If you are thinking about buying or renting a place for the sake of listing it out through Airbnb, the cost/benefit discussion is more involved and beyond the scope of this post. So, assuming you plan on listing out some space that you already have and isn’t currently being used, you...
Myrtle Beach, SC has an even more pronounced seasonality than most Airbnb markets in the US. According to Airbnb occupancy rate statistics, the peak season is in March and July, while it’s close to 0% in November and December. This only makes sense considering that most guests come for...
The difference between the rental income from Airbnb guests and the rental cost paid to the landlord is the profit made through this Airbnb rental arbitrage business. Let's say you lease a property in one of the best cities for Airbnb, like Austin, Texas, for $2,000 per month. You th...
Ironically, Uber isn’t profitable while Airbnb makes money. And Airbnb is awful. It’s full of scammers, it’s often more expensive than hotels, and of course you pay a cleaning fee but still have to clean the place yourself. Plus when you’re renting a specific unit rather than one...
Airbnb and Uber—two massively successful marketplace apps—have spawned countless imitators, from Plowz ("Uber for snow plows") to Swimply ("the Airbnb of swimming pools"). All of these are two-sided marketplaces, a platform that connects buyers and sellers....
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The technology industry has become synonymous with disruptive innovation as new technology upends old business models—such as Uber and Lyft in the taxi industry, Airbnb and Vrbo in hospitality, and Netflix and Hulu in television. Often, the disruption involves bypassing third-party brokers and ...
When searching for HMO insurance or, if you plan to Airbnb your property it’s vital to ensure your policy specifically covers houses in multiple occupation. These policies will take into account the unique risks you face because of the nature of the property and the number of people you re...
Airbnb: "Book rooms with locals, rather than hotels." Softr: “No-code SaaS platform for SMEs to turn their data into custom apps.” Youreka: “Digital assistant for frontline workers.” Synder: “Easy accounting focused on ecommerce.” ...
Airbnb:Before Airbnb, finding affordable lodging in cities could be challenging. Traditional hotels were often expensive and lacked a local feel. Airbnb addressed this problem by allowing homeowners to rent out their spaces, offering travelers a more local and affordable experience. ...