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Professional Photography Increases Bookings For Airbnb Properties

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Does Professional Photography Help Increase Bookings for an Airbnb Property?

Yes! “Airbnb listings with Professional photos earn 40% more revenue on Average compared to other listings without professional photos”

(Source: Airbnb Study)

It’s no secret that great property photos have a huge impact on the success of a short-term rental property.

In our opinion, great photos are a make or break factor for property performance – that’s why we always take amazing photos for our clients, using our exceptional photographers!

Professional Airbnb Photography Example Australia by CrownBNB

Learn more (Article): “What services a professional Airbnb management company provides”

QUICK FACTS about Airbnb properties with professional photography:

  • Gain 28% more bookings
  • Ability to charge a 26% higher nightly rate
  • Overall increased earnings by 40%.
  • More likely to be ‘favourited’ and saved by guests browsing properties
  • Guests have a much better first impression of the home and view the host as being a professional

 

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(One Of Our Airbnb Management Properties in Queensland, Australia)

Below we discuss some benefits of professional photos for your Airbnb property.

1. STAND OUT! More Clicks, More bookings, More Revenue!

Professional photos help you stand out from the crowd and drive more clicks to your listing. If you have a ‘scroll-stopping’ images representing your property then you have a much better chance to get potential guests to click on your listing and read more.

Once they get there, if you have a gallery full of more beautiful photos you will be sure to have them immersed in the dream of booking a stay at your amazing holiday home.

2. Guests know what to expect and feel more comfortable

When a professional photographer captures images of your home, they pay attention to the details. This means they cover all the aspects of what guests want to see and know about the property before they book. Each bedroom, bathroom and property features is perfectly photographed and presented to the potential guest, enticing them to book a stay!

Pictures tell 1000 words! You can answer many guest questions simple by having a comprehensive gallery of clear, eye-popping photos showing all the different features they can expect to enjoy during their stay.

3. Better guests and better treatment

As a general rule, when you have professional photos you are able to charge a higher price per night for guest bookings. A higher nightly price means you get guests who are willing to pay more for a better experience.

These guests tend to be much more respectful of your property and also tend to be easier to deal with than guests who are just looking for the absolute cheapest place to stay!

4. Sell the dream!

When booking a holiday rental or short-term accomodation, guests are often leading their booking journey with emotion, rather than a purely financial decision. It might be one of only a few holidays they take each year, so they really want a unique and great experience.

With professional photos you are able to showcase your property’s best features in a way that helps to trigger those dream-holiday emotions and help secure their booking!

5. More potential to get on the ‘short-list’ of favourites!

Often times before someone books a vacation rental there might be a research phase where multiple members of the group have input on which place they decide to stay. This might be a family group, couples or a group of friends.

Amazing photos are an easy way for someone to want to suggest your property to their friends for review above other properties who might be easily removed from the possible booking options.

Summary:

The bang-for-buck on having professional photos representing your property is a no-brainer! You only need 1 or 2 good bookings to completely off-set the cost of hiring a professional and then you continue to get better revenue on-going.

We include professional photography for every client, free of charge! If you would like to work with CrownBNB to manage your holiday rental property, part of our on-boarding process includes perfect photography of your property by our in-house professional photographers.

If you have any questions or want to get started, simply Contact Us!

Article Sources: Airbnb

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Why Use An Airbnb Management Company?

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What Does An Airbnb Management Company Do?

And why should you use a Professional Management Service for your holiday property?

Here is a list of some of the services a professional short-term rental management company provides for you.
For more information about anything shared in this article just contact us and we will be happy to answer any questions.

A professional Airbnb management company provides comprehensive services to assist property owners in effectively managing holiday property for short term rental on websites like Airbnb. Here are some key tasks and responsibilities typically provided by such companies:

1. Listing Creation and Optimisation

The management company creates and optimises your property’s listing on Airbnb. This involves writing engaging descriptions, selecting attractive photos, setting competitive pricing, and utilising keywords to improve visibility in search results.

Premium Airbnb Management services (like CrownBNB) also take care of the professional photography of your property.
Article: Why you should have professional photos for your Airbnb listing

2. Guest Communication and Booking Management

The management company handles all guest inquiries, booking confirmations, and communication before, during, and after guests’ stays. They respond promptly to inquiries, provide information about the property and local area, and ensure a smooth booking process.

A good management company will also proactively do chat sales through the messaging to secure bookings quickly and also to entice guests to extend their stays longer, resulting in more revenue.

3. Check-In and Check-Out Services

Management companies take care of the entire check-in and check-out process for guests. They coordinate key exchanges, provide detailed instructions on accessing the property, and ensure a seamless arrival and departure experience.

At CrownBNB we always strive to make check-ins and check-outs hands-free and very simple for guests, which they absolutely love!

4. Cleaning and Maintenance

Professional management companies arrange property cleans between guest stays to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards. They also coordinate any necessary repairs or maintenance work, ensuring that the property is well-maintained and any issues are addressed promptly.
Our cleaning services go beyond just a clean. We provide fresh triple-sheeted linens on all beds, guest towels and even hotel-style amenities. This ensures a premium product every time and also means property owners don’t need to worry about purchasing linens for their homes.

5. Revenue Management and Pricing Optimisation

This in itself is a full time job! Have you ever been looking at hotels or flights and wondered why the price keeps changing? That’s because a skilled team of experts are constantly adjusting the rate based on 100’s of different factors to maximise the potential revenue. The management company monitors market demand, analyses competitor pricing, and adjusts your property’s rates accordingly to maximise occupancy and revenue.

We employ strategies to optimise pricing based on seasonality, local events, and other factors like weekends, lengths of stays and more.

At CrownBNB we have an entire specialist pricing optimisation team who’s entire job is making sure all our properties are getting the maximum rates and maximum occupancy across a full 365 day calendar.

6. Marketing and Advertising

Management companies may employ marketing strategies to promote your property and increase its visibility. This can include a wide range of different factors and promotion techniques like optimising online advertisements, and utilising other marketing channels to attract potential guests.

Every booking platform essentially operates as their own search and ranking system (similar to google search). Professional management companies are constantly working to make sure your property appears higher in searches and for

7. 24/7 Guest Support

Guest support is a 24/7 job in short term rentals! Professional managers provide round-the-clock guest support, ensuring that guests have assistance whenever they need it. They handle inquiries, address concerns, and provide guidance during the guests’ stay to ensure a positive experience.

8. Reporting and Analytics

Property owners are generally provided a monthly statement which shows bookings and revenue generated. This may be a fairly basic report or it could include a lot more information such as expenses and projections etc.

Here at CrownBNB we provide all owners a login account to our hosting system. This allows owners to see all bookings in the calendar as well as easily book themselves dates they would like to stay at the property. We also provide monthly statements. All of this is free-of-charge and part of our premium service.

9. Additional Services:

Some management companies may offer additional services such as professional photography, interior design consultation, supply management (e.g., toiletries, linens), and other value-added offerings to enhance the guest experience and property presentation.

As a premium full-service holiday property management company, here at CrownBNB we provide all properties with these services. Professional photography is done during the on-boarding phase as well as providing any advice regarding interior design. Then between stays our property managers and professional cleaning team are providing hotel-style linens as well as amenities for guests.

By entrusting these responsibilities to a professional management company, property owners can benefit from their expertise, experience, and resources while enjoying a more hands-off approach to Airbnb hosting.

 

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Airbnb Property Management Fees

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What Are The Typical Fees For an Airbnb Property Management Company in Australia?

The fees charged by Airbnb management companies can vary slightly depending on several factors, including the specific services offered and the location of the property. Typically, an Airbnb management company charges a percentage of the rental income generated for the property.
Some companies may also have additional on-going monthly costs for certain services.

How much does and Airbnb Management Company Charge?

In Australia, you can expect any professional Airbnb Management company to charge 20-30% of rental revenue. Most companies charge between 20-22%.

Managing an Airbnb property is almost nothing like managing a property for long-term rental, where managers charge around 10%. It’s very hands-on, time consuming and also requires a lot of marketing expertise to make sure your property actually gets good bookings and generates more revenue.

Airbnb Management companies are working 24/7 for guests and securing bookings.

Having a great manager for your holiday rental property can make or break your property revenue!
A great Airbnb management service can be the difference between a property making great revenue or getting a low return. No matter who you chose to manage your property, it’s almost never a good return on investment to simply go for the ‘cheapest option’.

How much more money can I make with a management service?

There’s a lot more to managing a vacation rental property than simply opening for bookings and letting guests roll in!
The short-term rental market is very competitive and without proper marketing, promotion and management it’s very unlikely a property will make much revenue.

For a detailed answer to this question, see our article here about why to use a Management Company for an Airbnb Property.

If you’re working with a high performing vacation property manager, like CrownBNB, then you can expect to earn 30-80% more than you would by self-managing your property. So you essentially make more revenue and you don’t have to do the work – it’s a real win-win!

What are CrownBNB’s Management fees?

CrownBNB is a performance based management company who focuses on quality over quantity. We currently charge 20% of rental revenue for our extensive and comprehensive airbnb management service.

For a free consultation simple enter your property details into our form or you can email direct to hello@crownbnb.com.au

Additional information about Airbnb Management Company Fees

  1. Performance-Based Fees: Some Airbnb management companies offer performance-based fee structures, where the fee percentage may increase or decrease based on the property’s occupancy rate or rental income. This can provide an incentive for the management company to maximize the property’s performance.
  2. Minimum Monthly Fee: In addition to the percentage-based fee, some management companies may charge a minimum monthly fee. This fee ensures that the management company receives a certain amount even if the property’s rental income is low during a particular month.
  3. Additional Services: Apart from the basic management services, some companies offer additional services such as interior design, property maintenance, and concierge services. These extra services may come with separate fees or be bundled into a comprehensive package.
  4. Consultation and Setup Fees: If you’re starting from scratch and require assistance with setting up your property on Airbnb, some management companies may charge a one-time consultation or setup fee. This fee covers services like property evaluation, listing creation, and initial setup of systems and processes.
  5. Contract Duration: The length of the contract can also impact the fee structure. Some management companies offer discounted fees for longer-term contracts, while others may charge higher fees for shorter-term agreements or seasonal properties.

 

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