Thinking about another rental option for your property?

This month, we chatted to our friends over at Home Time, a property management service for listings on Airbnb, to explore the benefits of using Air BNB for your property, over standard rental, and the top tips when considering this option.

What is Hometime?

Hometime is Australia’s leading Airbnb property management company. We manage the entire process so that you don’t have to lift a finger, we call

it hassle-free Airbnb. Our mission is to deliver a personalised five-star Airbnb hosting experience, powered by a global network of local hosting partners. Through our partnership with Airbnb and our dedicated team, we help homeowners make short term rentals a breeze. 

What are the benefits to property owners of Hometime?

For the right property, we can help owners achieve rental incomes significantly higher than traditional rentals. However, there are also other benefits such as the flexibility to use your property when you want, consistent cleaning and maintenance due to the fact that there are guests coming and going and the option to utilise our service if you are going away long term and need to find a manager to handle everything a guest and your property may need. 

What are your top 3 tips for property owners considering Hometime?

1. Think long term

The best performing properties financially are the ones with a high volume of consistent 5-star reviews. This social reinforcement is favoured by the Airbnb algorithm and guests. Having lots of great reviews allows us to increase the price of your place over time which increases your returns. 

2. Use a professional stylist

Properties with character, flair and the right style attract the highest nightly rates. Guests are often looking for a unique experience and the properties that stand out from the pact get great bookings. We can put you in touch with the right people to help make your property stand out. 

3. Don't delay!

Summertime is the best time to join. Take advantage of the summer season which brings a large increase in domestic and international travellers. This boosts average nightly rates. December through April are generally the highest performing months of the year.

For more information on how Home Time can assist you and your rental income, head over to https://hometime.io