Our top-performing hosts prove that a direct booking website can be a profitable revenue channel. Steve Barsh, the founder of Parker Chase Properties and a successful STR host hit $500,000 in direct bookings.
Tracey and Aahil are co-founders of Dongo Capital Inc. and short-term rental co-hosts in the GTA and all across Canada. When they started on Airbnb, they only managed five properties, and currently, their STR portfolio includes about 60 units.
Hosting on Airbnb can be a very lucrative and rewarding path, but it's not that simple. We've created this comprehensive Airbnb hosting guide that covers all the essential things you need to do to begin hosting and set your business for success.
When starting your STR business you have to decide on pricing strategy. In the back of your mind, you realize this could have a huge impact on how much money you make. But where do you start? Start right here!
Airbnb automation can help remove the stress from the equation of managing your STR business and give you more free time to focus on providing exceptional guest experience and increasing profits or spend this time on things you care about.
Planning to start a short-term rental business on Airbnb and are looking for an Airbnb startup checklist? In this post, you’ll find an Airbnb host checklist of essential things you will need to invest in for the greatest experience for your guests.
If you are an STR host looking for ways to keep your furnished apartment or cozy home occupied and profitable or a real estate investor looking to diversify your portfolio, mid-term rentals can be a wise strategy.
Discover how Dana used podcasts to master short-term rentals, combines remote hosting with a full-time job, and how technology helps her overcome challenges and ensure a 5-star guest experience.
To build a sustainable business, you shouldn't rely on a single online channel to market your vacation rentals. In this blog, we'll explore how Hopper works and why it might be a good platform for hosts looking to maximize their STR property potential.
Marketing your Airbnb rental as a romantic getaway can allow you to cater to a niche market. So, what should you do to transform your rental into an irresistible couples retreat?
Discover what inspired Adam and Tony to build a travel platform for the military community, what inspired Jena, Mike, and Pat to start hosting, and how Hospitable helps them manage their rentals.
Discover the current trends in the short-term rental market Key Data is observing and what changes we can expect in Q2 2025. Find out what metrics you should track to understand your performance.
You must establish solid bookkeeping and accounting practices to manage your properties’ finances. But is QuickBooks for Airbnb the right accounting software for your specific needs?
OMG! category features the most unique and creative properties listed on the platform that you wouldn't believe are real. So what makes the OMG Airbnb properties so special, and how can you get your vacation rental listed under this category?
Sometimes, travelers' plans may change, and they may need to cancel their trips and reservations. To help you better understand how cancellations and refunds work on this global travel platform, we'll discuss the Expedia refund policy in this blog post.
Discover how Scott scaled to manage 65+ STR properties and uses technology to overcome challenges and ensure an excellent experience for guests and property owners.
Jody is the founder of Sunny Coast Co-Host, and with the help of systems, support, and automation through Hospitable, she’s turned her passion into a full-fledged business.
Furnished Finder is a maretplace for 30+ days rentals. To help you understand what you can expect to pay if you list your home or apartment on this popular platform, we'll discuss Furnished Finder fees in this blog post.
Eric shares his inspiring journey from working as an electrical engineer to launching a thriving short-term rental business while managing properties remotely. From the challenges of arbitrage to the nuances of co-hosting.
Research your local market and pay attention to an important metric—Airbnb occupancy rate. To help you determine the best cities and neighborhoods worth investing, this article will talk about the Airbnb occupancy rate in Canada in different destinations.
Expedia and Booking.com are popular OTA platforms offering a vast global reach. In this blog, we’ll compare Expedia vs. Booking.com and talk about how they differ and what they offer for short-term rental hosts and property managers.
If you own an off-grid cabin in the mountains or a luxury tree house on your private plot of land you may consider renting out your property on Hipcamp. To help you better understand what is expected of you as a member of the Hipcamp Host community, we'll discuss the Hipcamp host requirements.
Discover different viewpoints on vacation rental upsells and learn how offering additional services that align with guest preferences helps improve guest experience, earn 5-star reviews, and get repeat bookings.
With so many vacation rental booking sites, it's not easy to decide which of them you should list your STR property. In this blog, we'll compare Houfy vs. Airbnb and discuss what each website offers for hosts.
Not sure whether investing in an Expedia channel manager is worth it? In this blog, we’ll talk about what channel managers do and how they can help optimize the management of your vacation rental business.
Many numbers should be taken into account when choosing a top STR market. The most important metrics are the number of Airbnb listings, average daily rate, occupancy rate, and average monthly revenue. To help you make an informed decision, we’ve partnered with Rabbu.
Since, for many people, living by the ocean is the dream, and beach houses are a good investment, beach properties in coastal towns are always in demand. In this blog post, you'll find a list of the best coastal towns to buy property in Australia.
One of the most important metrics you should consider when choosing a market and checking out prospective investment properties is the Airbnb average occupancy rate by city. Learn about the occupancy rate in different UK cities and regions.
Chris manages 50+ properties throughout the US and uses Hospitable to streamline operations and ensure a five-star experience for his guests. Discover how Hospitable helps Chris scale while keeping the guest experience at the heart of his business.
Looking to buy a vacation home at the beach and rent it out short-term on Airbnb? Beach houses have long been desirable properties in real estate. You'll find a list of the best places to buy a beach house in the US based on Mashvisor data.
