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5. Creative Models Changes in technology have made renting out your property a lot easier. One of the most significant developments in this step is the rise of AirBnB. AirBnB is a game-changer. It has created a host of supporting business in what is now a multi- billion dollar market. With AirBnB, you can list your property in less than 30 minutes and have it seen by literally millions of people around the world. You become a host to holidaymakers and business Ikhram is a blogger, property enthusiast and author of The Ultimate Guide to Buying Property. travellers. I have hosted thousands of people from all over the world for 4 years and the experience was wonderful. I had very few bad experiences but besides that, no one had trashed any of the apartments or run off with my smart TV. Many hosts are making fair annual incomes by listing their properties on AirBnB. There are a plethora of sites similar to AirBnB; Agoda, Expedia, and Booking.com are just a few examples. It is important to note that the phenomenal growth rates for AirBnB means that it is a very crowded space now. It is becoming more, and more difficult to maintain good occupancy rates. This is a challenge that some hosts face. PROPERTY360DIGEST 32