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How to Get More Airbnb Bookings
Empty calendar dates killing your revenue? Managing an Airbnb effectively comes down to a handful of decisions — pricing, fees, minimum stays, and promotion strategy. Here's exactly what works in 2026.
May 22, 2023 · 7 min read
Hiring a Property Manager vs. Managing Yourself (AIRBNB)
Hiring an Airbnb property manager can cost $20,000+ per property annually — but managing yourself isn't always the answer either. Here's how to decide which approach actually maximizes your returns in 2026.
May 18, 2023 · 16 min read
How to find a GREAT Property Management Company for your Airbnb
Picking the wrong Airbnb management company can cost you tens of thousands of dollars in missed revenue. Here's exactly what to look for — from local expertise to fee structures — before signing anything.
May 16, 2023 · 10 min read
Are people QUITTING Airbnb?
Some Airbnb hosts are walking away from the platform entirely — but the reasons why reveal a major opportunity for investors who know what they're doing. Here's what's actually happening in the STR market right now.
May 11, 2023 · 9 min read
Should you add a SAUNA to your Airbnb?? (And Other Amenities)
Adding a sauna or hot tub to your Airbnb can dramatically boost bookings — but only if the data supports it. Here's the exact process for using Airbnb's amenity filters and PriceLabs to make smart, high-ROI amenity decisions.
May 8, 2023 · 9 min read
How to Analyze a Market for Airbnb (Part 2)
Picking the right Airbnb market can make or break your investment. This guide breaks down how a smart Airbnb market manager analyzes competition, revenue ratios, and property sizing to find markets worth investing in.
May 4, 2023 · 9 min read
How to Analyze a Market for Airbnb (Part 1)
Picking the wrong market is one of the costliest mistakes an STR investor can make. This guide walks through the exact airbnb market analysis process — from shortlisting markets with data tools to vetting regulations and projecting future risk.
May 2, 2023 · 11 min read
My BEEF With Evolve Property Management
Large Airbnb management companies like Evolve sound convenient — but they may be quietly costing you thousands per year. Here's what STR investors need to know before handing over their properties.
April 27, 2023 · 9 min read
The BEST time to get started on Airbnb
The Airbnb market runs in predictable cycles. Understanding where you are in that cycle — and building the skills to outperform regardless — is what separates top hosts from everyone else. Here's how to do it.
April 27, 2023 · 9 min read
Joint Venture Real Estate Guide (For Airbnb)
No cash? No problem. Joint ventures let you break into Airbnb real estate investing without spending a dollar of your own money. Here's exactly how to find partners, structure deals, and build serious wealth through STR properties.
April 18, 2023 · 10 min read
5 BIG MISTAKES to Avoid with Airbnb Investing
Investing in Airbnb can generate serious returns — but only if you avoid the pitfalls that sink most new hosts. Here are the five most common mistakes STR investors make, and exactly how to sidestep them.
April 18, 2023 · 8 min read
3 Things You NEED TO KNOW About Airbnb Investing
Airbnb investing can generate serious returns — but only if you know what you're doing. These 3 foundational pillars separate profitable STR investors from those who buy the wrong properties and wonder what went wrong.
April 18, 2023 · 8 min read