🏠 These A-list Celebs Live in a Trailer Park

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Short-term rental owners are starting to cut out the middleman (yes, Airbnb is the middleman). The app's CEO Brian Chesky promised more transparent prices, but property owners and renters would rather just cut the company out of transactions entirely. That way, they can each get more value from every booking.

But of course, hosts and renters need Airbnb to promote/discover properties — or do they? 😉

Airbnb hosts used to be homeowners wanting to make a quick buck off a spare room, but today's platform is full of savvy property managers who are building a presence independent from Airbnb. A few examples include Heirloom, Rent by Owner, and Vacasa.

Create your own Airbnb website with an Oak & Keys template designed for hosts seeking to dazzle guests and establish a memorable brand! 💫🛎️

SPILLING THE (REAL)TEA

Booking an Airbnb stay this spring? Here's a tip: Instead of going straight to the app, visit DeltaAirbnb.com and earn Delta SkyMiles for every dollar you spend on overnight accommodations!

All Mariah Carey (really) wants for Christmas is... real estate. Check out the pop star's impressive portfolio of properties, featured in Architectural Digest.

New fear unlock: Your Airbnb guest won't leave. 😳 In 2020, a Philadelphia host rented his property to a man who then changed all the locks and wouldn't leave.

Need a real estate loan? You might not be able to get one right now. Banks are becoming more and more cautious of lending due to economic uncertainty.

TIP OF THE WEEK

If you own a home (or want to), you probably made that purchase because you didn't want to keep throwing money at rent, or your parents told you that you should, or simply because you wanted to paint the walls without having to answer to a landlord.

But have you thought about how your property plays into your long-term retirement plan? Here are four ways owning a home adds to your investment portfolio.

01 — You'll have an asset. If you own a house and rent it out, you can continue generating income after retirement.

02 — You'll always have a place to call home. You can't get evicted if you own the place!

03 — You'll have a diversified portfolio. Owning property is a nice buffer from economic volatility.

04 — You'll have something to pass down. It's giving generational wealth.

WHAT'S BREWING

📚 What we're reading: Time Magazine's list of the 100 Most Influential People — and of course Jennifer Coolidge graced the the cover. "I just find it baffling, absolutely baffling, that this is happening. But guess what? I really like it," she said.

🎧 What we're listening to: Social media makes it out to be rainbows and butterflies, but there are a lot of unexpected hardships when you invest in property. The Real Estate Rookie podcast pulled back the veil during their "Leaks, Surprise Rehabs, and the Reality of Buying Your First Rental Property" episode.

👀 What we're watching: All of the Coachella fashion moments from this weekend (so far).

🛒 What we're adding to our shopping cart: Psst. The Sephora Savings Event is happening right now. Stock up on your beauty favorites!

LIVE LIKE A CELEB

For most, owning a mansion seems so far out of reach right now — but we never expected to see A-list celebrities scooping up properties in a trailer park. Granted, it's a mobile home neighborhood in Malibu with sweeping views of the Pacific.

Sarah Paulson, Matthew McConaughey, and Stevie Nicks all reportedly own a home at the Paradise Cove Mobile Home Park, where trailers go for upwards of $5 million.

PLANT YOUR VISION

Adding plants to your short-term rental property is like finishing an outfit with your favorite accessories — they always make an unexpected yet major impact on the final look. Whether you’re planning a backyard garden or a patio filled with hanging plants and flower boxes, you’ll want to make sure the flora and fauna match the rest of the property’s aesthetic. You’ll also need to consider things like climate, soil, and how you’ll care for plants when guests check in for an extended stay.

We’ve rounded up five Airbnbs that nailed it in terms of seamlessly incorporating beautiful botanicals into various spaces. From potted, to tropical, to drought-resistant, each plant serves a different purpose.

Potted PlantsEven if your property doesn’t have a massive backyard or front lawn, you can still create an outdoor oasis for your guests. Whether you have a patio, balcony, deck, or even just a corner that gets a lot of sunlight, adding potted plants of various heights and species can bring greenery into an otherwise colorless or underwhelming space. Take for example this Australian Airbnb with a sunroom that makes the entire space feel more open and jungle-like.

Drought-Resistant Succulents Low-maintenance plants are ideal for short-term rental properties — so you aren’t worried about how your flora and fauna will fare during a guest’s extended stay. Agaves and other succulents can create a Cali-dessert vibe, and you can even plant them in white gravel or rocks instead of having to lay mulch or tend to grass, which requires consistent cutting and watering. This Joshua Tree backyard is a perfect example of how you can replace a traditional lawn and all of its upkeep while still including plenty of plants.

Tall Hedges When you’re renting out a property that’s located in a neighborhood, you want to be able to give your guests the feeling of being secluded while also mitigating noise or disturbances for the community. Tall hedges that are HOA-approved can create a barrier between guests and neighbors that will be appreciated all around. This Airbnb in Miami is the epitome of privacy with a huge outdoor kitchen entirely closed off by living walls.

Tropical PalmsIncorporating palm trees and colorful plants like canna and hibiscus in the backyard can make your guests feel like they’re staying at a tropical resort. These gardens are ideal for short-term rental properties in warm locations where it rains often, like Florida. But, it’s possible to plant exotic blooms elsewhere — with a lot more care. The plants will need to be brought indoors during cold fronts, and they’ll also require strategic watering and fertilization in order to survive. These palms lining the perimeter of the pool at an Airbnb in Delray Beach also serve the purpose of creating shade on hot and sunny days.

Water FeaturesPlants are proven to improve moods. So can the calming sound of water trickling from a waterfall into a pond you’ve built in the backyard. If you don’t want to maintain a pool but still want to create interest in an otherwise boring slice of land, a pond can be totally DIYed. Take a few pointers from this pond in the backyard of an Airbnb in the Ozarks that’s outfitted with lily pads that make it look like it’s always been there. If you don’t feel like digging in the dirt, you can also get a similar effect from a stand-alone fountain like this.