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  • Making Tax Digital Explained with Helen Scurr from Maple Tree Tax and Accounting
    2026/05/01

    Welcome to The Confident Host Podcast with me, Kay Gibbs. In each episode, I’ll be diving into the world of holiday letting, providing you with tips and tricks from my own experiences and that of the hundreds of clients I have worked with, as well as bringing in expert guests to share their wisdom with you. Together, we'll optimise your holiday let, grow your bookings and make sure you love your business. Holiday letting can be a lonely sport; it doesn't have to be anymore.


    This week I welcome back Helen Scurr from Maple Tree Tax and Accounting Services as we explain everything you need to know about Making Tax Digital, giving you a full breakdown of what you need to do, when you need to do it and certainly allaying any fears about the change.


    You can find Helen here: https://www.mapletreeservices.com


    Use the code KAY5 and you will receive a 5% discount off your first year of normal tax work with Helen (and I will receive a commission too, because I think she's bloomin' brilliant!).


    Learn more about Confident Host Circle, my membership group for hosts like you, here www.kaygibbs.com/confidenthost


    KAY’S LINKS:


    Website: https://www.kaygibbs.com/


    Facebook: https://facebook.com/kaygibbsmentor


    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaygibbs_holidayletcoach


    Edit and Graphics by Josh @ Knew Kid Media -


    Website: www.knewkidmedia.com


    Instagram: @knewkidmedia

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    32 分
  • My most stressful month as a holiday let host & what it taught me
    2026/04/17

    Welcome to The Confident Host Podcast with me, Kay Gibbs. In each episode, I’ll be diving into the world of holiday letting, providing you with tips and tricks from my own experiences and that of the hundreds of clients I have worked with, as well as bringing in expert guests to share their wisdom with you. Together, we'll optimise your holiday let, grow your bookings and make sure you love your business. Holiday letting can be a lonely sport; it doesn't have to be anymore.

    This week, I take you through the most stressful month i've had as a host across many years and many listings, how you can avoid the errors I made and unpacking what it taught me about holiday letting.


    Sign up to Confident Host Circle here: https://www.kaygibbs.com/confidenthost


    KAY’S LINKS:


    Website: https://www.kaygibbs.com


    Facebook: https://facebook.com/kaygibbsmentor


    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaygibbs_holidayletcoach


    Edit and Graphics by Josh @ Knew Kid Media -


    Website: https://www.knewkidmedia.com


    Instagram: @knewkidmedia

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    11 分
  • 10 reasons why Facebook could be your best booking tool
    2026/04/03

    Welcome to The Confident Host Podcast with me, Kay Gibbs. In each episode, I’ll be diving into the world of holiday letting, providing you with tips and tricks from my own experiences and that of the hundreds of clients I have worked with, as well as bringing in expert guests to share their wisdom with you. Together, we'll optimise your holiday let, grow your bookings and make sure you love your business.


    Holiday letting can be a lonely sport; it doesn't have to be anymore.


    In this episode, I'm talking all about Facebook, and giving you 10 reasons why it could be your best booking tool.


    Sign up to Facebook Fix here: https://www.kaygibbs.com/facebookfix


    KAY’S LINKS:


    Website: https://www.kaygibbs.com


    Facebook: https://facebook.com/kaygibbsmentor


    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaygibbs_holidayletcoach



    Edit and Graphics by Josh @ Knew Kid Media -


    Website: https://www.knewkidmedia.com


    Instagram: @knewkidmedia

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    14 分
  • Do you need to worry about Airbnb’s new simplified 15.5% host fee?
    2026/03/27

    Welcome to The Confident Host Podcast with me, Kay Gibbs. In each episode, I’ll be diving into the world of holiday letting, providing you with tips and tricks from my own experiences and that of the hundreds of clients I have worked with, as well as bringing in expert guests to share their wisdom with you. Together, we'll optimise your holiday let, grow your bookings and make sure you love your business.


    Holiday letting can be a lonely sport; it doesn't have to be anymore.


    In this emergency bonus episode taken from my recent Facebook live stream, I'll be addressing everyones concerns regarding Airbnb's new simplified service fees following their recent email, from what they really mean, tax thresholds, Making Tax Digital, Rent a Room, and what you need to do now to get ready for them.



    Learn more about Facebook Fix: ⁠⁠https://www.kaygibbs.com/facebookfix



    KAY’S LINKS:


    Website: ⁠https://www.kaygibbs.com⁠


    Facebook: ⁠https://facebook.com/kaygibbsmentor⁠


    Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/kaygibbs_holidayletcoach⁠



    Edit and Graphics by Josh @ Knew Kid Media -


    Website: ⁠https://www.knewkidmedia.com⁠


    Instagram: ⁠@knewkidmedia

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    22 分
  • Sustainability: Don't just walk the walk, talk the talk
    2026/03/13

    Welcome to The Confident Host Podcast with me, Kay Gibbs. In each episode, I’ll be diving into the world of holiday letting, providing you with tips and tricks from my own experiences and that of the hundreds of clients I have worked with, as well as bringing in expert guests to share their wisdom with you. Together, we'll optimise your holiday let, grow your bookings and make sure you love your business. Holiday letting can be a lonely sport; it doesn't have to be anymore.In this episode, we talk about sustainability, why it matters, what we can do in terms of large scale builds, small changes, or guest experience, and how it can impact positively not only on your conscience, but on your pocket too.Learn more about Confident Host Circle, my membership group for hosts like you: here https://www.kaygibbs.com/confidenthostKAY’S LINKS:Website: https://www.kaygibbs.comFacebook: https://facebook.com/kaygibbsmentorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaygibbs_holidayletcoachEdit and Graphics by Josh @ Knew Kid Media -Website: https://www.knewkidmedia.comInstagram: @knewkidmedia

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    15 分
  • Holiday Let Photographer Si Ranshaw Spills The Tea
    2026/02/27

    Welcome to The Confident Host Podcast with me, Kay Gibbs. In each episode, I’ll be diving into the world of holiday letting, providing you with tips and tricks from my own experiences and that of the hundreds of clients I have worked with, as well as bringing in expert guests to share their wisdom with you. Together, we'll optimise your holiday let, grow your bookings and make sure you love your business.

    Holiday letting can be a lonely sport; it doesn't have to be anymore.

    This week I'm joined by holiday let photographer extraordinaire Si Ranshaw, as he shares some vital advice on how to make the most of your photos, top tips you can action straight away and the importance of a professional photographer.

    Learn more about Confident Host Circle, my membership group for hosts like you, here https://www.kaygibbs.com/confidenthost

    SI'S LINKS:

    Website: https://www.siranshaw.com/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siranshawphoto/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SiRanshawPhotography

    KAY’S LINKS:

    Website: https://www.kaygibbs.com/

    Facebook: https://facebook.com/kaygibbsmentor

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaygibbs_holidayletcoach


    Edit and Graphics by Josh @ Knew Kid Media -

    Website: https://www.knewkidmedia.com/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knewkidmedia/

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    26 分
  • 7 lessons I've learned that I wish I knew at the start
    2026/02/13

    Welcome to The Confident Host Podcast with me, Kay Gibbs. In each episode, I’ll be diving into the world of holiday letting, providing you with tips and tricks from my own experiences and that of the hundreds of clients I have worked with, as well as bringing in expert guests to share their wisdom with you. Together, we'll optimise your holiday let, grow your bookings and make sure you love your business.

    Holiday letting can be a lonely sport; it doesn't have to be anymore.

    In this episode, I go through 7 vital lessons I've learned in my time as a host, what I wish I knew at the beginning and give you actionable tips for both new hosts and established pros alike!


    Learn more about Confident Host Circle, my membership group for hosts like you, here ⁠www.kaygibbs.com/confidenthost⁠



    KAY’S LINKS:


    Website: ⁠www.kaygibbs.com⁠


    Facebook: ⁠https://facebook.com/kaygibbsmentor⁠


    Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/kaygibbs_holidayletcoach⁠


    Edit and Graphics by Josh @ Knew Kid Media:


    Website: ⁠www.knewkidmedia.com⁠


    Instagram: ⁠@knewkidmedia⁠


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    15 分
  • Eco Host Joanne (Our Place in Portland) Spills The Tea
    2026/01/30

    Welcome to The Confident Host Podcast with me, Kay Gibbs. In each episode, I’ll be diving into the world of holiday letting, providing you with tips and tricks from my own experiences and that of the hundreds of clients I have worked with, as well as bringing in expert guests to share their wisdom with you. Together, we'll optimise your holiday let, grow your bookings and make sure you love your business.

    Holiday letting can be a lonely sport; it doesn't have to be anymore.This week I'm joined by the lovely Joanne from 'Our Place In Portland', who is an award winning eco host, and is here to share some top tips on how to make your holiday let more sustainable for the the environment, benefitting you and your guests & consequentially, increasing your reviews and bookings.


    Learn more about Confident Host Circle, my membership group for hosts like you, here www.kaygibbs.com/confidenthost



    WILD ENGLAND - Use code KAYGIBBS30 for 30% off all products with no minimum order: https://wildengland.uk



    JO'S LINKS:


    Website: www.ourplaceinportland.co.uk


    Instagram and Facebook: @ourplaceinportland

    KAY’S LINKS:

    Website: www.kaygibbs.com

    Facebook: https://facebook.com/kaygibbsmentor

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaygibbs_holidayletcoach

    Edit and Graphics by Josh @ Knew Kid Media:

    Website: www.knewkidmedia.com

    Instagram: @knewkidmedia


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    29 分