When getting started, you can simply rent out a room in your primary home to test the Airbnb strategy. You can even sublet a room in the house you’re renting without owning the property yourself. This is known as Airbnb arbitrage, which we will discuss in a bit. If you like it, y...
As a host, you have the ability to create what Airbnb calls “House Rules” that guests will see on your listing when they decide to rent. It’s a good idea to have a printed copy of the rules around as well, so that guests will be absolutely sure what they are. Common topics for...
Airbnb has revolutionized the hospitality industry. Prior to 2008, when the company officially launched, travelers would typically book a hotel or motel room for their trip to another town. Nowadays, many of these same people are opting for Airbnb. The idea behind Airbnb is simple: matching l...
When you visit hotels, you expect the room you get to be spotlessly clean. That’s most true if the room has cost you an arm and a leg. Of course, you want to get your money’s worth. The same goes for the visitors you will host via Airbnb. They, too, will expect that your ...
How Airbnb Works (for Hosts) Hero Images / Getty Images The basics are simple: You, the host, make available for rent a space in your home (a shared or private room or the whole place) and list it on Airbnb. Guests then use the Airbnb site to contact you to book that space, ma...
If you live in a rental apartment or own a condo, you will likely need permission from either the property owner or building manager. This usually entails getting approved to make your unit an Airbnb and, potentially, complying with additional regulations specific to your building. ...
Airbnb is a new lodging option for travelers — and a new way to make extra money if you have some spare space in your home. The site acts as an online community that connects travelers and hosts. Members can list and rent out their apartment, or even just a spare bed, to other mem...
Wondering how to book an Airbnb? The site's booking portal makes it easy. Here's what you need to do to snag the right vacation property for your next trip.
Here are the ways to tell someone they can’t stay at your house: “I feel pretty overwhelmed by the idea of a company right now, so this year won’t work, but there’s an Airbnb a few blocks away.” “I don’t have the mental or emotional bandwidth for the company right now,...
Airbnb also has a larger selection on offer. Not all of them will be strictly cheaper than a hotel, but with the variety of places to stay, you're more likely to find a home that suits your budget level compared to a hotel. This makes it the perfect choice for someone who wants to...