Setting up AirBnB in Long Beach, CA from scratch!

[Jennifer Gardner]

Hi BP.

I'm in the process of purchasing a duplex in Long Beach, CA and want to airbnb the bottom unit and LTR the top. Ideally I find tenants who are cool with the airbnb thing downstairs or can even help manage it, but beyond that, I'm looking for tips and advice for starting an airbnb business from scratch. It's a 2-1 and I've already had experience renting my own home during summers so I'm not a total rookie just intimidated by furnishing from scratch and getting a team together to help manage it, as I live up in the Bay Area so it's long-distance management. Do you use a property manager or virtual assistance? Where to find the best cleaners? I'm open to all of it - fire away! Long Beach does allow for STRs, I will be applying for a permit as soon as I have keys in a couple weeks.

Thanks!