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If you've ever blamed the Airbnb algorithm for slow bookings, this episode might completely change how you think about your listing.
Sarah and Annette break down what the Airbnb algorithm is actually looking for—and why most hosts are focusing on the wrong things. Instead of chasing algorithm "hacks," they explain the five controllable factors that determine how often your listing appears in search and whether guests ultimately book.
From availability and minimum stays to hero images, reviews, pricing, and conversion rates, this episode offers a practical framework for diagnosing why your property isn't performing and what to fix first.
Whether you're launching your first Airbnb or managing a growing portfolio, these are the metrics that actually move the needle.
In this episode, you'll learn:
Why the Airbnb algorithm isn't working against you
The five ranking signals every host should monitor
How minimum stay rules can quietly hurt occupancy
Why your hero image matters more than you think
The pricing mistakes that reduce visibility and revenue
How to improve conversion without lowering your rates

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Most Airbnb hosts are leaving money on the table without realizing it.
In this episode, Sarah and Annette break down four common guest requests that hotels routinely charge for but short-term rental hosts often provide for free. From early check-in and late checkout to pool heat, grocery stocking, and celebration setups, these services take time, coordination, and operational effort.
The hosts share real examples from clients who turned these requests into meaningful revenue streams, including one host who added thousands of dollars per month simply by charging for services guests were already expecting to pay for.
If you've ever felt guilty charging for extras, this episode will help you rethink the difference between hospitality and uncompensated labor.
In this episode, you'll learn:
Why early check-in and late checkout should be treated as premium services
How to price pool heat without creating guest confusion
What hotels charge for concierge-style amenity setups
How to structure grocery stocking and fridge-fill services
The mindset shift every host needs to stop giving away valuable services

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Think your bookings are down because of the algorithm, seasonality, or increased competition? The real problem might be hiding inside your Airbnb settings.
In this episode, Sarah and Annette break down the Airbnb features that could be creating friction for potential guests and limiting your visibility in search. They share three settings they recommend turning off immediately and five settings every host should review and enable to improve conversions, increase booking velocity, and create a smoother guest experience.
You'll learn why required booking messages can hurt conversion rates, the hidden downside of extra person fees, why Airbnb Smart Pricing may not be serving your revenue goals, and how tools like Instant Book and Professional Hosting Tools can help you attract more bookings.
Whether you're managing one property or a growing portfolio, this episode is a reminder that your settings aren't "set it and forget it." Small adjustments can have a significant impact on your bottom line.
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If your Airbnb rating is sitting at 4.6, 4.7, or even 4.8 and you're wondering why bookings aren't growing, this episode is for you.
The truth is that most review-damaging mistakes aren't obvious. In fact, experienced hosts often make them because they're too close to their own properties to see the gaps.
In this episode, Sarah and Annette break down six silent mistakes that can cost you five-star reviews, lower your search ranking, and ultimately impact your revenue. From misleading listing descriptions and AI-generated photos to poor check-in experiences and inventory shortages, these are the issues that create friction for guests long before they leave a review.
You'll learn how to spot these mistakes in your own business and what to do instead so guests arrive with the right expectations, enjoy a smoother stay, and leave glowing feedback.
In This Episode We Cover:
Why honesty in your listing leads to better reviews
The risks of misleading photos and AI-generated imagery
How understocked amenities frustrate guests
Creating foolproof check-in instructions
The ideal guest messaging cadence
What to do when things go wrong during a stay
Why guest impact matters more than your intentions

Whether you're managing one property or an entire portfolio, these six adjustments can help protect your ratings and improve the guest experience.

You don’t need to spend more money to make your Airbnb look expensive. You need to spend in the right places.
In this episode, we’re breaking down what actually makes a property feel elevated to guests and more importantly, what gets them to click, book, and leave better reviews.
We’re sharing where hosts should invest, where they tend to overspend, and how to design with performance in mind so your property not only looks better, but earns more.
If you’ve ever felt stuck trying to “upgrade” your space without blowing your budget, this episode will give you a clear roadmap.
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