Issuing Airbnb refunds should not be a common occurrence. Especially if you’ve automated your guest communications and cleaning schedule using Host Tools, and mastered providing your guests with a top-of-the-line experience. Of course, some situations are out of your control and you may need to issue a refund, even if you are a successful superhost,. […]
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Trust and safety are the foundation of Airbnb. To better protect hosts and guests on the platform, Airbnb introduced ID verification in 2013. Airbnb ID verification has revolutionized the platform and allowed Airbnb to become one of the most successful vacation rental platforms on the market. If you’re considering becoming an Airbnb host, this blog
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Believe it or not, one of the best target audiences for your vacation rental may be senior travelers. Travelers ages 65+ are the most active seniors in the age group’s history and are some of the highest income earners. So advertising your vacation rental to senior travelers can keep your calendar full for longer and
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Responding quickly to booking requests is a critical element of being a successful Airbnb host. One way to achieve that goal is to turn on Airbnb Instant Book. While there are benefits to Instant Book, there are also challenges hosts should work to get ahead on. This blog post breaks down the pros and cons
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Choosing a strong Airbnb title for your listing is vital to attracting guests. A strong title will rank your property higher on Airbnb’s complex SEO algorithm and generate increased interest in your property. Learning to craft a strong Airbnb title will help keep your booking calendar full. To help you meet your goals, we’ve put
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You’ve invested your time, energy, and money into creating the perfect vacation rental. You’re finally ready to invite guests into your home, but you’re not sure where you should advertise. The vacation rental leaders Vrbo, Airbnb, and Booking.com are all strong options. However, there are differences between the three to consider when selecting the right
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We’re excited to announce yet another new integration to Host Tools!. We’ve recently integrated with PriceLabs to make pricing your short-term vacation rentals easier than ever. PriceLabs will easily provide dynamic pricing across your listing and secure you more income. This blog post will cover what PriceLabs is, why you are going to love using
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Your relationship with your neighbors can make or break your short-term rental. With a rotating door of guests staying at your property, you must set a foundation for a strong relationship with your neighbors before you begin hosting. A positive relationship with your neighbors means your guests feel welcome, and you have an extra set
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Travel is back like never before. After nearly two years of being cooped up, people are ready to hit the road. Demand for accommodations is rising, and Airbnb needs more hosts. This is why they announced the launch of their new host coverage program called AirCover. Hosts asked for changes to Airbnb’s former service, Host
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Vrbo launched the Vrbo Fast Start program to entice vacation rental hosts to list properties on their platform. Vrbo is a staple in the short-term rental industry and offers 2 million accommodations across 190 countries. This post explains the Fast Start program and how it will help you as a host. Additionally, we’ll cover why
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