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The Business of Home-Sharing: Boon or Bane?

Derek Young, Co-Author, The Home Stay Guide

21-Dec-18 09:30

The Business of Home-Sharing: Boon or Bane?

Derek Young and Gabriela Domicelj fell into home-sharing by accident - but have managed to build a thriving business, both as hosts and also consultants. They recently published a book, The Home Stay Guide, providing practical advice to prospective hosts. Derek shares his thoughts on the business potential of home-sharing and the broader benefits of the gig economy. 

For those of you who would like to learn more from Derek and Gabriela, you can purchase The Home Stay Guide here


Presented by: Shazana Mokhtar


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Categories:  Property

Tags:  gig economyshort-term rentalhousing shortageAirBnB





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