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Don't treat your rental like a hobby - it's a business. Keep reading for tips on how to cashflow every month, two trending markets, and the latest in the STR world.
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July 14th, 2025
Good evening STR Report Community!
In today’s issue, you will find:
📱Today’s Article: 💸Your Airbnb Should Be Paying You Every Month. Is It?
📈 Trending Market Highlight: Seattle, Washington and Macon, Georgia
✉️ STR News: Airbnb to Introduce More Guest-Friendly Cancellation Policies & more
💸 Mortgage Rate Watch
🦉 Unique Airbnb of the Week
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✅ Community Perks: Top-Tier Property Management, Personal Airbnb Investment Finder, and STR Loans & More
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Your Airbnb Should Be Paying You Every Month. Is It?
Owning a short-term rental isn’t just about having a beautiful property on Airbnb- it’s about steady cash flow hitting your bank account every month. Yet far too many hosts are leaving money on the table because they treat their listing like a hobby, not a business.
Here’s the truth:
✅ Your property should cover its costs- and then some.
Mortgage, utilities, cleaning fees, taxes- your rental income should more than offset these expenses. If it’s not, it’s time to dig into your numbers.
✅ Dynamic pricing isn’t optional anymore.
The days of setting one nightly rate and forgetting it are gone. Tools like PriceLabs, Beyond, and Wheelhouse analyze market trends daily to help you maximize your rates without scaring off guests.
✅ Occupancy is only half the story.
A fully booked calendar doesn’t mean you’re profitable if you’re underpricing. High occupancy at low rates drains your revenue potential.
✅ Small improvements can drive big returns.
Photos, decor upgrades, better amenities, and optimized listings often pay for themselves many times over in higher nightly rates and more bookings.
✅ Data is your secret weapon.
Understanding your local market’s seasonality, competition, and guest demand can help you make smarter decisions—and avoid the painful mistakes that keep other hosts stuck in the red.
Don’t settle for a property that almost breaks even. Your Airbnb should be paying you reliably every month, creating freedom and financial security.
Not sure where to start? Run a performance check on your property. Compare your revenue, occupancy, and average nightly rate to market benchmarks. A few strategic tweaks might be all you need to turn your rental into a true cash-flowing asset.
Because you didn’t invest all that time and money just to hope it pays off—you invested so it would.
Make sure your Airbnb is working for you, not the other way around. Need help? Connect with expert property managers who will handle it for you.
Seattle, Washington 🌧️
Downloadable Seattle, Washington Short-Term Rental Market Report
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Average Daily Rate (ADR): $235.78 per night
Occupancy Rate: 63.50%
Annual Revenue Potential: Around $54,701.34 per year
Read our full Seattle, Washington Short-Term Rental Market Report attached above.
Macon, Georgia 🍑
Downloadable Macon, Georgia Short-Term Rental Market Report
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Average Daily Rate (ADR): $203.52 per night
Occupancy Rate: 47.46%
Annual Revenue Potential: Around $35,258.61 per year
Read our full Macon, Georgia Short-Term Rental Market Report attached above.
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🛌 Whimstay opens platform to independent hosts
Last-minute vacation rental booking site Whimstay has expanded its platform to include independent hosts. Independent hosts can now list their properties by linking their existing Airbnb profiles, simplifying the onboarding process.
🛑 Airbnb to Introduce More Guest-Friendly Cancellation Policies
Airbnb guests will welcome these policy changes, for sure. Many hosts, on the other hand, undoubtably will think that Airbnb's policies are once again leaning too heavily against their interests.
🏖️ Travel Chapter acquires Beach Retreats
Beach Retreats, the self-catering holiday brand, has been acquired by Travel Chapter to support its growth and expand its service offering to property owners and guests.
💸Mortgage Rate Watch – July 14th, 2025
Current Mortgage Rates (as of July 14, 2025):
30‑Year Fixed: 6.83% (+0.01%)
15‑Year Fixed: 6.03% (unchanged)
30‑Year Jumbo: 6.90% (unchanged)
30‑Year FHA: 6.37% (+0.02%)
30‑Year VA: 6.39% (+0.02%)
7/6 SOFR ARM: 6.27% (−0.05%)
Market Overview: Mortgage rates edged slightly higher today, hitting their highest level of the week. The 30‑year fixed rate ticked up by +0.01%, while the FHA and VA averages also increased by 0.02%. In contrast, the 7/6 SOFR ARM saw a notable drop of 0.05% amid a softening in MBS prices.
The bond market remains cautious ahead of this week’s CPI release, which could shift investor expectations around Fed rate policy and, consequently, mortgage pricing.
Rate Trends & Forecast:
Short-Term: Expect continued stability with modest daily movements. The upcoming CPI report is likely to be a key driver—if inflation surprises, we could see rightward or leftward shifts depending on results.
Long-Term: The overall trend remains slightly upward, given MBS weakness. Real relief in rates may require sustained inflation cooling or a pivot in Fed policy. Without that, rates will likely hover near current levels, barring major economic surprises.
For real-time mortgage rate updates, visit Mortgage News Daily.
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🏠 Top-Tier Property Management – Lower fees, higher payouts, and premium service. Built for investors who want performance and peace of mind. Act Now: Mention The STR Report by 7/30/25 and get a 6-Month Risk-Free Guarantee.
🔎 Personal Airbnb Investment Finder – Connect with an expert to handpick profitable Airbnb properties that match your criteria. With 213+ successful deals, all cash-flowing, you’re in good hands. Take 15 seconds to fill out the form to see how all of these properties are experiencing at least a 15% Cash-on-Cash return.
🤑 STR Loans & More – Need funding for your next short-term rental? Expect expert guidance, personalized service, and the best possible rates.
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