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    How to start a business on Airbnb

    Follow these simple steps to start earning money on Airbnb.
    By Airbnb on Jun 24, 2022
    10 min video
    Updated Jul 21, 2023

    Highlights

    Try hosting

    Assess your market

    Estimate your earning potential

    “We keep a running spreadsheet of all our expenses and earnings—that way we know what’s coming in and going out."
    — Superhost Bryan,
    Columbus, Ohio

    Decide how you’ll host

    Create a unique guest experience

    Market your space

    “We noticed a big difference in our bookings when we invested in professional photography.”
    — Superhost Catherine,
    Columbus, Ohio

    Get support from Airbnb

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    Jun 24, 2022
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