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.
Glossary Term: Airbnb Hosting
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.
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.
A short-term rental property specifically marketed towards remote workers or digital nomads, offering amenities and features conducive to productivity and extended stays, such as dedicated workspaces, high-speed internet, and comfortable living areas.
Organic promotion generated by satisfied guests who recommend a short-term rental to their friends, family, or colleagues, often through online reviews, social media posts, or personal referrals.