Real numbers and straight talk for short-term rental hosts. No fluff, no hype — just what you actually need to know.
Full startup cost breakdown by room — furniture, photography, smart home, cleaning kit, and registration. Real ranges, not minimums.
Read the guide →Side-by-side comparison of gross vs. net income for both models. When STR wins, when long-term wins, and how mid-term rentals fit in.
Read the guide →The full math — from gross payout to what hits your bank. Every deduction itemized, and what you can actually control.
Read the guide →The most common errors hosts make before the first guest ever checks in — and how to catch them before they catch you.
Read the guide →Cleaning cost benchmarks by bedroom count, DIY vs. hired math, annual projections at different occupancy levels, and how to find a reliable cleaner.
Read the guide →A real cost and time comparison. When a 25% management fee pays for itself, when it doesn't, and the co-hosting middle path.
Read the guide →The free HostCalc calculator shows net income after Airbnb fees, cleaning, and all your expenses.