Rankings and Revenue Management
STRonomics - A podcast by Bill Faeth & Kenny Bedwell

This episode is Sponsored by MarketMySTR.com the STR Industries #1 marketing platform. In this discussion, the hosts dive into key aspects of revenue management in short-term rentals. They emphasize that improvement in conversion rates is the key to maximizing revenue, needing prioritization over high ranking or as many bookings as possible. To maximize conversions, hosts must focus on competitive pricing, listing optimization, and offering the right amenities. Adjusting the pricing strategy according to the peaks and troughs of market demand is a must. They warn against the 'set it and forget it' approach to STR management, recommending an active approach to revenue and ranking strategies. They also stress the importance of lead time and compering factors such as listings, pricing, and amenities. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:42 Discussion on Revenue Management Rankings 01:37 Understanding the Correlation between Ranking and Revenue 03:21 The Importance of Conversion Rate 03:34 Factors Affecting Conversion Rate 05:13 The Impact of Property Quality and Amenities on Conversion 05:54 Key Terms and Takeaways for New Hosts 06:47 The Role of Pricing, Amenities, and Listing Quality in Conversion 18:29 The Importance of Market Analysis Before Listing 20:02 Understanding Conversion Rates and Revenue Ceilings 22:17 The Need for Constant Evaluation and Improvement 25:34 The Importance of Market Reports in Revenue Management 26:12 Closing Remarks and Ugly Sweater Contest Announcement Watch this podcast each Thursday on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnheh3vx0hT5Y7uHWhBs8kA STR Data Hosts Facebook Page Instagram: Kenny_Bedwell You can find more of Bill online at: Bill Faeth Linktree: https://linktr.ee/bfaeth?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=660cbc9b-4a7e-4ed9-a654-900180b83af1 Build STR Wealth: https://buildstrwealth.com/ Instagram: @BillFaeth73 Tik Tok: @bfaeth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices