Is Airbnb Already Dead? The Truth About managing your own property

Airbnb isn’t what it used to be. With rising competition, stricter regulations, and guests demanding hotel-quality experiences, the days of casual “hobby hosting” are over. So where does the real opportunity in hospitality investing lie?

In this episode of The Captain Curt Show, Curt Marker sits down with Evan Rundle, founder of Noviq, to unpack why small-time Airbnb hosts are burning out — and how professional co-hosting, boutique hotels, and commercial real estate offer a smarter path to cash flow and financial freedom.

You’ll learn:

• Why hobby hosting on Airbnb no longer works in today’s market
• The secrets to boosting revenue with dynamic pricing tools like PriceLabs
• How economies of scale in cleaning, amenities, and management give pros the edge
• Why boutique hotels and commercial real estate are beating single Airbnbs on appreciation & NOI
• How seller financing and creative acquisitions unlock bigger deals with less risk
• Real strategies to avoid entrepreneurial burnout and build a business that gives you your time back

Evan also shares the inside scoop on his San Diego boutique hotel development — transforming underperforming properties into high-value, cash-flowing assets.

Whether you’re managing one rental or scaling into commercial real estate, this episode will challenge what you thought you knew about Airbnb and show you where the future of hospitality investing is headed.

👉 Don’t miss this deep dive into the death of hobby hosting and the rise of boutique hotels.

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