Critique my listing

[Michael9261]

Hello, I'm a brand new host. My property is only mid-term, 1-12 months, furnished, includes everything. So far, I've had inquiries mainly from insurance companies, but also one couple wanting to rent for one month--but all from other sites. Is there a flaw in my listing, or is Airbnb just not the best place for mid-term rental marketing? https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1219490083564591299?guests=1&adults=1&s=67&unique_share_id=b1111996-1d3...

[Guy991]

Hello @Michael9261 ,

I have a few suggestions for you to consider:

1. Check other listings in Lyndhurst to see how similar Airbnb properties are furnished. In my opinion, you may need an additional layer of decoration to make the property more appealing. Right now, even with your lower prices, it’s still missing some of the amenities your neighbors are offering.
2. Consider changing the title. Airbnb titles are composed of two parts: what you manually enter and what Airbnb automatically generates. Much of your title (Lyndhurst, entire, home) is already covered by the system, so it’s a missed opportunity to use that space effectively. Look at other listings for inspiration on how to craft a more engaging title. 
also, consider removing the phrase ‘includes everything’ from your title, as ‘everything’ is too broad. It’s better to be specific about what is included to avoid any misunderstandings.
3. Since you have a 1-month minimum rental, I would keep the listing on Airbnb but also list it on other platforms. Additionally, don’t forget to sign a lease agreement with your tenants. Keep in mind that if a tenant leaves mid-booking on Airbnb, you’ll only be paid up to that month, and you can’t take a deposit.

Just food for thought. I hope some of these suggestions help you.

[Michael9261]

Wow, Guy, great tips. I did not know about needing a lease, but it makes sense. Decorations are in process, as is the balance of the furniture. I've been adding photos as I go.

[Kenya61]

Hi, your place looks very nice,  clean, and uncluttered. However a few things stuck out to me including no bed in 1 of the bedrooms and no tvs.  I'd consider adding those. I also have my property listed to include both short and longer term rentals and I've only had inquiries about long term but no one has actually booked longer than a week. I'm not sure how often long term rentals are booked through Airbnb. Maybe you can contact customer service or Google to see the frequency. Also you may want to consider short term rentals as an option in the interim. Also once you have some positive reviews, bookings will increase. Best of luck.  Kenya

[Marie8425]

@Kenya61 @Michael9261 

Long term actually has to do with knowing is there a market and then attracting thar market.  

I do pretty much exclusively longer term only on Airbnb.

My market is primarily contract workers or visa workers.   Single Guests and usual stay is 3 to 6 months.  So my market wants just a bedroom but specific things in their bedroom.

Whole House rentals, you have  to decide is the market a multiple employee house, is you market a family moving into the area or I was talking to one Host who was near a major hospital treating cancer patients and family wanted to be near the hospital.

Identify your market, then identify the unique needs of your market that you can provide, a view is nice but not their primary concern.

Make sure that your listing is also promoted to realtors if transitional hosing, social workers at the nearby hospital if that market, or if employees renting figure out who determines the rental and how they find.

You have to identify your market.