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HOW TO SET UP AN AIRBNB TO MAKE MONEY

Do you have a spare room in your home or flat that you think could make a good Airbnb? Setting one up isn’t difficult, but it does require some attention to detail to get it right and stand out on the website. In this article, we look at some of the best practices for setting up your Airbnb and appealing to prospective guests.

List and Price Your Property

After you’ve arranged your guest bedroom and facilities, you need to advertise the Airbnb properly on the website. You want to stand out for all the right reasons. Check the listings in your area, particularly the ones offering the same thing as you.

Compare the two types of guest bedroom and assess what makes yours unique. When you have your USP, you make a compelling listing that is sure to peak travellers’ interest. Something like; cozy beach cottage perfect for a getaway, or rustic cabin, ideal for hikers, makes a good headline.

Showcase Quality Photographs

The description of your listing is important and is probably the first thing prospective guests will see, but following that, they will want to see pictures of your listing and what it has to offer. The pictures are a chance to really sell the experience to guests.

Use high-quality pictures from different angles and include about ten of them. Also include pictures of the local area, the amenities, perhaps a local town or the countryside. Try to sell guests an appealing but realistic version of what you offer.

Consider the Small Details

You can set your Airbnb apart from the rest by considering the small details in your living space. This means the guest bedroom, but also the kitchen areas and out the back. Make sure there is plenty of entertainment in the room itself, such as books, board games, movies, and consoles.

In the kitchen, you can make sure everything is fully stocked and accessible for guests. Put instructions on the wall for them and make tea and coffee available. You can also consider the neighbours with an unobtrusive smart home sensor in the room.

Keep Your Property Clean

Cleaning depends on how regularly you have guests staying; obviously, the room will have to be cleaned before the next arrival, but if there are big gaps between these, then it’s fairly easy to do yourself.

On the other hand, you might need a professional service if you have lots of guests staying regularly. Always make sure everything is working in the room before your guests arrive, check plug sockets and replace any light bulbs. Leave a sign with contact information in case anything extra is needed.

Make Sure You’re Responsive

To run a successful Airbnb business, you need to make sure you are responsive to guests. The website keeps track of this and uses it to rank your listing. Whether it’s a customer enquiry or a review, it makes a big difference to guests and your business’s success if you respond as soon as possible.

Reviews should also be responded to, especially if they are bad reviews. Respond positively and professionally even if you disagree; you can always use the comment to improve your service.

How to Set Up an Airbnb to Make Money