Thinking about starting an Airbnb business but still have a bunch of questions?

You’re not alone. From dealing with difficult guests to finding the right property and getting a landlord to say yes, there’s a lot to understand before getting started.

In this episode of Airbnb Orange Cup Q&A, Mike answers 10 questions that beginners commonly ask about Airbnb Arbitrage and corporate rentals. Some are about getting started, while others focus on managing properties, working with landlords, and running the business remotely.

One of the first questions is about difficult guests and property damage.

Mike explains the difference between traditional vacation rentals and his corporate rental approach. Instead of focusing primarily on vacationers, his strategy targets traveling professionals such as nurses, doctors, engineers, patients, and military personnel.

But no matter who stays in the property, proper guest screening, clear house rules, regular cleaning, and a reliable process for handling maintenance and damage are important. Airbnb also offers AirCover for Hosts, although protection is subject to its terms, conditions, and exclusions.

Another popular question is whether you need a team to manage an Airbnb property.

Mike discusses how automation can help organize guest communication, cleaning schedules, and daily property operations. While some responsibilities can be automated, having dependable cleaners and local service providers remains important, especially when managing properties remotely.

Then comes one of the biggest questions beginners have: How do you get a landlord to agree to Airbnb Arbitrage?

Mike emphasizes the importance of presenting the business professionally. Instead of simply asking to list someone’s house on Airbnb, he recommends explaining the corporate rental model, the type of guests you intend to welcome, and how the property will be maintained.

Landlord permission should be clearly documented, and the arrangement must comply with the lease and applicable local rules.

The conversation also covers whether you need to operate Airbnb in your own city.

According to Mike, you don’t necessarily have to live near the property you’re managing. Remote operations are possible when you have the right systems, reliable local cleaners, maintenance support, and clear communication procedures.

That brings up another important point: choosing the right location.

Mike explains why looking at an entire city isn’t enough. A city may have several neighborhoods with completely different characteristics, guest needs, and local requirements.

That’s why he encourages researching specific ZIP codes rather than selecting a property simply because it’s in a well-known destination.

He also shares his personal experience with Airbnb and how he became interested in the rental model before eventually developing his coaching business.

Throughout the conversation, one message keeps coming up: starting Airbnb Arbitrage requires more than finding an available property.

You need to understand how to communicate with landlords, evaluate locations, prepare properties, manage guests, coordinate cleaning, and respond when something unexpected happens.

For people who already have full-time careers, Mike also discusses how automation and team support can help organize those responsibilities. The business still requires oversight, but a structured process can make ongoing management more organized.

Toward the end of the video, Mike shares some of the locations he personally likes, including Nashville, Tennessee, and Scottsdale, Arizona. He also explains why the specific neighborhood and property matter more than simply choosing a popular city.

At 360 BNB Solutions, our coaching, services, and team help students learn about property research, landlord communication, corporate rentals, guest management, automation, and the processes involved in operating Airbnb properties.

Whether you’re completely new to Airbnb Arbitrage or already exploring potential properties, these are useful questions to understand before moving forward.

Watch the full Orange Cup Q&A video below as Mike answers all 10 questions and shares his experience with Airbnb Arbitrage and corporate rentals.

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