First time hosting

[Emily2642]

Hey guys,

I’m looking to become a host for the first time and rent out the second bedroom in my rental property to earn some money whilst I’m in between work contracts. I’ll be living in the property and would really appreciate some tips and tricks that’ll help!

Thanks,

Emily 

[Mike-And-Jane0]

@Emily2642 First things to consider are

1) Is it legal in your area?

2) As leased, does your lease allow it?

3) Will your insurers allow it?

Then its the basics such as

Do you need a fire risk assessment?

Gas safety?

Electrical safety

Then what is your market?

Couples? Singles, Work, Leisure?

[Alex · Accepted solution]

Hi @Emily2642!

First of all, congratulations on starting to plan your very first listing! How did the idea come up? I'm sure everything will go amazingly well.

I'm going to share some links from the Help Center to help you better understand what you need to get started as a host: 

• Getting started as a host on Airbnb
• How to get started on Airbnb
  

Hope these links can help and I wish you best of luck in this new chapter! 

Best, 

Alex