ESSENTIALS
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Be the Airbnb Host Your Guests Can't Stop Raving About.™
The Hosting Journey essentials page is a curated list of products and companies, which I use for my own Airbnb. I created this page to help you become the Airbnb host guests can't stop raving about.
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PRODUCTS TO HELP YOU BUILD YOUR VACATION RENTAL:
Whether you’re first starting out or you have welcomed your 100th guest, you want to make sure you have products that will take your vacation rental to the next level without breaking the bank… It’ll only look like you did. If I discover a new and easier way I’ll share it here. Because it’s always about adapting and changing.
BEDROOM
Sheets
Threshold™ Performance Sheet Set. I love the double corners. the top and bottom labels and easy care. Yes, I use these for my Airbnb!
Duvet Covers
Threshold™ Duvet Covers I like this brand and try to get their duvet covers on sale.
Podcast Episode to help you about your home:
THJ 12: How to Get Rid Of Bed Bugs: A Complete Guide For Your Airbnb
Kitchen
The downloadable pdf will have a longer list including small appliances like toaster, blender, etc.
Living Room
Bathroom
General
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector
A guest can cancel a reservation if you don't have a detector.
TECHNOLOGY
Podcast Episode about Technology for your Airbnb:
COMPANIES TO HELP YOUR BUSINESS:
These companies and brands will help you to create an easier way to check-in your guests, send instructions to your cleaners, get a loan for your renovations, and much more. Please note, I haven’t tried out every company in this category, but I want to keep you informed about new products. Tell me about your experiences and/or any new ones you recommend.
CHECK-IN
Cleaning Tools
Providing the Tools and People for the Best in Short Term Rental Cleaning. Sign up for your free 14-day trial.
DATA INSIGHTS
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Podcast Episode about Taxes:
FINANCE
Podcast Episode about Taxes:
Guest mANAGEMENT
Cloud-based short term Property Management.
Podcast Episode about Property Managers:
HOUSE MANUAL
The 5-Star House Manual, spend less time answering questions and more time enjoying your life.
A touchscreen tablet that creates new revenue streams.
Podcast Episode all about creating your House Manual:
INSURANCE
Podcast Episode all about Vacation Rental Insurance:
THJ 17: Everything you need to know about insurance for your Airbnb