Why We Don’t Use In-House Cleaners — And How That Makes Us a Better Nationwide STR Manager
At FIBI, we’ve built our nationwide short-term rental (STR) cleaning system around flexibility, speed, and performance—not micromanagement. We carefully vet all third-party cleaning vendors through a multi-step process that ensures operational rigor and trust. Our team conducts in-depth internet searches to identify local companies and cleaners, followed by remote interviews using a structured set of […]
Damage Control: Minimizing Revenue Loss After Airbnb Delisted Us
After Airbnb shut down three of our client’s accounts with no warning, we knew one thing: we couldn’t wait for Airbnb to fix it. Every day those listings sat inactive, our client lost revenue. So we took matters into our own hands. Step 1: Create New Listings & Accounts Fast Our operations team immediately set […]
Airbnb Isn’t Perfect—Why Your STR Needs a Skilled Management Partner
Let’s face it: Airbnb is a powerful platform—but it’s not infallible. As property managers, we work with Airbnb every day. We understand how listings are ranked, how guest communication works, and how Airbnb responds to rule violations. But even with that experience, there are still times when the system fails. Our recent experience with three […]
Airbnb Shut Down Our Client’s Listings—Here’s How We Fought Back
We never thought it would happen to us—but it did. Airbnb unexpectedly shut down three AirBnB accounts for a total of 8 listings under one of our investors’ names. No warning. No communication. Just an abrupt email citing a vague violation of “Trust and Safety” and a full cancellation of every upcoming reservation. Hundreds of […]
Charging Cleaning Fees for Airbnb STR – FIBI Vacation Rental
Reclassifying or blending cleaning fees as management fees can help Airbnb hosts stay competitive and improve search visibility, but the best approach depends on careful analysis of the property and market.
5 Reasons Our STRs Outperformed Others – FIBI
we are comparing two case studies comparing two different methods of managing short-term rental properties in the St. Louis market, focusing on how one management team is doubling the revenue of their competitors. Trevor is with a large investor who owns 10 properties in St. Louis. Seven of these properties were initially managed by a […]
Small Budget, Big Airbnb Returns – FIBI Vacation Rental
Guided by guest feedback, these budget-friendly changes improved reviews and enabled the properties to accommodate a wider range of guest groups.
Nightly Rate Maximizing Tool
Download the Nightly Rate Maximizing Tool to optimize your short-term rental pricing with data-driven strategies that increase bookings and revenue. Free resource for hosts. This tool helps STR operators determine optimal nightly pricing. Use this to analyze data and set rates that maximize revenue potential, ensuring effective charging for the best financial outcomes.
Listing Optimization Guidelines
This guide shares 12 practical tips to optimize your Short-Term Rental listing, covering crucial areas like guest reviews, pricing strategies, amenities, and booking appeal.
Essential Needs Checklist for any STR
This checklist equips STR owners with a foundational understanding of necessary property items through easy-to-follow recommendations.