How to Run an Airbnb Business from Anywhere in the World!

[@NoName40460]

It's rare that I find a video that talks about EXACTLY what I needed to hear. So thank you for making this video concise.

[@imrichardfertig]

Glad to hear Christelle. 👏

[@SamosCheesecake]

Hi, I live 10.000 km from my properties. i work in China and manage my property. i have been doing for a year and is going very well

[@HellaBella]

Great tips! I have a cleaner who I pay $40 and she has a full checklist to get my property ready. She knows where everything is and let’s me know when we’re running low on amenities or cleaning supplies. I was cleaning it myself, but I’d much rather save 2-3 hours of my time and energy and pay her.

[@imrichardfertig]

Boom. That's the right mindset Hella

[@oliverbytes]

Hella Bella hi Hella, thanks for sharing. Do you pay her hourly or per cleaning?

[@michaeljones5552]

Can you call me 7026371612 Mike I have a home owner interested

[@HellaBella]

Oliver Martinez I pay per cleaning. She is a trusted family member and I want it to be worth her time. Especially since sometimes she is coming on short notice.

[@Reddylion]

Good

[@mkptrsn]

Dealing with laundry remotely is the tough part for me.

[@RobertLinthicum]

Especially difficult when there is no washer and dryer, yes! Paying someone to go to the coinop is expensive as well.

[@lindam4259]

@@RobertLinthicum My cleaners will do it...told me to have three sets of sheets for each bed...they take the soiled ones and return them cleaned the next time they come.Ditto for towels!

[@utmosthosthawaii8723]

I've watched every video on your channel multiple times, and just joined the waiting list for STRU! My wife and I run a STR management company (option #2 in your video) here in Hawaii, and your channel has helped us in helping our clients (Home owners) to maximize their listings! Thanks so much for all your advice, and looking forward to much more!

[@ChiChi-zw3fw]

Newbie to the AIRBNB world . Great information. Very knowledgeable! I’m excited .

[@JeanYoungmyphotos]

Excellent content! I manage 6 listings (one +31 days) and am at my overwhelm point with a full time job on top of it. I agree with your assessment of professional prop mgmt folks (Option 1) come at a high price tag 20% and lowest quality. I use Option 3, my own team for turnover cleaning. I am trying to unload more responsibility by finding Option 2 folks for greeting, laundry, and correspondence, since I have done this for 5 years without the opportunity to take much time off.

[@loveaatl]

Hi Richard, Great videos! I'm so glad I found your channel. When you hire option 1 and 2. Are you still listed as the host and the managers as co-host? Or are the management companies become the host and your are the co-host? Or stay completely behind the scene? For new hosts which way is better? I'm guessing listed as the host might be better for building long term reputation and if a change of the property manager is needed. What do you think? Thank you so much!

[@isstadrashadeemrealestateh7240]

Richard, thank you so much for sharing this valuable info. This video highlights the choosing an Airbnb management expericence perfectly. thanks again.

[@reachtrita]

Really helpful information that we’ve been waiting for. You’ve answered every question we’ve been wondering. Excellent, simple explanation. Thank you so much!

[@dorishua5581]

Hi Richard , thanks for so many informations I have some questions : 1 . How we collect money , credit card , check 2 . What we side for looking customer 3. Do u have the basic rule of renting house 4 . Where I can hire someone taking care for us when we are sick or vacation

[@imrichardfertig]

Hi Doris! 1) Airbnb or VRBO will collect the payment 2) Not sure what you're asking here 3) Yes I have house rules such as no parties or smoking 4) Watch this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hZTWm4qsls6AgZo

[@jodylowe8476]

Next year, i will convert a long term rental i have in colorado to a str, which i hope and think will greatly increase my revenue on that property, and will likely go with the Full Scale management model, just to get started up. Then maybe work towards self management as i feel more comfortable.

[@tonyravelo9485]

Hi , my name is Tony and I’m trying to start doing air bnb with the 3rd option. My question is ,how do I get the clients for rentals. How does it work. Where do I advertise and what to do in order to keep the apartments rented. Thanks

[@euanzhang1620]

Thanks for all of your hard work Richard. I'm also interested in whether you've tried any wifi connected smart locks, particularly the ones by Schlage. What are your teams composed of? Do you have a lawn guy, or someone who looks after the exteriors?

[@ryantfinchum]

Lockstate locks are expensive.. But so worth it..I will not go without them

[@imrichardfertig]

Still testing smart locks. I've traditionally just just standard masterlock lockboxes. Want to fully integrate smart locks before giving a recommendation. And yes, each property is a little different sometimes I can find people who take care of multiple things

[@ojbeez5260]

Great, no bull approach to your videos. Subscribed!

[@douglasjre]

Richard I follow your videos faithfully and I've seen almost every one of them. They're all insightful and helpful. Thank you so much. As I look to purchase my second unit I consider issues of managing it remotely. The biggest issue I have is which lock set to purchase. It seems to me that batteries will need to be replaced and housekeepers will be fumbling in crating issues doing so. Which lock set do you recommend for rentals?

[@imrichardfertig]

Douglas Re I’m currently testing the August lock. So far, digging it. We are putting together a tool to help with all those reminders, automate those tasks! Join us at the Facebook free group: short term rental university

[@douglasjre]

Thanks a bunch!

[@edyrovelo3719]

Once again thank you Richard for sharing such valuable information, can't wait to get to the stage and do my own part Best to you Richard !

[@dustin2go]

Love the shirt. Do you know where I can get one?

[@imrichardfertig]

I bought it at the Airbnb Open last year but I think you can buy them here as well: geni.us/YHfTOR

[@mitchellwarden4764]

I really like your channel. Thank you for the advice

[@tobsstone]

Just because I​ know you like to nitpick (for good reason), and you are probably a perfectionist, at 07:45 you spell currently 'currnetly' :)

[@imrichardfertig]

Yikes

[@rainboots8069]

This was super informative thank you !

[@imrichardfertig]

You're welcome!

[@veneno276]

I tried to post a house in Cancun Quintana Roo México THEY DON'T even let me finish to post it, the cancel my account, a guy named Reo decided it, who knows why, then I escalated then a guy Leon ask me for a lot of stuff and still lock,then now no one answered my emails and when I call they don't know anything, Airbnb is a very scary company to work with. They just decided to accuse me of something but they don't know

[@alexanderchenf1]

Appreciate it. But in my current situation, with one 3-bedroom unit (I live in the master room) and limited capital ($17,000), I really think about relocating to a better city instead of New Orleans - which is a good place for hosting profit, but a bad area in general.

[@fighterflight2492]

C Alex How is it a bad area… the crime rate? Tough to find properties much cheaper than in New Orleans I would think.

[@ThePorshaEdmun]

Lol we always do AirBNB when we visit New Orleans

[@drrettner]

I'm in the process of purchasing a tiny house and plan to do an airbnb. What do you suggest watching or reading of your materials that will take me step by step in order to be a success?

[@imrichardfertig]

I'd say just go to all the videos on this channel and click on the ones that interest you. Any specific questions you have?

[@jaesoncortez9859]

@Raphael Rettner D.C., I met a guy who helped me get started and personally handheld me throughout the process of getting my first Airbnb generating income property. FYI in just 4 weeks and without owning it. His name was Jim from Jim G Coaching Club. Checkout his YT channel "Jim G Coaching Club" his vids go deep. Hope this helps.

[@daurenasrymbetov2382]

7:47 current is misspelled. it just caught my attention

[@juanchirino9641]

In Tennessee, the management companies charge 40%

[@imrichardfertig]

👎

[@abrahamjimenez92]

I'm hiring a cleaning lady and have my aunt that lives in the same building hang they key to the guests and cleaning lady. I will also leave her money so she can pay the cleaning lady

[@aishahe4225]

Thank you very much. Extremely beneficial info.

[@ChefCateringLeeds]

You would have to have a high yielding property to justify paying others to clean up and sort the beds and tea trays etc!

[@jamescc2010]

Great info. What do you think of future of Airbnb in slow down economy in USA? Is it better than renting out a property?

[@aliacunanan7899]

Anyone here looking for a Property Manager/Virtual Assistant? I'm from the Philippines and I used to work with Airbnb Customer Experience Team. 😊

[@alohastateofmind3565]

I'm interested in buying a property in Mexico to Airbnb, do you have any advise or insight that would help me avoid any pitfalls?

[@aga2353]

I want to become a property manager, how to do this? I live in Europe

[@nkishorebabu]

Hi Richard, Thanks for the valuable info. May I pls know if you have any suggestions for finding small business owners/entrepreneur (#2 model) online, apart from talking to realtors.

[@LM-cl6ys]

Any recommendations regarding airbnb/ property managers in panama city and/or panama pacific coast?

[@stanmoney8470]

Is that 10-15% per booking or a month?

[@hampigh3323]

Hey love the vids How would you automate the check and checkout Has anyone tried smart locks I have a unit in a condo and find it difficult to automate Anyone have a similar issue Thanks

[@ryantfinchum]

Karno robertson automate how? I have lockstate locks and they are a dream..I don't check in, checkout, or do anything but message my guests.. Totally automated..

[@olenDJ]

Karno robertson I just use a number lock, and attached the main door key on it 😂 works great and I change the code every once in awhile. and I only put the number lock on the gate when there is a check in.

[@hampigh3323]

Ryan Finchum is your location a condo?

[@hampigh3323]

olen (DJ) ideally one lock boxes that real estate agents use would be perfect except not use how it works if the door handle is is just a handle L shape instead of round

[@ryantfinchum]

no...it's an apartment i lease...the owner knows how i'm using the property (for AirBNB) and i disclosed everything, including changing the lockset, in a lease addendum...i don't do this business without the owner (or condo association) knowing EXACTLY what i'm doing...then i go above and beyond in terms of taking care of their property...i'm better than any tenant ;)

[@jakeb9757]

what do you do about furniture? do you rent furniture...

[@imrichardfertig]

I buy furniture

[@roseyy6905]

hello Everyone..I would like to be a property manager but i have no idea how to start... Please Help

[@emilio4974]

I'm having trouble getting owners to agree to allow for subletting. Any suggestions during your initial pitch (if planning to rent rather than buy)?. Thanks

[@jaesoncortez9859]

@Emilio, I met a guy who helped me get started and personally handheld me throughout the process of getting my first Airbnb generating income property. FYI in just 4 weeks and without owning it. His name was Jim from Jim G Coaching Club. Checkout his YT channel "Jim G Coaching Club" his vids go deep. Hope this helps.

[@akintola12370]

This was a great video. Thank you

[@lsmitty8839]

Can a town legally prevent you from Air B&B ing your property ?

[@blueblur1984]

In a round about way, yes. In the south lake tahoe basin you are required to have a business license for vacation rentals and they limit the number of permits available. Fines for violating range from a couple of hundred to several thousand depending on the severity and frequency. The locals are tired of having their neighborhoods overrun by bay area tourists.

[@katherinejimenez4956]

Excellent Tips! Thank You!

[@Reddylion]

Good

[@AngcoolJay]

Im really interested in setting up an airbnb business now

[@jaesoncortez9859]

@Angcool Jay, I Met a guy who knows Airbnb like the back of his hand. He helped me get started and personally hand held me through the process of picking up my first AirBnB Passive Income property in a couple of weeks, without owning. JimGCoachingClub YT video's go deep. You guys should connect...

[@kennedycurrie6487]

Thanks a lot!

[@georgefrank2003]

As always. Thank you.

[@gofdoom10]

do i need to send the cleaners a 1099? or can i list it as an expnese on schedhule e

[@RobertLinthicum]

Over $600 in a calendar year, must send a 1099.

[@yugottam]

How can i host many properties using one phone number and Email for each. please reply

[@kylerodgers600]

Need help finding properties? I have landlords willing to rent for Airbnb purposes.

[@brandonfranke7046]

Hi Kyle, where are you located?

[@marieparker9460]

Kyle Rodgers Hello Kyle, responding to you after watching this Airbnb rental video.

[@rubyospina4517]

Kyle Rodgers Where?

[@JohnSamuelCrochet]

Hit me up Kyle rogers!

[@elizabethsergent6354]

I have a house full of furniture how do I get started on Airbnb it empty for 11year how do i talk to you private

[@markgaterbondifinancialguy3885]

Did you end up starting on airbnb

[@dwightlassiter6143]

I see several can go Around a Steering wheel😂😂😂💯

[@Empresskimz]

You are excellent! Excellent!!!

[@VictorGarzaPhotography]

Excellent tips!

[@jimboagustin4107]

Hepful video👍

[@anzelic9]

Hi Richard , thanks for so many informations! I live in Greece at Thessaloniki city and i have a cleaning services office. How can i clean for Airbnb business houses etc. here in my city? is it possible? thank you and greetings from Greece!

[@orpheasnestos7444]

anzelic ennea You should probably get in touch with each and every property owner listed on Airbnb in Thessaloniki. The thing is that you will probably find few that manage their property remotely. Most of owners in Thessaloniki actually live in or near the city and do the cleaning on their own or have relatives do it for them. You probably have more chances in Halkidiki because there are many properties there that have owners who do not live nearby as it is a huge holiday destination. Good luck!

[@anzelic9]

thank you Orpheas! :)

[@orpheasnestos7444]

anzelic ennea Παρακαλώ ! :-)

[@estherpeggy2160]

Hi anzelic ennea, I am starting an airb&b in Perea . I am searching for a cleansing service. Can I contact you ?

[@arturomagallanes6183]

thanks

[@dwightlassiter6143]

Haven't seen that in A while....

[@jcjimenez5327]

Hi Rich. ill be in NYC soon. I'm working on somthing big. We should meet.

[@imrichardfertig]

Oh yeah? When?

[@codylocklin4610]

Is anyone interested in a co-host/property manager??

[@stanleystanley2364]

City?

[@elcaboofficial1932]

Hey can you contact me I have a small business husband wife cleaning/maintnence I have all tools llc everything high end clients but I’m looking to get in this business any info

[@ChefCateringLeeds]

It took me four hours to turn round my air BnB, the guests were mingers, the worst I’ve had, washing up everywhere.

[@RobertLinthicum]

What are mingers?

[@rclee2461]

Terrible music

[@shirleydiwert943]

Air bnb should be shut down, putting many homeless. It is evil taking all housing from locals, a weapon of mass destruction, not needed, devastating neighhoods etc etc

[@TheLeo4975]

Shirley Diwert could you please explain how??

[@adyfrijan6217]

Aint no body watch this!