You also have to be super detail-oriented, focused on continuous improvement regarding the property and guest experience, very in-touch with what it's like to be a guest at the property (and a cleaner of it as well), and focused on technological tools and opportunities. 

Having before & after pictures is a string tool when dealing with HMLs and real estate agents to gain business. 

Use tools like:Airbnb Analytics: Monitor impressions, clicks, and overall CTR.IntelliHost: Analyze your listing for category placement and CTR improvements.RankBreeze: Track your listing's performance and ranking changes.You can also A/B test your photos by rotating lead images or running Meta Ads (Facebook/Instagram) or Google Ads to measure which photo drives the most engagement.The Airbnb algorithm is continuously evolving and every host should pay attention as new features are rolled out. 

I believe Pricelabs is offering a pricing strategy and market analysis info more in line with hotels, and that might be a good tool for you to look at.

BiggerPockets is working on tools for exactly this! 

Pull out a spreadsheet and go through the tools everyone mentions to run some comparables and take note of photos, amenities. 

Platforms like Zillow, Realtor.com, or even tools provided by BiggerPockets can help.

I haven't hit it hard yet this year,  trying my hand at pre-foreclosures.I don't use a CRM, I'm hand writing letters and reaching out according to a criteria I dictated.  

Be sure to check out the free tools BP provides to help analyze deals you may have and also market insights.

Hi Lenders, currently in the market for a cash flow management tool to help organize payoffs and broker commissions to get a better understanding of how many more loans I can fund on a given month.