How to Complete Your Property Listing
Your property listing is automatically created when you become a host. Complete the required information to make it visible to guests.
📋 Important Note
When you become a host, your listing is automatically created. The property title is generated from your location and city. You just need to fill in the required fields in Settings to make your listing visible.
Access Your Admin Settings
After becoming a host, access your admin dashboard:
- Log in to your TrueBookings account
- Navigate to your admin dashboard
- Click on the "Settings" tab in the navigation
- You'll see multiple sub-tabs: Basic Info, Pricing, Amenities, Policies, Photos, and Payment Setup
Complete Basic Information
Fill out the essential property details in the "Basic Info" tab:
- Property Type: Select from house, apartment, cabin, villa, room, etc.
- Country: Select the country where your property is located
- Street Address: Enter the full street address (required)
- City: Enter the city name (required - this is used with location to generate your property title)
- Postal Code: Enter the postal code
- Property Description: Write a compelling description highlighting unique features (required)
- Maximum Adults, Children, Infants, Pets: Set capacity limits
- Bedrooms, Beds, Bathrooms: Specify the exact count
- Property Area: Enter square footage or square meters
- Year Built & Last Renovated: Add property age information
- Check-in & Check-out Times: Set your preferred times
- Instant Bookable: Choose if your property allows instant booking (all bookings are automatically confirmed when payment is successful)
- Self Check-in: Indicate if self check-in is available
Upload Photos
Add high-quality photos in the "Photos" tab:
- Hero Photo: Upload your best exterior shot or most impressive interior view (required)
- Gallery Photos: Upload at least 3 additional photos showing different areas of your property
- Photo Quality: Use high-resolution images with good lighting
- Photo Order: Arrange photos to showcase your property's best features
Set Your Pricing
Configure your pricing in the "Pricing" tab:
- Currency: Select your preferred currency (USD, EUR, SEK, etc.)
- Base Nightly Rate: Set your standard nightly rate (required)
- Weekly Rate: Optional - set discounted rate for 7+ night stays
- Monthly Rate: Optional - set discounted rate for 28+ night stays
- VAT/Tax Status: Enable if you're registered for VAT in your country
- Service Fee: TrueBookings automatically adds a service fee: 5% in Sweden, 8% outside Sweden
Add Amenities
Select available amenities in the "Amenities" tab:
- Check all amenities that apply: WiFi, Air Conditioning, Heating, Kitchen, Washer, Dryer, Pool, Hot Tub, Gym, Elevator, Parking, and more
- Select accessibility features if applicable
- Indicate if parties are allowed or if the property is child-friendly
Set Policies
Configure your booking policies in the "Policies" tab:
- Cancellation Policy: Choose from flexible, moderate, or strict policies
- Minimum Stay: Set minimum night requirements
- House Rules: Add any specific rules for guests
Connect Stripe for Payments
Complete payment setup in the "Payment Setup" tab:
- Stripe Connect: Click to connect your Stripe Express account
- Complete Onboarding: Follow Stripe's verification process
- Required for Bookings: Your listing won't receive bookings until Stripe is connected
- Receive Payments: Once connected, you'll receive payouts directly to your bank account
✅ Required Fields Checklist
Your listing becomes visible once you complete: Property Type, Country, Street Address, City, Property Description, Hero Photo, at least 3 Gallery Photos, Base Nightly Rate, and Stripe connection.