My experince with Airb&b and Booking.com

[Jollygoodfellow]

5 hours ago, RBM said:

I see wondered why when I have been checking air bnb the price often increases. For me this is a major turn off and I go elsewhere. When I click on a price that's what I expect pay not any different except cleaning fee.

Speaking  of which guess this is decided by owner not airbnb.

If you have a listing there are two ways of pricing. You can choose airbnb "smart pricing" in settings, lowest price and highest. Airbnb then decided on things like demand whether to up or lowers prices for the day.

Or you can turn off smart pricing and choose your own. Either way a owner can change prices at any time. 

[florin1106]

On 1/25/2019 at 4:14 AM, RBM said:

Chuck as mentioned your detailed input is very much appreciated, I have read it many times.

Hello RBM..

Yes yes Jack Peterson is right it's all based on supply and demand and of course in this kind of business there will be peak times and down times like in many businesses..

Also Jollygoodfellow is right on about a feature Airb&b has called < smart pricing > . I knew about it reading the forum before I list it my property and did not touch ..I don't know how they get to a price ( always ) LOWER than your price !! Obviously airb&b wants to RENT because they get a cut etc.

Absolutely ..do not touch this box with smart pricing..They even send me an invitation proposing this '' shti..'' and they gave me an example of a property located nearby with a lower price of mine..This property was all Nippa, Cogon and Bamboo crap with very tiny room , dirty kitchen outside etc etc. hmmmm I am not boosting here but I have a very nice  property as comparison..

So Rbm when it's time to list take your time, read carefully and again go to that Community Guide BEFORE I told you about ..They have hundreds and hundreds of topics with questions, answers, solutions, examples etc etc 

How many units do you intend to build if you don't mind asking ? Separate units like detached units ? 2 or 3 rooms per unit? 

I don't know about your location but RBM even if you are not in a prime position ....by doing, adding, somethings you can increase your chances of doing good in terms of ROI ( return on investment). 

Let me just tell you some things that I have read about hosts who manages more than 3 units/apartments/houses..

Let's say you have 5 or 6 units..Good idea to have a Swimming Pool !..That is a good attraction especially not being near a beach!

If you don't get a Pool then get a Mini Van or an SUV and use it as a Shuttle ! When guests arrive at the Airport they feel a bit lost not knowing where to go especially.. they are surrounded by those  < sharks>  trying to get you in their private cars and rip you off for fare money!..it would be a good idea to pick them up from Airport. I know someone here who doesn't have a car but he hires one and pay the driver. Make sure you charge a bit LESS than a taxi !! Guests like when a driver has a card board with Mr. XYZ written there waiting to be picked up ! Same when they check-out. They love having a car waiting for them to take to airport.Sure they will leave v. good reviews.

Maybe this post is getting too long sorry..but I have one more..Buy a couple of Washers and Dryers! Not all guests will use it ( short terms) but for those who stay longer yes they like it..You will make some money out of it too . You will need these machines too! Many bed sheets , pillow cases, towels, blankets, drapes etc..If you hire a Filipina she will have trouble washing stuff for 5-6 units ! wow

Have a nice Sunday sir !

Chuck

 

[KurtVD]

On 1/19/2019 at 11:57 AM, scott h said:

 

Here is a question for you guys. My Brother in Law is stationed overseas for another 5 years. His house is next door to ours. Its nothing special, just a typical Filipino house, two bed rooms, 1 tiny bathroom, kitchen, dirty kitchen, in a suburb of Metro Manila (not a subdivision). Not really near any resorts or beaches. Its only advantage is I suppose it is near NAIA and the casinos lolol. Would something like this interest travelers you think? Or are folks mainly interested in resort and vacation areas?

This is just a thought, when he returns from Jordan he will retire from the DFA and I suppose any extra in the bank might be of use to him.

Near the airport can be a good location, it depends how close it is and how much it’s gonna be per night.

[Jollygoodfellow]

With keeping with the topic 

What I do is offer free SEX as long as you bring your own partner. Works well as everyone wants something for free.