How Many Guests Should Your Short-Term Rental Sleep Overnight?
When setting up your short-term rental (STR), one of the most important – and sometimes overlooked – decisions you’ll make is how many guests your property can (and should) accommodate…
KP_BNB: Short-Term Rental Strategies to Start, Optimize, and Thrive
Hosting with intention because 5-star experiences come first
KP_BNB: Short-Term Rental Strategies to Start, Optimize, and Thrive
Hosting with intention because 5-star experiences come first
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Airbnb Superhost: What It Really Means in 2026 (And Why It Still Matters)
Becoming an Airbnb Superhost is often treated like the finish line. The badge appears, bookings tick up, and there’s a quiet sense of validation that you’re doing something right. But…
January 2026: Short-Term Rental & Real Estate Recap
New year, same industry. Slightly smarter hosts. January is when the short-term rental world collectively stretches, checks the calendar, and asks: “Is this the year things finally calm down?” Spoiler: not…
FunHaus Style for STR: How to Add Playful Design Without Overwhelming Guests
Why “Fun” Design Is Having a Moment in Short-Term Rentals If you’ve been scrolling Pinterest or Instagram lately, you’ve probably noticed it: interiors that feel joyful, bold, and just a…
How I Stayed in a Ski Town A-Frame for $370: My Birthday Trip Using Hostshare
After nearly 10 years as an Airbnb host, I thought I’d seen every trick in the book. I’ve optimized listings, fine-tuned pricing, and hosted hundreds of guests. What I hadn’t…
Clever (and Little-Known) Turnover Hacks Hosts Swear By For Faster Cleans, Happier Guests, Better Reviews
Turnovers are where short-term rentals are either won or lost. Not in a flashy way… no guest ever leaves a review saying, “Five stars because the host used an efficient…
December 2025: Short-Term Rental & Real Estate Recap
The year ended louder than it began, and hosts felt every ripple. If 2025 had a personality, December was the moment it cleared its throat and said, “We need to…
Beyond Beds and Breakfasts: Creative Features That Make Short-Term Rentals Unforgettable
From home gyms to cozy theaters, dedicated offices to kids’ playrooms, why standout amenities drive bookings, reviews, and repeat guests in 2026. The Future of STR Isn’t Just a Place…
Winter STR Demand Is Breaking Records in Europe & What Hosts Should Know Now
Why mid-season is no longer a gamble, what guests want in cold weather markets, pricing strategy tips, host case studies from Europe, and smart ways to market toward winter travelers.…
2026 Design Trends & Must-Have Amenities for Airbnbs: What Guests Will Expect Next (and What Hosts Should Do Now)
How smart design choices, durable materials, and guest-first amenities will shape 5-star stays in 2026 and beyond. Introduction: Design Is No Longer Just “Nice to Have” Design in short-term rentals…
Should Airbnb Hosts Charge for Extras?
The Real Cost of Pool Heat, Extra Guests, Late Checkouts & Guest Perception There’s a moment every short-term rental host reaches where a simple booking turns into a negotiation. “Can…
Eco-Friendly Hosting: How STR Owners Can Increase Sustainability (Without Sacrificing Comfort or Profit)
Sustainability Isn’t a Trend. It’s the New Guest Expectation Eco-friendly hosting used to be a “nice-to-have.” Today, it is a competitive advantage, and in some markets, a deciding factor. Travelers are…
Airbnb vs Hotels in 2026: What Travelers Actually Want (And What Hosts Get Wrong)
By KP — 10-Year Superhost, former Realtor®, founder of KP_BNB, and someone who has personally washed more duvet covers than any human reasonably should. 2026 Travelers Are Not the Same…
Why Direct Bookings Are the Future, and How Hosts Can Make the Switch (Without Losing Bookings)
If you’ve been hosting for longer than about 10 minutes, you’ve probably experienced the emotional rollercoaster of waking up to yet another OTA (online travel agencies) policy update, algorithm shift, fee change,…
November 2025: Short-Term Rental & Real Estate Recap
If November had a personality, it would be the friend who brings both wine and a spreadsheet to Friendsgiving: fun, a little chaotic, and determined to get everyone “aligned” before dessert. And…
Secrets of Successful Superhosts: Daily Habits That Keep Ratings High
Becoming a Superhost is exciting. Staying one? That’s where the real work (and the real reward) comes in. After nearly a decade hosting on Airbnb myself (and being a Superhost…
10 Designer-Approved Amazon Decor Finds Under $100 to Instantly Elevate Your Short-Term Rental
As a short-term rental (STR) host, you’re juggling comfort, durability, and style, all without going over budget. Luckily, Amazon is full of hidden gems that look high-end and function like…
How to Hire Reliable STR Cleaners You Can Trust, and When It’s Time to Bring in a Property Manager
TL;DR: start local, use STR-specific platforms and ops tools, vet carefully, and decide whether you need a cleaner, a full-service turnover team, or a property manager depending on scale and…
When Your Home Isn’t Just a Home: The Global Debate Over Restricting Short-Term Rentals
Short-term rentals (STRs) have rewritten travel and local housing markets over the past decade. For some travelers, STRs are freedom: a furnished home, a local neighborhood, a better family vacation.…
How to Tap Into High-Search Demand Keywords for Your Short-Term Rental Listing
So you’ve got a fantastic property. Great photos. A comfy couch. A welcome basket. But if your listing is buried on page three of search results (or worse, invisible!) you’re…
10 Emerging & Strong Short‑Term Rental Markets Worth Watching (2025)
Looking to expand your short-term rental portfolio or dive into your first property? The world of STRs is constantly evolving, and some markets are quietly offering huge opportunities for savvy…
October 2025 Short-Term Rental & Real Estate Recap
Okay hosts, grab your coffee (or tea, or maybe some wine), pull up the laptop, and let’s chat about what’s happened, without the encyclopedia-length read. TL;DR: This month the STR…