How to Pre-Launch Your Airbnb & Get Bookings Before You’re Ready! | The STR Scale Show with Mike Reilly | Ep 05

AIRBNB LISTING NOT READY? GET BOOKINGS ANYWAY! Most hosts wait too long before listing their property—losing out on valuable early bookings. What if you could start earning before your Airbnb is even ready? In this episode, we reveal: ●︎ The 3-step pre-launch strategy to secure bookings ASAP ●︎ Why you DON’T need professional photos to go live ●︎ How to use “Pre-Launch Rates” to fill your calendar early ●︎ Why Airbnb’s algorithm rewards early bookings & reviews ●︎ How to time your launch to hit peak booking windows Think you have to wait until your property is perfect? Think again. 01:04 - Setting Clear Monthly Revenue Goals for STR Success 02:30 - Using Data-Driven Pricing to Hit Your Income Targets 04:15 - The Power of Pre-Launch Marketing for STRs 06:00 - Picking the Right Go-Live Date for Maximum Demand 08:20 - Soft Launch Strategies to Secure 5-Star Reviews Early 10:45 - Leveraging Booking Windows to Fill Your Calendar 12:30 - Creating a Standout Airbnb Listing Without Pro Photos 14:05 - Using Mood Boards to Grab Attention and Drive Clicks 16:20 - Writing High-Converting Marketing Copy for Your Listing 18:00 - Strategic Pricing Tactics to Rank Higher on Airbnb 20:15 - The Secret to Getting Your First Bookings Fast 22:30 - How to Use Friends and Family to Boost Your Listing’s Performance 25:00 - Why Boutique STR Management Is the Future of Hosting 27:40 - Mastering Revenue Management for Long-Term Profitability 30:10 - Final Advice: Take Action and Optimize for Success Get FREE Access to our Community and Weekly Trainings: group.strsecrets.com