More Customization in the Booking Process

[Charles-and-Hillary0]

Hey everyone, I'm a new host in NYC (4th guest just checked in). 

Currently I have my listing set to Instant Book because I personally prefer it as a guest and I think it currently sets my listing apart from others in the neighborhood. However, I feel like more customization is needed in the parameters Airbnb gives you (as a host). 

Currently the most intensive vetting you can do is:

1) Gov ID provided

2) Host in good standing

I saw this video on YouTube and the guest Instant Booked and destroyed his place. I think if Airbnb would allow you to say "Only accept guests if they have greater than five 4 stars or above reviews + Gov ID. I just think it's currently a little vague and probably a little too loose. 

[David126]

Most of my Guests on IB would not qualify, very few have had 5 prior bookings.

I do have my listings set up that I need to approve it the request is within 3 days.

All the things he mentions have also been mentioned on here, he was given false information about the 3 free cancellations, used to be the case, no more.

Sounds like he is listing a property and not there, very high risk, and when this sort of thing happens there is very little protection.

[Charles-and-Hillary0]

Yeah, I'm currently renting out the common space in my NYC apartment (sleeper sofa). SO I'm not attracting the party crowd. So far just nice respectful couples. Just wish I could have a little more customization.

[David126]

You can post in Host Voice, not sure any of the suggestions there have ever had a response.