Category: Homestay

Halt Memory Loss Hosting Homestays

Of course, having extra income is a return for the sacrifice of homestay hosting. Of course, you come away with a sense of pride in a job well done as a shared housing professional. But what ‘unintended consequences’ can be enjoyed for truly wining and dining your guests? If you’re our age, it’s avoiding dementia. […]

Homeshare with Traveling Pros or Visiting Scholars – Airbnb Allstars

There’s no question that being picky about who you entrust with your homeshare property pays off. Our screening process for house-sitters and room rental arrangements, whether through Airbnb, Furnished Finder or SabbaticalHomes.com, finds us in good company with traveling professionals and scholars. We’ve had guests from both India and Russia getting certified to practice medicine. […]

Remembering the Old-School Housing Share (pre-Airbnb)

A friend of mine who’s worked for Amtrak for decades started a side hustle in Chicago in the 90’s that gave some people the creeps. There was no such thing as Airbnb until 2008. “You’re letting people stay in your house?!” they’d ask incredulously. But I couldn’t be picky. As a hotel concierge, I never […]