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Joe Gebbia Steps Down from Airbnb.org: What Vacation Rental Managers Need to Know

Joe Gebbia Steps Down from Airbnb.org: What Vacation Rental Managers Need to Know

Airbnb’s new 2025 policy requires all mandatory fees—like utilities, pet fees, resort charges, and management fees—to be clearly listed in designated fee fields or included in the nightly rate. If no fee field exists, the cost must be rolled into the base price. Hosts can no longer request extra payments outside of Airbnb’s checkout system. This update aims to eliminate hidden fees and ensure guests see the full cost upfront. Hosts who don’t follow the new pricing rules risk penalties or removal from the platform. #airbnb #airbnboffplatformrules #airbnbpolicy #airbnb_business #airbnblife #shorts #shorttermrentals #propertymanagement
Airbnb Bans Hidden Fees to Improve Price Transparency for Guests
Airbnb’s new off-platform policy has triggered strong reactions across the short-term rental world—not just because of what’s restricted, but because of what it signals. This isn’t just about limiting third-party tools or extra fees. It’s a strategic move to consolidate control ahead of Airbnb’s 2025 co-host marketplace—an in-platform system designed to match hosts with vetted property managers and service providers. In this video, we break down why Airbnb is tightening its grip now, and what it means for hosts navigating an increasingly closed ecosystem. #airbnb #airbnbnews #airbnbhosttips #airbnblife #airbnbrental #shorttermrentals #vacationrentals #airbnbhosting #propertymanagement #airbnbmanagement
Airbnb Increases Control Over Hosts With New Off-Platform Policy
Airbnb’s new Off-Platform and Fee Transparency Policy goes live on May 10, 2025. But what does it actually mean for vacation rental managers, software-connected hosts, and tech providers? In this episode, I break down the policy using Airbnb’s exact wording, with a focus on: ✅ What mandatory fees must now be shown upfront ✅ Which third-party tools are still allowed ✅ What “software-connected” hosts (using a PMS or channel manager) can and can’t do ✅ Why concierge apps, guest portals, aren’t all banned ✅ What’s probably NOT covered: upsells like grocery stocking or local services Plus, I share our take on how this move fits into Airbnb’s broader 2025 strategy—including the anticipated launch of its Host Marketplace. 📌 This is NOT a doomsday policy. But it’s a shift. Transparency, privacy, and platform control are now front and center. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Intro (🎵 “What a difference a day makes…”) 00:30 – Overview: What’s this policy really about? 01:20 – Mandatory fees: What must be listed? 03:10 – Can you still collect payments off-platform? 05:00 – Upsells: Are they covered? 06:10 – Apps & guest portals: What’s allowed or not? 08:00 – Email collection & StayFi: What the rules say 09:20 – Airbnb’s strategic play (Host Marketplace & more) 10:30 – What vacation rental managers should do now ⸻ 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop your questions or experiences in the comments. 📢 Let’s help the industry interpret this together. #AirbnbPolicy #VacationRentalMarketing #AirbnbFees #STRStrategy #VacationRentalTech #AirbnbUpdates2025 #DirectBookings #PropertyManagement #RentalScaleUp
Airbnb Off-Platform Policy (May 2025): Fee, App Restrictions, and What It Means for Managers
International travel to the U.S. is slowing—and the impact is starting to show in cities like New York, Orlando, and San Francisco. Arrivals from overseas dropped 12% in March 2025, with notable declines from Canada and the U.K. If your calendar is lighter than usual, it may not be about your property—it may be about where your guests are coming from. This video explores what’s changing and why some operators may need to adjust their strategy to attract more domestic travelers. #trumppresidency #trumpadministration #trumptariffs #inflation #usa #usatravel #shorts #trendingshorts
International Arrivals Down 12% in US—Tariffs, inflation Likely to Blame
Tired of spending hours on marketing your vacation rentals—and still not seeing results? In this full webinar replay, we show you LIVE how to use AI to create five essential marketing materials that help them attract owners, win repeat bookings, and drive direct reservations — all with less time and effort. Designed for professional vacation rental and short-term rental managers, this session breaks down: 5 high-impact AI-powered marketing templates you can start using today ✅ How to attract new owners with an AI-created pitch deck ✅ How to keep guests coming back with automated, personalized emails ✅ The real-life tools and prompts we use at Rental Scale-Up ✅ Simple workflows to save time — no big team or tech skills needed Whether you're scaling your portfolio or just want to stop dreading marketing Mondays, this webinar is your shortcut to smarter, faster content. 💬 Have questions? Leave them in the comments below. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more actionable STR insights. Read out detailed takeaways article: https://www.rentalscaleup.com/the-ai-marketing-playbook-for-property-managers-save-time-gain-trust-get-bookings/ 🔔 Stay ahead with the most important industry updates—subscribe to our free newsletter: https://www.rentalscaleup.com/newsletter/ #VacationRentalMarketing #ShortTermRental #PropertyManagement #AItools #RentalScaleUp #DirectBookings #STRMarketing #AirbnbMarketing #MarketingWithAI #ChatGPT #NotebookLM
5 High-Impact AI Marketing Templates for Vacation Rentals That Take Almost No Time
With inflation rising and new tariffs kicking in, more Americans are opting to stay stateside. The shift to domestic travel is real—but it’s not all big wins for local vacation rentals. Why? Because tighter budgets don’t just change where people go, but how they book: guests are becoming more selective, more price-sensitive, and more likely to scale back on trip extras. This video breaks down the early signs of this shifting travel behavior—and what it means for property managers who depend on both local and long-haul guests. #trumpadministration #trumppresidency #trumptariffs #trump #propertymanagement #shorttermrentals #usa #usatravel #shorts
How Inflation and Tariffs Might Be Keeping Americans from Traveling Abroad
Canadian travel to the U.S. dropped over 23% in March 2025—and it’s not just about the exchange rate. Rising inflation, a weaker Canadian dollar, and Trump’s new U.S. tariffs are making cross-border trips more expensive and less appealing. Add growing discomfort at the border, and many Canadians are rethinking travel plans altogether. For markets like Florida, Arizona, and New York—where Canadian guests are key—this could mean fewer long stays and a softer calendar in 2025. #trumptariffs #canadian #trumpadministration #propertymanagement #usa #usatravel #shorttermrentals #shorts #inflation
US Travel from Canada Drops 23% Due to Tariffs and More
Airbnb’s new Off-Platform and Fee Transparency Policy goes live on May 10, 2025. But what does it actually mean for vacation rental managers, software-connected hosts, and tech providers? In this video, I break down the policy using Airbnb’s exact wording, with a focus on: ✅ What mandatory fees must now be shown upfront ✅ Which third-party tools are still allowed ✅ What “software-connected” hosts (using a PMS or channel manager) can and can’t do ✅ Why concierge apps, guest portals, aren’t all banned ✅ What’s probably NOT covered: upsells like grocery stocking or local services Plus, I share our take on how this move fits into Airbnb’s broader 2025 strategy—including the anticipated launch of its Host Marketplace. 📌 This is NOT a doomsday policy. But it’s a shift. Transparency, privacy, and platform control are now front and center. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Intro (🎵 “What a difference a day makes…”) 00:30 – Overview: What’s this policy really about? 01:20 – Mandatory fees: What must be listed? 03:10 – Can you still collect payments off-platform? 05:00 – Upsells: Are they covered? 06:10 – Apps & guest portals: What’s allowed or not? 08:00 – Email collection & StayFi: What the rules say 09:20 – Airbnb’s strategic play (Host Marketplace & more) 10:30 – What vacation rental managers should do now ⸻ 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop your questions or experiences in the comments. 📢 Let’s help the industry interpret this together. #AirbnbPolicy #VacationRentalMarketing #AirbnbFees #STRStrategy #VacationRentalTech #AirbnbUpdates2025 #DirectBookings #PropertyManagement #RentalScaleUp
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In this episode, we break down early 2025 travel data to reveal how Trump's new tariffs, inflation, and shifting traveler sentiment are reshaping short-term rental demand—both in the U.S. and internationally. 📉 Canadian and European travel to the U.S. is down 🌍 Americans are staying closer to home 💰 Guests are spending less, while hosts face rising costs Whether you manage urban rentals or drive-to retreats, you’ll learn:– What’s behind the booking slowdown– How guest behavior is evolving– What you can do now to protect your revenue 📖 Read the full analysis article: https://www.rentalscaleup.com/trump-era-policies-fuel-travel-uncertainty-fewer-canadians-europeans-to-u-s-fewer-americans-to-europe-early-data/ 📩 Stay ahead with the most important industry updates—subscribe to our free newsletter: https://www.rentalscaleup.com/newsletter/#trumpadministration #trumppresidency #usa #ustravel #tariffs #shorttermrentals #propertymanagement
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