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Airbnb’s Summer 2025 update just launched, and buried inside is a feature that could destroy your margins and expose you to serious risk.
It’s called “Services,” and it lets guests book things like chefs, trainers, and masseuses without your approval, while you carry all the liability.
In this episode, I break down:
If you’re serious about building a business (not just listing properties), this is mandatory viewing.
03:04 - The Hidden Risk for Hosts: Guests Can Book Services Without You Knowing
04:45 - Host Liability Risks From Airbnb Services
05:55 - How Bad Service Experiences Can Hurt Host Reviews
07:00 - Why Airbnb Rolled Out Services Without Consulting Hosts
08:15 - The Simple 3-Step Process to Opt Out of Airbnb Services
10:28 - Why Hosts Must Act Now: Collective Opt-Out Pressure Matters
13:00 - How to Add a “Services” Tab to Your Direct Booking Website
16:00 - Partnering With Local Providers Can Lead to Repeat Guest Referrals
19:00 - Will Opting Out of Services Affect Airbnb Search Rankings?
22:00 - Airbnb Is Targeting Hobby Hosts—What It Means for Pros
23:30 - Why You Must Diversify Beyond Airbnb and Build a Real Business
26:05 - STR Secrets Fulfillment Strategy for Different Host Levels
Guest Link:
instagram.com/boostlyuk/
Get FREE Access to our Community and Weekly Trainings:
https://group.strsecrets.com
By MICHAEL SJOGREN4.6
117117 ratings
Airbnb’s Summer 2025 update just launched, and buried inside is a feature that could destroy your margins and expose you to serious risk.
It’s called “Services,” and it lets guests book things like chefs, trainers, and masseuses without your approval, while you carry all the liability.
In this episode, I break down:
If you’re serious about building a business (not just listing properties), this is mandatory viewing.
03:04 - The Hidden Risk for Hosts: Guests Can Book Services Without You Knowing
04:45 - Host Liability Risks From Airbnb Services
05:55 - How Bad Service Experiences Can Hurt Host Reviews
07:00 - Why Airbnb Rolled Out Services Without Consulting Hosts
08:15 - The Simple 3-Step Process to Opt Out of Airbnb Services
10:28 - Why Hosts Must Act Now: Collective Opt-Out Pressure Matters
13:00 - How to Add a “Services” Tab to Your Direct Booking Website
16:00 - Partnering With Local Providers Can Lead to Repeat Guest Referrals
19:00 - Will Opting Out of Services Affect Airbnb Search Rankings?
22:00 - Airbnb Is Targeting Hobby Hosts—What It Means for Pros
23:30 - Why You Must Diversify Beyond Airbnb and Build a Real Business
26:05 - STR Secrets Fulfillment Strategy for Different Host Levels
Guest Link:
instagram.com/boostlyuk/
Get FREE Access to our Community and Weekly Trainings:
https://group.strsecrets.com

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