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Airbnb's New Cancellation Rules: What Every Host Needs to Know (October 2024 Update)

🔥 Get Your Free Revenue Management Report: https://www.freewyldfoundry.com/report [https://www.freewyldfoundry.com/report] In this Rev Up Monday episode, Jasper dives deep into one of the most overlooked aspects of revenue management: cancellation policies. Learn why your strict cancellation policy might be costing you thousands in lost bookings and discover the optimal policy for your specific market and property type. KEY TOPICS COVERED: The Hidden Cost of Strict Policies * Why strict cancellation policies discourage early bookings * How policies impact your booking window and revenue * The psychology behind guest booking decisions (44% of guests prioritize free cancellation) Breaking Down Every Airbnb Policy * Super Strict 30/60 (avoid) * Firm: 30-day cancellation window * Limited: 14-day cancellation window (NEW) * Moderate: 5-day cancellation window * Flexible: 24-hour cancellation window Market-Specific Strategies * Short booking window markets (like Miami): Go flexible * Seasonal markets (ski/beach): Consider firm for peak season * Stable mid-tier cities: Moderate or limited works best * Large homes vs. small units: Different policies for different property sizes Advanced Tactics * Using flexible policies to recover from bad reviews * Temporary policy changes to boost momentum * The "last man standing" strategy for 100% occupancy markets * Balancing protection vs. booking velocity ACTION ITEMS: 1. Check your current cancellation policy immediately 2. Review your market's booking window patterns 3. Consider loosening your policy if bookings are slow 4. Test different policies for different property sizes ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Inside Freewyld: Building a Winning STR and Hospitality Culture

🔥 Get Your Free Revenue Management Report: https://www.freewyldfoundry.com/report [https://www.freewyldfoundry.com/report] In this episode, Kaye and Eric celebrate Freewyld Foundry's first profitable quarter and reveal their unique approach to sharing success with their team. They discuss the three options for handling company profits and explain why they chose a profit-sharing bonus plan that incentivizes excellence while fostering a culture of ownership. KEY TOPICS COVERED: The Profit Milestone * Achieving the first profitable quarter after years of reinvestment * The difference between revenue and actual profit * Why most entrepreneurs never see profit despite high revenue Three Options for Profit * Reinvesting back into the business * Owners taking dividends * Sharing with the team (the path Freewyld chose) The Bonus Plan Structure * Based on tenure, performance KPIs, and seniority level * Designed to attract and retain top revenue management talent * Future vision: allowing team members to invest bonuses into Freewyld real estate projects Building Culture Through Rituals * Starting every meeting with professional and personal wins * Implementing "unreasonable hospitality" for B2B clients * Creating company-specific language (like "MIFA" - Make It F***ing Awesome) Communication & Leadership * Leading without ego in challenging conversations * Approaching problems as "us versus the problem" * Over-communicating appreciation and celebrating client wins NOTABLE QUOTES: * "We never really understand what profit is. We see top line revenue and we invest it, constantly keep growing the business." * "By bringing the team members into the profit pool, it gives them a sense of ownership to what we're doing." * "Culture is made up of rituals, emotional highlights, and how you communicate to each other." CONNECT WITH THE HOSTS: * LinkedIn: Eric D. Moeller [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericdmoeller] * Follow Freewyld Foundry [https://www.instagram.com/freewyldfoundry] for more revenue management insights ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

FIFA World Cup 2026: How STR Hosts Can Win (Action Plan)

Want our team to run your pricing through World Cup ’26? Get a free revenue audit: https://www.freewyldfoundry.com/report The 2026 FIFA World Cup (June 11–July 19, 2026) will send up to 6 million visitors across host cities in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. If you operate in or near a host market, a smart strategy could turn June/July into a year’s worth of revenue. What we cover * Key dates that move the market (including the group-stage draw on December 5, 2025) * Host cities to watch (Vancouver, Seattle, SF Bay Area, Los Angeles, Kansas City, Dallas, Houston, Atlanta, Miami, Toronto, Boston, Philadelphia, New York/New Jersey, plus Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey) * Why fan zones and downtown corridors matter as much as stadiums * Pricing philosophy when comps are thin (bias high, protect inventory, monitor pacing) * Travel spillover to nearby destinations (Grand Canyon, Vegas, national parks, regional drives) * Cultural touches that convert (e.g., bikes + orange swag for Dutch supporters) * How to monitor market signals daily without losing your mind Action steps 1. Raise your June–July 2026 base rates now (2–10× your norm, depending on proximity + property quality). 2. Block or minimum-stay protect high-demand nights until after the draw. 3. Calendar alert: December 5, 2025 — release of group-stage draw → expect a booking rush within hours. 4. Map your micro-locations: stadium, downtown, fan zones (municipal announcements), transit, watch-party districts. 5. Daily scan post-draw: track competitor pricing, pick-ups, and event calendars; adjust pacing thresholds. 6. Differentiate listings for specific fan bases (amenities, décor accents, transit guides, supporter-area tips). 7. Widen your net: push content/SEO for “near [host city]” itineraries; capture spillover demand. Links & resources * Match info & schedule: fifa.com * Free revenue audit (for $1M+ portfolios / ~15+ listings): freewyldfoundry.com/report Work with us Want our team to run your pricing through World Cup ’26? Apply for a free revenue audit: freewyldfoundry.com/report ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Leadership in STR: Building A-Player Teams That Scale

👉 Get a Free Revenue Review → https://www.freewyldfoundry.com/report [https://www.freewyldfoundry.com/report] Find out how much money your portfolio is leaving on the table. Risk-free. What does real leadership look like when your STR company is growing faster than you can keep up? In this episode of Get Paid for Your Pad, Eric Moeller (CEO of Freewyld and Freewyld Foundry) and Kaye Putnam (Head of Marketing at Freewyld) take you behind the scenes of what it takes to lead, scale, and sustain a high-growth short-term rental business, without losing your sanity or your team. They share how to evolve from attack mode to strategic leadership, how to build a strong culture of A-player talent, and what it really means to lead with humility and curiosity in a remote-first hospitality company. You’ll discover: • Why “pressure is a privilege” for fast-growing STR leaders • How to stop micromanaging and start empowering your team • The real difference between managing and leading • How to identify and elevate A-players in your organization • What it takes to build culture inside a remote STR team • How to have hard conversations without ego or conflict Eric and Kaye also unpack the leadership shift from control to clarity, the role of overcommunication in scaling, and why defining culture early is the key to sustainable growth in hospitality. 💡 Topics Covered: • Leadership in the short-term rental and hospitality industry • Building culture and alignment in remote STR teams • Servant leadership and the “humble and hungry” mindset • From operator to strategic CEO in STR growth • Leading through pressure, uncertainty, and rapid scaling 🔗 Relevant Links: Learn more about Freewyld Foundry → https://www.freewyldfoundry.com [https://www.freewyldfoundry.com] Follow Eric Moeller → https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericmoeller/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericmoeller/] Follow Kaye Putnam → https://www.linkedin.com/in/kayeputnam/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kayeputnam/] Follow Freewyld → https://www.linkedin.com/company/freewyldfoundry [https://www.linkedin.com/company/freewyldfoundry] Keywords: leadership, Airbnb, short-term rentals, team culture, property management, hospitality, Freewyld, Freewyld Foundry, STR growth, scaling teams, servant leadership, conscious leadership, leadership mindset, vacation rentals, hospitality business, Airbnb host, remote leadership ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

3 Proven Strategies to Dominate Airbnb’s Low Season

👉 Get a Free Revenue Review → https://www.freewyldfoundry.com/report [https://www.freewyldfoundry.com/report] Find out how much money your portfolio is leaving on the table. Risk-free. What if you could finally make your low season perform like a pro’s high season? In this episode of Get Paid for Your Pad, Jasper Ribbers (Co-Founder of Freewyld Foundry) shares the exact Low Season Strategy they use across 43 short-term rental portfolios to stay ahead of the market, protect visibility, and keep occupancy strong when everyone else slows down. The low season doesn’t have to drain your revenue. Jasper reveals how pacing, smart pricing, and proactive planning can help you maintain momentum on OTAs and build long-term growth even in your toughest months. You’ll discover: • Why low season performance determines your summer revenue potential • How to track your Market Penetration Index (MPI) and stay ahead of the curve • The right way to lower prices without hurting your high season ADR • How to use seasonal pricing profiles instead of slashing base rates • Why long-stay discounts can boost occupancy and visibility simultaneously Jasper also explains why reacting late destroys algorithm traction, how to keep cleaners and maintenance teams busy during off months, and why momentum is the real currency of revenue management. 💡 Topics Covered: • Pacing and MPI explained for low season success • Seasonal pricing profiles in Pricelabs, Wheelhouse, and Beyond • Length-of-stay discounts and snowbird opportunities • Maintaining OTA visibility and momentum year-round • Why low season planning starts months in advance 🔗 Relevant Links: Join the Foundry community → https://www.freewyldfoundry.com [https://www.freewyldfoundry.com] Get your Free Revenue Report → https://www.freewyldfoundry.com/report [https://www.freewyldfoundry.com/report] Follow Jasper Ribbers → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasperribbers Keywords: Airbnb, low season strategy, short-term rentals, Freewyld Foundry, revenue management, pacing, MPI, occupancy strategy, pricing optimization, property management, Airbnb growth, seasonal pricing, vacation rentals, host strategy, STR performance, Get Paid for Your Pad ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.