Unlocked by Matt Landau

We're in between seasons of Unlocked, which means something new must be brewing! In this episode, Matt shares details about his new business creative community Here Goes Nothin. You can sign up at www.heregoesnothin.com and learn more about the upcoming retreat at www.heregoesnothin.com/costarica.

This episode features Pamela Quinn, the Chief Experience Officer at LakeDays.Rentals. Pamela and Matt talk about purpose and vision, and how to align your team with them. They talk about how to get things done and the role of creativity in the process. This episode is brought to you in partnership with OwnerRez, www.ownerrez.com, a property management software that covers small homeowners and large PMs alike. If you would like to join Matt, and over 1200 of the most creative Vacation Rental operators in the world, head over to community.vrmb.com.

This episode features Dixie Taylor, Director of Operations at Current Tides Vacation Rentals in Alabama. This episode discusses the significant leap Dixie took when she left her old "gig". The episode emphasizes recognizing when to step into the unknown, into something new ... This episode is brought to you in partnership with OwnerRez, www.ownerrez.com, a property management software that covers small homeowners and large PMs alike. If you would like to join Matt, and over 1200 of the most creative Vacation Rental operators in the world, head over to community.vrmb.com.

This episode features Paul Waldschmidt, the co-founder and CEO of OwnerRez, a property management software that serves both small homeowners and large property managers. OwnerRez is also the sponsor of this season of Unlocked. Paul and his team were part of the reason Matt decided to create this 12th season of Unlocked. In this episode, Paul and Matt talk about the OwnerRez retreat in the Dominican Republic back in 2023, where they, along with the OwnerRez team, started working on completing the employee manual. However, the retreat became much more than just completing it. If you are interested in learning more about OwnerRez, visit www.ownerrez.com. If you would like to join Matt and over 1200 of the most creative vacation rental operators in the world, head over to community.vrmb.com.

This episode features Sean Breuner, the founder and CEO of AvantStay. Today's interview focuses on innovation and includes discussions about intuition and risk-taking. Necessities that are needed to create and differentiate in the Vacation Rental Industry as we know it.  This episode is brought to you in partnership with OwnerRez, www.ownerrez.com, a property management software that covers small homeowners and large PMs alike.  If you would like to join Matt, and over 1200 of the most creative Vacation Rental operators in the world, head over to community.vrmb.com. 

This episode features Julie Marks, who is the co-owner of Homestead Hospitality and the Founder & Executive Director of the Vermont Short-Term Rental Alliance. This episode is marked as one of Matt's favorite interviews to date. Matt and Julie talk about advocacy, helping, and connecting with people, which comes with a challenge: drawing boundaries. This interview is all about re-evaluating priorities in your life and business... This episode is brought to you in partnership with OwnerRez, www.ownerrez.com, a property management software that covers small homeowners and large PMs alike.  If you would like to join Matt, and over 1200 of the most creative Vacation Rental operators in the world, head over to community.vrmb.com. 

Today's episode features Henrik Kjellberg, CEO of Awaze. In this conversation, Henrik and Matt dive into "the new world". A world that requires adapting to change in more than just the Vacation Rental Industry, which is interesting but can be scary... Henrik shares his take on innovation and creativity and how discipline, consistency, and leadership contribute towards growth in a constantly changing industry. This episode is brought to you in partnership with OwnerRez, www.ownerrez.com, a property management software that covers small homeowners and large PMs alike.  If you would like to join Matt, and over 1200 of the most creative Vacation Rental operators in the world, head over to community.vrmb.com. 

Today's episode features Ruth Manfredi, owner of Cinque Terre Vacation Rentals in Italy. In this episode, Ruth and Matt talk about a shift toward creativity, authenticity, and originality within the VR industry. You will hear Ruth her passion and excitement while she shares her stories and experiences which involves more than just the VR industry. This episode is brought to you in partnership with OwnerRez, www.ownerrez.com, a property management software that covers small homeowners and large PMs alike.  If you would like to join Matt, and over 1200 of the most creative Vacation Rental operators in the world, head over to community.vrmb.com. 

Today's episode features Maria Schuh, owner of Mistiso's Place in Nelson, British Columbia, Canada. In this episode, Maria talks about ways that effectively allow her to navigate the threats that seem to hold a lot of VR owners back and how dancing influences the way she goes about life. This episode is brought to you in partnership with OwnerRez, www.ownerrez.com, a property management software that covers small homeowners and large PMs alike.  If you would like to join Matt, and over 1200 of the most creative Vacation Rental operators in the world, head over to community.vrmb.com. 

Today's episode features Steve Hafner, the co-founder and CEO of Kayak. Kayak is a search engine for travel services, including airline flights, hotels, rental cars, and vacation packages. In this episode, Steve and Matt talk about what it means to be a visionary, and how to be creative and bring ideas. Steve and Matt dive into the importance of storytelling, and Steve talks about how clarity helps to become more authentic. This episode is brought to you in partnership with OwnerRez, www.ownerrez.com, a property management software that covers small homeowners and large PMs alike.  If you would like to join Matt, and over 1200 of the most creative Vacation Rental operators in the world, make sure to head over to community.vrmb.com. 

Today's episode features Barry Shimelfarb, who is a short-term rental operator, an executive coach to tech leaders in Silicon Valley, and a father of two. In this episode, Barry opens up about one of the most difficult times in his life and how this has shaped his guest philosophy, the way he manages his businesses, and the way he tries to make the best use of every single day. In addition, Barry shares how he used his years of hosting experience to create Super Host Bootcamp, www.superhostbootcamp.com, in which he shares his best secrets about how to boost bookings and increase profits in fewer hours. This episode is brought to you in partnership with OwnerRez, www.ownerrez.com, a property management software that covers small homeowners and large PMs alike.  If you would like to join Barry, Matt, and over 1200 of the most creative Vacation Rental operators in the world, make sure to head over to community.vrmb.com. 

Today's episode features Antonio Bortolotti, who runs the vacation Rental World Summit with his wife, Christina. It's become the preeminent event in Europe and the Middle East for vacation rental professionals. In this episode, Antonio and I recount this most extraordinary moment on stage at the end of the Vacation Rental World Summit in Barcelona just a couple weeks ago. We go through some of the sequences that neither of us could have fathomed, along with the consequences of what happened on stage and these shifts in priorities that myself and Antonio and I'm guessing a lot of you are going through in life as we evolve. This episode is brought to you by Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best-in-class property care and operations platform, and bnbfinder, https://www.bnbfinder.com/list, a book direct marketplace with a 20-year history connecting travelers with unique places to stay. No commissions, no processing fees, no service fees. Plain and simple.

This episode features a conversation between Justin Ford and Matt Landau. Justin is a longtime industry advocate, having introduced professional safety protocols to the emerging industry of vacation rentals. In this episode, Matt and Justin talk about leadership and fear, and how certain experiences impact the way we think about, and handle, risk. The episode concludes with a conversation about safety in the vacation rental industry.  This episode is brought to you by Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best-in-class property care and operations platform, and bnbfinder, https://www.bnbfinder.com/list, a book direct marketplace with a 20-year history connecting travelers with unique places to stay. No commissions, no processing fees, no service fees. Plain and simple.

I GOT STUCK is my story but it could also likely be yours. As burnout started to rear its ugly head my relationships and projects started to wobble. I was forced to accept that I was lacking a clear vision for my future: I was without a firm foundation to create from. How does one become visionary? What does it feel like to grow in new ways? How do we adapt and unstuck ourselves as we enter and era of unprecedented change?  I'm particularly grateful to my business partner Steve Schwab, for his courage and patience and willingness to build our retreats company together in creative and curious new ways. This episode is brought to you by Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best-in-class property care and operations platform, and bnbfinder, https://www.bnbfinder.com/list, a book direct marketplace with a 20-year history connecting travelers with unique places to stay. No commissions, no processing fees, no service fees. Plain and simple.

This episode features a conversation between two lifelong friends, Adam and Matt, who talk about their childhood, their fathers, and their heritage. In this conversation, they reflect on how travel reunited them in a very special place in this world, close to their roots. This episode is about exploring who they are as a person and creating life-lasting memories at their home away from home… This episode is brought to you by Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best-in-class property care and operations platform, and bnbfinder, https://www.bnbfinder.com/list, a book direct marketplace with a 20-year history connecting travelers with unique places to stay. No commissions, no processing fees, no service fees. Plain and simple.

In this episode, Matt talks with his friend and neighbor Robin. Robin‘s whole life seemed to be going according to plan -- great job, health, nuclear family -- until she got hit by the shitstorm of her marriage starting to unravel. In this episode, Matt and Robin explore themes of relationships, adversity, movement, and travel, and how to lead your children and loved ones by leading yourself. This episode is brought to you by Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best-in-class property care and operations platform, and bnbfinder, https://www.bnbfinder.com/list, a book direct marketplace with a 20-year history connecting travelers with unique places to stay. No commissions, no processing fees, no service fees. Plain and simple.

In this podcast episode, Matt Landau and Guy discuss personal growth, business insights, and transformative experiences. Matt talks about his life-changing trip to Israel and how travel can trigger transformation. Guy shares his enlightening experiences with psychedelics and how they altered his perspective on life. The episode also covers Guy's journey into parenthood and its profound impact on him, emphasizing the role of children in shaping better individuals.  This podcast episode is an enriching exploration of personal growth, the art of delegation, business expansion, relationship-building, the power of storytelling, heightened awareness, and the transformative influence of life experiences and parenthood. This episode is brought to you by Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best-in-class property care and operations platform, and bnbfinder, https://www.bnbfinder.com/list, a book direct marketplace with a 20-year history connecting travelers with unique places to stay. No commissions, no processing fees, no service fees. Plain and simple.

Join us for a conversation between Matt and his mother, Barbara Landau. This episode offers a glimpse into Barbara Landau's rich life experiences and adventures. She reflects on her career choices, emphasizing the importance of building a network of mentors and allies for success. Barbara's impressive achievements are a testament to her dedication and determination. Intriguingly, the episode delves into the core of Barbara and Matt's family dynamics, touching upon their Jewish identity and the role of religion and culture in their lives. Discover how these elements have played a significant part in shaping their values and perspectives. This episode is brought to you by Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best-in-class property care and operations platform, and bnbfinder, https://www.bnbfinder.com/list, a book direct marketplace with a 20-year history connecting travelers with unique places to stay. No commissions, no processing fees, no service fees. Plain and simple.

Join us for a captivating conversation with Valerie Gangas as she shares her inspiring journey of growth, spirituality, and resilience. From starting a vacation rental company during the pandemic to exploring the depths of her spiritual awakening, Valerie's story is a powerful testament to the human spirit. Tune in for a dose of inspiration and insights into embracing change, seeking support, and creating exceptional guest experiences in the vacation rental industry. This episode is brought to you by Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best-in-class property care and operations platform, and bnbfinder, https://www.bnbfinder.com/list, a book direct marketplace with a 20-year history connecting travelers with unique places to stay. No commissions, no processing fees, no service fees. Plain and simple.

In this special episode, Christina Thoreson takes us through the complicated reality of selling a business she'd built from the ground up to a big industry name.   Wondering if you might sell one day or what happens in the aftermath?  Or just contemplating big changes in life? This episode is for you.   This is also the final episode of the Unlocked Podcast in its current form.  We expect you'll hear from Matt again soon in a future iteration, but for now, thank you for tuning in for an incredible 159 episodes over 9 seasons!     This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best in class property care and automations platform. VRMB 2023 Trends Report: www.vrmb.com/trends Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/  

In this episode we sit down with Lino Maldonado, the CEO of BeHome247, to discuss where the industry is headed in 2023.  Lino also offers advice on how to navigate the changing landscape of life and capitalize on new opportunities. This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best in class property care and automations platform. VRMB 2023 Trends Report: www.vrmb.com/trends Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/ Behome247: https://behome247.com/    

In this episode, we take a look at big leaps, both personal and professional with Alex Husner.  As the newly appointed Chief Marketing Officer at Casago and co-host of the popular podcast, "Alex and Annie," Alex's personal brand has flourished alongside her success in the industry. Join us as we gain insight into her journey and strategies for achieving your own professional aspirations.   This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best in class property care and automations platform. Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/ Casago: www.casago.com Alex and Annie Podcast: https://www.alexandanniepodcast.com/  

Matt Durrette is emblematic of the kind of Homerunner that is positioned to be the biggest winner as our industry evolves.  In this episode we'll talk limited edition positioning in the growth to 300 properties, entrepreneurial operating systems and and advocacy in the latest Texas battlegrounds. This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best in class property care and automations platform. Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/ Cozi Vacation Rentals: https://www.cozivr.com/ EOS Worldwide: https://wwwhttps://www.eosworldwide.com/

Karen Hunt's pre-vacation rental career included selling everything from candy and rice to Ben and Jerry's ice cream to Francis Ford Coppola and a whole lot of wine.  Now she's running a lifestyle vacation rental business that is the perfect cap to a legendary career.  In this episode she gives us perspective on sales, people, and goal setting that will be useful to industry players of any size. This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best in class property care and automations platform. Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/ Carolina Elegance Vacation Rentals: https://www.carolinaelegance.com/ Francis Ford Coppola Winery: https://www.francisfordcoppolawinery.com/    

In this episode, Brian Olson, former LiveRez Rep and owner of Beachcomber Vacation Homes, discusses the impact of health on our teams and networks after a personal wake-up call. Tune in to hear his perspective on how to prioritize well-being and the well-being of your team in what is often a fast-paced work environment. This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best in class property care and automations platform. Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/ Brian Before and After Photo: https://f.io/Lzzdbk9k Beachcomber Vacation Homes: https://www.beachcombervacationhomes.com/ LiveRez: https://www.liverez.com/  

In many ways, Sharon Walker is the ultimate Limited Edition vacation rental professional.  She built a business from scratch with great care for guests and employees while raising a family.  Now, with the freedom that business provides, she is heading up the statewide advocacy effort in Texas and blazing a trail for her industry fellows.  In this episode, Matt explores what makes her business great and talks about what the state of advocacy in Texas means for the industry as a whole.     This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best in class property care and automations platform. Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/ Walker Luxury Vacation Rentals: https://www.walkervr.com/ If you are in Texas, contact Sharon to join the advocacy effort: sharon@walkervr.com How to Save your Vacation Rental Business Show: https://htsyvr.libsyn.com/dont-mess-with-texas Application form for next Keystone Retreat: matt@vrmb.com 

In this episode Matt and Nate Wysk of Point Central talk 'advocacy technology' and upcoming 2023 trends for the vacation rental industry. This episode is brought to you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best in class property care and automations platform. Point Central's Smart Noise Monitor: https://www.pointcentral.com/noise-monitoring/ Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/

Eddie Love went from renting out a second home to building a full time business with fifteen properties around Harper's Ferry West Virgnia.  In this episode we dive into do's and don'ts of early outsourcing, tools that enhance your version of hospitality and innovation without reinventing the wheel.   This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best in class property care and automations platform. Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/ Mountain Mama Cabins: https://mountainmamacabins.com/ OwnerRez: https://www.ownerreservations.com/ Revyoos: https://www.revyoos.com/w/ Application form for next Keystone Retreat: matt@vrmb.com       

Our industry talks a lot these days about a departing generation of wisdom.  About the operators exiting their businesses and taking all of their knowledge with them. But what you don't hear about is the new minds, the new leaders who will carry the torch and Amanda Hoffmann is definately a new leader on the rise.  She's building a finance division from scratch at Highgate and she's forging a new path at the intersection of vacation rentals and finance. In this episode we dive into her approach, get some tips and take a look at how frustrating hotel models can be for our industry. This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best in class property care and automations platform. Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/ Highgate: https://www.highgate.com/ Striven: https://www.striven.com/ Upwork: https://www.upwork.com  

In this episode two of the industry's top thought leaders reminisce on their friendly rivarly and come together with insights meant to push the whole industry forward.   This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmbthe best in class property care and automations platform. Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/ AJL Atelier: https://ajlatelier.com VRMA International: https://international.vrma.org/

Lauren Madewell found her calling when Vacation Rentals unexpectedly became the family business.  In this episode Lauren and Matt discuss finding that calling, how a passion for the family business can unlock tools to work with guests and staff and what the future holds for our industry. This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmbthe best in class property care and automations platform.   Auntie Belham's Cabin Rentals in the Smokies: https://www.auntiebelhams.com Amber Hurdle Leadership Academy: https://amberhurdle.com/ Keystone Retreats: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6988812975113437184/ Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/

Years ago Terry and Matt started sharing and formalizing their research on tech stacks and property managment software with the wider community.  In this episode they discuss the future of their Keystone project and wider lessons to think about when using a "help don't sell" model in your industry.   This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best in class property care and automations platform.   Vacation Rental Software Guy: https://vacationrentalsoftwareguy.com/ RSVP to Homerunners Las Vegas World Premiere: https://www.paperlesspost.com/go/y8RlVmeS3z93Rvf4B6DyJ The Essential Guide to Property Management Software: community.vrmb.com/structured-learning Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/  

Tiffany Edwards grew up in the vacation rental business and has become one of its foremost goverment affairs experts and fundraisers.  In this episode we dig into what our industry is doing well and what it needs to do better for a fair regulatory future. This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best in class property care and automations platform.   How to Save Your Vacation Rental Show: https://htsyvr.libsyn.com/ RSVP to Homerunners Las Vegas World Premiere: https://www.paperlesspost.com/go/y8RlVmeS3z93Rvf4B6DyJ VRMA Advocacy Fund: https://www.vrmaadvocacy.org/ Contact Tiffany: Tiffany@colettaconsulting.com Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/    

Our scheduled epsiode for this week was interupted due to uncertainty around Hurricane Ian.  Everyone involved with the show is fine and we'll be back next week with regularly scheduled programming, but for now we're going to archives and resharing Episode 19 with you, where Mike Harrington gives us a big business takeaway from Hurricane Florence in 2018.  These are lessons we all need to be mindful of in the coming years.   This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmbthe best in class property care and automations platform.   Here are some links that may or may not have been mentioned in the show:   https://www.topsail-realty.com https://www.csatravelprotection.com https://www.travelguard.com https://redskyinsurance.com/ Collaborate with other professionals in https://community.vrmb.com/ Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/

Steve Schwab went from living in the back of a bar in Puerto Peñasco Mexico and helping out with HVAC systems to building Casago into a major property management company with thousands of properties and franchises all over the US and Mexico.  He's featured in our second episode of Homerunners and he's become a thought partner to Matt in tackling some of the deepest questions of our industry. This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmbthe best in class property care and automations platform. Casago: https://casago.com/ Homerunners Casago Teaser: https://youtu.be/N282sGsb_l8 Streamline: https://www.streamlinevrs.com/ Rocky Point: https://puerto-penasco.com/ Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/  

Miriam Ramsey is a key player in the VTrips model of growth through local brands and a star of our first Homerunners episode which premieres worldwide on October 23rd at VRMA International in Las Vegas.   In this episode Matt and Miriam discuss what it takes to make it in this industry, how to handle getting bought and how to nail it as a Homerunner. This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best in class property care and automations platform. Jackson Mountain Homes: https://jacksonmountainhomes.com/ Vtrips: https://vtrips.com/ Homerunners Premiere RSVP: https://www.paperlesspost.com/go/y8RlVmeS3z93Rvf4B6DyJ Explore Gatlinburg: www.smokymountains.com  Jed Stevens Koloa Kai: https://www.koloakai.com/property-management-services.asp Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/  

Michelle "MJ" Boyle is a patented inventor, the Hostess of the Tiny House Podcast, founder and creator of My Tiny House Village, Oregon Teardrop Rentals, and My Tiny Creekside Retreat.  In this episode Matt and MJ explore the rushes and reversals inherit in Homerunning...from hitting a niche market at just the right time to real adversity shutting you down.   This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best in class property care and automations platform. My Tiny House Village: https://www.mytinyhousevillage.com Single Mother Builds Tiny House to Create Retirement Plan: https://youtu.be/3FUV-KG3tr8 Oregon Teardrop Rentals: https://www.oregonteardroprentals.com My Tiny Creekside Retreat: https://www.mytinycreeksideretreat.com Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/  

Welcome to Season 9 of the Unlocked Podcast!  Lukas Krause is part of a new generation of industry professionals bringing superpowers from other industries into our own.  He's running a large company in the space but focusing on small hospitality details.  In this episode Matt and Lukas dive into the good, the bad and the ugly of our current high paced acquisitions cycle and talk about what it means to be a Homerunner.   This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best in class property care and automations platform.   Skyrun Vacation Rentals: https://www.skyrun.com Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/

Prior to launching Season 9: Homerunners this week, Matt sat down with Breezeway founder and perennial Unlocked sponsor Jeremiah Gall to discuss highlights from last season and the state of the industry moving forward. Episode One of Homerunners featuring Lukas Krause of Skyrun Vacation Rentals drops with the VRMB newsletter Thursday September 8th.   This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best in class property care and automations platform. Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/    

In this final episode of Season 8 we speak with the godmother of vacation rentals, Heather Bayer of the Vacation Rental Success podcast, which has featured more than 440 vacation rental innovators and given an enormous wealth of knowledge to our community.  Heather recently sold her vacation rental business after twenty years and we dig into that process, the state of the industry, and how well she has been sleeping since the deal went through. Vacation Rental Success: https://www.vacationrentalformula.com/category/podcast/ Touchstay: https://touchstay.com EBIDA Definition: https://shorturl.ae/dUDlY VRMB First Mover Status Workshop: www.vrmb.com/firstmover This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best in class property care and automations platform.   Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/

In this episode producer Stuart Hooper gives an update on progress at Mangofish Studios, an off the grid creative retreat center in Panama and talks to Matt about his recent article for Phocuswire.com on the challenge of scaling what cannot be scaled.     Phocuswire Aritcle: https://www.phocuswire.com/challenges-scaling-vacation-rentals?fbclid=IwAR131IU5NxRVFt3T_SxGb4Mgfl_IKRin0XMHX5QbGl-fyqv8MwX4DVDsVvM Mangofish Studios: www.mangofish.studio Carl Shepherd Op Ed: https://www.phocuswire.com/short-term-rental-industry-must-do-a-better-job-vetting-travelers This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best in class property care and automations platform.   Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/

Victoria O'Connell is the creator of GoLightly, a home sharing platform for women.  In this episode we dive into the genesis of the platform, talk about creating accountability and deep ties in a network and discuss broader concepts in niche marketing.   GoLightly: https://www.wegolightly.com This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best in class property care and automations platform.   Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/

Tom Goodwin of Mountain Laurel Chalets in Gatlinburg, Tennessee is celebrating 50 years of making limited edition memories for guests.  In this episode we dive into his direct marketing techniques, which are among the most holistic and comprehensive we have ever encountered.     Mountain Laurel Chalets: www.mtnlaurelchalets.com Rue Bar Rue: https://www.ruebarue.com Track: https://trackhs.com Bomb Bomb: https://bombbomb.com   This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best in class property care and automations platform.   Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/

Michael Skinner of Savvy Travels is a member of VRMB's first accelerator cohort and in this episode we'll take a look at achievements like his knowledge base and org chart.  We also talk about retrofitting your business for better decision making.   Savvy Travels: https://www.savvytravels.co Notion: https://www.notion.so Taskrabbit: https://www.taskrabbit.com OwnerRez: https://www.ownerreservations.com Rented: https://www.rented.com Waivio: https://waivo.io Inspirato: https://www.inspirato.com Selina: www.selina.com This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmbthe best in class property care and automations platform. Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/

Kelly Hill of DoneRight Vacation Rentals/Casago Mcall has forged deep ties with her community and enjoys a sterling reputation but regulations have still come knocking.  Her relationships give her a unique voice in the process and there is hope these decisions will be beneficial for the community and her business but the specter of unfair regulation always looms.  We spoke with Kelly before and after critical points in the process and put them together in this two part special episode.   Done Right Management: https://donerightmanagement.com Casago: www.casago.com VRMA Right to Rent: https://www.vrma.org/page/right-to-rent How to Save Your Vacation Rental Show: How to Save Your Vacation Rental Business on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com › podcast › how-to-save-you... Streamline: https://www.streamlinevrs.com Wheelhouse: https://www.usewheelhouse.com Noiseaware: https://noiseaware.com Rent Responsibly: https://www.rentresponsibly.org   This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmbthe best in class property care and automations platform. Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/

Paul Waldschmidt of OwnerRez has spent the last ten years quietly building one of the best property management softwares in the industry.  OwneRez barely advertises and yet they have a fiercely loyal customer base and are raved about in our private forum, VRMB Communities.  In this episode we dive into innovation, pricing and loyalty with Paul and come away with some lessons we can all benefit from.     OwnerRez: https://www.ownerreservations.com Paul's Essay on Pricing: https://www.ownerreservations.com/blog/new-ownerrez-pricing-for-2021 Paul's Growth Essay: https://www.ownerreservations.com/blog/growing-pains-our-size-has-changed-but-our-commitment-and-values-have-not Kingdom Website Performance: https://www.pingdom.com Ahrefs SEO: https://ahrefs.com   This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best in class property care and automations platform. Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/

Miles Chew of Compass Resorts is a marketing manager in the high stakes destination of Destin, Florida.  In this interview Miles and Matt talk about being a marketing manager inside a hospitality company and nerd out on the specifics that drive leads and bookings.   Compass Resorts: https://www.compassresorts.com Fall Family Facebook Campaign: https://www.facebook.com/CompassResorts/photos/a.10150567268536319/10158019932331319 Key Data: https://www.keydatadashboard.com Beyond Pricing: https://www.beyondpricing.com Track Hospitality Software: https://trackhs.com Palms of Destin: https://www.palmsofdestinflorida.com Blue Tent: https://www.bluetent.com Google Analytics: https://analytics.google.com   This episode is brought you by PointCentral: https://www.pointcentral.com/vrmb/ the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, https://www.breezeway.io/vrmb the best in class property care and automations platform. Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/

This episode features Madeline List, a senior research analyst at Phocuswright, the leading travel industry research platform.  Our nacesent vacation rental movement isn't always well understood by the broader travel industry and this is in part due to a lack of good data to explain the story of our rise.   Madeline is almost single-handedly changing that from a research perspective. Today's conversation features macro trends like vacation rentals versus hotels in terms of market share and what travelers really want.    Phocuswright Through the Roof: U.S. Short-Term Rentals 2021 The New Nomads: Work and Play from Anywhere VRMB's Trends Report 2022 VRMA Homerunners Ep 1 Conference Teaser Contact Madeline This episode is brought you by PointCentral, the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, the best in class property care and automations platform. Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/

After working in the industry for nearly a decade, Brittany Blackman started Breathe Easy Rentals in the crowded Destin, Florida market.  She quickly gained a foothold by providing a no stress hospitality experience to guests and owners alike.  In this episode Brittany also talks about heartfelt videos she has been sharing that have gained her a viral following and perspective on the business. Breathe Easy Rentals Brittany's Videos TouchStay Florida Alliance for Vacation Rentals VRMB's Trends Report 2022: https://www.vrmb.com/vrmb-2022-trends/ This episode is brought you by PointCentral, the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, the best in class property care and automations platform. Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/

Jeff Brown of Loma Homes is innvotating in a unique space within the vacation rental industry.  In this episode we explore his themed home business, the tech used to power it, the bumps along the way and the money he uses to grow the business.   Loma Homes TaskRabbit Pricelab Stayfi  Annversary Inn  This episode is brought you by PointCentral, the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, the best in class property care and automations platform. Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/    

Virginia Ivy is a hospitality pioneer.  From opening a music venue in a dead part of Memphis to starting her current vacation rental business in the Arkansas Ozarks, she has earned ‘first mover status' many times over.  She is now an integral part of a tourism oriented community and expanding into related businesses, but through it all she understands the best way to superb guest experience is to focus on the things she loves.   Ivy Vacations  About the Area Digital Agency for Travel Industry HR4VR   This episode is brought you by PointCentral, the leaders in smart home automation, and Breezeway, the best in class property care and automations platform. Join VRMB Communities: https://www.vrmb.com/membership/