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Offer Gifted Stays In Your Short-Term Rental
Let your guests give the gift of staying at your beautiful property. For direct booking hosts, offer gifted stays in your Host Co store so your rental guests can purchase a gift certificate for a future stay at your place - and give it to someone they love.
Mike Z Rentals Earns $12K+ Annually with Upsells Via The Host Co
Learn how this property manager added $12k+ in additional annual revenue by adding amenities to their properties with The Host Co.
Want Airbnb Guests To Shop Your Home?
Let your guests shop your Airbnb’s physical space with a Host Co store - it’s like magic. All your recommendations and affiliates in one beautiful store.
This Texas Host Doubled Their Revenue with The Host Co - A Success Story
Learn how this Airbnb host doubled their revenue and reduced guest inquiries by adding amenities to their properties with The Host Co.
How To Add Text Notifications To Your Host Co Store
Add SMS notifications when guests purchase items and services from your store so you can be notified right away - and approve them when needed.
Damage Protection and Travel Insurance Now Available Nationwide In Host Co Stores
The Host Co is thrilled to launch travel insurance and rental damage protection in stores nationwide for your guests to purchase! Click here for details.
How To Use Instagram For Your Airbnb
As an Airbnb host, making the most out of Instagram is essential. Here are the top strategies to employ to attract more bookings from social media.
Big business is buying up Airbnbs! Here's how you can profit
Big businesses are buying up Airbnb’s. While it may be easy to get worried, don’t panic: here are the ways you can profit from this change as an Airbnb host.
How To Respond To Unhappy Airbnb Guests
Have an unhappy Airbnb guest? Here are our top tips on how to help your guest feel heard, while ensuring you protect your listing and rules.
Should you have an Airbnb security system?
Considering a security system for your Airbnb? Here’s what you should think about before installing one at your short-term rental properties.
What To Know Before Starting Airbnb
Just starting your Airbnb? Here are the top five things you need to prepare for when opening your rental business.
Dealing with Damages: A Guide for Airbnb Hosts
Navigate the challenges of property damage with this guide for Airbnb hosts.
How To Handle When There Are More Guests Than Expected as an Airbnb Host
Learn effective strategies for managing unexpected guests as an Airbnb host.
Should You Offer Friends and Family Discounts?
“Can I get a friends and family discount at your Airbnb?” Here are the policies we recommend you enact with your loved ones.
Top Things To Sell In Your Airbnb
Learn how to add instant amenities to your rentals - from curated private chefs and massages, to on-site amenities, late check-outs and beyond.
How to Handle Secret Weddings Booked at Your Airbnb
What should you do when Airbnb guests book a secret wedding, photo shoot or other event at your vacation rental without your permission or paying you extra? Here’s how we handle this situation.
How To Share Individual Product URLs
Host Co users can now share individual product links in their Host Co stores - whether it’s to a late check-out, pool pass, or anything else their guest needs.. Click here for a full walkthrough.
How to Write Your Airbnb Rules
From smoking in the Airbnb and liability concerns - all the way to pet policy… everyone has house rules for their listing. Here are the key things you need to include in your rules to protect yourself and your listing.
Things Parents Look For in Family-Friendly Airbnbs
Want to make your Airbnb a destination for families? From Pack’n’Plays to safety features, here’s the full list of what parents are looking for when browsing Airbnb for a family-friendly stay.
Five Most Important People To Help Manage Your Airbnb
From cleaners to landscapers to a local contact near your Airbnb properties, here are the top people you need on your short-term rental team.
Add SMS notifications when guests purchase items and services from your store so you can be notified right away - and approve them when needed.