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Has Airbnb Become Terrible? The Answer Is Yes, and No
By: Brad Greiner, CEO of Open Air Homes and OpenAiRE Brokerage August 28, 2024 Helpful Tips for Navigating the Pros and Cons of Airbnb for a Better Guest Experience Is Airbnb really as terrible as some say? The answer is complicated. In some ways, yes, it has become a frustrating platform for both guests and […]
Understanding the Risks of Short-Term Rental Arbitrage and Why Open Air Homes Opts for a Commission-Based Model
By: Brad Greiner, CEO of Open Air Homes and OpenAiRE BrokerageAugust 26, 2024 The Case Against Rental Arbitrage: Why Open Air Homes Prioritizes Long-Term Success Short-term rental arbitrage is an attractive idea for those looking to break into the vacation rental market. The premise? Rent a property long-term at a fixed rate, then lease it […]
Must-Have Amenities: How Open Air Homes Is Redefining Family Vacations
By: Brad Greiner, CEO of Open Air Homes and OpenAiRE BrokerageAugust 21, 2024 How Open Air Homes Creates the Perfect Family-Friendly Vacation Experience At Open Air Homes, hosting families is at the heart of what we do. We know that when parents book a vacation home, they’re looking for an experience that suits every member […]
Exciting News: Open Air Homes Now Manages Existing Airbnb Listings!
Airbnb Has Improved Their Co-Hosting Functionality, and We Can Now Manage Your Existing Listing By: Brad Greiner, CEO of Open Air Homes and OpenAiRE Brokerage August 19th, 2024 Hillside Hideaway in Topanga Canyon Are you a homeowner managing your own property on Airbnb and feeling overwhelmed? We get it. Managing a vacation rental can be […]
Finding the Best Deal: How Platform Pricing Impacts Your Vacation Rental Experience
Unlocking the Best Rates for Your Stay: Navigating Platform Pricing Discrepancies and Direct Booking Benefits By: Brad Greiner, CEO of Open Air Homes and OpenAiRE BrokerageAugust 17th, 2024 When booking a vacation rental, it’s not uncommon to find varying prices for the same property across different platforms. This discrepancy can be attributed to the different […]
What Airbnb’s Latest Earnings Report Means for Short-Term Rental Owners and Investors in Southern California
As consumer spending shifts and new regulations take hold, the luxury market emerges as the key to thriving in the evolving vacation rental landscape. Hollywood Hills Outpost Home By: Brad Greiner, CEO of Open Air Homes and OpenAiRE Brokerage August 15th, 2024 At Open Air Homes, we’ve built our success on the ability […]
The Definitive Guide to Outsmarting the Airbnb Algorithm in 2024
By: Brad Greiner, CEO of Open Air Homes and OpenAiRE Brokerage Mastering the Airbnb Algorithm: Boost Your Listing and Maximize Bookings In today’s competitive short-term rental market, understanding the intricacies of the Airbnb algorithm is crucial for hosts looking to stand out. Airbnb keeps their algorithm top secret, but our goal is to continuously look […]
The 2024 Paris Olympics and Airbnb’s Sponsorship As We Turn to LA 2028
Airbnb’s Big Bet on the Olympics and What it Means for Short Term Rentals in Los Angeles ahead of 2028 By: Brad Greiner, CEO of Open Air Homes and OpenAiRE Brokerage Los Angeles Faces Legal Challenges for Short-Term Rentals Amid Hotel Lobby Push for Stricter Regulation We, like millions of others, are experiencing Olympic fever […]
Early Lessons Learned From Shooting Spatial 3D Home Tours for The Apple Vision Pro
By: Brad Greiner, CEO of Open Air Homes and OpenAIRE Brokerage March 13, 2024 At Open Air Homes, our commitment to innovation and technology continually propels us into exciting new territories. Recently, I tested the Apple Vision Pro at the Apple store, and while it does have a lot of work to go before these […]
Streamlining Vacation Rental Tax Filing in California: Essential Tips for Homeowners
By: Brad Greiner, CEO of Open Air Homes and OpenAiRE Brokerage Tax season can often be a complex period for vacation rental homeowners, especially in California with its unique tax codes and regulations. Getting a head start and understanding the nuances of vacation rental taxes can help make the process smoother. Here’s a tailored guide for California vacation rental […]