Episode 310 · October 21, 2025

Airbnb's 15.5% Commission: What Hosts Need to Do Now

🎙️ Short Term Rental Riches with Tim Hubbard ⏱️ 09:38
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If you've ever wondered how Airbnb's commission changes will impact your short-term rental business, this episode is for you. We break down what you need to know about the new guest service fee changes, and how to adjust your pricing to protect your profits.

Get ready to make sure your property stays competitive, no matter the changes.

• Discover why Airbnb is shifting the guest service fee to hosts and what this means for your bottom line.
• How to mark up your prices by the right percentage to ensure you earn the same amount you do now.
• Why hosts with PMS connections need to adjust their prices differently than those not using one (and what this means for competition).
• The impact of Airbnb's changes on guests and how California's new law is keeping your pricing transparent.
• Pro tips on how to adjust your cleaning fees, stay competitive, and keep your rental attractive for guests.

If you're serious about staying ahead of the game on Airbnb and other platforms, this episode is a must-listen. 

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