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Video guides and articles from James Svetec
The BEST Airbnb Pricing Tool 2025
Using the wrong Airbnb pricing tool — or no dynamic pricing at all — can cost hosts thousands per year. This complete PriceLabs setup guide covers every key feature, from seasonal profiles to orphan night pricing, with real configurations that drive results.
May 15, 2025 · 13 min read
15 Simple (but effective) Airbnb Setup Tricks! Get MORE 5-Star Reviews (2025)
Your Airbnb setup could be quietly killing your review scores. These 15 setup tricks — from smart home triangles to the hotel mirror test — show exactly how top-rated hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews.
May 8, 2025 · 6 min read
These 21 Hidden Mistakes Destroy Your Airbnb Rating (Don't Make Them)
Your Airbnb rating can make or break your entire hosting business. From slow response times to hidden cameras, these 21 mistakes are silently costing hosts bookings and five-star reviews — and most hosts are making at least seven of them without realizing it.
May 1, 2025 · 11 min read
This $5,000 DOME DOUBLED My Airbnb Revenue (2025 Cash Flow Hack)
One host turned their slowest months into their most profitable by adding a $5,000 geodesic dome — jumping from 30% to 70% winter occupancy and doubling Airbnb revenue. Here's exactly how it works.
April 24, 2025 · 10 min read
DON'T GO LIVE ON AIRBNB! Do THIS First!
The first 30 days of your Airbnb listing are make or break. Get the algorithm boost wrong and you'll spend months recovering. Here's exactly what to do first — before you ever hit publish.
April 17, 2025 · 10 min read
9 Steps to Host from ANYWHERE in the World: The COMPLETE Host Guide (Part 2)
Most Airbnb hosts spend 15-20 hours a week managing their properties. With the right automation systems, you can cut that to 1-2 hours — and run your STR from literally anywhere in the world. Here are 9 proven steps to make it happen.
April 10, 2025 · 3 min read
11 Ways to 3X Your Airbnb Income in 2025: The COMPLETE Host Guide (Part 1)
Most Airbnb hosts are leaving thousands of dollars on the table every month. This complete host guide covers 11 proven strategies — from dynamic pricing setup to multi-platform expansion — that have helped hosts go from $3,000 to over $6,000 per month.
April 3, 2025 · 6 min read
iGMS is a great tool for Airbnb hosts/co-hosts looking for an easy way to manage listings! #ad
Managing Airbnb listings doesn't have to be complicated. iGMS offers hosts and co-hosts a simple, affordable property management system that's fast to set up and easy to use — so you can focus on growing your business instead of wrestling with software.
March 28, 2025 · 8 min read
DO NOT Buy an Airbnb before watching this…
Most first-time STR investors make the same costly mistakes — wrong market, bad numbers, no systems. This guide walks through the exact process for buying a profitable Airbnb property in 2026, from market analysis to launch day.
March 20, 2025 · 13 min read
Airbnb Co-Hosting in 2026 (Ultimate Guide to 6 Figures)
Airbnb co-hosting in 2026 is one of the most accessible ways to build a six-figure income in real estate — without buying a single property. This guide covers everything from market research and client acquisition to pricing, systems, and scaling.
March 13, 2025 · 8 min read
10 Game-Changing Hacks to Improve Your Airbnb
What does it really mean to run a successful Airbnb in 2026? These 10 practical hacks — including a $15 sensor that prevented $44,000 in property damage — show exactly what separates top hosts from average ones.
January 16, 2025 · 9 min read
You'll lose THOUSANDS hosting on Airbnb if you make these mistakes
Most Airbnb hosts make the same four mistakes — and they don't realize the damage until it's too late. From overpricing at launch to going it alone, here's what to avoid if you want strong reviews and consistent bookings.
September 19, 2024 · 6 min read