Podcast Episodes

464. Hosting Hotline: Design-Challenged? How to Furnish Your STR Without Wasting a Dime

Episode 464

Welcome to another Tuesday Hosting Hotline! Today, we’re answering a question from Joanna, a new host who admits she’s got zero design sense—and she’s not alone. Furnishing a short-term rental (STR) …

Published on 6 months, 3 weeks ago

463. Leaving Corporate, Facing HOA Battles, and Hosting Like a Pro

Episode 463

This week we’re sharing an incredible story of resilience, risk, and hosting transformation inside our community. Meet one of our Hosting Business Mastery members who went from chemical engineer to t…

Published on 7 months ago

462. Hosting Hotline: What’s the Best Bedding for Airbnbs That Won’t Snag or Wrinkle?

Episode 462

Welcome back to another Tuesday Hosting Hotline! Today’s question comes from Sarah in Redwood, Mississippi, who’s been crushing it with over 30 stays in just six months. She’s asking something we hea…

Published on 7 months ago

461. From Design Firm to Direct Booking Success

Episode 461

Today’s guest is a powerhouse of resilience and resourcefulness: Janice Thayer of Curated Properties in Abingdon, Virginia. As a longtime member of Hosting Business Mastery (HBM), Janice shares her r…

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago

460. Hosting Hotline: Should I Add a Safe to My Airbnb?

Episode 460

This week’s question comes from Valerie, who’s looking to add a hotel-style safe to her short-term rental so guests can program their own code and feel secure during their stay. It sounds simple—but …

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago

459. Mastering Revenue Management: Pricing Strategy, Profit Gaps & Calendar Wins

Episode 459

It’s Money-Making May—and today’s guest proves that revenue management doesn’t have to be overwhelming.

We’re joined by Wendy Doris, founder of Mostess and a powerhouse co-host based in Phoenix/Scotts…

Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago

458. Hosting Hotline: Can I Still Use StayFi with Airbnb’s New Rules?

Episode 458

Airbnb’s new Off-Platform and Fee Transparency Policy has left a lot of hosts wondering: Can you still use tools like StayFi to collect guest emails?

Today on the Hosting Hotline, Natasha calls in wit…

Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago

457. Are Your Minimum Stay Rules Costing You Bookings?

Episode 457

We’re hearing it from hosts everywhere: “I want more bookings.”

But when we look behind the scenes, a big reason you’re missing out is your minimum stay requirements. You’re unintentionally telling gu…

Published on 7 months, 3 weeks ago

Bonus: Airbnb’s New Off-Platform & Fee Transparency Rules: What Hosts Must Know by May 10

Big changes are coming to Airbnb's terms of service—and hosts need to take action. In this bonus episode, we break down Airbnb’s updated Off-Platform and Fee Transparency Policy, which officially goe…

Published on 7 months, 3 weeks ago

456. Hosting Hotline: Should I Bake My Airbnb Cleaning Fee Into the Nightly Rate?

Episode 456

This week on the Hosting Hotline, we're digging into a question from Penny, a host of two jaw-dropping luxury rentals in Hocking Hills, Ohio. With properties clocking in at over 10,000 and 13,000 squ…

Published on 7 months, 3 weeks ago