When you’re renting out your home on Airbnb, it’s important to take some time to vet your guests before confirming their bookings.
This will help ensure that you’re providing a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone involved. There are a few key things to look for when vetting guests.
1. Check their profile
First, check their profile carefully.
Be sure to read any reviews they may have from previous stays. This will give you a good sense of what kind of guest they are. You could ask the guests:
- why they’re interested in your listing;
- what their plans are while they’re in town; and
- if they have any questions for you.
2. Introduce yourself
Next, reach out to the guest directly and introduce yourself.
Ask them questions about their trip and what they’re hoping to get out of their stay at your Airbnb. This is a great opportunity to get to know them better and gauge whether or not they would be a good fit for your home. Here are a few best practices you can follow:
- Get to know your guests before you confirm their booking. As we said earlier: take some time to read their profile and reviews from previous stays.
- Be sure to set clear expectations for both parties before confirming the booking. This will help ensure that everyone has a positive experience.
- If you have any questions or concerns, reach out to the guest directly. This is a great opportunity to get to know them better and gauge whether or not they would be a good fit for your home.
- Verify their identity. You can do this using the verification service of Airbnb.
3. Trust your gut
If something doesn’t feel right, it’s probably best to err on the side of caution and decline the booking.
There will always be more guests, looking for a nice place to stay.
By taking these steps, you can help ensure that you’re providing a safe and enjoyable experience for both you and your guests.
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