Paid platforms often offer additional features like market analytics, off-market property leads, and filters for investor-specific criteria, giving them a leg up over free options.Exactly, most platforms have to offset cost somewhere because of how expensive it is to keep the data up to date.

I don't want to violate any of the self-promotion rules on this thread by specifically linking or name-dropping, but it's from a data analytics platform I am working on specifically built for tracking construction, debt, and ownership activity in the Philadelphia region.I will be posting more detailed insights soon. 

We are both analytical and enjoy working with numbers.  

My professional background is data science / analytics, which means analyzing cash flows will probably come more naturally than building relationships, which apparently, is how one finds deals worth making.Are there meetups in these areas I should attend (digitally at first, presumably)? 

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. 

Google Data Analytics gig??

The advanced analytics and insights AI can provide are invaluable, offering us data-driven guidance and uncovering trends that might otherwise go unnoticed.

I have rental data, analytics, and entire market analysis in Reno, NV.

Quote from @Bradley Buxton: @Tove FoxI can share data and analytics with you in the northern Nevada market.

Use your superior knowledge, experience and analytical ability to spot something in a property being offered for sale that everyone else has missed.