When I first started hosting on Airbnb, I did a lot of experimenting. As part of my experiments, I ended up making several different listings for the same space**. Once one became inactive, with no future bookings, I decided to delete it to make things a little less confusing for myself. Big mistake. What happens […]
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Why you should always communicate through Airbnb
Everyone hopes that they will always have wonderful guests. But what do you do if you don’t have a good guest? How do you protect yourself if they’re complaining about you to Airbnb? What if they’re saying flat-out lies or trying to scam you? One of the most important things you can do to keep […]
How to protect yourself against scammers
One of the hardest things to get right in the world of short-term rentals is dealing with guest complaints. You can learn how to separate the legit ones from the scammers with these tips… Most hosts truly care about their guests’ experiences and want them to have a great time. As a result, I would […]
What NOT to do with a review you don’t like
I recently had a brief stay in a lovely Airbnb suite. It was a great stay. Comfortable, convenient, and thoughtful, it was obvious that the host had put great care into his space. In my 5-star review, I used words like “perfect,” “amazing,” and “would definitely stay again.” But there were also a few things […]
How to effectively elevate your listing
These days, it’s easy to get overwhelmed trying to create both a functional and attractive short-term rental unit, never mind improving or enhancing your space! There are so many suggestions out there for furniture to buy, amenities to offer, and all the other little details that go into a short-term rental. It’s no wonder so […]