Free download · New Host Launch Checklist
Launch your short-term rental without missing a step
Whether you’re going live on Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo, Agoda, or all of them at once, the free New Host Launch Checklist walks you through every part of getting set up — so nothing important slips through the cracks.
- 164 practical checkpoints, in the order you actually need them
- Works across every major platform and direct bookings
- Written from real hosting, not recycled blog advice
From an active Airbnb Superhost and Booking.com Genius Level 3 host.
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Starting out comes with a hundred small questions
You’ve got the space. Maybe you’ve even taken the photos. Then the questions start:
- How do I write house rules guests follow?
- What should my check-in message say?
- Am I pricing too low?
- What if I get a double booking?
- Which platform should I list on?
- How do I handle a bad review?
- What do I do before the first guest arrives?
Most advice online is either vague motivation or buried in a 40-minute video. The New Host Launch Checklist is the opposite — a clear, ordered list of everything that actually matters, so you can set up properly the first time.
What’s inside
Everything that matters, in the order you need it
164 practical checkpoints across 10 sections — from prepping the space to landing your first booking. No fluff, just the steps that get a listing live and guest-ready.
- 01
Property prep & essentials
What every guest-ready space needs before it goes live.
- 02
Listing setup & optimization
Title, photos, description, and amenities that earn clicks and bookings.
- 03
Pricing & availability
Set a smart starting price and calendar without guessing.
- 04
Guest communication
The messages to have ready before your first inquiry lands.
- 05
Check-in & access
Clear arrival instructions that cut down on confused guests.
- 06
House rules & policies
Rules that protect your place without scaring guests off.
- 07
Cleaning & turnover
A repeatable reset so every guest walks into a spotless space.
- 08
Safety & compliance
The essentials, plus a reminder to check your local rules.
- 09
Tools & automation
Simple systems that save hours once you’re up and running.
- 10
Launch day & beyond
Go live, get your first bookings, and start earning reviews.
Done-for-you templates
Want the templates done for you?
The checklist tells you what to do. These templates do the heavy lifting — copy, customize, and launch in an afternoon. Every one is built from real hosting across six platforms.
Guest Experience Pack
$47
Everything guests judge you on, ready to use. The three guest-facing systems in one pack.
- Guest message templates for every stage
- Check-in guide template
- House rules template
Property Operations Pack
$47
Keep the behind-the-scenes running smoothly — your turnover and double-booking insurance.
- Cleaning & turnover checklist
- Maintenance checklist
- Booking tracker spreadsheet
Or pick exactly what you need
Ready-to-send templates for inquiries, booking, check-in, and follow-up.
Get itA clear, fillable arrival guide your guests will actually read.
Get itFirm, friendly rules that protect your place and set expectations.
Get itA room-by-room turnover reset so nothing gets missed.
Get itCatch small issues before they become guest complaints.
Get itTrack stays, payouts, and dates across every platform in one sheet.
Get itInstant download. Yours to keep and customize for your property and platforms.
Why Rental Host Kit
Built by a host, not a marketing team
Rental Host Kit comes from Emi — an active host running a one-bedroom listing across Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo, Agoda, and Trip.com, with Superhost and Booking.com Genius Level 3 status earned the normal way: one guest at a time. Every checklist and template here started as something used in a real listing. If it didn’t work in practice, it didn’t make the cut.
A quick honest note: hosting isn’t passive income or a get-rich-quick path — it’s a real business with real guests. The goal here is to give you the practical systems to do it well, without the overwhelm.
Questions hosts ask
Is the checklist really free?
Yes. Add your email and it lands in your inbox right away. No payment, no catch — just practical help and the occasional hosting tip you can unsubscribe from anytime.
I haven’t listed my place yet. Is this for me?
Definitely. The checklist is built for brand-new and aspiring hosts. It starts from the very beginning, so you’ll know exactly what to set up before you go live.
Which platforms does it cover?
All the major ones — Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo, Agoda, Expedia, Trip.com, and direct bookings. The steps and templates are platform-aware but not locked to any single one.
Do I need special software?
No. Everything works with a basic listing and free tools to start. Where a paid tool genuinely helps, we’ll tell you honestly — and why.
Are the paid templates editable?
Yes. Every template is made to copy, paste, and customize for your property, your voice, and your rules.
How do I actually get the free checklist?
Add your email in the form near the top of this page and it’s sent straight away.
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Rental Host Kit provides general educational information and templates for short-term rental hosts. Platform rules (Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo, Agoda, Expedia, Trip.com) and local short-term rental laws vary by location and change over time — always confirm the current rules and regulations that apply to your property. We don’t guarantee any specific income, occupancy, ranking, or review results.
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