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Is Airbnb’s Dynamic Pricing Launch a Step Toward Becoming a Hotel-Like Franchisor?

In addition to dynamic pricing, Airbnb has floated the idea of adding more products and services for hosts, ranging from design services to financing.

An Airbnb host in Kathmandu.
Image: Photo Credit: Airbnb · via Skift

According to Skift, in addition to dynamic pricing, Airbnb has floated the idea of adding more products and services for hosts, ranging from design services to financing.

The soft franchise model might be more appropriate for individual hosts who don't require multi-platform distribution.

This travel story centres on the United States. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Airbnb’s Dynamic Pricing, Step Toward Becoming and Hotel-Like Franchisor.

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United States · Americas
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Skift
First reported
Key names
Airbnb’s Dynamic Pricing, Step Toward Becoming, Hotel-Like Franchisor, Airbnb
Section
Travel

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