What I wish I knew before I started an Airbnb business and my honest thoughts about hosting...

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@solomonsmith7778 2 жыл бұрын

I just got my very first guest review yesterday! 5 stars, super thoughtful, and the guy actually washed the towels and linens (which I do not require) like he was a full time cleaner. Pretty sure I'm going to frame that review like it was my first dollar bill!

@Robuilt 2 жыл бұрын

You have to do it. I wish I would have done that! Also, congrats, Sol.

@dynhamik 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations!

@paris2115 2 жыл бұрын

Love it ❤️

@XavierKelly 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations

@Theninapost 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats I’m getting my first one soon! How exciting for you!

@kevinrieck9607 2 жыл бұрын

His camps are the real deal! Saved me 1000s of dollars in mistakes and days of research. My first Airbnb in Moab is doing 5K a month pretty much completely hands-off:)

@ptippy06 2 жыл бұрын

Really?? What type of property is it? How far away from downtown Moab? Who are your cleaners?

@kevinrieck9607 2 жыл бұрын

@@ptippy06 a small home 8 mins from downtown in a plot of land granted 5 STR permits a while ago. I found a local individual to do the cleaning. Moab is definitely harder to work with regulations but Spanish Valley just south of moab has a lot of oppurtunity.

@natem.4454 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Kevin, I had been looking at the Moab area but land to build was expensive, and I found homes with a nice view as well. Can you share more about your AirBNB and how you found it?

@seanwright7874 2 жыл бұрын

Are you booked every week in a month, or your pricing strategy is what's making you money? Thanks

@Kentaronizer 2 жыл бұрын

@@kevinrieck9607 How close to do you live to this property of yours?

@grenoblearchives5057 2 жыл бұрын

I rarely comment on videos, if ever, but your content is second to none in the Air BnB sub-genre. The information, the clarity, the simplicity and the realness all make for great viewing for those interested in starting their own short-term rental business. Thanks so much.

@RealEstateGettingStarted 2 жыл бұрын

I just started my first short term rental, made 10k my first month. Wahoo!

@Robuilt 2 жыл бұрын

Shut up. Really?? Congratulations! I am seriously thrilled for you. Now save it and get into your next one :)

@RealEstateGettingStarted 2 жыл бұрын

@@Robuilt I’m already on it. That was only rented out by the room too. My next one is smaller and in a less desirable area so we will see.

@EverydayMoney0 2 жыл бұрын

Me too! 11k for my first full month in Gatlinburg.

@RealEstateGettingStarted 2 жыл бұрын

@@EverydayMoney0 Just curious what was your purchase price or value of the house currently? I bought mine for 191K and now it’s worth 500,000 a year later after extensive remodel,. So my mortgage Taxes and insurance is pretty low around 1500 a month. And I wonder how mine will do through the winter?

@EverydayMoney0 2 жыл бұрын

@@RealEstateGettingStarted 525k, $2200 mortgage piti

@derrickcordova7106 2 жыл бұрын

I love the videos. I retired from the Marine Corps in 2017 and was looking for the dream job and this is it. I live hosting. I am very eager to expand and hoping this business will take off.

@jaythompson3178 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for all the insight you give into glamping and the airbnb business. It's been helpful. I didn't get into your host camp enrollment this time. I was too late. But I'm hoping you offer this opportunity again. I really enjoy your videos and find them very informative. Appreciate you. Stay well. Have fun.

@jabbara8526 2 жыл бұрын

Glad most of these comments are positive and sorry for all the insecurities of others being projected onto you. Think you look great, family is very proud and is awesome, and you are inspiring and impacting lives. Keep up the great work man.

@michaelm9621 2 жыл бұрын

Your energy is such a needed part of this business. And thank you for all the great nuggets of gold.

@jps8810 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Rob! Always appreciate your openness and how deep you go on a personal level. A lot of people and KZfaqrs don’t do that, and that’s one of my favorite aspects of your channel.

@trevorrisley5419 2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree, man. He’s an absolute treasure for all AirBnB creators.

@MPR2 2 жыл бұрын

OMG Rob, I'm sooo grateful the YT algorithm brought me your channel, you're super cool and so are your vids, thank you for sharing your awesomeness, I can't wait to launch my first STR❣️❣️👏🏽😝

@uglycanbecute 2 жыл бұрын

I loved this video and how raw and honest it is. I'm at the very beginning of my journey and learning so much from your videos. Thank you for sharing :)

@FindingYourSpiritualTribe 2 жыл бұрын

I just found this video tonight and I have to say, you are so entertaining to watch. I appreciated your candor and your humor. I can't wait to watch more of your videos because I want to start renting out tiny homes on AirBNB. I'm bummed I missed the Host Camp, but hopefully you'll do it again.

@monicac2834 2 жыл бұрын

Rob, you're great. I'm so happy i found your channel. You're the kind of person I love to support

@great_gravity 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for being an inspiration, Rob. Love everything you do, brother.

@Robuilt 2 жыл бұрын

Aw thanks, Ryan. That is really nice and I genuinely appreciate hearing this every time someone says this. Keep on keeping on, bro!

@ccj7942 2 жыл бұрын

First real laugh of the day by Rob, "Calm down Rob, calm down Rob - you're a wholesome channel." LOL thank you for this AND the wholesome content.

@CarlottaART 2 жыл бұрын

You’re the best Rob! Always appreciate your videos and your hair! : )

@NotTheRealScarface 2 жыл бұрын

Completely unrelated comment: Your hairstyle is one of the rare ones I have ever seen in my life. It is so different that I am truly impressed. Keep it up!

@CadeBergmann 2 жыл бұрын

So glad I just found this channel. Thanks for making these videos! Excited to get started in Airbnb in the next few years. Spending the year stacking cash🤑

@pinnacletrade2711 2 жыл бұрын

Thx Rob, that's a great motivated speech at the end. I needed that. I'm trying to figure out how to do this & be able to take care of my elderly parents

@JuanJoBande 2 жыл бұрын

The info in this video is absolutely great. I agree 100% on your way of approaching the airbnb business. Great video great channel congrats Robert I'm new to your channel but big fan already. 👏👏👏👏👏👏

@RAME 2 жыл бұрын

I've been an AirBnB superhost since 6 years or so.. extending my hosting to my neighborhood appartment through another rental unit this week. Feeling excited, I literally just have to open my window to talk to the guests if they need me. 🥳🎉 Wish me luck.

@roypolanco2533 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this series and for starting your channel. I've been saving up for my first rental arbitrage property and this series is gold to me. I really believe you want guys like me to succeed and it feels good to see you living , the life that I believe this business will allow me to live. Thank you again and Happy Holidays amigo. Eres chingon. Saludos de Tacoma, WA

@vaughnblaylock6069 Жыл бұрын

I have an entire folder full of videos of yours categorized into various subjects. Why? Because each video of your videos is so full of info that I have to keep them for future reference. Can't wait to see you if you show up to my call with your team this week. Thank you so much, Rob, for everything so far. You're fantastic. And you're a big softy, so I can identify with that. Your passion and emotion shows, and that means a ton, man. Take care and hope to see you there!

@skylord92 10 ай бұрын

Been looking around so much trying to really understand and its not till you said it (analysis paralysis) that explains it so well for me. Really looking to break free of my 7-4 job but its a death march with no time to actually experience life. I want to work for myself and bring something that so many can be apart of. From your videos it encouraging to tell my brain to stop and just try. Started to make some what of a plan and how to do it. These videos truly help inspire. time to be a sponge

@MasaMuneDenadoro 2 жыл бұрын

I'm 38 and just starting. So then I'm SUPER late lol. But Rob is right, I got caught up in analysis paralysis and as a result missed out on a more affordable real estate market in 2018 and 2019. So get started, have confidence in your numbers and your vision.

@dlondonx3018 2 жыл бұрын

Starting at 38 too👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾💪🏾

@ctbaze28 2 жыл бұрын

I am starting at 45! We all got this no matter when we start!

@thomaswilliam630 Жыл бұрын

48 here

@TiffanyIngram 2 жыл бұрын

“The Rob Mob” I dig it!!! Also, thanks for the buying dinner idea💡 That’s one of my biggest worries is how to turn disgruntled guest around.

@kballinger1207 2 жыл бұрын

Inspiring, really like your style dude.. I’m watching all videos while @ work!

@evan_rowan 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats on launching Host Camp!!

@jmthompson7050 2 жыл бұрын

There you go. Just liked this video. Thank you for your insights and honesty.

@ashleyhill8737 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your positive take!

@imbonnie 2 жыл бұрын

You are providing a valuable service for people. The haters never get anywhere.

@nataliefourie7023 Жыл бұрын

Happy New Year! Great content and valuable information :) When is your next Host Camp?

@simonniesc812 2 жыл бұрын

Woohoo can't wait!

@letsvanglamp 2 жыл бұрын

Great info! Thanks for being honest abt being nervous when starting ABB (we are, but going for it!) Our new TINYhse ABB opens for business end of October. We enjoy watching your channel, there's always something new to learn...super informative!

@christopherbusch8071 2 жыл бұрын

Nothing going yet, but like Porthos the pirate, I feel inspired to join the dance. Great stuff Rob, excellent information, you are setting my feet on the path.

@ChrisSmithMusic 2 жыл бұрын

Just went under contract Saturday for my first STR property in Asheville, NC! Thanks Rob!

@ctbaze28 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats Chris! I am moving to Huntersville, NC and excited to start

@lovechukwudum4152 27 күн бұрын

Thanks Rob. Thanks for sharing 🙏

@prtradingclub3229 2 жыл бұрын

Rob, another great video, I am in Escrow to buy my first Abnb. I am learning a lot from you thanks. And I will be signing up for your program.

@josephatherton8757 Жыл бұрын

I’m looking to start out in the Airbnb business. This is great information!!

@christobar 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to see you remembered your shorts this vid.

@LKleppy 2 жыл бұрын

Ngl Rob is like the only actually funny KZfaqr that I know of

@amberfall1776 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks again for all that you do!🌞👸🏾

@alexandram6561 2 жыл бұрын

This is so helpful! Amazing, thank you so much!

@deenadanielle 2 жыл бұрын

That is such a sweet review about the Wisconsin home!

@oliviermorris1320 2 жыл бұрын

I’m excited!!!

@Sekona.realtor 5 күн бұрын

We’re about to open our first… you’re speaking everything I’m thinking for 3 sleepless nights straight

@jonathantaylor426 2 жыл бұрын

We love you, man. No hate here. Keep up the good work.

@scarf1703 Ай бұрын

I am cracking up at the Dave Ramsey references in your videos! 🤣🤣

@HeavyCon24 2 жыл бұрын

The cut to David Ramsey was an instant subscribe for me. Love the humour you incorporate into your videos

@kristimoody4217 2 жыл бұрын

Add me to the list …because I’m sure there’s a list… of folks that you have 100% inspired to become AirBnB hosts!!! YOU!!!! We live right here in Sevier County TN and would do just about anything to meet you and gather your energy..we can’t wait to get started but have reached the point of what do we do first..but we WILL figure it out.. so THANK YOU for what you do and more importantly, for inspiring US to change out lives! Maybe we’ll see ya ‘round one day. ✌️

@sherripressley926 2 жыл бұрын

Knoxville here. I’m thinking first property has to be in Pigeon Forge!

@fuller2466 2 жыл бұрын

Haters gunna hate, makers gunna make. Thanks for the videos. Starting our first Airbnb in December. My wife is having a blast buying furniture and decorating. We’re going to live in it for a month to dial it in. It’s going to be like a vacation. Can’t wait to get started.

@imcartermatic 2 жыл бұрын

How has your Airbnb been performing?

@fuller2466 2 жыл бұрын

@@imcartermatic After we got it furnished we moved in. We were new to the area (North Texas) and noticed that with all of the new homes being built, there was a huge demand for short term rentals but it didn’t seem like anyone was offering them. We listed the house as a fully furnished short term rental with a 2 month minimum with the option to extend in 30 day increments. It’s absolutely taken off. We’re on our second lease since January and this is a cash cow. Because it’s short term, we’re able to get a much higher rent then a standard 12 month and it’s 100% booked always. We’re making a little less than had we gone the Airbnb route, but we’re not having to worry about vacancies and it’s pretty much headache free until the lease is up. Thanks for reaching out! Still loving the videos. 👍🏻

@riyadblue20 2 жыл бұрын

Hey I appreciate your genuineness that was great

@user-jb1ph2ps6n Жыл бұрын

Yes, make a video about the bees! Fascinating.

@dhowto3005 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Very good four part series.

@rcbourlock1149 2 жыл бұрын

You are financially independent 😄👍🏻 Awesome!! Love your videos - you’re hilarious 😂

@krystallisboa4829 2 жыл бұрын

Just now watching this video and finding out that your host camp is already closed 😭💔 When will you be opening it back up? I’m very interested in learning!

@Keefus88 2 жыл бұрын

Could you maybe do a video on the pros and cons of buying an already built place, rather than finding a plot of land and starting that way? We want to create unique airbnbs.

@evandently9474 2 жыл бұрын

Really enjoying your content!

@alexamataczynski7672 2 жыл бұрын

Discovered your channel recently and I love it! Creating airbnb experiences is something that I have thought about doing for awhile, but I am really inspired by your success and working toward starting. In a few of your videos you say you felt late to start at 27... I am 24 and I feel like I am not taken seriously by friends and family that I have mentioned it to. Do you think there is a time that is too early to start?

@Robuilt 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely not! Start tomorrow!

@daisyvelazquez1124 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Rob, great content. I’m a new watcher & remember you mentioning some of the pod casts you listen to. I can’t seem to find which video that’s was🥲 was wondering if you could share those again id appreciate it :))

@juliemackenzie1978 2 жыл бұрын

Always hard to be in a customer-related business. It’s one of the toughest jobs to have. People can be very difficult, but, hopefully the good, well-behaved guests out-number the crappy ones. 👍😊

@justdoingit4613 2 жыл бұрын

LOVE THIS

@alexisnuculaj4632 2 жыл бұрын

Hey ! thank you for your very through honest feedback on airbnb hosting i really appreciate this as I am getting started with airbnb. Do you recommend as a first time host the best route is doing rental arbitrage or buying your first property?

@Wannakatana2112 2 жыл бұрын

My criticisms aside, out of that long 24 minute video were a couple of hugely insightful and helpful comments and suggestions. I'm a researcher and dreamer bit I never take the next step. Your advice to get beyond the analysis/research paralysis phase and also stop comparing yourself to the progress of others and just get started.

@laurarenovato1751 2 жыл бұрын

As always great video

@roler1973 2 жыл бұрын

Rob muchas gracias por todos los consejos que diste, saludos, Roger Erosa

@Robuilt 2 жыл бұрын

Enrollment for Host Camp is officially open 🎓🎓 tinyurl.com/hostcampmentorship

@jackzzz2885 2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love your videos and the truth'sss behind it! People have me twisted! You will understand this as an entrepreneur! I say... land business house!!! Family... house land business!

@doscoronitas 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, which video discussed the draftsman you purchased blue prints from? Is there another person in California you recommend

@corraine2102 2 жыл бұрын

I tried clicking the link. it doesnt work

@Robuilt 2 жыл бұрын

@@corraine2102 I think we got it worked out. Try again!

@reitillet7926 2 жыл бұрын

Is the Host Camp free?

@cmdv42 2 жыл бұрын

💯awesome series 🚀

@ritadepalma888 2 жыл бұрын

Hi there. Found your videos by seeing u on bigger pockets. Wow! Impressive. Love the tiny houses and glamping. I want to emulate this model. I just purchased a “house hack” and live in the main house with the attached 1/1 bedroom as an air bnb ( it was functional this way fir 5 years) I kept the property manager cuz I didn’t have the time to learn the ropes intitially. Anyway too many questions I have. Who do yiu use for assets protection and to create your LLCs? And who for accounting?

@rdot980 2 жыл бұрын

I know this isn't about bees, but if you have a honey bee issue, you can probably find a bee keeper that will relocate them vs. kill them. Honey bees are pretty important. I've been all over youtube. I've seen those videos too.

@HomeDesign_Austin 2 жыл бұрын

Great stuff Rob. How do you get around local laws, in nearly every city now, for example enforcing homestead laws?

@juisjuis551 2 жыл бұрын

i enjoyed that. Thank you!

@pgbollwerk 2 жыл бұрын

"4th and final video" 7/9 in playlist, haha =)

@rileyhaight3593 2 жыл бұрын

Really great video!!!

@kofiamankwa9258 2 жыл бұрын

1 min in… I like this guy and I don’t know why

@DaveTalksBusiness 2 жыл бұрын

Not Airbnb, but I'm getting ready to flip my first owned property into a rental. Have a management business on the project since I'll be moving overseas to build out my business.

@rodrigodasilva2629 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos are great!

@donnachazanov4641 2 жыл бұрын

Simply excelente! Thanks

@mattcantstop 2 жыл бұрын

Damnit @Robuilt, I signed up. Let's get rowdy!

@Robuilt 2 жыл бұрын

Let’s goooooo. Super excited to get started, Man!

@deepsingh5552 2 жыл бұрын

those ship my pants commercials like 10 years ago made me think that Kmart still had a chance...

@oyindamolaolafimihan4016 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this I’m a college and planning to start but I’m afraid that I won’t book because I’m planning to use loan to fund this business wish me luck, planning to set my first property by the end of September in San Antonio

@jamesgould9457 Жыл бұрын

Talk about buying/leasing the land you put the Tents etc on

@claub5438 2 жыл бұрын

i love this guy!😆👏👏

@xristinarose2409 Жыл бұрын

Def agree with holding your position. No money can buy back the missed bday of your daughter. Glad you learned it for the next time. Def if you have already so much money, dont ever trade them in for the impirtant stuff in your life

@gregorylewis9442 7 ай бұрын

Love it 👍.

@MrKmichaelw 2 жыл бұрын

Rob is just gut-busting hilarious!!!,'

@wolfgirl700 2 жыл бұрын

I'm saving this for reassurance later lol

@lizcastellano8317 2 жыл бұрын

Rob, I love your content… I been have been in analysis paralysis mode for a loooong time but… that’s not the point… I’m going to actually start in next 30 days! Thanks for your content!!! PS. I literally LOL Karen’s joke (… not you just your counterparts hahhahahah)

@ctbaze28 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck Liz! You've got this!

@Zack-zs5to 2 жыл бұрын

Hey there love the video and I just subscribed. I’m wanting to move out of state and I just bought my first house about a year ago now. I don’t want to sell it and I’m thinking about doing Airbnb as well as working a full time job in the new state I move to. So I guess I was just curious to see what your opinion would be on doing Airbnb with just one property that I still have 29 years left on the loan. Any tips/advice would be helpful. Thanks

@andrewanderson6866 2 жыл бұрын

I'm sad I found you after host camp had closed sigh 😔 Hope glamp camp opens up again as well.

@skaterjoepo 2 жыл бұрын

would you recommend staring a 1st listing with something cheaper like an rv rental or tiny home?

@dynhamik 2 жыл бұрын

Always hilarious and informative videos. I'm considering a construction to permanent loan for our build. Did you use something like that on Casa Conjeo?

@Robuilt 2 жыл бұрын

Not with Conejo. I built that one “cash.” I did a construction loan with Mariposa though.

@dynhamik 2 жыл бұрын

@@Robuilt I appreciate the response. 👍

@jillmandley234 2 жыл бұрын

Playing catch up!!!

@josephcacciapaglia4753 2 жыл бұрын

I'm building some properties to use for STR, but I plan to use a professional STR manager. Do you think the host camp would still be beneficial for someone like me?

@autumnjames4122 2 жыл бұрын

Rob, you are the best. You know I am your biggest fan, but I would also be demanding about the hot tub working, often it’s what made you choose the stay-right? Just saying…what else could you have done?

@susanacarter3623 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@VaultBoy1776 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid

@CatchEmCouple 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Robuilt I got a question about structuring your company. Would the best option be setting it up as a LLC? Also love your videos keep it up!

@Robuilt 2 жыл бұрын

I set mine up as LLCs. But that's not advice from me. I'm not a lawyer. I am not pretending to be a lawyer. Consult a lawyer. Consult a tax professional. Or go to college and become a lawyer if you want to save on legal fees. And lastly, don't sue me. All jokes aside though, consult a tax and legal professional lol.

@amberfall1776 2 жыл бұрын

Is there a link to the other video's in the series...