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1 online resource |
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Intro -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Table of Contents -- Introduction -- About This Book -- Foolish Assumptions -- Icons Used in This Book -- Where to Go from Here -- Part 1 Getting Started with Airbnb -- Chapter 1 The Lowdown on Airbnb, Just the Basics -- Looking at the Big Picture -- The sharing economy -- putting underutilized resources to use -- Understanding what short-term rentals are -- Knowing what you need to host -- Recognizing the Benefits of Airbnb as a Platform Compared to Its Competition -- Answering Common Questions That You as a Potential Host May Have |
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Why would I allow strangers into my house? -- Is it safe to host on Airbnb? -- Is my property suited for Airbnb? -- Is it legal to host? -- Am I suited to host on Airbnb? -- What if a guest gets hurt? -- What is the difference between couch surfing and Airbnb? -- Chapter 2 Hosting on Airbnb: What It Really Means -- Having a Hospitality Mind-Set -- What It Takes to Be a Host -- Opening your heart and your home to guests -- Establishing trust through transparency and dependability -- Keeping your place clean and well equipped -- Delivering on (rising) expectations |
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Setting up systems so your guests have a unique stay -- Adding a touch of personal magic -- Before Becoming an Airbnb Host: What to Consider -- Being aware of your hidden expectations -- Inviting strangers into your home -- Making the commitment -- Looking at how technologically savvy you are -- Being aware of how your decision to host affects others in your life -- Determining the type of host you want to become -- Chapter 3 Determining Your Profit Potential -- Decoding How Much You Can Really Make on Airbnb -- Starting with national averages |
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Your location mostly determines your Airbnb profit potential -- Researching Your Airbnb Market: Earning Statistics -- Finding the crucial market statistics -- Understanding the market deeper -- Determining the Size of Your Pie -- Factoring operating expenses -- Estimating time commitment -- Comparing the Big City versus Rural -- Earning a profit in any market -- Adding more Airbnb listings without purchasing property -- Determining the Legality of Hosting in Your Market -- Being aware of the potential risks of Airbnb hosting -- Finding out what laws or restrictions apply to you |
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Part 2 Putting the Spotlight on Your Listing -- Chapter 4 Preparing Your Property for Airbnb -- Creating Profit Potential with Your Property -- Maximizing the potential of your listing by optimizing your space -- Starting your listing off strong -- Determining the Amenities Guests Want in Your Market -- Identifying the types of amenities to include in your listing -- Looking at your competition to better gauge what guests want -- Focusing on Which Amenities, Furniture, and Appliances to Include -- Focusing on the must-have amenities -- Remembering the often forgotten |
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Make extra money'and your guests extra happy'with Airbnb!' You've got that spare tower, mansion, apartment, couch, or perhaps even treehouse (really'there are more than 2,400 treehouses listed on Airbnb). You're a polite, clean, and tolerant host. And you want to make some money. Congratulations, you're fully qualified to become part of the Airbnb revolution! Whether you're looking to break into the business, or have already started and are researching ways of making your guests feel even more pampered as you grow your reputation and income, Airbnb for Dummies is the perfect venue for you. And this applies whether you currently own property or not!' Sit back in your lounge recliner and let the owners and founders of Learnairbnb.com show you the ins and outs of the short-term rental boom that connects hosts with travelers looking for more economical and personal travel experiences across the world. Sip a refreshing drink as you learn how to manage the day-to-day'from maintaining listings to keeping things clean for your guests'and how to maximize and increase your profits.-Make an attractive listing -Perfect your pricing -Profit without a property -Create amazing guest experiences So, get hold of a copy, read it in your favorite spot, and watch as the money and excited guests beat a path to your door! |
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Airbnb (Firm)
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Airbnb (Firm) |
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Bed and breakfast accommodations.
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Peer-to-peer travel.
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Hospitality industry -- Management.
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Vacation rentals.
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Chambre et petit déjeuner (Hôtellerie) |
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Tourisme participatif. |
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Accueil (Tourisme) -- Gestion. |
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Locations de vacances. |
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bed-and-breakfasts. |
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Vacation rentals |
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Peer-to-peer travel |
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Hospitality industry -- Management |
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Bed and breakfast accommodations |
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Business |
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He, Symon.
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Svetec, James.
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Print version: He, Symon. Airbnb for Dummies. Newark : John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, ©2020 9781119626077 |
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9781119626077 |
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1119626072 |
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1119626064 |
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9781119626091 (electronic bk.) |
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1119626099 (electronic bk.) |
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9781119626060 (electronic bk.) |
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