I bought a $15,000 property to turn into an off-the-grid Airbnb 6 years ago. Now it rents for $1,250 per night — and it's done so well that I just quit my job.

Jan 9 2023 by Business Insider

 
Hillary Flur and her business partner, Malek Alqadi.

Courtesy of Hillary Flur

Hillary Flur, 31, is the owner of an off-the-grid Airbnb in Joshua Tree, California. Flur started as an Airbnb host 10 years ago, when she listed her apartment to afford rent. Now, Flur has an investor, new properties on the way, and quit her job to do Airbnb full-time.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Hillary Flur, 31, an Airbnb owner in Joshua Tree, California. It has been edited for length...

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