Taking the Risk Out of Direct Bookings for your STR with Andrew Schorr

Direct Booking Success Podcast

Are you ready to take control of your short-term rental business and reduce your reliance on online travel agencies? Many hosts dream of increasing their direct bookings but feel apprehensive about the potential risks involved. In this episode, we explore how to successfully transition away from platforms like Airbnb while mitigating common concerns.

Join me as I sit down with Andrew Schorr, a key player in bringing Hospitable's innovative direct booking product to market. Andrew's journey in hospitality began in 2008 with a hotel concierge company in Beijing, and now he's at the forefront of revolutionizing direct bookings for vacation rental hosts.

The best damage protection is damage prevention. - Andrew Schorr

Here's what you'll discover in this value-packed discussion:

• Uncover the four major concerns hosts face when transitioning to direct bookings and how to overcome them
• Learn about cutting-edge guest vetting processes that ensure your property's safety and your peace of mind
• Explore how to shield yourself from fraudulent chargebacks and protect your income stream
• Understand the complexities of tax management for short-term rentals and how to simplify this process
• Gain insights into $5 million damage protection policies that safeguard your property

About Andrew Schorr

Andrew Schorr is a seasoned professional in the hospitality industry, known for founding a hotel concierge company in Beijing and later joining Hospitable in 2022. With a strong background in navigating the challenges of transitioning from reliance on online travel agents to embracing direct booking strategies, Andrew brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the table. His insights into mitigating risks associated with direct bookings and optimizing the guest journey offer valuable guidance for property managers and vacation rental hosts aiming to enhance their revenue through direct channels. Andrew's practical expertise and understanding of the industry dynamics position him as a reliable source for actionable strategies to achieve direct booking success.

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The key moments on this episode are:

00:00:00 Introduction to Direct Booking Success Podcast

00:02:50 Andrew Shore's Journey in Hospitality

00:06:38 Common Fears and Misconceptions about Direct Bookings

00:13:09 Chargeback Protection and Guest Vetting

00:17:25 Damage Protection and Tax Management

00:22:46 Additional Features and Future Plans

00:26:38 Closing Remarks and Summit Information

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Show notes are available at: https://directbookingsuccess.com/podcast/

JOIN ME FOR A FREE LIVE MASTERCLASS ON SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

In this hour long masterclass, I’ll be teaching you the 4 Steps to More Bookings.

Here’s what you’ll learn on this FREE Live Training:

• Why expanding your guest base is crucial for scaling your vacation rental business
• The secrets to not only capturing their interest but also gathering the crucial details that turn curious visitors into booked guests
• How to craft compelling campaigns that resonate with new guests and drive them to book with you
• The essential tool and templates that will streamline your marketing and supercharge your success

Save your spot now and don’t forget to share this event with your STR friends: https://bookdirectpro.com/nextmasterclass

Direct Booking Success is back for 2024 and this year has gotten even BETTER!

In this 3-day FREE virtual and global summit, you’ll learn how to stop relying on OTAs like Airbnb and make more money with more control. Learn how to increase your direct bookings from industry experts and your fellow property managers.

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