EP: 2437•14 May 2026

The Costly Airbnb Secret Most Investors Miss⎟Ep. 2437

About this episode

Thinking about turning your property into an Airbnb… but no idea what it actually costs?

In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the real cost of setting up a short-term rental – from big-ticket items like beds and appliances to the small details most people forget. The numbers might surprise you.

You’ll learn:

How much does it cost to fully furnish an Airbnb
The must-have items in every room (and where you can save vs where to spend)
The hidden costs – including a 15%+ fee that eats into your revenue

Main idea? Airbnb can boost your income… but only if the numbers stack up.

Want to become a successful property investor? Opes+ is your one place to run numbers on all your investment properties.” Check out the new app here.

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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Want to become a successful property investor? Opes+ is your one place to run numbers on all your investment properties.” Check out the new app here.
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Want to become a successful property investor? Opes+ is your one place to run numbers on all your investment properties.” Check out the new app here.
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Want to become a successful property investor? Opes+ is your one place to run numbers on all your investment properties.” Check out the new app here.
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The Costly Airbnb Secret Most Investors Miss⎟Ep. 2437

About this episode

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