{"id":35842,"date":"2024-05-08T21:23:13","date_gmt":"2024-05-08T21:23:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/54.247.233.135\/?p=35842"},"modified":"2026-07-17T10:55:48","modified_gmt":"2026-07-17T10:55:48","slug":"so-youve-mastered-airbnb-whats-next","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rentalsunited.com\/fr\/blog\/so-youve-mastered-airbnb-whats-next\/","title":{"rendered":"Lesson 7: So you&#8217;ve mastered Airbnb: What&#8217;s next?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019re making consistent profit from successful Airbnb listings, it\u2019s time to grow your business beyond one channel.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diversifying your revenue streams is the key to growth and increased revenue.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now you\u2019ve mastered Airbnb, we\u2019ll show you how to reach the next level.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>In Lesson 7:&nbsp;<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Must-have major channels<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finding the right specialist channels for your business<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Direct booking strategies to boost your earnings<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-diversify-your-revenue-streams\"><b>Why diversify your revenue streams?<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diversifying your revenue streams with a multi-channel strategy means you list the same properties on several different booking sites.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The reason for doing this is clear.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With more channels, you get exposure to a greater number of guests and increase your chances of getting bookings.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A strategic approach usually involves listing on all the most popular major booking sites, plus any smaller and specialist sites that are appropriate for your business.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Listing on several channels at once requires a channel manager so that you can avoid the risk of getting double bookings. Channel manager will sync your calendars across channels so that as soon as a booking is made on Airbnb, those dates will become unavailable on all the other channels you list on.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"must-have-major-channels-to-list-on\"><b>Must-have major channels to list on<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Airbnb might be the most famous listing site but it&#8217;s certainly not the only major channel that attracts a global audience<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Two of the most popular booking sites worldwide beside Airbnb are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalsunited.com\/vacation-rental-services\/bookingdotcom\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Booking.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalsunited.com\/vacation-rental-services\/vrbo-channel-manager\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vrbo<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Similar to Airbnb, they have properties of every type on their platform, and are a great place to start expanding your channel strategy.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"finding-specialist-channels-for-your-business\"><b>Finding specialist channels for your business<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to major channels there are several reasons to consider smaller, specialist channels to list on.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benefits of these channels include:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More exposure (among an audience that is right for your property)<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Attracting your specific target customers<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Earning more from your bookings (customers are willing to pay more if it means getting exactly what they\u2019re looking for)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So how do you find the right specialist channels for your business?<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understand your unique offering. What makes your property unique? What kind of stays and experiences do you offer guests? Is your property ideal for a city break, or does it offer beach views? Are you situated in a well known area? Or more off the beaten track?<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get to know your target guests \u2014\u00a0Who typically books your property, or who SHOULD book? Are you perfect for families, or better set up to offer a romantic getaway or even a solo trip? Are your guests looking to splash their cash, or hoping for a kitchen where they can prepare some home cooked dinners?<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research different channels out there. Use <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalsunited.com\/the-channel-handbook-lp\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">our channel guide<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to help you get to know all the different channels on the market, and the benefits of each one.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/channelizer.rentalsunited.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Channelizer tool<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can also suggest all the best channels to list on based on your property characteristics.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember that specialist channels may have particular requirements that your property will have to meet in order to list.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"direct-bookings-strategies-to-boost-your-earnings\"><b>Direct bookings strategies to boost your earnings<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to listing on more channels, you should also aim to get direct bookings.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Direct bookings are when guests book directly with you.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll benefit from direct bookings in many ways.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Firstly, it&#8217;s good to establish your business outside of OTAs so you do not rely solely on channels for your income.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Direct bookings can be more profitable as you don\u2019t have to pay any commission or fees to an OTA.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plus, you can set your own policies and terms for bookings.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In order to get direct bookings, you will need to set up a website for your business, and do plenty of marketing and promotion, possibly using social media to promote your business.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your website should contain all the information guests need about your property and guests should be able to book securely and directly on your website. Check out <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalsunited.com\/website-builder\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rentals United\u2019s My Website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for a solution that will allow you to create a website in minutes.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, now you&#8217;re an Airbnb mastermind, it\u2019s time to look to new ways to grow your business. Remember, diversifying your revenue streams is the key to growth and increased revenue. With more channels, you get exposure to a greater number of guests and increase your chances of getting bookings.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choosing the right channels for your property might seem like a daunting task with so many out there to pick from, but our free Channelizer tool can also suggest all the best channels to list on, based on your property\u2019s unique characteristics. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/channelizer.rentalsunited.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try it now for free<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Missed a lesson, or want to review what you\u2019ve learnt? Our simple, 7-step course will walk you through the entire process of growing a successful and sustainable Airbnb business. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalsunited.com\/the-airbnb-host-master-course\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out the full course here<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Once you\u2019re making consistent profit from successful Airbnb listings, it\u2019s time to grow your business beyond one channel. Diversifying your revenue streams is the key to growth and increased revenue.&nbsp; Now you\u2019ve mastered Airbnb, we\u2019ll show you how to reach the next level.&nbsp; In Lesson 7:&nbsp; Why diversify your revenue streams? 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