EP: 1261•23 Feb 2023

Airbnb Profit Potential Test: Which Properties Make the Best Short-Term Rentals? | Ep. 1261

About this episode

In this episode, we are once again joined by Lexia Marshall from Hassle Free Airbnb to discuss which properties make the best Airbnbs in Christchurch.

Here, Lexia shares which properties make the most money as Airbnbs, and which properties should never become Airbnbs.

This includes a few dealbreakers that show when a property should never become an Airbnb.

Want to know what your investment property could earn? Use our rental yield calculator to forecast your property's potential income.

Ok, now for the legal bit:

The Property Academy Podcast is for your general information. It’s not financial advice.

So the hosts aren’t telling you what to do with your own money. We’ve made every effort to make sure the information is accurate. But we occasionally get the odd fact wrong.

Make sure you do your own research or talk to a financial adviser before making any investment decisions.

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Airbnb Profit Potential Test: Which Properties Make the Best Short-Term Rentals? | Ep. 1261

About this episode

Can House Prices Really Keep Doubling Every 10 Years

New vs Old House Which Makes More Money

What REALLY Happens In A Rental Inspection [In The Field Friday]

BREAKING $197 A Week Back In Landlords’ Pockets From This Tax Change