Millionaire University Airbnb Cleanings + VAs = a $2M Business? Here’s How | Jon Margalit
Jul 21, 2025
Jon Margalit, founder of Happy Home Helpers and Rags to Riches University, reveals how he built a $2 million remote cleaning business. He shares insights on the booming Airbnb cleaning market and why private equity is eyeing home services. Jon discusses the advantages of hiring overseas virtual assistants for elite customer service and the contractor model that keeps profit margins healthy. He also talks about empowering others through his university, helping aspiring entrepreneurs start their own cleaning ventures.
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Private Equity Floods Home Services
- Private equity targets home services for recurring revenue and rapid scaling through proven operations.
- Online reviews and the ability to grow via advertising attract PE interest in these businesses.
Speedy Customer Service Wins
- Exceptional, speedy customer service differentiates cleaning businesses in a commodity market.
- Responding immediately to calls and messages builds trust and loyalty.
Use Overseas VAs for Service
- Hire overseas virtual assistants to provide affordable, reliable customer service.
- Choose locations with minimal accent barriers to maintain customer comfort.