Their business model is to cater to the guests while the hosts hold the risk.

— Laura My wife and I have 6 units in a Southern city about 1/5th the size of Memphis, and we have hosted successfully several times insurance relocation claims over the last 4 years.However, these claims are sporadic, and they can't be relied upon as the bread and butter for a unit, especially a singleton.

Airbnb's new payment terms don't help hosts either and put them at greater risk.

Curious to hear from other Airbnb hosts here — how many hours a week do you actually spend managing your STR?

Once upon a time as a new "host" I wish I considered in advance better ways to deal with the problematic and/or ultra needy guests. 

Hi everyone,
I recently started a short-term rental property management company based in the Orlando area (Davenport specifically), and I’m looking to connect with experienced STR property managers or cohosts who are...

It’s just another way to try to lure hosts into further discounts, and punish those who don’t do that by putting them farther down the list of results. 

Investment Info:

Single-family residence other investment.

Purchase price: $80,000

Cash invested: $30,000

Five years ago, I blindly jumped into real estate with no experience—just a gut feeling and a...

All of them suck at host support.

That being said I should have something going on soon once decide on a co-host.