5 Points on how to be an Airbnb host

Have you thought about how to be an Airbnb host? Well you should ask yourself what kind of Airbnb host you want to be and how you want to manage and run your home as Airbnb.

1. What kind of Airbnb host do you want to be?

The journey of how to be an Airbnb host starts with the type of Airbnb you want to run. Do you wan to have personal guests over and be a host who is always available and socialize with your guests? Or do you want to run your Airbnb as a passive income business, possibly never meeting your guests in person? Or do you want to want to fully automate your Airbnb while personally greeting your guests and being available.

So of the answers of what kind of Airbnb host you want to be may also depend on where your Airbnb is located, the amenities you can offer and what kind of host you want to be.

2. Setup your house or apartment to be an Airbnb

Think about what unique features and advantages your property offers. Think about how to be an Airbnb host. What unique traits do you want to bring to your Airbnb? Take a look at comparable listings in your area to learn about what other hosts are offering.

You may not be so lucky that your property is located across the street from the main train station or bus terminal in downtown. So you want to find something that is appealing to your guests.

Go through the Airbnb feature list and add anything that can easily be added, like an iron, or buy a fire extinguisher etc.

Don’t forget to take pictures of the unique features. Maybe you can offer free private parking, or you have a washer and a dryer.

3. Create your Airbnb listing

Go ahead and start creating your listing. Start with the basics of location, Airbnb features, etc. Also take the time to add local attractions, include the closest convenience stores, grocery stores and what else you can think your guest may find helpful.

You don’t have to fill everything out in one sitting. Go back to your listing and revise it. Add your personality to the listing, add details over time.

4. Add your personal touch

There is no one correct answer on how to be an Airbnb host. Add your personal touch, but keep it professional. You want to offer the efficiency and convenience of a hotel while adding a little of your personal touch.

Do the things that you like. Do you want to meet and greet your guests – maybe have a beer with them one night? be flexible and cater to your guests need and wants. Some guests enjoy interacting with the host, others want to be left alone.

5. Get started and refine

The best way to be an Airbnb host is to get started. Create your listing. You can start by emulating someone else’s listing. Plan to over deliver when you start out. Keep in mind you don’t have any reviews yet, and you don’t know what can go wrong (yet). You can put out some free water and snacks. Meet to greet your guests or wish them farewell to ask them how their stay was and ask them to leave a positive review for you, or if they had any concerns, you can learn how to improve your services.