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Video guides and articles from James Svetec
Spectacular cash flow…Rural Airbnbs
Rural Airbnb properties can generate spectacular cash flow — but they come with unique trade-offs. Here's an honest breakdown of why cottage, lakefront, and mountain STRs outperform urban rentals, plus the cons you need to plan for.
October 5, 2023 · 7 min read
What’s a Realistic ROI for Airbnb Investing?
Most new STR investors either aim too low or too high when estimating returns. Here's what a realistic Airbnb ROI actually looks like in 2026 — including cash-on-cash benchmarks, equity build-up, and total return targets.
October 3, 2023 · 8 min read
HOT TAKES – What Can Investors Learn from the Recent Airbnb Crackdowns?
NYC's short-term rental crackdown made headlines — but smart investors know this story is years old. Here's what the regulation debate actually teaches you about where and how to safely invest in Airbnb in 2026.
September 28, 2023 · 8 min read
5 Must-Have Amenities That Can Drive Guest Bookings
The right amenities can mean the difference between a fully booked calendar and a listing guests scroll past. Here are five additions that consistently drive more bookings and higher nightly rates for short-term rental properties in 2026.
September 26, 2023 · 10 min read
How I Use ChatGPT in My Airbnb Business
Hosting on Airbnb takes more time than most people expect — listings, messages, hiring, operations. Here's how smart hosts are using ChatGPT to cut that workload dramatically in 2026.
September 21, 2023 · 10 min read
3 Easy Steps to Automate Guest Communication (My GO-TO tool)
Guest messages come at all hours, on weekends, and always at the worst times. These 3 easy steps to automate and outsource guest communication will free up your time without sacrificing hospitality quality.
September 19, 2023 · 8 min read
How to Launch a Property on Airbnb
Launching a new Airbnb listing the wrong way can trap you at the bottom of search results for years. This guide breaks down the exact property management Airbnb launch strategy that experienced hosts use to trigger the algorithm, flood their calendar with early bookings, and build long-term ranking momentum.
September 14, 2023 · 12 min read
Picking an Airbnb Management Company (5 Things You Need)
The difference between a great Airbnb management company and a mediocre one can mean $10,000+ per year in lost revenue. Here's a practical framework for choosing the right partner for your short-term rental property.
September 12, 2023 · 9 min read
Reacting to Shelby Church’s Top Airbnb Takeaways
Most Airbnb hosts learn their biggest lessons the hard way. Discover what top Airbnb hosts actually do differently — from smart pricing strategies and amenity selection to building a management team that runs without you.
September 7, 2023 · 8 min read
HUGE AIRBNB CRASH… Investor Reacts (Part 2)
Doom headlines about an Airbnb crash keep circulating — but do they hold up? This breakdown explains why revenue-per-available-room data is being misread, what it actually means for hosts, and how smart operators stay profitable regardless of market cycles.
September 5, 2023 · 9 min read
3 Tips to Increase Airbnb Demand
Fewer bookings than expected? These three Airbnb host tips — smart pricing adjustments, minimum stay flexibility, and strategic platform expansion — can meaningfully boost demand for your short-term rental in 2026.
August 31, 2023 · 10 min read
What To Do If Your Airbnb Bookings Are Slowing Down
Seeing a slowdown in Airbnb bookings? You're not alone — but panic is the wrong response. Here's a tactical, data-driven playbook for getting your short-term rental performing again without leaving money on the table.
August 29, 2023 · 7 min read