This week’s question comes from Valerie, who’s looking to add a hotel-style safe to her short-term rental so guests can program their own code and feel secure during their stay. It sounds simple—but there’s more to consider than you might think!

We’re diving into:

• The pros of offering a programmable safe (especially in shared spaces or high-trust luxury listings)
• What you need to know before installing one
• Team and guest communication
• Cleaning and turnover protocols
• What to do if a guest forgets the code or leaves items behind

Plus, we’re linking Valerie—and you! —to a safe we found on Amazon that’s highly rated and affordable.

Resources from this episode:

• Amazon Basics Security Safe with Programmable Electronic Keypad
• Subscribe to our YouTube Channel | How to Set Up Your Airbnb Bathroom (Beginner’s Guide!)

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It’s Money-Making May—and today’s guest proves that revenue management doesn’t have to be overwhelming.

We’re joined by Wendy Doris, founder of Mostess and a powerhouse co-host based in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona. Wendy manages a portfolio of 17 highly curated homes and has become a sought-after voice in the STR world for her detailed, data-driven approach to pricing and guest experience.

In this episode, Wendy walks us through her journey from “weekend pricing guesswork” to full-on revenue strategy. Whether you’re hosting one property or scaling your co-hosting business, Wendy’s lessons will inspire you to finally take control of your pricing—with confidence.

What we cover:

• Wendy’s transition from flipping homes to thriving as a design-forward co-host
• Why she ditched Airbnb smart pricing and what she uses instead
• How she uncovered thousands in lost revenue with one mindset shift
• The difference between pricing software and pricing strategy
• How calendar rules, booking windows, and stay minimums are part of revenue management
• Why weekly check-ins on your numbers are essential
• Wendy’s go-to reports inside PriceLabs and how she uses them to hit owner goals
• The surprising benefits of weekday promos and one-night stays
• How co-hosts can use pricing expertise to win and retain clients

This episode is a masterclass in practical pricing—without the overwhelm.

• Subscribe to our YouTube channel | The #1 Airbnb Revenue Management Metric You NEED to Know About!
• Learn more about Wendy’s hosting business: mostess.host
• Ready to finally price your property like a pro? | Join our May Bootcamp: Priced & Profitable

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Airbnb’s new Off-Platform and Fee Transparency Policy has left a lot of hosts wondering: Can you still use tools like StayFi to collect guest emails?

Today on the Hosting Hotline, Natasha calls in with a smart and timely question—and we bring in the best person to answer it: Arthur Colker, CEO of StayFi.

In this episode, we cover:

• How Airbnb’s updated policy affects communication and guest data collection
• What it means to have guests “opt in” under the new rules
• Why StayFi’s WiFi marketing and email tools are still compliant (and important!)
• How to use this moment as an opportunity for a full business compliance check
• Our own experience continuing to use StayFi for both our urban STRs and new glamping property

If you're focused on building your direct booking strategy while staying fully compliant, this is an important conversation you won't want to miss.

• The Hidden Truth: Why Most Airbnb Hosts Fail (And How to Succeed) | Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for more host strategies and support!
• Airbnb Off-Platform and Fee Transparency Policy
• Learn more about StayFi and get 50% off your first 3 months

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