I’ve also been raising my rates as we get closer to the weekend and I’ve booked last we and this we at a higher rate than usual. We get a lot of last minute weekenders at this time of year who want a quick getaway.
Thanks to all of you for the helpful feedback. I raised my rates and did a 3 day minimum for Labor Day weekend and just confirmed a reservation:) What a strange little world this is, us Airbnb hosts… I’m so glad I found this forum!
My conclusion so far: read everything you can, get all the advice you can, and at the end of the day, follow your instincts, because every one of us has a totally unique place/neighborhood/town, etc…
Keep Calm and Host On!
I feel silly - Christmas is a big money-maker? I’ve blocked off the dates a bit before Christmas through 1st week of January - guests have an apartment in our home - but maybe I should rethink that…
Yay!!! So happy it worked out for you!