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How to Choose Your First Short-Term Rental Investment

March 28, 2025

Jamie Lane
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Jamie Lane

ARTICLE SUMMARY

Your first short-term rental property can set the tone for your entire investing journey. Here’s how to choose your first Airbnb property with real potential—backed by data, not guesswork.

Jamie Lane

Jamie Lane

AirDNA Chief Economist

He is responsible for data analysis, thought leadership, and leveraging advanced analytical techniques to provide new insights into short-term rental market trends. Native to Atlanta and an Airbnb host himself, Jamie enjoys cycling, mountain biking, backpacking, running, and playing in a dart league in his free time.