Stay Success Podcast

If the Airbnb app stresses you out, my  Airbnb App Roadmap Course  can help. It walks you step-by-step through alterations, cancellations, messaging, and more — all from your phone. 👉  ⁠https://shop.staysuccess.org/p/Run-Your-Airbnb-from-Your-Phone⁠ I’ve had guests leave early — and if you host long enough, you will too. What matters is how you handle it. In this episode, I’m sharing what to do w...

When I first read the message from Airbnb about a “Texas Data Processing Tax,” I thought — wait, another tax? In this episode, I unpack what this new charge really means, why it’s showing up on reservations, and how it’s different from the occupancy taxes we already pay. I’ll walk through what Airbnb’s message didn’t explain clearly, what parts apply to hosts versus guests, and how to double-check...

Could a tiny house make more money than a traditional Airbnb home? In this episode, I sit down with Superhost Kyla Longino , who manages four tiny houses, to uncover the secrets behind her success. You’ll hear: Why her tiny houses often rent for almost as much as larger homes — with less laundry and cleaning. The unexpected guest types that keep them booked (hint: not just vacationers). How discou...

What’s the wildest mess you’ve ever walked into at your Airbnb? In this episode of The Stay Success Podcast , I sit down with Kyla Longino — a Texas superhost who self-manages seven short-term rental properties and even does the cleaning herself. Kyla shares one of the craziest Airbnb guest stories I’ve ever heard: swarms of flies, a house that smelled like a science experiment gone wrong, and a m...

Running a short-term rental is about more than décor and guest communication — safety comes first . In this episode, I share the must-have safety essentials every Airbnb host needs to protect guests, earn great reviews, and give yourself peace of mind. I’ll walk you through the most important items I rely on — from fire extinguishers to smart locks — and explain how these simple tools can make hos...

Running an Airbnb has a lot of moving parts, but nothing stresses me out more than cleaning. If a guest walks into a property that isn’t spotless, or if they don’t feel safe, nothing else matters. In this episode, I take you behind the scenes as I walkthrough one of my rentals and check the work of my cleaning crew. I’ll be honest with you — cleaning has been the toughest part of hosting for me. O...

Airbnb is making big changes to their service fee structure — but what does that actually mean for you as a host? If you’ve been confused by the debate about single fees, split fees, and the new 15.5% rate, you’re not alone. In this episode, I break down the changes, explain who is affected, and help you figure out what this update means for your hosting business. Here’s what we cover in today’s e...