How to Start an Airbnb

By Brittany Wenninger

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Want to learn how to Find, Run, and Manage a Airbnb? This podcast has you covered! Welcome to The Airbnb Roadmap, your ultimate guide to building, scaling, and thriving in the world of short-term rentals (STRs). Hosted by Brittany Wenninger, a real estate expert and highly-rated Airbnb Superhost with over 350 glowing reviews and a 4.95-star rating, this podcast is your go-to resource for all things Airbnb, VRBO, and beyond. Each week, Brittany delivers actionable advice, industry secrets, and practical strategies to help you start and grow your short-term rental business. From setting up your first property and navigating local regulations to mastering marketing strategies and creating unforgettable guest experiences, we cover it all. Whether you’re just curious about hosting on Airbnb, managing multiple VRBO properties, or looking to scale your STR portfolio, this podcast answers questions like: ”How do I get started with Airbnb or VRBO?” ”What are the best ways to market my STR/ Airbnb?” ”Beginner Guide to STRs” ”Beginner Guide to Airbnb” ”Airbnb 101 or STR 101” ”What are the steps needs to start a Airbnb” With solo episodes packed with Brittany’s expertise and interviews with top hosts, real estate pros, and hospitality industry leaders, The Airbnb Roadmap is here to help you design a profitable and sustainable short-term rental business. If you’re ready to create financial freedom, master the art of hosting, and build a thriving STR portfolio, this is the podcast for you. It’s time to unlock the secrets to short-term rental success! Subscribe today and start building the Airbnb business, and life, you’ve been dreaming of.

Episode Date
65. STR Cleaner Tells the Truth
May 02, 2026
64. FREE Subscription to Hospitable?! Sit down with Hospitables Founder Pierre-Camille (PC) Hamana
Apr 01, 2026
63. Top 10 things I would not do/buy for a Airbnb
Mar 17, 2026
62. First Airbnb, Should you Invest Local or Long Distance?
Mar 10, 2026
61. Airbnb Guests Threatened Bad Reviews, This Is What I Did
Feb 24, 2026
60. The Exact Conversation I Have With Every New STR Client
Feb 17, 2026
59. Airbnb Cancellation Policies Explained, Short Stays vs Long Stays
Feb 05, 2026
58. I Went on Vacation and My Airbnb Fell Apart Here’s What Happened
Jan 27, 2026
57. Airbnb Maintenance Problems No One Talks About
Jan 13, 2026
56. How to Get More 5-Star Airbnb Reviews (Without Feeling Awkward)
Jan 06, 2026
55. Things Don’t Calm Down... You Just Build Smarter
Dec 30, 2025
54. Instagram-Worthy Airbnbs Aren’t the Goal… Profit Is
Dec 16, 2025
53. Current Airbnb Renovation Update
Dec 11, 2025
52. Hidden Secret about Airbnb Hot Locations
Dec 02, 2025
51. Holiday Décor in Airbnbs: Yes or No?
Nov 25, 2025
50. Software We Use to Run Our Airbnbs for Us
Nov 18, 2025
49. The Day I Wanted to Sell Every Airbnb I Own
Nov 11, 2025
48. How to Winterize Your Airbnb (Before It’s Too Late!)
Nov 04, 2025
47. The Airbnb Change Happened! Ways to Take Action
Oct 28, 2025
46. Life Update: New Airbnb + Appraisal Shenanigans
Oct 21, 2025
45. Home Insurance 101: Must-Have Coverage for Airbnb Hosts
Oct 14, 2025
44. Airbnb Photography Tips: Before Launch Day
Oct 07, 2025
43. Rules and Regulations to Run a Airbnb
Sep 30, 2025
42. Under Contract? Prep Your Airbnb Before Closing
Sep 23, 2025
41. Everything Happens for a Reason: My Path Into Real Estate & STRs
Sep 16, 2025
40. STR Tax Hacks: Depreciation, Deductions & Keeping It Legal
Sep 09, 2025
39. From 3% to 15.5%: How Airbnb’s New Fee Impacts Your Profits
Sep 02, 2025
38. How to Negotiate When Buying an Airbnb in Today’s Market
Aug 19, 2025
37. Trash Talk for Your Airbnb: Waste Management Tips
Aug 12, 2025
36. Airbnb Quality Control Checklist for 5-Star Reviews
Aug 05, 2025
35. Airbnb Weddings: The Untapped Income Stream
Jul 29, 2025
34. The ‘Holy Grail’ App for Finding Airbnb Deals – Meet STRIQ
Jul 22, 2025
33. My Biggest Airbnb Fear Came True! Let’s Talk About It.
Jul 15, 2025
32. It Looked Like a Dream on Airbnb—Until I Dug Deeper
Jul 08, 2025
31. Can You Really Buy an Existing Airbnb? Here’s the Catch
Jul 01, 2025
30. Airbnb Rental Agreements: Do You Really Need One?
Jun 24, 2025
29. From Accidental Host to Real Estate Powerhouse with Ashley Lang
Jun 17, 2025
28. The Fastest Way to Earn Superhost Status on Airbnb
Jun 10, 2025
27. Secrets to 5-Star Airbnb Reviews: What Guests Really Rate
Jun 03, 2025
26. How to Hire an Airbnb Cleaner: Key Questions & Red Flags
May 27, 2025
25. Airbnb Co-Hosting: How It Works, What It Pays, and If It’s Worth It
May 20, 2025
24. Where to Spend and Save in Your Airbnb for Better ROI
May 13, 2025
23. Should You Hire a Property Manager for Your Short-Term Rental?
May 06, 2025
22. Airbnb & Motherhood: How Julia Launched Her STR While Pregnant
Apr 29, 2025
21. How to Buy an Airbnb in Wisconsin: Writing a Strong Offer
Apr 22, 2025
20. Step-by-Step: How We Bought & Renovated Our Airbnb
Apr 15, 2025
19. The Art of Airbnb Design: What No One Tells You About Furnishing
Apr 08, 2025
18. Investing Beyond State Lines: Stephanie Dietrich’s Guide to Going Remote
Apr 01, 2025
17. Cleaning and Maintenance Hacks for STR Success
Mar 25, 2025
16. Hidden Gold or Money Pit? How to Spot a Winning STR Property
Mar 18, 2025
15. Succeeding without Relying on Airbnb: Joe Boyle's Proven Tips of Direct Booking
Mar 11, 2025
14. You’re Leaving Money on the Table If You’re Not Using This Tool
Mar 04, 2025
13. Keep Your STR Open & Thriving! Master the Rules and Regulations in Your City Before It’s Too Late!
Feb 25, 2025
12. Becoming the Go-To Short-Term Rental Expert in Your Market
Feb 18, 2025
11. Airbnb Arbitrage: The Secret to Starting Your Short-Term Rental Empire with Little Cash
Feb 11, 2025
10: Building Your Small but Mighty Team for Short-Term Rental Success
Feb 04, 2025
9: Is Too Much Knowledge Hurting Your Short-Term Rental Success?
Jan 28, 2025
8: What Makes a Market Good for STR? Finding Your Ideal Location
Jan 21, 2025
7: Five Common Mistakes Airbnb Hosts Make (and How to Avoid Them!)
Jan 14, 2025
6: Top Software Tools Every Short-Term Rental Owner Needs
Jan 07, 2025
5: Financing Your Short-Term Rental - Loan Programs and Funding Options
Dec 31, 2024
4: Is Short-Term Rental Income Really Passive? Here's the Truth
Dec 24, 2024
3: Finding the Perfect Short-Term Rental Property
Dec 17, 2024
2: Airbnb Lessons: Our Mistakes That You Will Learn From
Dec 17, 2024
1: Short-Term Rentals 101 - The Ultimate Beginner's Guide
Dec 17, 2024
Welcome to The Airbnb Roadmap with Brittany Wenninger
Nov 20, 2024