STR Tech Talk Blog

Airbnb is implementing a major change that will fundamentally alter how many hosts price their properties. Starting October 27, 2025, all hosts using property management software (PMS) will be required to switch to simplified pricing – no choice in the matter. If you’re currently using standard pricing with your PMS, this upcoming change will directly impact your… Read more: Airbnb Forces PMS Users to Simplified Pricing Oct 2025 – What Hosts Must Know

“AI will not replace humans, but those who use AI will replace those who don’t.” – Ginni Rometty I’ll be honest — I didn’t think I needed an AI messaging assistant. I only manage two properties, and guest messaging has never been a major pain point. I’m not juggling dozens of check-ins a week or… Read more: HostBuddy.ai Review: A Solo Host’s Honest Take After a 6-Week Trial

Where you come from does matter — but not nearly as much as where you are headed.” – Jodi Picoult Do you know where your guests are coming from? Should you even care? There are a myriad of reasons to know where your guests are coming from, from understanding your guest avatar better to knowing… Read more: Where Are Your Airbnb Guests From?

“A penny saved is a penny earned.” – Benjamin Franklin Amazon Prime Days are here! That’s right, it’s Prime Time! Time to stock up on Amazon purchases for your short term rental. Remember: Don’t overspend! Prime Days are a great way to save a few bucks if there are items you need, or have been… Read more: Best Amazon Prime Deals for Airbnb Hosts

Uh-oh! Your Airbnb just got hit with its first 4-star review. Cue the dramatic music. But fear not! Contrary to the initial panic that your life is over, it’s not. Data suggests that an occasional 4-star review is not going to hurt you in the search algorithm and that quantity of reviews matters more. You… Read more: 5-Star Review Calculator