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Airbnb is spending $5 million on NYC politics—without ever saying “Airbnb.” Airbnb is funding a Super Political Action Committee (SuperPAC) called Affordable New York, which has launched a $1 million digital ad campaign targeting three Democratic candidates: Zohran Mamdani, Brad Lander, and Scott Stringer—all known for their strong anti-short-term rental stances. But here’s the twist 👀: • The ads never mention Airbnb. • They don’t talk about short-term rentals. • They frame the issue around “affordability,” claiming these candidates support policies that make NYC more expensive for working families. So what’s Airbnb really doing here? 🧩 In this video, we unpack the full story: • What a SuperPAC is and how it allows Airbnb to spend big without appearing on campaign finance records. • Why the ads may indirectly boost Andrew Cuomo, despite his history of cracking down on STRs. • How Airbnb is also backing City Council candidates who support STR reform—making this a two-level political play. • Why this campaign is about more than NYC—and how it signals a global shift in how STR platforms fight regulation. Regulatory battles are no longer limited to city council hearings. They’re being fought through ads, SuperPACs, and public messaging. 📖 We’ve also published a detailed breakdown article if you want to go even deeper: https://www.rentalscaleup.com/airbnb-is-spending-5-million-on-nyc-elections-heres-why/ 📩 Get our free weekly newsletter to get industry insights straight to your inbox: https://www.rentalscaleup.com/newsletter/ 🔔 Hit the bell so you don’t miss what’s coming next. #Airbnb #nyc #mayor #elections2025 #uselection #usa #politicalnews #ads #UvikaWahi #trending #shorttermrentals #propertymanagement
Why Is Airbnb Spending $5 Million to Influence NYC’s Mayor Race?
Forget everything you thought you knew about Airbnb. In a brand-new interview, CEO Brian Chesky lays out a bold plan to transform Airbnb from just a travel platform into a lifestyle super app—and it’s not just talk. In this video, Thibault Masson (RSU by PriceLabs) breaks down the biggest surprises from Chesky’s conversation with The Verge’s Decoder podcast, and what they mean if you manage vacation rentals or depend on Airbnb for your business. Key insights you’ll learn: • Airbnb wants to be part of your everyday life, not just your vacations—think services, social connections, and AI-powered planning, all in one app. • Chesky is borrowing directly from Amazon’s playbook, but the risks are real: not every company that tried this has succeeded (remember eBay?). • For the first time, Airbnb is offering tools for service providers—chefs, cleaners, photographers—to run their businesses inside the platform. But will pros actually use them? • The new “real-life social network” vision means Airbnb isn’t just a booking site anymore; it’s about connecting people beyond the transaction. • An AI concierge is coming—designed to anticipate guest needs, personalize experiences, and potentially change how listings are discovered. The big question: Will this make Airbnb unbeatable—or will it stretch the platform too thin and distract from what matters most to hosts and managers? Watch to find out what’s real, what’s hype, and how you can prepare your business for Airbnb’s next chapter. Let’s discuss: Are you ready for an Airbnb that’s more than just bookings? Drop your thoughts below! #Airbnb #VacationRental #BrianChesky #ShortTermRentals #Hospitality #Decoder #ThibaultMasson
Is Airbnb Following Amazon’s Playbook? Brian Chesky’s Vision Explained
Forget everything you thought you knew about Airbnb. In a brand-new interview, CEO Brian Chesky lays out a bold plan to transform Airbnb from just a travel platform into a lifestyle super app—and it’s not just talk. In this video, Thibault Masson (RSU by PriceLabs) breaks down the biggest surprises from Chesky’s conversation with The Verge’s Decoder podcast, and what they mean if you manage vacation rentals or depend on Airbnb for your business. Key insights you’ll learn: • Airbnb wants to be part of your everyday life, not just your vacations—think services, social connections, and AI-powered planning, all in one app. • Chesky is borrowing directly from Amazon’s playbook, but the risks are real: not every company that tried this has succeeded (remember eBay?). • For the first time, Airbnb is offering tools for service providers—chefs, cleaners, photographers—to run their businesses inside the platform. But will pros actually use them? • The new “real-life social network” vision means Airbnb isn’t just a booking site anymore; it’s about connecting people beyond the transaction. • An AI concierge is coming—designed to anticipate guest needs, personalize experiences, and potentially change how listings are discovered. The big question: Will this make Airbnb unbeatable—or will it stretch the platform too thin and distract from what matters most to hosts and managers? Watch to find out what’s real, what’s hype, and how you can prepare your business for Airbnb’s next chapter. Let’s discuss: Are you ready for an Airbnb that’s more than just bookings? Drop your thoughts below! #Airbnb #VacationRental #BrianChesky #ShortTermRentals #Hospitality #Decoder
Is Airbnb Becoming the Next Amazon? Insights from Brian Chesky’s Latest Interview
Summer isn’t just high season, it is high stakes. Brian Hatcher from Hatch Capital shares how he uses @PriceLabs-DynamicPricing Comp Sets to track competitor pricing, adjust for surging summer demand, and update listing content to increase conversions. #summer2025 #pricingstrategy #shorttermrentals #listingtips #dynamicpricing #pricelabs #shorts #propertymanagement
How to Price Your Short-Term Rentals Smartly for Summer 2025
You can’t control the weather, but you can control the guest experience. With nearly a decade managing properties in rainy Scotland, #JaneMack of #YourAirHost shares how local knowledge, proactive communication, and thoughtful touches can turn bad weather into a better stay without compromising on pricing. #badweather #shorttermrental #vacationrentalmanagement #guestexperience #summerseason #PropertyManagement #shorts
How To Handle Bad Weather
Not all #bookingwindows are created equal. #JaneMack of #yourairhost breaks down how lead time varies between markets like #London and #Scotland, and why understanding why your guests are coming is key to setting the right expectations and strategy. #London #londonlife #scotland #pricingstrategy #shorttermrentals #vacationrentalmanagement #summer2025 #summerseason #shorts
How Booking windows Work (E.g in London and Scotland)
Airbnb’s new Services feature is changing the game for short-term rental managers. In this video, we break down what Airbnb Services actually are, why Airbnb is launching them, and what it means for property managers and owners. Learn about revenue sharing, risks, control, and how to opt out if needed. We also share practical advice on how Airbnb could improve these services to work better for managers. Stay informed and protect your business—watch now for the full breakdown from Rental Scale-Up (RSU by PriceLabs). #AirbnbServices #Airbnb #AirbnbSummerRelease2025 #ThibaultMasson #Podcast
What Airbnb’s New Services Mean for Vacation Rental Managers
Airbnb’s new Services feature is changing the game for short-term rental managers. In this video, we break down what Airbnb Services actually are, why Airbnb is launching them, and what it means for property managers and owners. Learn about revenue sharing, risks, control, and how to opt out if needed. We also share practical advice on how Airbnb could improve these services to work better for managers. Stay informed and protect your business—watch now for the full breakdown from Rental Scale-Up - RSU by PriceLabs
Airbnb Services 2025: What Every Vacation Rental Manager Needs to Know
How do you know what your minimum nights should be? Brian Hatcher, Hatch Capital, shares how he uses tools like @PriceLabs-DynamicPricing and historical booking data to get it right and avoid leaving money or nights on the table. #shorttermrentals #minstay #airbnbhost #dynamicpricing #minimumstays #vacationrentals #shorts
How to Set Up Minimum Stays For Short Term Rentals
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