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Video guides and articles from James Svetec
Airbnb ARBITRAGE SCAM… this is out of control...
A $40,000 rental arbitrage coaching program. No equity. 10 months to break even. The math behind Airbnb arbitrage is uglier than gurus admit — here's what you actually need to know before spending a dollar.
February 26, 2026 · 9 min read
Uncommon Airbnb House Rules You MUST Have (Copy These!)
Most hosts get their Airbnb house manual completely wrong — either scaring away good guests or leaving themselves exposed to parties and damage. Here are the 6 rules that do both jobs at once.
February 19, 2026 · 9 min read
Airbnb Hosts are AT RISK! Action Required!
Your Airbnb business could be wiped out overnight — not by a bad review, but by parties, bylaw violations, insurance gaps, and platform suspensions. Here are the four biggest threats facing STR hosts in 2026 and exactly what to do about each one.
February 12, 2026 · 9 min read
Airbnb Reviews are BROKEN. Do This.
Airbnb's review system is fundamentally broken — and hosts are losing entire listings because of it. Here's the exact strategy to protect yourself from malicious guest reviews without waiting for Airbnb to fix the problem.
February 5, 2026 · 9 min read
Get OFF Airbnb! Here's How to Get Direct Bookings (2 Methods)
Platform fees, algorithm changes, and account suspensions put every Airbnb host at risk. Here's how to get direct bookings using two proven strategies — one that works for any property, and one for unique listings ready to scale.
January 29, 2026 · 10 min read
Is Airbnb Dying? Or Is Everyone Overreacting
Airbnb has real, structural problems — from platform competition to useless support and a broken review system. But does that mean it's dying? Here's what the data and host experiences actually show, and what smart hosts are doing about it right now.
January 26, 2026 · 4 min read
5 MAJOR Issues DESTROYING Airbnb Right Now
Airbnb right now is facing serious structural problems — from guest accountability failures to management dysfunction. Here are the 5 issues every host needs to understand in 2026, plus the protection strategies keeping top hosts profitable.
January 22, 2026 · 9 min read
The WORST Airbnb Disaster I’ve Seen in a Decade (Codie Sanchez)
One viral YouTube video is sending new investors straight into the worst Airbnb disaster seen in a decade. Here's exactly why glamping tents on unwanted land don't work — and what actually builds wealth in 2026.
January 19, 2026 · 8 min read
10 Beginner Steps to Set Up Your Airbnb Business in 2026!
Starting an Airbnb business in 2026 doesn't have to be overwhelming. This step-by-step guide walks you through everything — from defining your goals and researching local laws to taking professional photos, building systems, and launching with momentum.
January 12, 2026 · 11 min read
8 Mistakes KILLING Airbnb Hosts... AVOID AT ALL COST!
From unchecked amenity boxes to full platform dependency, these eight mistakes are quietly costing Airbnb hosts bookings, revenue, and in some cases their entire business. Here's what to fix first.
January 8, 2026 · 11 min read
10 ESSENTIAL Steps to Improve Your Airbnb in 2026 (Real Listing Example!)
Most Airbnb listings lose bookings to the same fixable mistakes: bad photos, weak headlines, incomplete amenities, and missed seasonal opportunities. Here are 10 proven strategies to turn any underperforming listing into a consistent booking machine in 2026.
January 1, 2026 · 11 min read
Airbnb Bookings are GONE (What I'm Doing)
If your Airbnb bookings are gone and your calendar looks empty, you're not alone. Airbnb's algorithm is rewarding booking velocity like never before — and punishing listings that slow down. Here are 7 ranked strategies to refill your calendar fast.
December 29, 2025 · 5 min read