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Below are eight ways you might get more positive reviews for yourAirbnb rental and make more money.

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Airbnb Star Ratings

Airbnb listings are rated by guests on a scale of one to five stars.

This means they see only the most highly rated properties that meet their criteria.

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Cleanliness

This should be self-explanatory, but oftentimes its not.

Is your rental free of clutter, so guests have a place to put their belongings?

Aresheets and towelsclean and free of stains?

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And are there cleaning supplies available in case the guests have to clean up a mess they made?

On the subject of cleanliness, consider whether you want to charge a cleaning fee or not.

A cleaning fee thats too high can lead to poor reviews, which can lead to fewer guests.

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Accuracy

ensure your guests know what to expect when they rent your place.

Beware of subjective words like nearby.

If your home is two miles from the beach, say so.

Check-In

Guests want to check in easily, so be sure that your instructions are clear.

But five-star communication can mean more than this.

Be sure to listen to what potential guests are telling you and communicate based on that information.

These are the kind of communications that let guests know you really care about their vacation.

Amenities

Describe any amenities, both on your property and nearby, accurately.

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