Denying guests

Brandon669
Level 1
Cincinnati, OH

Denying guests

Hello,

 

I am new to hosting and would like thoughts on hosting someone that is new to Airbnb and has no ratings?  Do you feel there is risk with someone that has never done it before to rent to?  Are there coverages for theft or damage from Airbnb?  Finally, are you penalized if deny a rent request for any reason?

 

Thanks and happy rentals,

Brandon

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Emiel1
Level 10
Leeuwarden, The Netherlands

@Brandon669 

 

There are no penalties when deny a booking request (unless you do it very often) because of reasons "feel uncomfortable" or "dates not available" (dates are then blocked, but can be unblocked by yourself)

 

A new profile without reviews can be a risk, but i often host such guests without problems.

But i ask some questions first and want verified ID on the profile before accepting.

 

Airbnb is offering AirCover as a protecting facility if there is damage, but it is recommended to have proper insurrance yourself. Read more: Getting-protected-through-Aircover-for-hosts