The Airbnb Winter Release

Short-term rental hosts asked... And this week, Airbnb delivered, announcing 50-plus upgrades to the platform in its 2021 Winter Release. So, what are the most important updates? And how do they impact you and your STR business?On this episode of Get Paid for Your Pad, Eric and I share our top takeaways from Airbnb’s Winter Release, describing how Chesky’s team improved its host guarantee program—now known as AirCover.We explore several of our favorite new features, including the accessibility review, pet fee option, in-app Wi-Fi speed test and short stay cleaning fee. Listen in to understand how Airbnb’s ability to create community differentiates it from other OTAs and learn how YOU can benefit from the 50 new innovations on the platform!Topics Covered How Airbnb changed its host guarantee programPet damage, deep cleaning and income loss protection14-day filing window and quicker reimbursementsThe updates we like that benefit guests on AirbnbI’m (even more) flexible optionAccessibility reviewUpgraded translation engineAdded property categories The updates we like that benefit hosts on AirbnbGetting started made simpler (10 steps)Option to add pet feeEasier to become SuperhostAdditional support for SuperhostsWhat we like about Airbnb’s new verified Wi-Fi speed test toolHelps work-from-home guests choose listingsNo longer need ugly pic of Wi-Fi speed in photosThe benefit of Airbnb’s new short stay cleaning feeLower fees for guests on 1- or 2-night staysHelps hosts fill in gaps on calendarWhat differentiates Airbnb from other OTA platformsExcel at design, marketing and creating communityAddress host concerns through tech innovationResources  Airbnb 2021 Winter Release Airbnb Host Advisory Board Strawberry Creek Village Big Idaho Potato HotelLegends X Short-Term Rental AcceleratorSTR Legends Mastermind Review GPFYP on Apple Podcasts Subscribe to the GPFYP NewsletterEmail [email protected]  Sponsor Hostfully [Discount Code PAD] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.