@Molly Schnieber well you are in luck since Airbnb is hosting it's first ever Host Meet up in Lexington on November 18, 2025 at West 6 Brewing from 6-9PM.

This is why two hosts can follow the same playbook and still end up with completely different outcomes.What Many New Hosts Miss When Choosing a MarketHere are the key factors new hosts often do not evaluate thoroughly:1.

Rough budget number I've heard is $50/bedroom although situational based on vendor, living sf, area, etc.Best bet is to join your local Facebook group & ask other hosts in the area or call a few vendors & get some bids.

I'm new to the BiggerPockets community and excited to connect with other STR hosts and property managers here.

Just the basics provided by the hosting company or something more?

I currently work in New York City doing investment banking.

My goal is to purchase a duplex in a solid A/B neighborhood to operate as a mid-term rental (MTR).I know how important it is to have the right team, so I’d love to connect with investor-friendly real estate agents, property managers, and co-hosts in either market.

Quote from @Nick Copland: I see a lot of hosts overspending on their MTR setups — and half of it doesn’t even matter to tenants staying 1–3 months.Here’s what I’ve learned after setting up and coaching dozens of MTR units:✅ Worth the investment:Quality mattress & blackout curtainsFast Wi-Fi (non-negotiable)Workspace area (especially post-2020!)

I would recommend one bank account and credit card per LLC.

It passed the House of Representatives in July 2025 and has been sent to the Senate, where it is now under consideration by the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.