The Hideaways Show

#50 - Behind the Curtain: Navigating Airbnb's New Off-Platform Policy


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In this episode of The Hideaway Show: Behind the Curtain, hosts Jordan Holmes and Mike Sebastian discuss the challenges and strategies in owning short-term rentals, emphasizing the need for unique properties and business diversification.

They address recent policy changes by Airbnb aimed at preventing hosts from taking guests off-platform, highlighting the importance of not relying solely on any one platform. Practical tips on utilizing social media, email marketing, and creating memorable guest experiences are shared to help hosts thrive despite industry shifts.

The conversation underscores the vital role of unique amenities and proactive business practices in maintaining profitability and attracting repeat guests.

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About the show:

Join us every week for The Hideaways Show! We're the team behind The Hideaways, a collection of unique vacation rentals across the U.S. Our goal is to share our journey with you, from the challenges we've overcome to the lessons we've learned. Tune in to learn and grow with us!

More ways to connect with Mike Sebastian:

  • Instagram:⁠⁠ ⁠https://instagram.com/matmiike⁠⁠⁠
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More ways to connect with Jordan Holmes:

  • Instagram:⁠⁠ ⁠https://instagram.com/jkholmes_rei⁠⁠⁠
  • LinkedIn:⁠⁠ ⁠https://linkedin.com/in/jkholmes-rei/⁠⁠⁠
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