What is Airbnb? How does it work? Is it safe? Is it legal to use it in Turkey? How do we rent out houses through Airbnb? How does Airbnb Tax system work? etc. in addition to these questions’ answers, you will find tips for successful homeownership and accommodation. At the end of the article, you have a little surprise too! If you’re ready, let’s get started!

What is Airbnb? How It was founded?

Airbnb, which stands for “Airbed & Breakfast”, is a platform offering home rental services. It is the world’s largest alternative accommodation platform, bringing together those looking for a place to stay for short periods and those looking to rent out their homes. In 2007, when Brian Chesky, Joe Gebbia, and Nate Blecharczyk needed extra money from time to time, they decided to open a website to make money by welcoming people in their homes. Airbnb’s mission, which became corporate in 2008, was to create a more beautiful world where people could travel locally, authentically and sustainably. Even though the main purpose was about creating a platform that provides cheap accommodation to travelers, after 10 years, Airbnb has become a popular platform that is used by not only travelers but many people from all around the world. This adventure that began in San Francisco has reached millions of people today.

Airbnb: How Does It Work?

Before showing each step of how to make reservations, to make sure everyone knows the same amount of information, we must relay every information about the Airbnb’s system.

Airbnb mediates to meet people in the 2 different categories below:

  • People who are looking for short-term rental
  • People who want to rent out their apartments on short-term/temporarily.

It brings both parties together through the house ads they shared. These house ads are listed in 3 main titles according to different criteria.

  • Whole House
  • Private Room
  • Shared Room

Airbnb Whole House: Totally Independent Flat

All the houses, as it can be understood from its name are totally independent. It is like your own house but in a different place. the host gives you the key of the when you first check-in and the number of keys given might change if you’re a group of people who want to get in and get out at different times however this is between you and your host.