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Vrbo Shifts to Flat 12% Host Fee to Match Airbnb
Expedia Group's Vrbo will implement a flat 12% commission for hosts and property managers starting October 29. The move significantly raises host costs from existing 5% to 8% rates while reportedly preparing to reduce traveler service fees.
Key Takeaways
- 1Vrbo introduces a flat 12% host fee starting October 29, eliminating lower tiered rates
- 2PMS-connected managers face commission hikes from 5% to 12%, impacting over half of listings
- 3Guest service fees, currently 11-14%, are expected to decrease to stay competitive with Airbnb
Source: Skift
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