Every experienced guest started as a first-time guest and some of your best future bookings will too. With the right systems, you don’t just protect your property, you unlock more revenue and better reviews. Subscribe for more episodes like this, share with a fellow host, and grab the free house rules template in the show notes. Let’s grow your business, one great guest at a time.
June 10, 2025 • 15 mins
What do 10 million new Airbnb guests mean for your STR?
A lot, especially if you're unknowingly filtering them out. In this episode, we unpack why welcoming first-time guests isn’t a risk, it’s a missed opportunity if you’re not prepared. Learn how to vet, host, and profit from new users with confidence.
• Find out why so many top hosts are missing out on high-paying, first-time guests.
• Learn the pros and cons of accepting new users and how to screen smartly.
• Discover the red flags that matter (and which ones don’t) when vetting first-time bookings.
• See why big events like concerts and the Olympics bring a flood of new, profitable guests.
• Get the exact tools, messages, and house rules we use to protect properties and boost loyalty.
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