A predetermined amount of money set aside by hosts to cover the expected depreciation of furnishings, appliances, and other property features due to normal use by guests.
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Glossary Term: Airbnb Hosting
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The steps involved in welcoming a new guest to a short-term rental, from booking confirmation to check-out instructions.
The practice of renting out a portion of one’s primary residence to guests on a short-term basis, typically through platforms like Airbnb.
Strategies and techniques aimed at maximizing the percentage of time a short-term rental property is booked, utilizing pricing adjustments, marketing efforts, and calendar management to minimize vacancy periods.
Pre-written messages designed to streamline host communication with guests, covering common inquiries, booking confirmations, check-in instructions, house rules, and post-stay follow-ups.
A broader term encompassing various forms of renting out one’s primary residence or a portion of it for short periods, often facilitated through platforms like Airbnb and VRBO.
The practice of renting out a portion or the entirety of one’s primary residence to guests for short-term stays.
Conducting focus groups with potential guests to gather feedback on listings, pricing, and amenities to optimize the rental experience and attract more bookings.
An online platform or software that allows short-term rental owners to create and manage their own websites for direct bookings, showcasing their properties and bypassing third-party platforms.
Laundry appliances provided within a short-term rental, allowing guests to wash and dry their clothes during their stay, particularly convenient for longer stays or families traveling with children.
A metric that measures how easily guests can access nearby amenities and attractions from a short-term rental on foot, often highlighted in listings to attract travelers seeking convenience and local experiences.
A standard amenity expected by most short-term rental guests, providing wireless internet access throughout the property for work, entertainment, and staying connected.