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Video guides and articles from James Svetec
5 Apps That Run My 6-Figure Airbnb Business
Running an Airbnb business doesn't have to mean being glued to your phone 24/7. These five tools automate pricing, guest communication, cleaning coordination, property monitoring, and guest guides — cutting weekly work from 20+ hours down to about two.
December 25, 2025 · 9 min read
11 Airbnb Algorithm Tips to 3X Bookings
Airbnb's algorithm may be quietly suppressing your listing right now. These 11 data-backed tips — covering photos, pricing, response time, and booking velocity — can triple your bookings by working with the algorithm, not against it.
December 22, 2025 · 10 min read
No Airbnb bookings? These 7 Fixes ACTUALLY Work (GUARANTEED!)
Empty calendar? Before you give up on your listing, try these 7 proven fixes to increase Airbnb bookings fast. From pricing tweaks to the 72-hour reset strategy, these changes can turn things around within days.
December 18, 2025 · 3 min read
Airbnb NIGHTMARES: How to Avoid Bad Bookings
One bad booking can cost you $26,000 — or worse. Learn the exact red flags experienced hosts watch for, plus a 3-layer protection system to screen guests before they ever set foot in your property.
December 15, 2025 · 3 min read
Fill Your EMPTY Nights with This Secret Platform (Airbnb Hosts Don't Know About This)
Big property managers have quietly been using a secret platform to fill empty nights while independent hosts missed out. That gap is now closed — and getting started takes under five minutes.
December 11, 2025 · 8 min read
Get Booked NOW (7 Tips to Fill Airbnb Last Minute)
Empty nights on your Airbnb calendar are pure lost revenue. These 7 battle-tested strategies — from guest extension offers to emergency pricing tactics — can get you booked within 24 to 48 hours.
December 9, 2025 · 9 min read
STOP Dropping Rates on Airbnb! 12 Tips to Charge MORE!
Dropping your rates isn't the answer when bookings slow down. These 12 proven Airbnb pricing tips show you how to charge more, attract better guests, and maximize revenue — without a race to the bottom.
December 4, 2025 · 12 min read
This changes everything… 3 Things Airbnb Hosts MUST Do
One property charges $200 more per night than its competitors — with fewer amenities. Here's what Airbnb hosts must do to replicate that pricing power: eliminate hidden fees, sharpen positioning, and execute amenities that create real experiences.
December 1, 2025 · 10 min read
Airbnb Stopped Getting Booked... (GUARANTEED FIX!)
Empty calendar stressing you out? If your Airbnb stopped getting booked, there's always a specific reason — and a specific fix. This guide breaks down the four most common causes and how to resolve each one fast using a free diagnostic tool.
November 27, 2025 · 4 min read
Get Your FIRST (or Next) Airbnb Co-Hosting Client - 7 Uncommon Strategies
Most co-hosts think they need a fancy website or expensive ads to land clients. They're wrong. These 7 uncommon strategies — including Airbnb's brand-new co-hosting marketplace — cost almost nothing and work right now in 2026.
November 20, 2025 · 3 min read
Airbnb vs VRBO vs Booking.com (2025 Comparison)
Listing on just one platform is costing you money. This guide breaks down Airbnb vs VRBO vs Booking.com — fees, guest demographics, best property types, and a multi-platform strategy that can add 20–40% to your annual STR revenue.
November 13, 2025 · 12 min read
Why Booking.com Still Sucks for Hosts (But It Depends...)
Booking.com has a reputation problem among short-term rental hosts — and for good reason. From rampant credit card fraud to clunky interfaces and weak liability protection, the platform creates real headaches. But there are specific situations where it can add serious revenue.
November 6, 2025 · 10 min read