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Video guides and articles from James Svetec
World’s Coolest Airbnb: The Invisible House
The invisible house is one of the most photographed Airbnb properties in the world — a fully mirrored, 5,500-square-foot structure sitting on 90 acres next to Joshua Tree National Park. But does the wow factor translate into a smart short-term rental business?
March 27, 2023 · 10 min read
Will the Collapse of SVB Impact Airbnb
With banks failing and inflation eroding cash, smart investors are asking where their money works hardest. Here's how Airbnb as investment stacks up against stocks, bonds, and holding cash — and why cash flow is the only metric that truly matters.
March 21, 2023 · 9 min read
Airbnb Pricing Strategy & Optimization Tool
Empty calendar nights are lost revenue you can never recover. This guide breaks down the exact Target Occupancy Tracking Technique used by top STR hosts — a spreadsheet-based pricing system that tells you precisely when to raise or lower your rates.
March 21, 2023 · 10 min read
How To Price Your Airbnb
Figuring out how to price your Airbnb can make or break your returns. This guide covers the supply-and-demand fundamentals, dynamic pricing strategies, new listing discounts, and the truth about cleaning fees and pet fees.
March 20, 2023 · 10 min read
PROPERTY TOUR of a $1.1M PER YEAR Airbnb
A Las Vegas mansion on Airbnb is generating over $1.1 million per year — and the property manager behind it earns an estimated $200,000 in fees from just one property. Here's what this extraordinary STR reveals about luxury short-term rental management.
March 16, 2023 · 9 min read
Reacting to Shelby Church’s “Not Financial Advice”
Shelby Church says Airbnb isn't worth it in 2023 — but is her advice based on data or just one bad experience? BNB Mastery breaks down the real lessons for STR investors and what not to do.
March 8, 2023 · 6 min read
The BEST Pricing Software for Airbnb
The right Airbnb host software can squeeze thousands more dollars out of your listing annually — but only if you use it at the right time. Here's how to know when you're ready, and which pricing tool actually delivers.
March 8, 2023 · 10 min read
Investor Reacts – Shelby Church’s Airbnb Disaster
A Palm Springs Airbnb host earned $81,000 in gross revenue but still lost $13,000 after expenses. Here's what went wrong — and what every host and investor needs to know before buying or managing a short-term rental property.
March 7, 2023 · 9 min read
The BEST Way to Collect Emails from Airbnb Guests
Collecting guest email addresses is one of the most underrated marketing moves an Airbnb host can make. Here are three proven methods — from digital guestbooks to Wi-Fi splash pages — that actually work in 2026.
March 2, 2023 · 9 min read
Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo, Direct Bookings – The Reality that Many Investors Don’t Realize
Not all booking platforms are created equal. This breakdown covers the key differences between Airbnb, VRBO, Booking.com, and direct booking websites — so you can choose the right mix for your property type and avoid costly mistakes.
February 28, 2023 · 9 min read
Airbnb Investing in Canada vs. USA for Canadian Investors
Airbnb co hosting lets you earn income managing other people's properties without owning real estate. This guide covers how it works, what co hosts earn, how to land clients, and the key differences between co hosting and investing.
February 23, 2023 · 11 min read
Airbnb For Sale: High ROI, Great Location (How to)
Most Airbnb investment mistakes happen before a single offer is made. This 6-step process — from picking a market to putting in offers — helps you buy the right property with confidence, not guesswork.
February 16, 2023 · 6 min read