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BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast

Is NOW the Time to Get Back Into Airbnb?

Feb 12, 2025
Avery Carl, a prominent real estate investor and CEO of The Short-Term Shop, shares her expertise on thriving in the short-term rental market. She discusses why new investors are hesitant, revealing strategies to capitalize on current market conditions. Avery explains how to select optimal Airbnb locations and boost bookings, even amidst competition. She argues that stricter regulations can create opportunities for savvy investors. Tune in for insights on making short-term rentals work for you, backed by her book, Smarter Short-Term Rentals.
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Quick takeaways

  • The short-term rental market shows signs of stabilization after oversaturation, creating new opportunities in established tourist-driven areas.
  • Success in Airbnb investing relies on effective market selection and dynamic pricing strategies tailored to local demand and guest preferences.

Deep dives

Current State of the Short-Term Rental Market

The short-term rental market is becoming increasingly competitive but is showing signs of stabilization after a tumultuous period post-COVID. Investors previously experienced a boom due to low interest rates and high travel demand, leading to an influx of properties that caused some markets to become saturated. This saturation has resulted in declining nightly rates and gross income for some areas, although resilient tourism-heavy markets are beginning to rebound as supply diminishes. As a result, there is optimism for new investors looking to enter the market, as opportunities exist in markets that have established tourist demand.

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