Thanks For Visiting

Airbnb Superhosts Annette Grant & Sarah Karakaian
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Get actionable advice and the essential fundamentals of running a profitable 5-star Airbnb side-hustle or full on business. Annette’s extensive background in business operations and Sarah’s experience in high-end hospitality management and interior design make them a powerhouse duo that will deliver high impact content. With almost a decade of combined hosting experience they will not only share their own stories welcoming thousands of guests from around the world but also those of other Superhosts to deliver you a wide array of stories, insights, and profitable and creative ideas to make your listing rise to the top. Whether you’re experienced, new, or nervous to start your own Airbnb this podcast promises to be informative, fun, and from the heart.

  1. 1D AGO

    534. Hosting Hotline: Why We’re Sunsetting the Hotline and What Comes Next

    This Hosting Hotline episode looks a little different. Instead of answering a listener question, Sarah and Annette are pulling back the curtain on a big decision: sunsetting the Hosting Hotline format and refocusing their time, energy, and creativity on deeper ways to support hosts. In this episode, they share the real reasons behind the shift, what they’ve learned from years of Hotline questions, and why “less but better” has become a guiding principle for both Thanks for Visiting and their own hosting businesses. You’ll hear: Why quick answers were no longer serving hosts at the level they deserveWhat the Hosting Hotline taught Sarah and Annette about real hosting challengesHow context, data, and deeper strategy lead to better resultsWhy sunsetting something good can be the right move for long-term growthWhat comes next for hosts who want to go deeper with Thanks for Visiting This isn’t the end of support. It’s a commitment to better support. Resources mentioned: Thanks for Visiting YouTube Channel: In-depth visual breakdowns, strategy sessions, and hosting education Thanks for Visiting Bootcamp: Join the waitlist! Mentioned in this episode: Working hard but not making the money you should? Join us for our live Priced & Profitable Bootcamp. Working hard but not making the money you should? Join us for our live Priced & Profitable Bootcamp. Working hard but not making the money you should? Join us for our live Priced & Profitable Bootcamp.

    22 min

  2. 6D AGO

    533. How AI Is Changing the Way Guests Find and Book Your Short Term Rental

    AI is no longer a future concept for hosts. It is already shaping how guests search, discover, and choose where to stay. In this episode, Sarah and Annette sit down with AI strategist Rick Mulready to break down what hosts actually need to understand about AI right now and how it impacts visibility, bookings, and direct booking websites. From generative engine optimization to answering guest search questions inside AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini, this conversation goes beyond buzzwords and into real, practical applications. You will learn how AI is changing search behavior, why traditional SEO alone is no longer enough, and how hosts can start positioning their listings and websites to show up where guests are already looking. Rick also shares how AI can save hosts time, simplify decision making, and help you run your short term rental like a real business without losing the human touch that great hospitality requires. If you want to stay competitive, increase visibility, and future proof your hosting business, this is an episode you do not want to miss. Resources mentioned: Rick Mulready’s AI Playbook community Rick Mulready’s YouTube channel on AI for business Mentioned in this episode: Working hard but not making the money you should? Join us for our live Priced & Profitable Bootcamp. Working hard but not making the money you should? Join us for our live Priced & Profitable Bootcamp. Working hard but not making the money you should? Join us for our live Priced & Profitable Bootcamp.

    1h 2m

  3. JAN 13

    532. Hosting Hotline: Does Renaming Airbnb Photos Actually Improve SEO?

    Should you rename your Airbnb listing photos with SEO keywords before uploading them? In this Hosting Hotline episode, Sarah and Annette break down when photo naming actually matters and when it doesn’t. They explain how Airbnb and other OTAs interpret image data, why guest search behavior matters more than marketing adjectives, and how intentional photo naming can support long-term visibility and accessibility across platforms. This isn’t a shortcut or hack—but it is a smart, low-effort optimization that compounds over time. If you’re serious about aligning your listing with how guests search, and helping platforms better understand what you truly offer, this episode is for you. Resources mentioned: Subscribe to the Thanks for Visiting Youtube Channel! Thanks for Visiting Bootcamp: Join the waitlist! Mentioned in this episode: Working hard but not making the money you should? Join us for our live Priced & Profitable Bootcamp. Working hard but not making the money you should? Join us for our live Priced & Profitable Bootcamp. Working hard but not making the money you should? Join us for our live Priced & Profitable Bootcamp.

    14 min

  4. JAN 8

    531. Where to Splurge and Where to Save When Furnishing a Short-Term Rental

    Furnishing a short-term rental can feel overwhelming and expensive, especially when you’re trying to stand out in a competitive market. In this episode, we break down exactly where hosts should splurge and where they can save when furnishing their properties. After furnishing dozens of short-term rentals and helping hosts across the country do the same, we’ve seen the same costly mistakes over and over again: overspending on things guests don’t care about and cutting corners on the things they absolutely do. We walk through the specific items that have the biggest impact on guest experience, reviews, and repeat bookings—from beds and seating to cookware, rugs, and design moments. Plus the areas where you can save without sacrificing quality. We also share our favorite insider strategy for getting access to high-quality brands at host-only pricing, even when you’re “splurging.” If you’re furnishing a new short-term rental or upgrading an existing one, this episode will help you spend smarter and design with intention. Resources mentioned: Thanks for Visiting Bootcamp: Join the waitlist! Minoan: a no-cost, all-in-one purchasing platform for hosts, designers, and property managers. They offer insider discounts on 150+ top brands and the ability to track all of your orders, deliveries, invoices, and receipts in one streamlined view.

    25 min

  5. JAN 6

    530. Hosting Hotline: Should You Adjust Airbnb Fees in PriceLabs or Airbnb?

    Airbnb’s host fee changes have left many hosts wondering where, and how, to make adjustments without breaking their pricing strategy. In this Hosting Hotline episode, Sarah and Annette answer a question from Jenna Louise about whether management fee changes should be handled inside PriceLabs or directly through Airbnb or a PMS. They walk through why your base rate must remain stable, why there’s no universal percentage that recaptures Airbnb’s new host fee, and what hosts should be tracking right now as platforms continue to evolve. If you’re trying to protect your margins without chasing hacks or distorting your data, this episode will help you make smarter, more controlled decisions. Resources mentioned: Thanks for Visiting Priced & Profitable Bootcamp

    12 min

  6. JAN 1

    529. The Top Short-Term Rental Hosting Lessons of 2025: Pricing, Profit & Strategy

    What do the most-downloaded Thanks for Visiting episodes of 2025 have in common? They weren’t about shortcuts or trends. They were about pricing, revenue, and running a smarter hosting business. In this episode, Sarah and Annette break down the top-performing episodes of 2025 and what they reveal about how hosts are thinking differently. From pricing strategy and upgrades to insurance, taxes, cancellation policies, and direct bookings, a clear pattern emerged: hosts want clarity, confidence, and better decision-making backed by data. If you’re heading into the next year focused on profitability and long-term growth, this episode highlights the conversations worth revisiting and why they matter. What we covered: What the most downloaded episodes of 2025 reveal about today’s hostsWhy pricing and revenue strategy continue to be top prioritiesHow hosts are shifting away from vanity metrics toward profitabilityThe role of upgrades, insurance, and cancellation policies in protecting marginsWhy AI, listing titles, and direct bookings are no longer optionalHow these lessons shaped the creation of Strategic Host coaching Resources mentioned: Thanks for Visiting Bootcamp: Join the waitlist

    36 min

  7. 12/30/2025

    528. Hosting Hotline: Choosing Your Lane—Revenue, Experience, or Both?

    This week on the Hosting Hotline, Vanessa brings a highly unique scenario: an off-grid cabin by the river and a big decision to make: stay fully off grid or add water to potentially increase demand. Rather than treating this as a technical upgrade question, Sarah and Annette zoom out to what really matters: your goals, your values, and the kind of hosting business you actually want to build. In this episode, we cover: Why not every hosting decision is about maximizing revenueHow your “why” should drive every investment you makeThe difference between designing an experience and chasing demandWhy having expenses is part of being a business ownerHow to use data without letting it override your valuesWhen narrowing your guest profile is a strategic choice—not a mistakeWhat it means to go all in on your version of hospitality This episode is a reminder that success in hosting isn’t about copying others. It’s about choosing your lane and committing to it with confidence. Resources mentioned: Thanks for Visiting Bootcamp: Join the waitlist Hipcamp

    17 min

  8. 12/25/2025

    527. The Real Risks of Using AI in Your Short-Term Rental Business

    AI is everywhere—and short-term rental hosts are using it more than ever. But where does AI actually help, and where can it quietly create risk? This week, Sarah and Annette are joined by attorney Scott Brown to break down what hosts need to understand before relying on AI in their business, especially when it comes to legal agreements, contracts, and compliance. In this episode, we cover: How AI is being used in STR businesses todayWhere AI saves time and where it can create serious problemsWhy using AI to draft contracts is riskyReal-world examples of AI “hallucinations” in legal workWhat AI tools can help with safelyThe importance of editing and human oversightWhen transparency around AI use mattersWhy professional advisors still matter in an AI-driven world AI isn’t going away, but understanding its limits is critical if you want to protect your business, your properties, and your income. Resources Mentioned: Scott Brown, Attorney Thanks for Visiting Priced & Profitable Bootcamp

    46 min
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Get actionable advice and the essential fundamentals of running a profitable 5-star Airbnb side-hustle or full on business. Annette’s extensive background in business operations and Sarah’s experience in high-end hospitality management and interior design make them a powerhouse duo that will deliver high impact content. With almost a decade of combined hosting experience they will not only share their own stories welcoming thousands of guests from around the world but also those of other Superhosts to deliver you a wide array of stories, insights, and profitable and creative ideas to make your listing rise to the top. Whether you’re experienced, new, or nervous to start your own Airbnb this podcast promises to be informative, fun, and from the heart.

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  • Creator
    Airbnb Superhosts Annette Grant & Sarah Karakaian
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    554
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    Clean
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    © Copyright 2026 Airbnb Superhosts Annette Grant & Sarah Karakaian
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