
Learn how to optimize your Airbnb listing using research and practical tools, including the Air reviews chrome extension, while navigating Airbnb’s machine learning influenced search results.
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Problem: Wi-Fi goes out on a Friday night
Pre 'new mindset' solution: I'm sorry, my network company said it will be back within 48 hours. There's a Starbucks 1mi (1.6km) away you can use in the meantime.
Post 'new mindset' solution: I will purchase you a prepaid internet modem immediately and reimburse any extra costs you incur.
Explore how to optimize your Airbnb with professional interior real estate photography or smartphone photos, including verified photos, photographer options, pricing tips, and how to stage and declutter your space.
Create cover photos that maximize clicks while clearly communicating key listing features, using focused visuals or twilight shots; avoid clutter or words, and emphasize a single compelling element.
UPDATE (5/28/2018): I found the best floor plan ever! This is a hand drawn floor plan to match your photos. The cost is pricey (starting at $125), but totally worth it for many listings. Contact Carmen for more information, cbarriosgp@gmail.com. To see an example, go to https://www.airbnb.com.co/rooms/17171990. I've also attached an image of the floor plan in the resources section.
Craft effective photo captions to use on most photos, pair captions with the image, and prompt guests to imagine themselves there while highlighting subtle details.
Optimize your Airbnb listing with concise text and a strong cover photo, use numbers to draw attention, avoid flowery prose, and apply a code word strategy to ensure guests read.
Craft a succinct summary that highlights sellable information guests see first, using square footage and walk score, plus features such as a pool, a fully equipped kitchen, parking, and safety.
Discover how to present your space on Airbnb, optimize guest access and interactions, and include clear notes on amenities, access codes, and a concise Q&A for common questions.
How to complete the House Rules section within your Airbnb.
Present neighborhood and getting around information by linking to guidebooks and city guides, and share a concise location list with useful links to help guests navigate.
Front-load your Airbnb title with descriptive features like rooftop or hot tub within the first 20–30 words; longer titles improve search ranking and can include a discount.
Set your listing to a flexible cancellation policy to attract more dates and higher revenue, as cancellations are relatively rare and flexible terms encourage bookings.
How to screen grab on a Mac: https://support.apple.com/en-us/ht201361
How to screen grab on a PC: https://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/how-to-take-a-screenshot-on-pc/
Explore how the location feature lets hosts choose exact versus general location, affecting the map pin, search range, and exposure of walkable beach access and amenities.
Discover the Airbnb plus program, its nebulous requirements for cohesive design and amenities, and decide to join only if upgrades boost search and you're ready to pursue super host status.
Apply a practical screening strategy that relies on a guest's fully completed profile, verifications, and reviews to identify red flags and guide acceptance.
This Udemy course is the video alternative to my book Optimize YOUR Airbnb: The Definitive Guide to Ranking #1 in Airbnb Search. It will give you a detailed view of how your listing looks to your future potential guests (FPGs) and to Airbnb.
I'm Daniel! I run the website OptimizeMyBnb, which focuses on helping Airbnb hosts stay ahead of their competition. Previously, I was an Airbnb employee. I also run an Airbnb property management company, am a Superhost, and use Airbnb as a guest (3,000+ nights)
There are two aspects to your Airbnb business: offline and online. Offline is how you treat your guest when they arrive at your Airbnb (check-in, house manual, amenities, etc.). Online is how you present yourself and your Airbnb listing to the FPG. This course focuses on the online aspect, but because the offline aspect is so important, I touch on the most important parts that flow directly into your online listing (ie, reviews).
You will learn about:
Proper photo arrangement
Do photo captions really matter?
Why + HOW to respond to guest reviews (both positive and negative)
How to use behavioral psychology principles to complete the text in your listing and your profile
A pricing trick that virtually gaurantee you more listing views
A title trick that will get more eyeballs on your listing from the start
How to properly fill in all of your text sections (even if you don't know what to say)
What makes a good house rules section
How cancellation policies affect your occupancy