So, here are the terms and details:

 

Airbnb will be used as a vacation rental platform. It is an excellent platform for listing the property.

 

Airbnb offers: 

 

Vetting process for potential renters.

A security deposit.

An insurance policy. (Property protection and liability)

The ability to block off your own dates for personal use.

 

There will be a $275 - $375 set up fee that covers: 

 Travel. 

 Staging and picture taking

 Online listing setup. 

 Contents inventory. 

 Inventory of home condition. 

 Initial marketing.

 

23 - 27% commission retained from new revenue. Covers all management of property including:

 

Set up and coordination with cleaning and maintenance personnel.

Correspondence with renters during booking, check-in, check-out and all inquiries throughout the rental process.

Travel expenses.

Marketing. 

 

The only costs not covered would be required maintenance. I.e. Mowing, plowing and disrepair that may arise.