Do you rent out your home? Hear everything you need to know about renting with Airbnb!
If you own a property that you either already own and that you do not use – or can use only rarely – or if you have seen an advertisement for a house or apartment that would represent a perfect investment property, you could in Consider renting it out as an Airbnb. Airbnb has grown in strength in recent years and currently has six million properties listed, which means it is a somewhat competitive market. However, this does not mean that your chances of success as an Airbnb host are slim. If you understand your approach correctly, you can easily achieve success.
Of course, if you want to open your property to strangers, you have to weigh a lot carefully. It's worth taking the time to understand what it means to be an Airbnb host and how you can ensure that your property not only stands out from your competition, but that you also protect your investment and the property can retain value.
Do you need some inspiration and advice? Read on for the best Airbnb tips!
Success is in the details
When it comes to beating your competitors, everything is in the details. It's one thing to have a beautiful property in an incredible location, but Airbnb's success is about more. It is about adding high-quality photos to your listing, placing a well-written, informative and honest advertisement and above all a property that is attractive to visitors.
Individualize your property
Be individual – offer a unique experience. Make sure that your property reflects the area in which it is located. Create a local atmosphere in your property. Think of local welcome basket and decor products sourced from local businesses. If possible, focus on sustainability. Include bed linen and towels made from recycled materials. Opt for furniture made from sustainable wood or recycled plastic.
Protect your property
As much as you want to believe that every visitor to your property respects it as if it were their own, that's not the case. Most visitors will take care of your property and be aware that it does not belong to them. However, a minority of visitors will not. You need to be prepared for things to be damaged or broken completely. You need to be aware that accidents can happen, from dirty carpets and ruined bedding to floods and fires. That is why it is so important that you protect your property. The best way to do this is to check the guarantees for home repairs and make sure you have adequate insurance. If you are not sufficiently protected, you will have to pay the bill yourself if something happens.
Take cleaning seriously
To avoid bad Airbnb reviews, it is important that cleaning is taken extremely seriously. As soon as a property is given a name for "dirty" or "dirty", this name remains. Always make sure you are working with a professional cleaning service rather than cleaning the property yourself, as this way you will know that the job is done professionally. Before you start your Airbnb, consider the tips and advice above and make sure you plan all aspects of your property and know how to succeed with Airbnb.
