We can all agree that the decor of your airbnb listing can add tremendous value and create demand. There is a lot of opportunity in nightstands when furnishing an airbnb because it is pretty easy to get the functionality right. Unlike, say sofas where you may be restricted by wanting it to be a sleeper … Read more
In my experience as an Airbnb host, one of the most important aspects is cleaning. Sure, having swanky furnishings is important, and creating a great listing will drive more bookings, but having an Airbnb that does not meet guest’s expectations on cleanliness can quickly torpedo your Airbnb business. 1. Have a Checklist You want to … Read more
In this article I am going to do analysis of an Airbnb opportunity in Virginia Beach, VA. I selected this location based off Virginia Beach’s rank in the article Best Cities to Buy Airbnb. Which claims the average annual profit is $33,208. This would include part time listings, small condos, as well as large beach … Read more
After a pretty successful launch of my first Airbnb, I am going to be working on my second one. I purchased this house 13 years ago for $101,000. I originally purchased it as a house hack and since rented out the whole house primarily a student rental. As a student rental, this house rented for … Read more
This article is written from the perspective of pre-acquisition. Once you own a property, the decision is a bit different. Which one makes more money? In most situations, short-term rentals will make more than long-term. Which one takes less time to manage? On the surface, long-term rentals are much more passive than long-term rentals. With … Read more
A visually attractive space is a major way to increase bookings. Decide Budget and Theme While budget and market research is outside the scope of this article. You will want to check out your competition in your market, and some of the best listings you can find on Airbnb to see what they look like. … Read more
