Open an Airbnb and earn money by renting to travellers

Airbnb is the platform par excellence that allows those who own one or more rooms in their own home or a second home to rent them to tourists and travelers. Opening an Airbnb is easy and safe: it involves agreements between private individuals, between a host, the person renting, and those who wish to spend their holidays and stays in a property that's an alternative to a hotel.

There are no special requirements to register as a host on Airbnb.

All you need is an apartment, house, or room to rent. After obtaining regional permits, you'll have the opportunity to earn extra money. Once you register on the site as a host by completing all the required fields, creating a listing is free, and this is where a host should try to attract as many users' attention as possible.

How to create a listing on Airbnb?

Describe the accommodation in detail and detail, adding photos and presenting it in the best way. It is certainly important to differentiate yourself from other hosts operating in the same geographical area.

Airbnb connects hosts with potential guests via the platform and allows them to exchange messages to agree on availability before their arrival.

Another aspect that absolutely should not be overlooked is cleanliness , as well as offering towels and personal care accessories and access to Wi-Fi.

Earnings prospects vary depending on the location ; if the property is located in tourist areas, cities of art, or in prime locations, demand will likely be higher. But adding originality and personality to the furnishings also seems to work to increase demand and profits.

Airbnb recommends a price based on the criteria chosen by the host but it is the host himself who decides the price at which to rent and establishes rates per night, per week or monthly.

Guests pay on Airbnb before they arrive, and the host receives the amount after check-in via PayPal, direct deposit, or international wire.

Airbnb takes between 3% and 5% commission; the host must also subtract 21% for the payment of the flat tax to the Revenue Agency and pay any tourist tax. 

Regarding safety , Airbnb verifies host and guest information, and hosts have the right to request guests to provide official identification upon check-in . Airbnb offers the property up to €800 in damage coverage and an equal amount of insurance to protect guests in the event of accidents.

It's important to note that hosts must comply with local laws regarding property rentals. In almost all cities, you must obtain a permit or license from the municipality before posting a listing. Short-term rentals are prohibited, and noncompliance with these regulations carries fines.

All information relating to permits can be found at the SUAP offices in your municipality of residence.

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