Using non-invasive technology to regulate the sharing economy If you own or rent a property, there’s a pretty good chance that someone is willing to pay you to stay there for a few nights, whether it’s a family on vacation or a group of college kids on spring break. It’s […]
In my opinion, the bed is the most important part of your Airbnb listing. That is where your guests will be spending most of their time, and if there are hairs, stains, smells, wrinkles or any other unappealing qualities they WILL rate you poorly. Here are 4 quick Airbnb tips […]
In July 2017, while staying in a struggling Airbnb in Tallinn, Estonia, the book concept for Optimize YOUR Airbnb hit Daniel V. Rusteen, prior Airbnb employee and owner of OptimizeMyAirbnb.com. Over the next six months, the book would come together and be considered the definitive source for any serious Airbnb […]
Providing a wide array of non-standard Airbnb amenities to your guests is one of the easiest ways to improve your listing and obtain five-star reviews. Most guests expect basic amenities they would commonly find in a hotel, but there are many ways to exceed their expectations. Think of it this […]
Overview: The Party Squasher is perfect for Airbnb hosts who rent out an entire home on Airbnb. Although the device would also be useful for hosts who rent a private room, it might not be as necessary since someone else is often going to be there to help monitor activity. As […]
Welcome to Airbnb Guide, a website dedicated to teaching Airbnb users how to maximize their experience on Airbnb as a host or traveler. Whether you are a part-time user or want to host full-time, Airbnb is a great way to supplement your income and the return can be truly life-changing. […]
There’s a little known Airbnb pricing hack among Airbnb pro’s to virtually guarantee more views and reservations. This pricing hack only works when you’re connected to either Smart Pricing (with one exception) or an intelligent pricing partner (I recommend Everbooked for US hosts and Beyond Pricing for everyone else; see my […]
Airbnb has changed my life in a multitude of ways. Sharing my three bedroom home with complete strangers for an entire year altered my perception regarding personal space. It’s not something that I particularly thought I would enjoy, but given my financial situation, it made sense. I’m all about utilizing resources […]
Optimize My Airbnb is an Airbnb listing optimization service that promises to increase hosting revenue by up to 627% in a single week. Founded by Daniel Rusteen, former Airbnb employee and Airbnb Superhost, Optimize My Airbnb examines 42 different aspects of your Airbnb listing and then provides the customer with a detailed report on […]
In this monthly piece, I’m going to focus on the fun and interesting news coming out about Airbnb. I’ll mostly be ignoring news from governments and special-interest groups about regulation, litigation, taxes, housing crisis, etc. Airbnb Will Hold Hosts to Higher Standard, Hire More Minorities This is shocking! If you deny […]