STR booking for others??

[Henry T.]

Hi everybody,

Long time landlord, but new to STR.

I've been getting a few requests lately of Airbnb members wanting to book for their "parents" or for their "kids" who are coming to town visiting. I turn them all down and suggest their interested party  sign up for an account and book themselves. I also require  ID's before check in. Do you get these requests often? How do you handle them?  Thank you.

[Henry T.]

Quote from @Michael Baum:

We have only had one booking and it was the other way around. Their kid booked for the parents and the family. The parents were not tech savvy. The kid was 21 and in college.

I just talked with them on the phone. Spoke with the kid and then the parents and all was good. They were great guests.

Latest one same situ here. no review history either. I realize people gotta start somewhere but going with my gut and declined this one. She already re-applied and said its NOW for herself. Gut says no. Declined again. I could call and talk to her, maybe I'd feel better, but I decided to go bowling today instead. I don't need the money. And don't need any doubts. There's many other STR's she can choose. Thanks Michael and others for your input.