Im an investor, agent and airbnb host in Phoenix metro.

There are a few things to consider as a host to improve the listing and maximizing revenue.

VRBO host "service" is closed.

For example, if you check Airbnb's (the company) online reviews whether BBB or the app store, you'll see it's low and that's because a bunch of guests who don't get refunds or hosts who are mad are leaving reviews.Maybe a better question: how to vet a title company?

I am skeptical that these properties are ones that I would want to buy and bet that there are a whole host of reasons why they are 1% rule properties. 

The R2R community is great and they offer tons of educational videos and regularly host webinars with their network of lenders, tax strategists, developers, etc.

While Palm Springs does have an established STR market, the city runs a tight ship and imposes strict regulations and fees on hosts.

I have worked as a Co-Host on Airbnb and yes I know, cohosting and property management are two different things.

I co-host a women’s online investing group for REIA and enjoy talking to people starting out. 

Keep leaning into that...befriend the hosts and add value however you can!