In Australia, the Melbourne based AirbnbHandsfree is setting the pace in weaning property owners from the old rental service to the new renting service through Airbnb. The Company acts like an agent or property managers for both the owner and as the consultant and host for the tenant. They connect the tenants and the property owner and manage the property including the exchanging of keys at a commission of 13% on the rent. Ben Korman, is the founder of AirbnbHandsfree and he had this to say, “This new way of renting out homes has become the fastest growing and most rewarding in a long list of new businesses that have become available because of the growth and improvement of the internet. The impact this mode of renting is having on the rental market is huge. We started in Melbourne a while back and our experience says that soon, the traditional real estate market is in big trouble. The thing is, people looking for a rental home for the long-term are going to find it hard to find one in the prime areas of cities as these are in high demand for Airbnb rental.”
In providing property management services, AirbnbHandsfree offer Airbnb cleaning service in Gold Coast area. The cost of the cleaning service is extra, meaning it is charged separately from the commission of 13%. However, this can be worked into the Airbnb rental change to be covered by the tenant as a cleaning fee. AirbnbHandsfree also take care of the stocking and restocking of essentials and are available 24-hours to assist the guests in case of any emergency or any other need.
Continued Ben Korman, “At first, people were apprehensive when the idea of sharing their homes with multiple guests throughout the year or when they were away or even just giving up a part of their home for the Arbnb experience while they used the rest. Soon though, the idea caught on and now more people are taking the Airbnb option over the traditional renting method. With the exponential growth of the airbnb method of sharing homes, our business has grown and expanded out of Melbourne to include other cities like Brisbane and the greater God Coast area.”
When people first approach AirbnbHandsfree for a listing of their property, they start on an exciting journey of learning the ins and outs of the new business model. First, the company sends a team to assess the property and hold a consultation with the owner. They check to see what needs to be changed, that the home is free of the owner’s personal effects except the bare necessities. Next, they will give guidance in Airbnb styling in Brisbane or any other city in Australia. Once the styling is done and the home is ready, the Company then prepares a beautiful profile with highly professional photographs that are ready for SEO ranking on the website. After the listing, the company will manage the guest communication from advertising to billing, take care and maintain the property on behalf of their client.
About AirbnbHandsfree
The AirbnbHandsfree Company is based in Melbourne, Australia, offering homeowners the chance to maximize their income through the Airbnb experience. Homes are safe in the hands of AirbnbHandsfree.