The startup from Airbnb co-founder Joe Gebbia began as an in-house project for Airbnb, but has spun off as an independent company with backing from the short-term rental platform. Continue reading
A slowing market is taking a toll on big real estate companies, though not every firm is suffering equally. A look back on the past three dramatic weeks of third-quarter wins, losses and draws. Continue reading
Companies that choose to adapt to these emerging trends will reap the most significant rewards, and those that don’t will become relics of an old way of doing business. Continue reading
Self-managing a short-term rental is totally doable. Expert Stacy Soleil says it’s more work than a traditional long-term rental, but there are ways to set it up to minimize the overall time spent. Continue reading
Traveler bookings rose 12.5 percent, to $1.8 billion, in the third quarter compared to the same period a year earlier, according to an earnings call by parent company Expedia Group on Thursday. Continue reading
High average daily rates helped spike Airbnb profits during the third quarter. But the company is preparing to roll out changes to make its prices clear, add competition among hosts. Continue reading
Changes to HOA rules or city regulations can pose a fatal risk, short-term rental investors say. Here’s how buyers and brokers can minimize revenue risks when targeting short-term rentals. Continue reading
The holiday season is approaching and with it opportunities for hosts to maximize earnings. Read how Airbnb Superhosts earn six figures from short-term rentals — and how you can too. Continue reading
Social media users claim short-term rental bookings are collapsing. But the data tells another story. Inman reached out to Airbnb and to some experts who follow the short-term rental space. Continue reading
Short-term rental owners were surprised to find a container without windows and 3 bunk beds brought in that much rent. “Jesus Christ,” wrote one short-term rental investor, “someone has done it.” Here are five Airbnb options that are cheaper than that. Continue reading