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Video guides and articles from James Svetec
How to Get Your Landlord's Permission to Host on Airbnb
Renting your space on Airbnb without owning it means your landlord holds the keys to your hosting dreams. Here's how to understand their perspective, build a real game plan, and negotiate a yes the right way.
August 18, 2019 · 6 min read
Why patience is necessary for success in entrepreneurship
Most people calling themselves entrepreneurs are just bouncing between ideas without committing. The real trait separating successful business owners from the rest? Patience — and the willingness to put in work before seeing results.
January 30, 2019 · 8 min read
Apartment Building Owners: Should You Allow Airbnb on Your Property?
Tenants are asking to host on Airbnb — and some are doing it without permission. Here's how apartment building owners and landlords can decide whether to allow short-term rentals, protect their property, and turn homesharing into extra income.
May 25, 2017 · 5 min read
How to Improve and Automate Your Airbnb Cleaning
Cleanliness is one of the biggest factors guests rate you on. Here are five practical ways to improve and automate your Airbnb cleaning so turnovers happen reliably between every booking — without draining your time.
November 23, 2016 · 4 min read
The Benefits of Being an Airbnb Host
Hosting on Airbnb takes work, but the payoff goes far beyond extra income. Here are the social, financial, and personal growth benefits that make becoming an Airbnb host worth it.
October 6, 2014 · 3 min read
How Much Time Does It Take to Host on Airbnb?
Hosting on Airbnb is rarely as effortless as it looks. Here's an honest breakdown of how many hours it really takes to run a listing — and how automation and outsourcing can free up your time as you scale.
August 27, 2014 · 3 min read