Quick tips to get your Airbnb up and running!

Tip 1. Check the local city laws on short-term rental regulation aka Airbnb laws. Some localities have restrictions, some need permits, some don't have any laws passed and some jurisdictions have favorable rules that allow it. Call the municipality office to confirm if you couldn't find anything. Additionally, there may be HOA rules regarding Airbnb. Very important to know before buying or leasing.

Tip 2. If you have a green light from tip 1, then go ahead and furnish your space and get it ready to host a guest. Not sure what is needed, but here is a link to an official Airbnb readiness checklist, Checklist Here>>

Tip 3. Set your nightly price. if you are not sure, check what others around you are offering their space, or use the Airbnb pricing tool as a guide. Consider dynamic pricing when you are more comfortable with how it works.

Tip 4. List your space. Ensure you have at least 5 pictures of your space. If you need free help, use an Airbnb host ambassador to guide you with onboarding. It is free to use and great for your listing. Start here at: www.airbnb.com/r/hostambassador

Tip 5. Hire any initial help you may need to get you going. Especially reliable cleaners for your quick turnover cleaning; reliable handyman for when anything breaks; a cohost if you needed an extra hand coordinating the vital aspects that bring guest satisfaction and five-star reviews.

When short-term rentals are done right, you win, the guest wins, and the community benefits!

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