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Unexpected connections

    Airbnb can facilitate the most unexpected connections. My favorite personal example paved the way for one of the biggest honors of my career! Remember the guest I wrote about last week? The one who cooked enough food to feed an army? Well, there’s more to her stay than I let on.  Her brother […]

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Tuesday Tip: Be Responsive

    I’ve had a lot of run-ins with unresponsive entities. I’ve gotten to the point where unresponsiveness bothers me a whole lot more than a lack of knowledge.  I’d much rather send an email and get an “I don’t know, I’ll look into that” within a day or so, rather than have days of […]

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Tuesday Tip: Animals

    I know it’s hard for animal lovers to believe, but not everyone likes animals. Some people have allergies, some have had a bad experience, and some just aren’t animal people.  That’s why if there are pets on the premises, it’s important to make sure guests are aware of that before they book. Some […]

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Tuesday Tip: Noise Reduction

    If your space does have a lot of ambient noise, consider doing something to mitigate that for your guests. Get a white noise machine or supply guests with earplugs. Perhaps replace noisy machines with quieter ones, if finances allow. Your guests will thank you. Happy hosting!

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Tuesday Tip: Noise Levels

    Is your place near a highway? Are there children who live nearby or in adjacent spaces? Do you have something in the home that makes a lot of noise, such as a dehumidifier or loud air conditioning unit? Make sure this is clearly indicated in your listing. Some people are light sleepers, and […]

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