Security deposit

Seth20
Level 1
Atlanta, GA

Security deposit

If I add a security deposit for future rentals, does it affect my guests who've already booked my place? 

 

Thanks for your help.  

 

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Clare0
Level 10
Templeton, CA

@Seth20 The Security Deposit will be in force for all reservations made after you added it to your listing.  Keep in mind that Airbnb does not require that guests pay the Security Deposit when they book.  The Security Deposit is only accessed if you need to make a claim for damages caused by a guest during their stay.   Here's how you would file a claim: 

https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/264/what-do-i-do-if-my-guest-breaks-something-in-my-place

 

I hope this helps!

Kirstie
Community Manager
Community Manager
London, United Kingdom

Hi @Seth20,

 

@Clare0 has given you a great answer to your question! As she said, when you add a security deposit it only applies to future bookings.

 

I have moved your post here to a new thread so that it doesn't get lost in another discussion - it will be easier for others to find it here!

 

Happy Hosting!

 

Kirstie