The Ten Listing Tenets of Airbnb Optimization

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The stakes are high. Every click, every view, every inquiry matters. No, we’re not talking about the latest viral TikTok. We’re speaking of the challenge hosts face every time they think about how to improve their vacation rental listings.  For vacation rental managers, ensuring your property is attractive and resonates with potential guests at the … Read more

How Airbnb’s Exact Location Setting Can Improve Your Bookings

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Ever wondered what the effect of turning on exact location could be for you property? It’s an intriguing aspect that could impact your listing’s bookings. We delved in and stumbled upon some interesting findings. If videos are more your style, catch the full analysis on our YouTube channel HERE Understanding Exact Location If you don’t … Read more

How to Appear in Airbnb’s Special Categories

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Ever wondered how Airbnb decides which special category to place your listing in? It’s an intriguing aspect that could significantly impact your listing’s visibility. We delved into this and stumbled upon some interesting findings. If videos are more your style, catch the full analysis on our YouTube channel HERE A Humorous Discovery We currently manage … Read more

What’s the Best Airbnb Listing Description Length?

Considering how to craft the perfect Airbnb listing? Among the numerous elements to factor in, the length of your description might be on your mind. We recently delved into this topic, leveraging data from IntelliHost to uncover if there’s a “sweet spot” for description length. Read on for the intriguing findings. If videos are more … Read more

How Adding a Pool Can Affect Your Listings and Revenue

Have you ever pondered the financial benefits of adding a pool to your Airbnb property? We delved deep into data from IntelliHost, and the results might just urge you to consider it. Psssst! If you would rather watch the short video analysis on YouTube, click HERE An In-depth Investigation Our focus centered on 38 properties … Read more

Airbnb Photos: Can You Have Too Many?

Airbnb hosts, have you been paring down your property photos based on popular advice? Let’s bust another myth! Psssst! If you would rather watch the short video analysis on YouTube, click HERE There’s a popular rumor going around the Airbnb host space: trimming down your Airbnb photos boosts bookings. Influential voices suggest that an abundance … Read more

The Ultimate Myth Debunked: Does Tweaking Your Airbnb Listing Daily Boost Your Bookings?

Have you heard that updating your Airbnb listing often can help it rank better? Many people say this, but is it true? Let’s find out. The Buzz Around Frequent Listing Updates You’ve probably heard the chatter: “Update your Airbnb listing often, and watch it climb the ranks!” It’s a popular belief among hosts that frequent … Read more

Top 5 Mistakes Airbnb Hosts Make (And How To Fix Them)

1. Wrong Cover Photo Your cover photo is the most important image, and is the first thing guests notice when searching for their next stay. In most cases, using a clearly-lit and attractive gathering area as a main photo works best. This heavily depends on the area, for example, beach-front properties may book better with … Read more

Mid-Term Rentals vs. Short-Term Rentals: Which Cash-Flow Better?

Mid Term Rentals vs Short Term Rentals

Ever wondered if you could make more money by converting your Airbnb listing to a mid-term rental? If you’re nodding your head in agreement, then you’re at the right place. Today, we’re diving deep into an analysis conducted by IntelliHost to understand the profitability dynamics of mid-term rentals vs. short-term rentals. But before we proceed, … Read more

How Airbnb’s Cancellation Policies Impact Your Bookings: An Updated Analysis

How Airbnb's Cancellation Policy Affects Your Bookings

When it comes to managing property bookings on platforms like Airbnb, the cancellation policy you choose can play a pivotal role. With the rise in travel and accommodations, many hosts have questioned how different policies impact their overall bookings and key funnel metrics. To provide clarity, we’ve dived deep into this topic, analyzing over 5,000 … Read more