Managing one or more Airbnb properties can be a time-consuming and stressful business for hosts. Guests expect hotel quality amenities, personal yet professional service, and 24-hour support when booking a vacation rental.
For hosts who have daytime jobs or other responsibilities, it can become a struggle to keep up with it all, which is why many are choosing to use an Airbnb management company to help with the day to day running of their properties.
What can an Airbnb management service help with?
Airbnb management can range from a little bit of assistance with handling bookings, to a full package of support services. Some of the things on offer can include:
- Listing creation
- Professional photography
- 24/7 concierge service
- Guest accommodation and screening
- Personal welcome and key exchange
- Price optimization
- Premium amenities
- Laundry, linen and cleaning services
- Property maintenance
Pricing options
There are two main options for Airbnb management fees. The first is a flat-rate per month. This means that no matter how many bookings you get, you pay the same monthly rate to the management company.
The second is a commission rate. This means that the company will take a percentage (ranging from between 12-40% depending on what management package you select) of your Airbnb earnings each month.
Some companies will charge set-up fees on top of their monthly management fees. Make sure you find out what is included in the fee and how much extra the company might charge for professional photography or setting up the initial listing.
Deciding between a flat rate and commission rate is not always easy and you have to take into consideration that depending on what management services you select your bookings could increase dramatically making the fixed option more appealing. Always check whether you can swap between these two options or how long you are tied into a contract.
Caring for your guests
What kind of customer service does the company offer and does that cover you as well as your guests? For example, if your guest has a problem in the middle of the night… will your Airbnb management company be on-call to handle it?
Some Airbnb management companies are small operations with only a handful of staff based in a central location. It’s always good to go with a company who has local account managers as they will offer a more tailored, professional service.
Reporting back
As with any management service, it’s important for you as the customer to be able to easily view financial results.
- How much have your earnings improved over the past six months?
- What commission have you paid out to the management company?
- What specific services have been provided for that commission?
Choose a management service that has software or a tracking app for your financial results.
About GuestReady
GuestReady was founded in late 2016 with the objective of taking the hassle out of Airbnb hosting.
Our team has extensive experience in the fields of hospitality and business and finds powerful solutions to the problems that arise when hosting on Airbnb.
The company offers a full range of management services and has fixed as well as commission-based pricing options. Our account managers are based in many locations around the world and offer personalised, 24/7 services and support to both hosts and guests.
We have the latest software to provide real-time reporting to hosts as well as an easy-to-use app.
Silvia
May 19, 2019 — 9:17 am
We have house in Lakeside CT
Pls give me info how Airbnb would work if managed by you
We are not stationed in CT
Carole coopet
July 15, 2019 — 7:19 pm
Please contact me, I have a property in spain and uk
Victor
July 22, 2019 — 3:03 am
I have unit, wannq try airbnb or homestay. Want to know charges. Can contact me, 012-2777238
Chris Hoy
September 20, 2019 — 6:43 pm
What states are you in?
GuestReady
September 25, 2019 — 7:28 am
Hi Chris, we’re currently not (yet) available in the US – only the UK, France, Portugal, UAE, Malaysia and Hong Kong.
michelle
October 7, 2019 — 12:41 pm
What is your commission? We are in Malaysia. Have a big house on a lake in Cyberjaya near KL
Celine
October 8, 2019 — 2:30 am
Would like to know more details about your Airbnb service and management . My unit in ekocheras
You can contact me via 0125675966
Carol Edelberg
November 24, 2019 — 3:25 am
Need help to set my friends house up in next few weeks for Airbnb management
Phil Convery
November 23, 2021 — 7:36 pm
Hi
I am buying an investment flat in Newcastle upon Tyne and want to know your fees please for managing/ cleaning etc thanks
The GuestReady Team
May 12, 2022 — 8:24 am
Hello Phil, thank you for your interest in GuestReady’s services.
Please let us know better the details of your needs, through this link.
Best,
The GuestReady Team
Alex
April 21, 2022 — 4:32 pm
Hi,
I am looking for info about managing a 2 bed terraced in the centre of cardiff(UK) please?
The GuestReady Team
April 26, 2022 — 10:50 am
Hello Alex, many thanks for your interest in GuestReady’s services.
Please let us know better the details of your needs, through this link.
Best,
The GuestReady Team