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Building an Airbnb Glamping Retreat: Full Blog Video Breakdown
Glamping retreats are one of the most exciting opportunities in short-term rentals right now. This blog video covers how to build one — from choosing the right land to picking ADUs that generate serious cash flow.
July 12, 2022 · 10 min read
3 Ways to Finance an Airbnb Property in 2026
Financing an Airbnb doesn't have to mean maxing out your personal credit or paying insane interest rates. Here are three smart strategies — including one that delivers infinite ROI — for building your STR portfolio in 2026.
July 7, 2022 · 9 min read
Best Airbnb Alternatives for STR Hosts in 2026
Listing on Airbnb alone could be leaving revenue on the table. From VRBO to Booking.com to direct bookings, here's how to choose the right platforms for your short-term rental in 2026.
July 5, 2022 · 8 min read
Pros and Cons of Mid-Term Rentals: Blog Video Breakdown
Mid-term rentals sit in an interesting middle ground between short-term and long-term rentals. This blog video breaks down the real trade-offs — higher returns than long-term leases, fewer turnovers than Airbnb, and one major legal risk most hosts overlook.
June 30, 2022 · 10 min read
Earn $10,000/Month on Airbnb Without Owning Property
Managing other people's Airbnb properties could generate $10,000 per month — without buying, renting, or furnishing a single property. This blog video breaks down exactly how rural markets and high-revenue listings make it possible with just five properties.
June 28, 2022 · 8 min read
How to Find Great Deals on Airbnb Properties in 2026
Finding great deals on Airbnb properties isn't just about luck — it's about knowing where to look and what other buyers are ignoring. These two strategies helped one investor negotiate $100,000+ off asking price.
June 23, 2022 · 8 min read
Top 3 Airbnb Pricing Mistakes Costing Hosts Thousands
Most Airbnb hosts are leaving serious money on the table with their pricing. Learn the three most common STR pricing mistakes — including one that cost a single property $30,000 in missed revenue — and how to avoid them.
June 21, 2022 · 8 min read
Top 3 Airbnb Analysis Mistakes to Avoid in 2026
Most Airbnb investors make the same three analysis mistakes — and they can cost thousands. This blog video breaks down what to avoid and how to analyze STR properties the right way in 2026.
June 16, 2022 · 9 min read
Airbnb Market Research: How to Find the Best US Markets
Finding the right Airbnb market can make or break your investment. This guide breaks down exactly how to conduct Airbnb market research in 2026 — from the data sources pros use to the specific metrics that separate great markets from money pits.
June 14, 2022 · 8 min read
Building an Off-Grid Geodesic Dome Airbnb: ROI Breakdown
Building a geodesic dome Airbnb on land you already own can generate a 100% return on investment in year one. This blog video breaks down the costs, projected revenue, and why off-grid tiny homes are outperforming traditional STR investments in 2026.
June 9, 2022 · 9 min read
Geodesic Dome Airbnb Income: How Much Can ADUs Really Earn?
Geodesic domes are one of the most profitable ADUs you can list on Airbnb — and the numbers prove it. One host pulled in $97,000 in a single year from a dome that cost roughly $40,000 to set up. Here's a full breakdown of the real revenue data.
June 7, 2022 · 9 min read
How to Find the Right Property for Airbnb in Any Market (2026)
Not every property performs equally on Airbnb — and choosing the wrong one could cost you 50% or more in lost revenue. This blog video breaks down how to use data and the bedroom gap strategy to find the best-performing properties in any market.
June 2, 2022 · 9 min read