Host Pros, LLC

06/10/2026

Spending $30K-40K on a rehab vs. spending that same money on professional furnishing and design?

Most Airbnb owners get this backwards. When you buy a property that's already been rehabbed well, you can put your entire budget into the stuff that actually makes guests book - and pay premium rates.

We're working with designers who've learned exactly where to spend money to make a place stand out, and where you can save without guests noticing. In a market like Cleveland where short-term rentals aren't everywhere, that design edge becomes your biggest competitive advantage 🏠



https://youtu.be/OmoZVhpB0-0

Spending $30K-40K on a rehab vs. spending that same money on profes...

06/10/2026

I target 20% of purchase price in annual revenue for any Airbnb deal.

$400k property needs to hit $80k a year to make sense. Using our Portage Lakes data, I know this lakefront spot can get there with the right amenities.

06/06/2026

If you're not listing on both Airbnb and Vrbo, you're leaving money on the table.

Only 36% of properties are available year-round - and those are the ones actually making serious revenue.

06/05/2026

Just locked up a lakefront property in Portage Lakes for $375k.

The plan? Turn it into a $100k-a-year vacation rental with a hot tub, barrel sauna, and glow-in-the-dark mini golf course.

06/02/2026

When you're fitting 8-12 guests in a small lake house living room, furniture placement becomes a puzzle.

TV placement dictates everything - couch faces one way, doors can't be blocked, walkways need to stay clear.

06/02/2026

This is what’s making short-term rentals more competitive right now.

🛁 I walked this property with Michael Forbes and got into the upgrades that actually help a place stand out.

• why hot tubs are still one of the strongest amenities for driving offseason occupancy
• why fenced yards matter so much for pet-friendly properties and families
• why quiet hours and safety rules matter if you want to protect the guest experience and keep neighbors happy
• and the big one: short-term rentals can absolutely outperform, but only if you’re willing to invest in the property and run it the right way

Appreciate Michael being part of this one.

If you’re coming from the long-term rental world and trying to understand why some Airbnbs win and others don’t, this video lays it out pretty clearly. It’s more hands-on, yes - but when the amenities, setup, and management are dialed in, the upside is there.



https://youtu.be/e9G5Sk82xeA

This is what’s making short-term rentals more competitive right now...

06/02/2026

When I analyze a Cleveland property, I start with 3,400 Airbnb listings and filter down to just 7 real competitors.

Six bedrooms, 10+ guests, hot tub - suddenly there's almost no competition for the high-end market.

05/30/2026

We're keeping this backyard exactly as is and getting it listed fast.

Nice furniture around the fire pit, then straight to market. I'd rather start making money now than spend months on improvements that might not pay off.

05/27/2026

🧺 If you want better Airbnb reviews and more repeat bookings, start with the basics.

💡 In this video I’m breaking down some of the easiest things hosts overlook that can hurt the guest experience fast:
• cleaning
• stained sheets
• burnt out light bulbs
• listing photos that don’t match reality
• simple extras like board games and cards that actually make a difference

🛎️ A lot of hosts focus on the big stuff and miss the details that guests notice right away. And when you’re charging good money for a stay, those expectations are high.

🎲 By the end of this one, you’ll have a better idea of what guests expect when they walk in the door - and what small fixes can save you from bigger complaints later.



https://youtu.be/A9XUXlD_ENc

🧺 If you want better Airbnb reviews and more repeat bookings, start with the basics.💡 In this video I’m breaking down some of the easiest things hosts over...

05/27/2026

You can literally sleep in a castle.

Our Harry Potter-themed property near the Mohican River isn't just Instagram bait - it's got everything families need for an actual comfortable stay. 🏰