In this episode of the Hospitable Hosts podcast, our guest is Abby Grous from the Hospitable product management team. We chat about the importance of direct bookings for hosts, the benefits of taking control of bookings, the unique features of Hospitable Direct, and the latest product updates. 

Abby shares insights on how hosts can get started with direct bookings, the advantages for both individual hosts and property managers, and what the future holds for Hospitable Direct.

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This Hospitable Town Hall covered updates on various platform features and integrations, including connectivity improvements, property management systems, and design interface modifications. Multiple team members presented progress on direct booking capabilities, pricing features, and AI-powered tools, while addressing specific user questions about tax remittance, security deposits, and invoice generation. 

The session concluded with discussions about upcoming workshops and events, and feedback on AI functionality and customization options.

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In this episode of the Hospitable Hosts podcast, Keith Hazle shares his journey into the short-term rental market, discussing his experiences as a property manager and the challenges he faces.

He emphasizes the importance of technology in managing properties efficiently and the qualities that make a great property manager. Keith also highlights the unpredictability of the market and the need for adaptability in the face of changing trends.

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In this episode of the Hospitable Hosts podcast, we chat with Emily Tungala, a Senior Product Manager at Hospitable, about the Mogul offering designed for short-term rental hosts. 

Emily shares insights into the challenges faced by hosts, the diverse audience that benefits from Mogul, and her personal experiences as a host using the platform. The conversation highlights how Mogul streamlines operations, enhances professionalism, and provides tools for growth, while also discussing future developments aimed at supporting hosts in their business endeavors.

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In this Hospitable Town Hall, the team reviewed the launch of an automated security deposit product and presented results from Hospitable's dynamic pricing tool, which has shown significant improvements in occupancy and revenue rates. Hospitable also demonstrated new calendar rule set features and product updates across various platforms, and discussed future feature releases.

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In this episode of the Hospitable Hosts podcast, we welcome Brendan Thompson, entrepreneur, real estate investor, and Co-founder of Oikos Property Ventures. Brendan manages 27 short-term rental properties and uses Hospitable to streamline operations.

Brendan shares his unique journey into the short-term rental space, starting with his background in the non-profit world, then developing software for short-term rentals, and ultimately growing a property management business. He also discusses the benefits of hosting and being a property manager, emphasizing the importance of having the right tech stack to ensure smooth operations.

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In this episode of the Hospitable Hosts podcast, Waigwa shares his journey from a single-room rental in London to managing over 20 properties. He discusses the evolution of his business, the challenges of maintaining high standards in guest experiences, and the importance of building trust with property owners. Waigwa emphasizes the need for patience and consistency in the short-term rental market and offers insights into how he differentiates his services to attract property owners.

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At this Hospitable Town Hall, the team reviewed the evolution and success of the company's direct booking product, Direct Premium, which has seen significant growth since its launch in 2023. Hospitable introduced new multilingual features and discussed upcoming improvements, including branded emails, security deposits, and expanded regional availability.

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In this episode of the Hospitable Hosts podcast, we chat with Josh Difani, Licensed Realtor and Owner of Hidden JEM Hosting, offering full-service property management in Northeast Oklahoma, Northwest Arkansas, and Kansas City, KS.

With over a decade of experience in real estate investing and sales, Josh specializes in selling real estate and managing short-term rentals for clients who want to make their investments passive. Currently, Josh manages 26 STR properties and uses Hospitable to streamline operations.

Josh shares how he and his wife first got into short-term rental hosting, why they started managing STR properties for others, their business goals, and how they vet property owners to work with. He also shares what he loves about hosting and what makes their business different.

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In this episode of the Hospitable Hosts podcast, Robert and Nicole from Wandermore Hosting share their journey of co-hosting 19 properties across the US. They discuss the challenges and strategies of managing properties remotely, the importance of guest communication, and the technology tools that help streamline their operations. They also delve into their process of finding and vetting property owners, the rewarding aspects of being short-term rental hosts, and how potential clients can connect with their services.

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