@@kimberiysmarketstrategy it’s not terrible advice. He’s absolutely right. I’m speaking from experience here. Superhost for 5 years and counting. Every now and then someone will tell you a sob story and why they need a discount but they’re usually terrible guests and not worth the trouble.
Good advice on not vibing with the negative groups that only rant. I just had a guest that took my pool towels to the beach and forgot them there. He told me about it and bought me new towels. The majority of guests are thoughtful. For them, we host!
Definitely important to remain positive! Remember some guests have bad experiences too with the listings that they go to. One guest of mine broke a beautiful glass of mine that was on a floating shelf labeled off limits to guests (I have an entire credenza of beautiful crystal glasses and plates they can use), and I was pretty upset that they used a glass from that shelf, but it was a young guy who apologized profusely, paid for several new glasses and wrote I'm sorry with a smiley face on my reversible sequin pillow on the day he left. 🙂 Little things happen, you have to learn to roll with the punches
Agreed ..most guests are awesome. We had one whose kid broke a TV...they let's us know and offered to pay for a new one. Things happen. They took care of it. Everyone is happy.
Yes to not cancelling on guests. My husband and I spent the entire first day of our honeymoon in Rome at a cafe with wifi trying to find a hotel/AirBnb because our host cancelled on us 2 hours before check in. We paid triple what had budgeted for a place to stay and wasted hours trying to figure everything out. It was nightmare!
Our airbnb went live September 1st, and I’ve learned so much in the past few months. I’ve leveraged information from tons of CZcams channels, but appreciate all the advice you shared throughout your airbnb journey. Your advice has helped with decision making, strategy, and resolving guest issues. Big hugs, as your channel has helped our airbnb succeed! Thank you! P.S. The guests we’ve gone above and beyond for always leave the weakest ratings, or reviews!! We learned the hard way.
Funny you said Costco towels. I just asked my friend who has been self employed as a really high end, really in demand custom upholsterer for 26 years, where to get some really nice towels. He said Costco towels are his absolute favorite. Pretty solid recommendations from him and now Rob lol.
Thank you for the video. I'm busy setting up my 1st AirBnB and I must say I am scared of the unknown. With videos like this, I will definitely avoid the mistakes. Thank you😊
5 Airbnbs running, it's important to watch as many of these type of videos every so often to refresh yourself on current trends and best practices/features. Thanks for putting out frequent vids Robuilt.
I agree what some people can do on there phones are amazing. It does take skill. I think he's leaning more on the photographers experience and not the phones power itself.
I agree. With a newer mobile phone, free editing software and a few YT videos on lighting/framing shots, a novice photographer can produce incredible results.
First heard you in the “Bigger Pockets” Podcast when I was remodeling my Tiny Home in my backyard. Really motivated me to pursue the Short Term Rental Market instead of long term rentals. You’re story was an inspiration to hear, now living my AirBnB story to inspire others. Thanks my man!
Very helpful video man! Just launched my first short term rental the other week and already learning so much. making mistakes, and loving every bit of it!
I'm so lucky, I taught my first husband to use a camera and Photoshop, now he's a real estate photographer and our kid is grown, I am just starting an AirB&B and I will never have to pay for professional pix! LUCKY!!
Realtor for 35 years. If you’re not hiring a pro: on pictures take a LOT of pictures. Move yourself around as you take the pictures of the same thing. Turn lights off and on, use/don’t use the flash. Zoom in and out. Don’t post a lot of pictures just to post a lot of pictures; only post your best. Resize if it improves the pic, get a good photo editor. Remove clutter, and lastly put the gosh darn toilet lid down before taking the picture. 🥰
Rob I’m addicted to watching your videos, especially since I’m starting on my first short-term rental next month! You are super informative, but most importantly your delivery is enthusiastic and positive! I love that you are optimistic about those of us who are just getting started as there likely so many fears, and worst case scenarios running through our heads. Thank you and keep up the good work.!
Agree with everything you suggested except the cheap bed thing. As a frequent Airbnb guest and in the process of becoming a host myself, comfortable beds are a must. I will not reserve a property with any negative comment about bed comfort. Our last stay in Lake Havasu had AMAZING beds. Everyone in my whole family was talking about the bed comfort. You’re on vacay and want a good night’s sleep 😉 I’m not saying you gotta drop $5k on a Tempurpedic, but something middle of the road with a double mattress protector will last years before it needs replacing. Kids rooms you can afford to go a little cheaper, but the master bedroom should absolutely have a comfy bed. JM2C :)
Our first AirbnB we had our master Beauty rest bed and we always got a good compliment of it. Now with our 3rd AirBnB which we just had post last week Tuesday
Automating or making sure your guests know check in/out times is essential. Otherwise, they will show up when they want to expecting to check in. I literally just got a text from a guest who was told the check in time at booking. Again, two days prior to booking. And, today, a day prior to booking. I just got a text from them asking to check in at 8:00am....this is why most of my apartments are on regular rental leases.
I’m happy with my cellphone photos as I know my place looks better in real life so no disappointed guests. If I booked thinking somewhere looked 500 square feet and it was only 300 square feet, I’d not be happy and my review would echo that. I’m fully booked up for every day for the next four weeks, my reviews do my work for me and no photos that make it look bigger or brighter than it actually is.
Hey Rob, I am loving your videos so far. I already had one short term rental business where I was so scared of doing it myself that I hired an expensive property management company to do everything for it. It went really well..except for the huge cut they took. I sold that property, but now I want to start again with a new property and do it myself. Your videos will be of great helo to me.
I am an aspiring host…going through the learning process right now and so excited to get started! Your channel has been a huge part of my excitement, thank you so much for all the great content and advice! Wishing u nothing but the best!
I am a super fan Rob! I am an aspiring real estate investor, and listen to your podcasts / CZcams videos every single day for the past few weeks during the day and during my workouts! Thank you for your amazing advice and entertainment lol and huge congratulations on your self-made success! You are a great example in many ways! Look forward to more content!
Man I love your channel! Starting an Airbnb business is one of my goals and these videos get me so hyped to get started! Thank you for all the insight and tips! 🙌
Glad I found Rob. I starting to launch 3 property in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Previously these property was under long term rental. Based on your video I need to tweak few things to make sure its airbnb ready. Anyway will keep watching your video.
I love staying at Airbnb. HOWEVER, I hate hate hate seeing an uninviting bed. Nothing kills my interest in an unkept bed like dingy bed covers, flat pillows, and not changing the color scheme that complements the seasons.
Hey Rob, I appreciate the Video, we are just thinking about starting an Airbnb business and your videos are super helpful. Thank you and we will continue to watch!
I’m new to your channel and plan on starting a Airbnb business in 2022. Please keep up the great content. I really love how you explain things and your humor. It’s very interesting. Keep it coming.
Out of curiosity how often are you having to replace mattresses in your rentals and are you using memory foam mattresses (ie. Casper, etc. Assuming so if recommending buying from Amazon, etc.)? I'm curious as while I'm not an Airbnb host currently (although I own multiple properties), I'm a frequent Airbnb guest. I can say how comfortable beds are is one of the top ways we judge a stay. Although we typically don't ding a host for it in the public reviews . We'll mention it privately. But how comfortable the beds are is a top one for me. So I'm curious if you are going with cheaper mattresses... A) how comfortable are they and B) how often are they having to be replaced?
People have different preferences about mattresses. Some prefer firm, extra firm, some prefer soft... how do you satisfy every guests? Ask your guests mattresses firmness before their arrival and change to it?
I bought really fine mattresses and I do not regret it. I did research and found out latex mattresses can last up to 40 years and there is no chemicals or fire retardents in the manufacturing. My BnB has been up and runing for 6 years and the mattresses are still like brand new. I used Sleep On Latex. The only draw back is they are really heavy.
I agree with you Carl that the bed is super important. I want to sleep on a real mattress, with cotton sheets that fit snugly. You can get a good quality Sealy innerspring, queen size, for around $1,000. Definitely under $1500. I have slept (well, spent the night on) some very slidey cheap foam pads with slippery microfiber sheets that don't stay on the cobbled together "mattress."
Just be careful what mattress you choose. Many people have a latex allergy. Or allergies to down, wool, materials like that. And yes a good quality cover extends the life of the mattress. Having a comfortable bed is very important for a guest. Don't skimp there.
The guests who ask for and I’ve given discounts to are the only ones who have damaged my suite. They tend to leave it dirty too. The tend to be younger and less careful with the space. I’m done allowing students and locals rent my AirBnB.
#5 - This cannot be stressed enough. When I started out, my property was "professionally managed." The agency routinely gave discounts on 7-night stays?! Since taking the reins myself, I no longer discount. I will not even discount for a month long stay: A) I do not want anyone in my house that long, and B) I make more money and have less headaches by sticking with stays under 14-nights at full price.
I'm so happy I just found you I just started my Airbnb journey I wish I would have found you before I actually started. All the tips are great I appreciate it look forward to watching more recent videos I realized this is a year old video so you might not even see this Lol.
Disagree about splurging depending on what you're optimizing for... quantity vs quality. And not sure why the hyperbole about how you're going to replace the sheets/towels every 2 months. Maybe that is the case if you get cheap linens. And you get the double whammy of having to replace them all the time and they feel cheap. We rotate between 3 sets of high quality/durable sheets & towels. One of our STRs has retired 3 sets of sheets and towels in 5 years.
1 thing I never hear you being up is how to deal with pets & people with “service animals” this is a major concern for me as I start an Airbnb. A lot of my home is carpeted & the furniture is like 80% restoration hardware.
Great viddy Brother! Really appreciate your insights and sense of humor. We are just finishing our first two air bnb listings...an airstream trailer, and a tiny house on wheels that is sooooo close to being complete. Both will offer guests a taste of the farm life and we are hoping to tap into the experience side of things. The plan is to put them into service by the end of June, so I have been busting my nuts trying to get everything finished and all the crap for humans to survive and leave nice reviews. Thank again dude! You gotchoself a new sub!
Hello! Thanks so much for this info! Sending lots of love because I’m eating this content UP! I’m listing two rooms in my own home. I’m nervous but it’s a starting point.
what's your service area? I always see people on our facebook group looking for photographer recommendations and standard real estate photos are just not the same as airbnb stylizing
@@alannadumonceaux5739 I am in the SoCal area but frequently travel in a wide area around that. I am on IG under BarkhurstStudios and you can DM me directly for my info. Thanks!
We've had 19 guests, and after tons of hard work and dedication, we've received 5/5 in each category (screenshots available) from each of our 19 guests... however Airbnb is showing an overall of 4.9 in accuracy and location. While Airbnb preaches transparency and honesty, why can't I see where this 4.9 is coming from?
That is VERY true about the discounts! LMAO. After a couple thousand groups, I can say 8 of the top 10 worst reviews were booked for nearly the lowest rate every offered. Make sure the discount recipients book direct and stay off AirBnB. - Good Life Resorts
I do long term stay discounts and fortunately have not had any issues (i give discounts to travel nurses and military), no regrets so far. Knock on wood lol
This is very helpful. Thanks, I have been wanting to get into the business buy haven't made the plunge. Recently I decided to turn my previous abode and now long term rental in western Colorado into an airbnb and am very excited. I think i can net more $$$ and also now be able to use my house as a vacation house.
Thank you for your vids man. I'm thinking about starting my own Airbnb soon and your information is super helpful. I appreciate you! Good thing I'm a photographer so at least I got #1 down. Thanks again
I was just looking at houses to buy and one had a photo with a beautiful sunset in the background behind the house. I never knew that the sun could set in the north.
Great info In Your videos. My difficulties have been getting my Airbnb furnished. We are located in Puerto Rico and it’s a nightmare getting things delivered. We end up paying more for things that are already on the island.
bro you're so helpful and charismatic my guy, much appreciated content. I'm learning from you to do it with my first property, i also live in Socal, hope to meet and get the pleasure of knowing you sir.
Really enjoyed your video. Funny, informative and good advice. We are just looking into offering our home as a vacation rental part time. Lots of logistics to work out.
As a host, I offer discounts and I ask for discounts. When I travel, I either leave a 5-star or don't leave a review. I do get some high maintenance discount guests tho.
I will never use Airbnb again after getting into a dispute with a "host" who kept me up most of the night. Although I had rented "the whole place," it was a cobbled together basement in-law and the loud hosts were over my head, running around, shouting, and playing video games into the night. Also, even though she'd been called a "super host," the place was filthy. I messaged the host and asked them to keep it down (how awkward is that?) and they didn't. I then messaged them that I'd be canceling my 2nd and 3rd nights. Her husband stupidly messaged me that they'd refund those nights... but then they strung me out for weeks until it was too late for me to post a negative review and refused to refund me. Airbnb did step in and get me my 2nd and 3rd nights back when they saw the messages and the photos I took. Horrible experience. I have traveled twice since and have booked real hotels where I'll be treated like a guest. I'll never go back to Airbnb.
Agreed. Do not offer discounts - exactly for the reasons you discussed. These are good tips overall, so sorry you are unaware of how insulting you actually are.
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10 biggest mistake host make:
- [ ] Taking cell phone photos (pro photos)
- [ ] Bad listing copy (read well)
- [ ] Not responding quick enough (guestly)
- [ ] Not automating (messaging, cleaning schedule, leaving reviews, pricing)
- [ ] Offering discounts
- [ ] Going cheap on furniture
- [ ] Letting a bad review ruin your week
- [ ] Not networking with other hosts
- [ ] Canceling reservations
- [ ] Splurging on the wrong things ($24 for 6 towels at Costco)
Offering discounts? Good or bad?
@@kimberiysmarketstrategy he advises against it.
@@rebeccabloomfield8087 which is awful advice
@@kimberiysmarketstrategy it’s not terrible advice. He’s absolutely right. I’m speaking from experience here. Superhost for 5 years and counting. Every now and then someone will tell you a sob story and why they need a discount but they’re usually terrible guests and not worth the trouble.
@@Falkingaroundthis is true they also do that bullshit on turo like bruh just get a cheaper rental
Good advice on not vibing with the negative groups that only rant. I just had a guest that took my pool towels to the beach and forgot them there. He told me about it and bought me new towels. The majority of guests are thoughtful. For them, we host!
Definitely important to remain positive! Remember some guests have bad experiences too with the listings that they go to.
One guest of mine broke a beautiful glass of mine that was on a floating shelf labeled off limits to guests (I have an entire credenza of beautiful crystal glasses and plates they can use), and I was pretty upset that they used a glass from that shelf, but it was a young guy who apologized profusely, paid for several new glasses and wrote I'm sorry with a smiley face on my reversible sequin pillow on the day he left. 🙂 Little things happen, you have to learn to roll with the punches
Agreed ..most guests are awesome. We had one whose kid broke a TV...they let's us know and offered to pay for a new one. Things happen. They took care of it. Everyone is happy.
Yes to not cancelling on guests. My husband and I spent the entire first day of our honeymoon in Rome at a cafe with wifi trying to find a hotel/AirBnb because our host cancelled on us 2 hours before check in. We paid triple what had budgeted for a place to stay and wasted hours trying to figure everything out. It was nightmare!
2hrs before check in OMGGGG 😱
Damn smh hope that didnt ruin your trip
Horrible!
Just listed my Airbnb on Friday and within 5 days I already have 5 bookings!! Thank you for these tips
Our airbnb went live September 1st, and I’ve learned so much in the past few months. I’ve leveraged information from tons of CZcams channels, but appreciate all the advice you shared throughout your airbnb journey. Your advice has helped with decision making, strategy, and resolving guest issues.
Big hugs, as your channel has helped our airbnb succeed!
Thank you!
P.S. The guests we’ve gone above and beyond for always leave the weakest ratings, or reviews!! We learned the hard way.
Any chance you can look at my first Airbnb listing and critique it? I have zero bookings.
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@@low1963c10 I can take a look, I am not an Airbnb host but I have stayed in several and can try to give you my opinion.
@@low1963c10 have u had any bookings yet?
What other channels on this do you watch?
Funny you said Costco towels. I just asked my friend who has been self employed as a really high end, really in demand custom upholsterer for 26 years, where to get some really nice towels. He said Costco towels are his absolute favorite. Pretty solid recommendations from him and now Rob lol.
Thank you for the video. I'm busy setting up my 1st AirBnB and I must say I am scared of the unknown. With videos like this, I will definitely avoid the mistakes. Thank you😊
Praying for the best for you!
5 Airbnbs running, it's important to watch as many of these type of videos every so often to refresh yourself on current trends and best practices/features. Thanks for putting out frequent vids Robuilt.
I own 6 and picking up 7 & 8 by the end of next month. I totally agree!
Very good advice - I was one that purchased 6 mattresses at $1200 each - after two years I had replaced them.
Cell phone photos work really well if you know what you are doing and know how to edit them.
I agree what some people can do on there phones are amazing. It does take skill. I think he's leaning more on the photographers experience and not the phones power itself.
I agree. With a newer mobile phone, free editing software and a few YT videos on lighting/framing shots, a novice photographer can produce incredible results.
No
As a 35 year veteran photographer, it's not the camera. It's the lighting.
I heard that!
First heard you in the “Bigger Pockets” Podcast when I was remodeling my Tiny Home in my backyard. Really motivated me to pursue the Short Term Rental Market instead of long term rentals. You’re story was an inspiration to hear, now living my AirBnB story to inspire others. Thanks my man!
Very helpful video man! Just launched my first short term rental the other week and already learning so much. making mistakes, and loving every bit of it!
You have a rocket/spaceship short term rental? Listing please! I want to go on a "launch" myself!
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I'm so lucky, I taught my first husband to use a camera and Photoshop, now he's a real estate photographer and our kid is grown, I am just starting an AirB&B and I will never have to pay for professional pix! LUCKY!!
Realtor for 35 years. If you’re not hiring a pro: on pictures take a LOT of pictures. Move yourself around as you take the pictures of the same thing. Turn lights off and on, use/don’t use the flash. Zoom in and out. Don’t post a lot of pictures just to post a lot of pictures; only post your best. Resize if it improves the pic, get a good photo editor. Remove clutter, and lastly put the gosh darn toilet lid down before taking the picture. 🥰
I have only used the cell phone pictures and they work just fine - the reviews help a lot on getting bookings.
This is so informative and honest- thanks for the light hearted delivery once again, you always have me laughing out loud.
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I’m addicted to watching your videos, especially since I’m starting on my first short-term rental next month! You are super informative, but most importantly your delivery is enthusiastic and positive! I love that you are optimistic about those of us who are just getting started as there likely so many fears, and worst case scenarios running through our heads. Thank you and keep up the good work.!
Agree with everything you suggested except the cheap bed thing. As a frequent Airbnb guest and in the process of becoming a host myself, comfortable beds are a must. I will not reserve a property with any negative comment about bed comfort. Our last stay in Lake Havasu had AMAZING beds. Everyone in my whole family was talking about the bed comfort. You’re on vacay and want a good night’s sleep 😉 I’m not saying you gotta drop $5k on a Tempurpedic, but something middle of the road with a double mattress protector will last years before it needs replacing. Kids rooms you can afford to go a little cheaper, but the master bedroom should absolutely have a comfy bed. JM2C :)
Our first AirbnB we had our master Beauty rest bed and we always got a good compliment of it. Now with our 3rd AirBnB which we just had post last week Tuesday
@@sheilahaygood9125 I have a black beauty rest currently and absolutely love it! So comfortable and I sleep like a baby on it.
Automating or making sure your guests know check in/out times is essential. Otherwise, they will show up when they want to expecting to check in. I literally just got a text from a guest who was told the check in time at booking. Again, two days prior to booking. And, today, a day prior to booking. I just got a text from them asking to check in at 8:00am....this is why most of my apartments are on regular rental leases.
I’m happy with my cellphone photos as I know my place looks better in real life so no disappointed guests.
If I booked thinking somewhere looked 500 square feet and it was only 300 square feet, I’d not be happy and my review would echo that.
I’m fully booked up for every day for the next four weeks, my reviews do my work for me and no photos that make it look bigger or brighter than it actually is.
I own a number of a short term rentals. Six years experience. I 100% agree on every one of his points.
What’s one tip of advice you could give for someone starting an Airbnb who won’t be living near it? 😁
Hey Rob, I am loving your videos so far. I already had one short term rental business where I was so scared of doing it myself that I hired an expensive property management company to do everything for it. It went really well..except for the huge cut they took. I sold that property, but now I want to start again with a new property and do it myself. Your videos will be of great helo to me.
check this channel also he has an amazing Airbnb content: czcams.com/video/zZxEwpxKboo/video.html
I am an aspiring host…going through the learning process right now and so excited to get started! Your channel has been a huge part of my excitement, thank you so much for all the great content and advice! Wishing u nothing but the best!
check this channel also he has an amazing Airbnb content: czcams.com/video/zZxEwpxKboo/video.html
I'm a simple man, I hear "the last one is the most important", I fast forward the player and watch only the end of the video 😆
Ty for the towel rec!!!!!! This video was great. Gave me the push I needed. Going to get a pricing tool and start automating reviews. Ty Rob!
Definitely want to hear the rest of "that" story!
I’ve been a Superhost for 3 years now and I 100% agree with this list. Great hob!
Sometimes your cuts and clips drive me nuts Rob, but this video was perfect and had great info...THANK YOU sir 🙂
I think you did a good job with this. I host 46 listings and it was very point on for many points.
I am a super fan Rob! I am an aspiring real estate investor, and listen to your podcasts / CZcams videos every single day for the past few weeks during the day and during my workouts! Thank you for your amazing advice and entertainment lol and huge congratulations on your self-made success! You are a great example in many ways! Look forward to more content!
Man I love your channel! Starting an Airbnb business is one of my goals and these videos get me so hyped to get started! Thank you for all the insight and tips! 🙌
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Glad I found Rob. I starting to launch 3 property in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Previously these property was under long term rental. Based on your video I need to tweak few things to make sure its airbnb ready. Anyway will keep watching your video.
I love staying at Airbnb. HOWEVER, I hate hate hate seeing an uninviting bed. Nothing kills my interest in an unkept bed like dingy bed covers, flat pillows, and not changing the color scheme that complements the seasons.
Thanks for being so informative and practical! Love the new hair!
Of course we want the follow up to that story!! I signed up just to make sure I don't miss it 😉
Hey Rob, I appreciate the Video, we are just thinking about starting an Airbnb business and your videos are super helpful. Thank you and we will continue to watch!
I’m new to your channel and plan on starting a Airbnb business in 2022. Please keep up the great content. I really love how you explain things and your humor. It’s very interesting. Keep it coming.
The part with the people that ask for discount, so true!!
Out of curiosity how often are you having to replace mattresses in your rentals and are you using memory foam mattresses (ie. Casper, etc. Assuming so if recommending buying from Amazon, etc.)? I'm curious as while I'm not an Airbnb host currently (although I own multiple properties), I'm a frequent Airbnb guest. I can say how comfortable beds are is one of the top ways we judge a stay. Although we typically don't ding a host for it in the public reviews . We'll mention it privately. But how comfortable the beds are is a top one for me. So I'm curious if you are going with cheaper mattresses... A) how comfortable are they and B) how often are they having to be replaced?
My advice is buy mattress quality n covers
People have different preferences about mattresses. Some prefer firm, extra firm, some prefer soft... how do you satisfy every guests? Ask your guests mattresses firmness before their arrival and change to it?
I bought really fine mattresses and I do not regret it. I did research and found out latex mattresses can last up to 40 years and there is no chemicals or fire retardents in the manufacturing. My BnB has been up and runing for 6 years and the mattresses are still like brand new. I used Sleep On Latex. The only draw back is they are really heavy.
I agree with you Carl that the bed is super important. I want to sleep on a real mattress, with cotton sheets that fit snugly. You can get a good quality Sealy innerspring, queen size, for around $1,000. Definitely under $1500. I have slept (well, spent the night on) some very slidey cheap foam pads with slippery microfiber sheets that don't stay on the cobbled together "mattress."
Just be careful what mattress you choose. Many people have a latex allergy. Or allergies to down, wool, materials like that. And yes a good quality cover extends the life of the mattress. Having a comfortable bed is very important for a guest. Don't skimp there.
Great video. Appreciated the don't let a bad review ruin your week after receiving a terrible 1 star review yesterday lol 😂
The guests who ask for and I’ve given discounts to are the only ones who have damaged my suite. They tend to leave it dirty too.
The tend to be younger and less careful with the space. I’m done allowing students and locals rent my AirBnB.
Please tell the stranger breathing in the closet story.
#5 - This cannot be stressed enough. When I started out, my property was "professionally managed." The agency routinely gave discounts on 7-night stays?! Since taking the reins myself, I no longer discount. I will not even discount for a month long stay: A) I do not want anyone in my house that long, and B) I make more money and have less headaches by sticking with stays under 14-nights at full price.
Man this is so dang inspiring. AirBNB has a bright future and ain't going nowhere. Thanks for making this!
Great advice -we have learned on the fly
With our 2 Airbnb’s 4 years in now
The editing on this video **chef's kiss** Good work, Caleb!
Caleb, your the best addition that no one sees. ❤️
You are so right regarding the photo quality!!!!!
This feller is such a great treasure. Keep Sharon your wealth of info, good sir.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I'm so happy I just found you I just started my Airbnb journey I wish I would have found you before I actually started. All the tips are great I appreciate it look forward to watching more recent videos I realized this is a year old video so you might not even see this Lol.
I see it :)
Disagree about splurging depending on what you're optimizing for... quantity vs quality. And not sure why the hyperbole about how you're going to replace the sheets/towels every 2 months. Maybe that is the case if you get cheap linens. And you get the double whammy of having to replace them all the time and they feel cheap. We rotate between 3 sets of high quality/durable sheets & towels. One of our STRs has retired 3 sets of sheets and towels in 5 years.
same here.
Care to share a link to your durable sheets/towels? I’ve been considering upgrading the ones in my unit
Which ones do you use?
@@midnightbel Not sure brand off top of head but they are higher-end from Macy's and Dillards. We wait until a sale
We just bought a big old boat to rehab and hoping to air bnb in the spring. Thank you for sharing all of this great info!
1 thing I never hear you being up is how to deal with pets & people with “service animals” this is a major concern for me as I start an Airbnb. A lot of my home is carpeted & the furniture is like 80% restoration hardware.
Great viddy Brother! Really appreciate your insights and sense of humor. We are just finishing our first two air bnb listings...an airstream trailer, and a tiny house on wheels that is sooooo close to being complete. Both will offer guests a taste of the farm life and we are hoping to tap into the experience side of things. The plan is to put them into service by the end of June, so I have been busting my nuts trying to get everything finished and all the crap for humans to survive and leave nice reviews. Thank again dude! You gotchoself a new sub!
let us know how it went, hope it was very well.
Love your content and sense of humor it makes your videos great. Just getting started setting up my first property and your tips are great.
As a Resolution 2 Specialist...I contradict 90% of what you say.
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Great advice thank you - we are embarking on becoming first time Airbnb hosts. This is really valuable and appreciate the time you put into this. 🤟
Hello! Thanks so much for this info! Sending lots of love because I’m eating this content UP! I’m listing two rooms in my own home. I’m nervous but it’s a starting point.
I totally agree, professional photos make or break a listing! Hehe - thank you for the shout out! Great content as usual. Keep them coming.
what's your service area? I always see people on our facebook group looking for photographer recommendations and standard real estate photos are just not the same as airbnb stylizing
@@alannadumonceaux5739 I am in the SoCal area but frequently travel in a wide area around that. I am on IG under BarkhurstStudios and you can DM me directly for my info. Thanks!
We've had 19 guests, and after tons of hard work and dedication, we've received 5/5 in each category (screenshots available) from each of our 19 guests... however Airbnb is showing an overall of 4.9 in accuracy and location. While Airbnb preaches transparency and honesty, why can't I see where this 4.9 is coming from?
That is VERY true about the discounts! LMAO. After a couple thousand groups, I can say 8 of the top 10 worst reviews were booked for nearly the lowest rate every offered. Make sure the discount recipients book direct and stay off AirBnB. - Good Life Resorts
I do long term stay discounts and fortunately have not had any issues (i give discounts to travel nurses and military), no regrets so far. Knock on wood lol
OMG!! Please tell the “stranger breathing in my closet story!!” I literally fell to the ground laughing when you said that!🤪😂🤣
I don't read long multi paragraph descriptions. My time is valuable. It's a rental place. Bed, kitchen, living room, bathroom, location.
This is very helpful. Thanks, I have been wanting to get into the business buy haven't made the plunge. Recently I decided to turn my previous abode and now long term rental in western Colorado into an airbnb and am very excited. I think i can net more $$$ and also now be able to use my house as a vacation house.
😂 I swear I won’t give discounts. As you yell at me and caught me off guard lmaooo
Thank you for good advise. We start new life as Airbnb hosts next month
Thank you for your vids man. I'm thinking about starting my own Airbnb soon and your information is super helpful. I appreciate you! Good thing I'm a photographer so at least I got #1 down. Thanks again
I was just looking at houses to buy and one had a photo with a beautiful sunset in the background behind the house. I never knew that the sun could set in the north.
Thanks for sharing. The mistakes list is gold!
Great info In Your videos. My difficulties have been getting my Airbnb furnished. We are located in Puerto Rico and it’s a nightmare getting things delivered. We end up paying more for things that are already on the island.
Lol...I’ve done all of these our first year. Great video. Looking to scale so looking to automate. Thank you.
Very helpful to me as a brand new host! Thank you for posting this!
Thanks for the great ideas. Hoping to get started with our first very soon!
What to do on a property that only allows 30 day minimum
Agree on everything you said. Love your videos.
You're the man Rob. I send you links to my crew daily. Thanks for your FREE advice. It's up to the people who listen/watch to actually execute.
I’m remodeling a house 🏡 to be my very first AirBnb. I wanna learnnnnn 😭
bro you're so helpful and charismatic my guy, much appreciated content. I'm learning from you to do it with my first property, i also live in Socal, hope to meet and get the pleasure of knowing you sir.
Refreshing. To the point. Funny. Professional. Thanks.
just found your channel, lol love it. editing slays!
My cousin just bought his first Airbnb property. Gonna share this with him.
Thanks for sharing very helpful tips on starting an airbnb business.
I love his sense of humor 😂
This definitely helped. Really enjoying the content on your channel.
do you ever worry about guests stealing high end cooking supplies like knife sets and pots/pants
They will ruin them before they will steal them. 😎 These things are like linens. You will be replacing them regularly.
@@ErikStenbakken Our cleaners check after every cleaning and we can submit a claim if anything is stolen/damaged.
We use a professional linen company that provides and cleans the linens.
I've never been sprayed in the face with a water bottle, you crack me up...thank you for your tips 🤣
Really enjoyed your video. Funny, informative and good advice. We are just looking into offering our home as a vacation rental part time. Lots of logistics to work out.
Loved ur informative up beat vedio. I learned alot just now!!! I'll fontinue to watch. U have a new 🇨🇦 fan!! 😊😊😊
Gotta love this guy so many gemz i just began my journey as of this month
Love your content and sense of humor!
As a host, I offer discounts and I ask for discounts. When I travel, I either leave a 5-star or don't leave a review. I do get some high maintenance discount guests tho.
I will never use Airbnb again after getting into a dispute with a "host" who kept me up most of the night. Although I had rented "the whole place," it was a cobbled together basement in-law and the loud hosts were over my head, running around, shouting, and playing video games into the night. Also, even though she'd been called a "super host," the place was filthy. I messaged the host and asked them to keep it down (how awkward is that?) and they didn't. I then messaged them that I'd be canceling my 2nd and 3rd nights. Her husband stupidly messaged me that they'd refund those nights... but then they strung me out for weeks until it was too late for me to post a negative review and refused to refund me. Airbnb did step in and get me my 2nd and 3rd nights back when they saw the messages and the photos I took. Horrible experience. I have traveled twice since and have booked real hotels where I'll be treated like a guest. I'll never go back to Airbnb.
Agreed. Do not offer discounts - exactly for the reasons you discussed. These are good tips overall, so sorry you are unaware of how insulting you actually are.
thanks rob I’ve learned a lot from you… and still wanted to learn more
Having strangers breathe in our closets was definitely the biggest mistake we made when we opened our Airbnb. 🤣
"I do have strangers that breathe in my closet just not those specific kinds." 😅🤣
Number 5... SO TRUE!!! No discounts for you, lol. Just don't do it.