Kirsty FantonManaging a Mobile Workforce with… well, MobilesHometime is, by all accounts, a modern business. We exist to service the sharing economy and use innovative tech to do so, harnessing the…Mar 1, 2017Mar 1, 2017
Kirsty FantonYour Airbnb horoscope for 2017If there’s ever a time to indulge in predictions, the start of a new year is it. While — for many — the world seems to be acting at random…Jan 8, 2017Jan 8, 2017
Kirsty FantonHow to increase your property’s booking appealLet’s run a little experiment. Open Airbnb in your browser and type in your suburb. Don’t put in any dates or adjust the number of guests…Jan 3, 2017Jan 3, 2017
Kirsty FantonHomes vs. HotelsIn a game of Monopoly it’s more valuable to own a hotel than it is to own a home. Now, no offence to the people behind Park Lane, Mayfair…Jan 3, 2017Jan 3, 2017
Kirsty FantonWhat to do with personal belongings in your Airbnb — a game of hide or seek“Is that a typo in your title?” you ask, thinking fondly of your childhood years or the last time you tried to sneak away from an…Jan 3, 2017Jan 3, 2017
Kirsty FantonThe little thingsHow good are thoughtful little touches? Like when your barista gives you a complimentary cookie with your double shot latte on a…Jan 3, 2017Jan 3, 2017
Kirsty FantonUnderstanding Instant BookWe’re going to let you in on a little secret: Instant Book is an excellent feature to have on your Airbnb listing (and not just because you…Jan 3, 2017Jan 3, 2017
Kirsty FantonSmoother check-in and check-out with keyless entrySmooth key handovers sometimes seem like unicorns: glittery, lovely and strictly mythical. From hour long waits for late guests to getting…Jan 3, 2017Jan 3, 2017
Kirsty FantonVetting your guestsHaving strangers stay in your home is kind of a big deal. Who are they? What are they like? Will they trash my furniture or go through my…Jan 3, 2017Jan 3, 2017
Kirsty FantonReviews and the reciprocity normA few weeks ago we wrote about how important your response rate is when it comes to your listing’s visibility. Here’s another tip: good…Jan 3, 2017Jan 3, 2017