Advice for transitioning, finding leads and reducing the risk of squatters.

Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between.

Matthew asks:

Should I switch to a midterm rental strategy to address our slow winter season and if so, what’s the best website for leads? How can I protect my property against potential squatters?

(00:01:36) Hosting Hotline Success Story Highlight

• Youtube: Parent Child Listing

(00:03:10) Matthew Asks: Should I Switch to a Midterm Rental Strategy?

(00:03:41) Our Experience with Transitioning from A Short Term to Midterm Rental Strategy

• Where we find our leads: Furnished Finder, AirBnB, Zillow, ALE and CRS
• Pros and cons of using Furnished Finder
• Considerations and questions to consider with a midterm rental
• Advice for negotiating pricing in a furnished midterm rental

(00:09:06) How to Prepare Your Listing for This Rental Strategy Transition

• When to start advertising for the winter season
• When to take a listing off the market

(00:12:21) How to Navigate the Algorithm To Increase Leads on AirBnB

(00:13:30) Protect Your Property Against Squatters: Advice for Midterm Rental Agreements

• What to look for to prevent a tenant from becoming a squatter
• How to protect yourself in your lease agreement
• BRRRR Method 101: Tips for Success in Long-Term Rentals with Jessie Lang

Thanks to everyone who submitted questions. To hear your voice on the show and send a question to Sarah and Annette, submit your burning hosting questions at: hostinghotline.com.

Download a transcript of this episode.

Resources:

• Furnished Finder: furnishedfinder.com
• Youtube: Parent Child Listing
• Airbnb Essentials Checklist: hostchecklist.com