I don't even have a home, so I rent out my Airbnb.
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Book Introduction
Investment techniques that allow you to start with a small capital and start making profits right away
The author, who had been living a life completely unrelated to the tourism industry, discovered Airbnb while looking for a way to make money.
I started my career as a researcher at a large corporation, but I couldn't save money due to various expenses such as student loans, rent, and living expenses, so I had no choice but to think about financial investment.
However, most investment methods have the disadvantage of requiring a lot of seed money or being slow to realize profits.
However, since Airbnb hosts can start with a small amount of capital and generate income right away, I was naturally interested.
The number of foreign tourists visiting our country has reportedly recovered to the level of 2019, just before the COVID-19 pandemic.
2019 was also the year with the largest number of foreigners visiting Korea ever.
Meanwhile, the influence of K-pop and K-culture has grown, so more and more tourists will visit Korea in the future.
However, the severe shortage of accommodations compared to the tourism industry is pointed out as a problem.
In such cases, shared accommodation can be a good alternative.
This is a great opportunity for those considering becoming an Airbnb host.
People often hesitate to start a guesthouse because they think they need to own their own home.
But even if it's not your own home and you don't have a spare room, you can still host on Airbnb by renting someone else's home.
The author also opened a place like that, started accepting guests through Airbnb, and succeeded in making money by earning extra income that exceeded his monthly salary.
It was a stable investment method that anyone could try with just a little capital and will, and the more effort they put in, the greater the returns.
However, there are people who get swept up in the atmosphere and rashly try to become Airbnb hosts, only to make a quick profit and then quit when the new accommodation benefits disappear.
If you open a lodging facility without conducting market research and run it without a specific plan, you will quickly run into limitations.
Based on his own experience and knowledge, the author has compiled the information essential for Airbnb hosts.
The author, who had been living a life completely unrelated to the tourism industry, discovered Airbnb while looking for a way to make money.
I started my career as a researcher at a large corporation, but I couldn't save money due to various expenses such as student loans, rent, and living expenses, so I had no choice but to think about financial investment.
However, most investment methods have the disadvantage of requiring a lot of seed money or being slow to realize profits.
However, since Airbnb hosts can start with a small amount of capital and generate income right away, I was naturally interested.
The number of foreign tourists visiting our country has reportedly recovered to the level of 2019, just before the COVID-19 pandemic.
2019 was also the year with the largest number of foreigners visiting Korea ever.
Meanwhile, the influence of K-pop and K-culture has grown, so more and more tourists will visit Korea in the future.
However, the severe shortage of accommodations compared to the tourism industry is pointed out as a problem.
In such cases, shared accommodation can be a good alternative.
This is a great opportunity for those considering becoming an Airbnb host.
People often hesitate to start a guesthouse because they think they need to own their own home.
But even if it's not your own home and you don't have a spare room, you can still host on Airbnb by renting someone else's home.
The author also opened a place like that, started accepting guests through Airbnb, and succeeded in making money by earning extra income that exceeded his monthly salary.
It was a stable investment method that anyone could try with just a little capital and will, and the more effort they put in, the greater the returns.
However, there are people who get swept up in the atmosphere and rashly try to become Airbnb hosts, only to make a quick profit and then quit when the new accommodation benefits disappear.
If you open a lodging facility without conducting market research and run it without a specific plan, you will quickly run into limitations.
Based on his own experience and knowledge, the author has compiled the information essential for Airbnb hosts.
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index
Prologue: How I Became an Airbnb Host
Chapter 1: What is Airbnb and how can it change my life?
What kind of service is Airbnb?
How Airbnb Started
How does Airbnb work?
Chapter 2 Host Real Story
People who have difficulty securing start-up capital
Case 1: Utilizing Empty Rooms (Dream Tree's Modern House)
Case 2: Semi-basement is also possible (Lee House in Mulmangcho)
Case 3: A mother's monthly rent savings (Anna House in Gwanak-gu)
Fresh graduates and guesthouse entrepreneurs
Case 4: Earning Rent and Making Foreign Friends (Yuna's Women's House)
Case 5: Meeting the World at Home (A Garden House Like My Home)
Case 6: A cafe and guesthouse at the same time (a coffee house in Myeongdong)
dual-jobbers
Case 7: Perfect for self-employed individuals (Gongdeok's Friendly House)
Case 8: Escape the Anxiety of Contract Work (Dora House in Gangseo)
Case 9: Enjoyable even with just 4 hours of sleep (Juicy House in Busan)
Active Seniors and Overseas Immigrants
Case 10: Getting sick in old age costs a lot of money (Zumma House in Bucheon)
Case 11: A Wife Who Suffered from Depression Changes (Jason's House in Sangam)
Case 12 I am a Korean host in Bangkok (Sean's Condominium in Thailand)
Chapter 3 What You Need to Know Before Starting Hosting
Between legal and illegal
Relevant laws and regulations for hosting
Foreign tourist city lodging business｜Rural lodging business｜Shared lodging business
Is my home legally eligible for Airbnb listing?
Chapter 4: Establishing a Startup Plan
10 Questions and Answers About Airbnb Hosting
Selecting a hosting region
Finding a guest house
Calculating the rate of return
Chapter 5: Registering as a Foreign Tourist Homestay Business and Rural Homestay Business
Things to prepare before applying for registration
Preparing for a Foreign Tourist Homestay Permit｜Preparing for a Rural Homestay Permit
Registration application procedures and methods
Registration Procedures for Foreign Tourist Homestay Businesses in Urban Areas｜Registration Procedures for Rural Homestay Businesses
Obtaining a business registration certificate
Business Registration for Foreign Tourist Homestays in Urban Areas｜Business Registration for Rural Homestays
Chapter 6 Checklist before opening a property
Bedroom Checklist
Living Room Checklist
Kitchen, Toilet, and Bathroom Checklist
Creating a Check-in Guide
Chapter 7 Promoting Your Accommodation
How to get your property listed at the top
Rate updates | Photo updates | Airbnb professional photography service | Ratings and reviews | New listings and hosts | Fast response times and response rates, high booking fulfillment rates | Instant booking | Views and wishlists | Smart pricing | Strategically reflect top exposure
social media marketing
Experiences that enhance brand value
Airbnb Experience Host Standards | What You Need to Know Before Listing Your Services and Experiences
Chapter 8 Services for Competitive Accommodation Operations
Register your accommodation legally with 'Wehome'
Airbnb partner, Mr. Mansion
Community of hosts
Chapter 9: Solving Tax Problems
Taxes, how much should I pay?
VAT on foreign tourist homestays
Foreign tourist city homestay business comprehensive income tax payment
Key Tax-Related Q&A
Chapter 10 Other Accommodation Operation Platforms
Registering on accommodation platforms other than Airbnb
Booking.com
Agoda
Trip.com
Epilogue: Killing Two Birds
Chapter 1: What is Airbnb and how can it change my life?
What kind of service is Airbnb?
How Airbnb Started
How does Airbnb work?
Chapter 2 Host Real Story
People who have difficulty securing start-up capital
Case 1: Utilizing Empty Rooms (Dream Tree's Modern House)
Case 2: Semi-basement is also possible (Lee House in Mulmangcho)
Case 3: A mother's monthly rent savings (Anna House in Gwanak-gu)
Fresh graduates and guesthouse entrepreneurs
Case 4: Earning Rent and Making Foreign Friends (Yuna's Women's House)
Case 5: Meeting the World at Home (A Garden House Like My Home)
Case 6: A cafe and guesthouse at the same time (a coffee house in Myeongdong)
dual-jobbers
Case 7: Perfect for self-employed individuals (Gongdeok's Friendly House)
Case 8: Escape the Anxiety of Contract Work (Dora House in Gangseo)
Case 9: Enjoyable even with just 4 hours of sleep (Juicy House in Busan)
Active Seniors and Overseas Immigrants
Case 10: Getting sick in old age costs a lot of money (Zumma House in Bucheon)
Case 11: A Wife Who Suffered from Depression Changes (Jason's House in Sangam)
Case 12 I am a Korean host in Bangkok (Sean's Condominium in Thailand)
Chapter 3 What You Need to Know Before Starting Hosting
Between legal and illegal
Relevant laws and regulations for hosting
Foreign tourist city lodging business｜Rural lodging business｜Shared lodging business
Is my home legally eligible for Airbnb listing?
Chapter 4: Establishing a Startup Plan
10 Questions and Answers About Airbnb Hosting
Selecting a hosting region
Finding a guest house
Calculating the rate of return
Chapter 5: Registering as a Foreign Tourist Homestay Business and Rural Homestay Business
Things to prepare before applying for registration
Preparing for a Foreign Tourist Homestay Permit｜Preparing for a Rural Homestay Permit
Registration application procedures and methods
Registration Procedures for Foreign Tourist Homestay Businesses in Urban Areas｜Registration Procedures for Rural Homestay Businesses
Obtaining a business registration certificate
Business Registration for Foreign Tourist Homestays in Urban Areas｜Business Registration for Rural Homestays
Chapter 6 Checklist before opening a property
Bedroom Checklist
Living Room Checklist
Kitchen, Toilet, and Bathroom Checklist
Creating a Check-in Guide
Chapter 7 Promoting Your Accommodation
How to get your property listed at the top
Rate updates | Photo updates | Airbnb professional photography service | Ratings and reviews | New listings and hosts | Fast response times and response rates, high booking fulfillment rates | Instant booking | Views and wishlists | Smart pricing | Strategically reflect top exposure
social media marketing
Experiences that enhance brand value
Airbnb Experience Host Standards | What You Need to Know Before Listing Your Services and Experiences
Chapter 8 Services for Competitive Accommodation Operations
Register your accommodation legally with 'Wehome'
Airbnb partner, Mr. Mansion
Community of hosts
Chapter 9: Solving Tax Problems
Taxes, how much should I pay?
VAT on foreign tourist homestays
Foreign tourist city homestay business comprehensive income tax payment
Key Tax-Related Q&A
Chapter 10 Other Accommodation Operation Platforms
Registering on accommodation platforms other than Airbnb
Booking.com
Agoda
Trip.com
Epilogue: Killing Two Birds
Into the book
As of 2025, Airbnb has grown to host over 2 billion guest stays, with over 5 million hosts offering over 8 million accommodations in over 220 countries.
The cumulative total revenue of hosts is said to be approximately 300 billion dollars.
--- p.26
One thing many people overlook when starting out as a host is profitability.
Some hosts start guesthouses without considering the surrounding reservation situation and profitability, and end up not only not making a profit, but actually running a deficit.
Starting a business as an Airbnb host is also a business, so you should always be aware of the three-dimensional information and consider the profitability.
--- p.153
When you open a property on Airbnb, you must upload at least 20 photos of your property.
Uploading photos of your property along with photos of the bathroom, kitchen, view outside the window, and amenities (detergent, bathroom supplies, towels, etc.) will help your property get better exposure.
More useful photos are those taken of convenience stores, pharmacies, hospitals, parks, etc. around the accommodation.
These photos can help increase booking rates by indirectly showing guests that the property is safe.
So, it would be nice to occasionally update with a photo or two taken while walking around the accommodation.
Additionally, if you group photos by space and manage them as a 'Photo Tour' in the 'Listing Editor', the Airbnb system will determine that the content is organized, which can help increase your exposure index.
--- p.204~205
Airbnb, which has achieved explosive growth since its founding, has focused on providing travelers with rich travel experiences through the opportunity to "live like a local" for many years.
In 2016, we also launched an experience-oriented travel service.
After a brief lull due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Airbnb began recruiting Experience hosts again in mid-2024.
--- p.224
Mr. Mention has started to establish itself as a long-term accommodation platform by popularizing the 'one-month stay' culture.
It was selected as the first Busan Tourism Star Company, and proved its competitiveness by winning the Demo Day of the 'Tourism Company Link Week' jointly hosted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Tourism Organization, by presenting an idea for revitalizing a declining population area.
In 2024, it was designated as an ICT regulatory sandbox pilot company, allowing it to provide legal shared accommodation services to both Koreans and foreigners, just like Wehome.
Recently, we have become the first domestic OTA platform to sign an MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) with global company Airbnb, and are now working together as an official partner.
The cumulative total revenue of hosts is said to be approximately 300 billion dollars.
--- p.26
One thing many people overlook when starting out as a host is profitability.
Some hosts start guesthouses without considering the surrounding reservation situation and profitability, and end up not only not making a profit, but actually running a deficit.
Starting a business as an Airbnb host is also a business, so you should always be aware of the three-dimensional information and consider the profitability.
--- p.153
When you open a property on Airbnb, you must upload at least 20 photos of your property.
Uploading photos of your property along with photos of the bathroom, kitchen, view outside the window, and amenities (detergent, bathroom supplies, towels, etc.) will help your property get better exposure.
More useful photos are those taken of convenience stores, pharmacies, hospitals, parks, etc. around the accommodation.
These photos can help increase booking rates by indirectly showing guests that the property is safe.
So, it would be nice to occasionally update with a photo or two taken while walking around the accommodation.
Additionally, if you group photos by space and manage them as a 'Photo Tour' in the 'Listing Editor', the Airbnb system will determine that the content is organized, which can help increase your exposure index.
--- p.204~205
Airbnb, which has achieved explosive growth since its founding, has focused on providing travelers with rich travel experiences through the opportunity to "live like a local" for many years.
In 2016, we also launched an experience-oriented travel service.
After a brief lull due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Airbnb began recruiting Experience hosts again in mid-2024.
--- p.224
Mr. Mention has started to establish itself as a long-term accommodation platform by popularizing the 'one-month stay' culture.
It was selected as the first Busan Tourism Star Company, and proved its competitiveness by winning the Demo Day of the 'Tourism Company Link Week' jointly hosted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Tourism Organization, by presenting an idea for revitalizing a declining population area.
In 2024, it was designated as an ICT regulatory sandbox pilot company, allowing it to provide legal shared accommodation services to both Koreans and foreigners, just like Wehome.
Recently, we have become the first domestic OTA platform to sign an MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) with global company Airbnb, and are now working together as an official partner.
--- p.243
Publisher's Review
Everything you need to know to get started with Airbnb
This book begins with a basic explanation of how Airbnb, the global shared accommodation platform, came into being and how it operates.
And the vivid experiences of those who have successfully become Airbnb hosts, such as entrepreneurs who lacked capital, young adults desperate for financial independence, office workers looking for a second job, middle-aged people who wanted to save for retirement, and immigrants who left the country after early retirement, are shared in the form of personal essays.
By indirectly experiencing the diverse and exciting case studies of hosts with different circumstances, you can develop operational plans and predict profitability to reduce trial and error.
Next, we will explain the laws and regulations you must know before starting a shared accommodation business, as well as the criteria for selecting a hosting area, how to find accommodation, and specific profit calculation methods.
It explains step-by-step how to register as a foreign tourist city homestay business operator and rural homestay business operator.
It is also very useful to have a checklist divided into bedrooms, living room, kitchen, and bathrooms to review before opening a property.
Additionally, if you create a check-in guide to help guests find and use your accommodation without any difficulties, you will see a significant reduction in inquiries. This guide details each step of the process.
The section that explains how to promote your accommodation, which is directly linked to your profits, is particularly noteworthy.
For new hosts who have just joined the Airbnb site, it is crucial to get your listing listed at the top, and the author has compiled all the know-how he knows, including both official and unofficial methods.
It also provides easy-to-understand explanations of the conditions and methods for operating experiences and services that sometimes generate more revenue than the cost of accommodation.
In addition, it contains all the necessary information for operating a shared accommodation, such as how to legally accept domestic guests through platforms such as 'Wehome' and 'Mr. Mansion', information on communities where hosts can gather to network and exchange experiences and knowledge, tax issues that are difficult to figure out on your own but essential to know, and global travel platforms that are great to use with Airbnb.
A revised version that adds legal methods for operating shared accommodations.
In the revised edition of "I Get Rent Through Airbnb Without Even Having a Home," we've upgraded the way you expose your property to the current times while also adding ways to increase your own brand value.
In particular, it is noteworthy that the method for registering shared accommodations with Wehome and Mister Mansion as special accommodations is specifically outlined to enable legal and stable operation of accommodations.
It is virtually illegal to operate a shared accommodation business targeting foreigners in rural areas or places other than Hanok.
But there is a way to operate legally.
This is done by registering your accommodation on a government-approved platform for legal shared accommodation for both Koreans and foreigners, such as Wehome or Mister Mansion, and applying for a permit.
The method of enabling accommodation for both domestic and foreign guests using the empirical special system that provides limited deregulation will be of great help to those who have been curious about the means and scope of legal accommodation operations.
Airbnb co-founder and CEO Brian Chesky says he had this thought while working at the company before starting Airbnb.
'Why can't I run a business like everyone else?' Then, renting out rooms to others to reduce the burden of high monthly rent expanded into a business idea.
Of course, the beginning wasn't so easy.
I even heard sarcastic remarks like, “Who would sleep in a stranger’s house, and who would give their home to someone they barely know?”
But the result was the birth of the world's largest shared accommodation platform.
Compared to this, it is very easy to start a shared accommodation business when the platform is already in place.
Running anything, no matter how small, is no easy task, but if there's one thing that's highly unlikely to fail no matter who tries, it's being an Airbnb host.
It offers a new outlet for retirees and job seekers, a solid side hustle for office workers seeking a second job, opportunities and experiences for cash-strapped entrepreneurs, and the freedom of digital nomads to break free from time constraints.
And for those who dream such diverse dreams, all the knowledge contained in this book will serve as an alternative and a stepping stone.
This book begins with a basic explanation of how Airbnb, the global shared accommodation platform, came into being and how it operates.
And the vivid experiences of those who have successfully become Airbnb hosts, such as entrepreneurs who lacked capital, young adults desperate for financial independence, office workers looking for a second job, middle-aged people who wanted to save for retirement, and immigrants who left the country after early retirement, are shared in the form of personal essays.
By indirectly experiencing the diverse and exciting case studies of hosts with different circumstances, you can develop operational plans and predict profitability to reduce trial and error.
Next, we will explain the laws and regulations you must know before starting a shared accommodation business, as well as the criteria for selecting a hosting area, how to find accommodation, and specific profit calculation methods.
It explains step-by-step how to register as a foreign tourist city homestay business operator and rural homestay business operator.
It is also very useful to have a checklist divided into bedrooms, living room, kitchen, and bathrooms to review before opening a property.
Additionally, if you create a check-in guide to help guests find and use your accommodation without any difficulties, you will see a significant reduction in inquiries. This guide details each step of the process.
The section that explains how to promote your accommodation, which is directly linked to your profits, is particularly noteworthy.
For new hosts who have just joined the Airbnb site, it is crucial to get your listing listed at the top, and the author has compiled all the know-how he knows, including both official and unofficial methods.
It also provides easy-to-understand explanations of the conditions and methods for operating experiences and services that sometimes generate more revenue than the cost of accommodation.
In addition, it contains all the necessary information for operating a shared accommodation, such as how to legally accept domestic guests through platforms such as 'Wehome' and 'Mr. Mansion', information on communities where hosts can gather to network and exchange experiences and knowledge, tax issues that are difficult to figure out on your own but essential to know, and global travel platforms that are great to use with Airbnb.
A revised version that adds legal methods for operating shared accommodations.
In the revised edition of "I Get Rent Through Airbnb Without Even Having a Home," we've upgraded the way you expose your property to the current times while also adding ways to increase your own brand value.
In particular, it is noteworthy that the method for registering shared accommodations with Wehome and Mister Mansion as special accommodations is specifically outlined to enable legal and stable operation of accommodations.
It is virtually illegal to operate a shared accommodation business targeting foreigners in rural areas or places other than Hanok.
But there is a way to operate legally.
This is done by registering your accommodation on a government-approved platform for legal shared accommodation for both Koreans and foreigners, such as Wehome or Mister Mansion, and applying for a permit.
The method of enabling accommodation for both domestic and foreign guests using the empirical special system that provides limited deregulation will be of great help to those who have been curious about the means and scope of legal accommodation operations.
Airbnb co-founder and CEO Brian Chesky says he had this thought while working at the company before starting Airbnb.
'Why can't I run a business like everyone else?' Then, renting out rooms to others to reduce the burden of high monthly rent expanded into a business idea.
Of course, the beginning wasn't so easy.
I even heard sarcastic remarks like, “Who would sleep in a stranger’s house, and who would give their home to someone they barely know?”
But the result was the birth of the world's largest shared accommodation platform.
Compared to this, it is very easy to start a shared accommodation business when the platform is already in place.
Running anything, no matter how small, is no easy task, but if there's one thing that's highly unlikely to fail no matter who tries, it's being an Airbnb host.
It offers a new outlet for retirees and job seekers, a solid side hustle for office workers seeking a second job, opportunities and experiences for cash-strapped entrepreneurs, and the freedom of digital nomads to break free from time constraints.
And for those who dream such diverse dreams, all the knowledge contained in this book will serve as an alternative and a stepping stone.
GOODS SPECIFICS
- Date of issue: October 30, 2025
- Page count, weight, size: 320 pages | 482g | 152*225*16mm
- ISBN13: 9791157747832
- ISBN10: 1157747833
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