Hosting on Airbnb

Our condo in Michigan has continued to provide a strong and reliable stream of income. Since we opened for business back in 2018, the area has become even more popular with demand outpacing rental supply. That's great news … [Read more...] about The Airbnb Cash Cow

If you've recently taken the plunge into Airbnb hosting, you'll quickly find yourself swimming in a proverbial sea of variables. Everything from pricing strategy to marketing and finding a reliable cleaner. It's exhausting, … [Read more...] about How to Get Paid for Your Pad

Finding the market supply of long term rentals incredibly tight, we decided in late 2017 to invest in a condo in Northern Michigan. This wouldn't be a long term rental. Nope. In this summertime tourist hot-spot, we'd … [Read more...] about Airbnb Setup Checklist for New Hosts

Real estate investing can be a lucrative way to help you reach your very own financial independence, and/or early retirement goals. This post lays out our plan to make money hosting with Airbnb (and VRBO). Is Airbnb … [Read more...] about Is Airbnb Profitable for Hosts?

Finding a dependable cleaning crew for your Airbnb can be a difficult task. When you find a good cleaner, you then need to coordinate turnovers - making sure both the host and cleaning crew are on the same schedule. Thank … [Read more...] about Airbnb Cleaning Services for Hosts

Now that we're well into year 2, the Airbnb Experiment continues to generate solid returns. With summer just about fully booked, I figured by now I have enough experience to share some tips on becoming an Airbnb Super Host. … [Read more...] about How to Become an Airbnb Super Host

I'm happy to report that the inaugural year of our vacation rental investment concluded in December with excellent results. Curious how much money can you make on Airbnb? Let's dive in... We made about $12,000 in net … [Read more...] about How Much Money Can You Make Hosting On Airbnb?

Now that we're back from vacation and the kids are off to school, it's predictable … inevitable … that summer is abandoning us. Knowing how to take a great photo every time the opportunity strikes is a useful skill in an age … [Read more...] about How to Take a Great Photo Every Time

I have a confession to make. I'm now hosting our new vacation rental on VRBO, having started our listing solely on Airbnb. I've had to learn to love those pricey VRBO owner fees ($499 per year - read on). and a user interface … [Read more...] about The VRBO vs Airbnb Experiment: Which Platform Is the Best for Hosts?

As a bachelor, I spent the better part of my twenties not giving a rip about the interior decor of my apartment. A few relationships later, I came to understand the value of not living like a pig when it came to impressing … [Read more...] about How to Make Your House Look Like a Palace