Hosting a property on Airbnb is no longer a simple process as customers can be finicky, ideal pricing can change quickly, markets can become flooded, and earnings can be challenging to track. However, the platform is attempting to simplify matters by introducing the Co-Host Network, which allows hosts to hire other hosts to manage properties. Property owners can search the network for other hosts to assist with setting up listings, selecting prices, cleaning, maintenance, and guest management. These hired hosts must be highly rated and local, with Airbnb requiring a rating of at least 4.8 and a minimum of ten hosted stays. The company has onboarded over 10,000 hosts in countries like Australia, Brazil, France, Mexico, and the US. While this could be beneficial for hosts needing assistance, there are concerns that it may be used by large real estate entities, potentially exacerbating issues of neighborhoods becoming ghost towns. Despite this, the Co-Host Network offers an opportunity for individuals to earn extra income. Airbnb has also introduced other features such as checking similar listings in an area, a new welcome tour for first-time users, updated search filters, local payment options, discounts on EV chargers for hosts, and the ability for guests to access smart lock codes through the app.
