Tips to Prepare my Primary Residence for AirBnb Guests?

[Jillyan MacMorris]

I own and live in a 1B/1B condo near a cute, thriving suburb of Chicago. I travel a lot, live minimally, and I am strongly considering offering my personal residence on AirBnb whenever I am out of town. Does anyone else do this? What are some tips you'd give a newbie for preparing their personal home (with all my belongings) for guests?

[James Alderman]

I would say jump in and learn as you go! I slowly started offering my personal residence on Airbnb before eventually turning it into a full-time short term rental. I did not de-personalize at first, though I did store away a few important items.

Just be clear in the description that it is set up as your personal home. If you set up your place using this link, I can provide tips and suggestions on your listing as you get started: https://www.airbnb.com/r/james...

I would buy new sheets, pillows, and towels. Deep clean and all that obviously. Are you able to install a smart lock so that guests can access the condo when you're away?