing these changes, including increased bookings and improved health score.
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