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Your original recap trio is back together. Heyyy Carlos, Dustin, and Claudia! First, we break down the Married to Medicine scene that has the internet rolling. THEN, Claudia joins the conversation and of course it turns into a Real Housewives of Potomac recap you do not want to miss. Angel is in the hot seat this episode. Does she need to buck up or pack up?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jonathan Greene sits down with Steph Weber, CEO of The Weber Co., to break down why short-term rental owners can't rely solely on Airbnb if they want long-term control and growth. Steph explains how direct branding protects your business from platform changes, helps guests connect emotionally to what you offer, and creates a clearer path to repeat stays and referrals. They also dig into what it actually takes to build a brand guests remember, beyond pretty photos and a few amenities. Steph shares how to define a real target audience (often starting with yourself or a past/future version of yourself), how to turn amenities into guided experiences, and why collecting guest emails is one of the simplest, most overlooked moves STR operators can make. The biggest takeaway: today's STR world isn't a side hobby—it's a hospitality business. And the operators who win are the ones who design intentionally, market consistently, and build a brand they own. In this episode, you will hear: Why direct branding matters when you don't control the platform that drives bookings How Airbnb changes can impact hosts—and why brand autonomy is the hedge What it means to create a "branded guest experience" (not just a place to sleep) How to define your avatar and design for a specific audience (not the masses) Why email lists are "low-hanging fruit" and how they power direct bookings Turning amenities into intentional rituals and guided experiences guests remember Follow and Review If you enjoy the show, please follow Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing on Apple Podcasts and leave a rating and review. It helps other listeners discover these conversations and supports the show's growth. Supporting Resources Connect with Steph: Website: http://theweberco.com/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/theweberco LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephweberbrandcoach/ Connect with Jonathan: Website - www.streamlined.properties YouTube - www.youtube.com/c/JonathanGreeneRE/videos Instagram - www.instagram.com/trustgreene Instagram - www.instagram.com/streamlinedproperties Zillow - www.zillow.com/profile/streamlinenj Bigger Pockets - www.biggerpockets.com/users/jonathangreene Facebook - www.facebook.com/streamlinedproperties Email - info@streamlined.properties This episode was produced by Outlier Audio.
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In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, host Michelle Kesil interviews Quentin West, founder of Shortcut to Superhost, who shares his journey in the short-term rental industry. Quentin discusses his initial struggles, the lessons learned from his failures, and how he built a successful coaching business to help others optimize their rental portfolios. He emphasizes the importance of profitability over gross income, innovative marketing strategies, and the significance of having the right team. Quentin also shares insights on scaling his business through co-hosting and identifying unique properties for investment. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
New-York, Montréal, Penang, Berlin, Barcelone, Amsterdam... Partout dans le monde, les villes durcissent leurs réglementations pour freiner la prolifération des locations touristiques de courte durée. Principale cible : Airbnb. En moins de 20 ans, la plateforme est devenue un acteur majeur du tourisme mondial avec une offre dans plus de 150 000 villes, plus de 8 millions d'annonces actives pour un chiffre d'affaires de 11 milliards de dollars en 2024. Au départ, alternative moins chère aux hôtels, permettant une expérience d'hébergement plus authentique pour les voyageurs et un complément de revenu pour les propriétaires, Airbnb s'est petit à petit métamorphosé et avec, les villes visitées. Pour beaucoup de propriétaires, la location courte durée est devenue une aubaine bien plus rentable que la longue durée. Conséquences pour les habitants, une offre de logements disponibles qui s'amenuise, une hausse des loyers et une cohabitation de plus en plus tendue avec les touristes et les fameux “digital nomads”. Les capitales ne sont pas les seules concernées. En France, par exemple, des communes de taille moyenne comme La Rochelle, Biarritz ou Nice ont vu leur centre-ville se transformer avec Airbnb. Les épiceries, les cordonneries, les magasins d'optique ou autres quincailleries laissent place à des coffee shop, des commerces de restauration rapide ou des magasins de souvenirs. Néanmoins, pour d'autres communes, l'arrivée d'airbnb a permis d'améliorer l'offre d'hébergement touristique et de redynamiser la vie locale. Alors quelles sont réellement les conséquences d'Airbnb sur les villes ? Et comment elles s'organisent face à l'explosion du tourisme de plateforme ? Avec : • Chloé Tegny, cheffe de groupe au département opinion de l'Ifop. Co-autrice avec Jérôme Fourquet et Sylvain Manternach d'une étude pour l'Institut Teram Tourisme 2.0 : anatomie de la France Airbnb parue en octobre 2025 • Francesca Artioli, politiste et urbaniste, maîtresse de conférences à l'École d'urbanisme de Paris de l'Université de Paris-Est Créteil. Co-autrice avec Thomas Aguilera et Claire Colomb de Housing Under Platform Capitalism: The Contentious Regulation of Short-Term Rentals in European Cities (Editions de l'Université de Californie, 2025) Un entretien avec Najet Benrabaa, correspondante de RFI à Medellin en Colombie, où l'expansion de la plateforme Airbnb a transformé le visage de la ville. En fin d'émission, la chronique Voisins connectés d'Estelle Ndjandjo, sur l'évolution des sociétés africaines mondialisées à travers les écrans, les réseaux sociaux et la technologie. Aujourd'hui, elle s'intéresse aux filtres qui permettent aux utilisateurs noirs d'éclaircir leur peau. Une nouvelle forme de dépigmentation mais virtuelle. Programmation musicale : ►Trafic locaux - Limsa d'Aulnay & ISHA ►Perdon - Ruta Calavera
New-York, Montréal, Penang, Berlin, Barcelone, Amsterdam... Partout dans le monde, les villes durcissent leurs réglementations pour freiner la prolifération des locations touristiques de courte durée. Principale cible : Airbnb. En moins de 20 ans, la plateforme est devenue un acteur majeur du tourisme mondial avec une offre dans plus de 150 000 villes, plus de 8 millions d'annonces actives pour un chiffre d'affaires de 11 milliards de dollars en 2024. Au départ, alternative moins chère aux hôtels, permettant une expérience d'hébergement plus authentique pour les voyageurs et un complément de revenu pour les propriétaires, Airbnb s'est petit à petit métamorphosé et avec, les villes visitées. Pour beaucoup de propriétaires, la location courte durée est devenue une aubaine bien plus rentable que la longue durée. Conséquences pour les habitants, une offre de logements disponibles qui s'amenuise, une hausse des loyers et une cohabitation de plus en plus tendue avec les touristes et les fameux “digital nomads”. Les capitales ne sont pas les seules concernées. En France, par exemple, des communes de taille moyenne comme La Rochelle, Biarritz ou Nice ont vu leur centre-ville se transformer avec Airbnb. Les épiceries, les cordonneries, les magasins d'optique ou autres quincailleries laissent place à des coffee shop, des commerces de restauration rapide ou des magasins de souvenirs. Néanmoins, pour d'autres communes, l'arrivée d'airbnb a permis d'améliorer l'offre d'hébergement touristique et de redynamiser la vie locale. Alors quelles sont réellement les conséquences d'Airbnb sur les villes ? Et comment elles s'organisent face à l'explosion du tourisme de plateforme ? Avec : • Chloé Tegny, cheffe de groupe au département opinion de l'Ifop. Co-autrice avec Jérôme Fourquet et Sylvain Manternach d'une étude pour l'Institut Teram Tourisme 2.0 : anatomie de la France Airbnb parue en octobre 2025 • Francesca Artioli, politiste et urbaniste, maîtresse de conférences à l'École d'urbanisme de Paris de l'Université de Paris-Est Créteil. Co-autrice avec Thomas Aguilera et Claire Colomb de Housing Under Platform Capitalism: The Contentious Regulation of Short-Term Rentals in European Cities (Editions de l'Université de Californie, 2025) Un entretien avec Najet Benrabaa, correspondante de RFI à Medellin en Colombie, où l'expansion de la plateforme Airbnb a transformé le visage de la ville. En fin d'émission, la chronique Voisins connectés d'Estelle Ndjandjo, sur l'évolution des sociétés africaines mondialisées à travers les écrans, les réseaux sociaux et la technologie. Aujourd'hui, elle s'intéresse aux filtres qui permettent aux utilisateurs noirs d'éclaircir leur peau. Une nouvelle forme de dépigmentation mais virtuelle. Programmation musicale : ►Trafic locaux - Limsa d'Aulnay & ISHA ►Perdon - Ruta Calavera
Christian Klossner, Executive Director of New York City's Office of Special Enforcement, joined the show to discuss the shifting legal and regulatory landscape around Airbnb and other short-term rental platforms, and his office's education and enforcement work as New York City has sought to eradicate tens of thousands of illegal short-term rental listings while allowing a legal market to flourish. (Ep 554)
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In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, Sid Bahadur, CEO of Nicasa and XB Homes, shares his journey in the real estate industry, discussing his transition from long-term rentals to short-term rentals, the current state and future of the short-term rental market, and the importance of management skills in running a successful business. He emphasizes the significance of investing in employees, understanding financial metrics, and learning from challenges to achieve growth and success in the real estate sector. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
We speak to three young entrepreneurs and co-founders who have purchased an akiya in the Japanese countryside, renovated and turned it into a health & wellbeing retreat, and are doing it all THE RIGHT WAY (also, exclusive discount to our subscribers and viewers - get yours in the link below!)
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Joining us on this episode of Living Off Rentals is a Navy veteran and mom of three who went from a high-pressure military career to building a real estate business that allowed her family to take back their time. Karin Ventresca is a Naval Academy graduate, former nuclear engineer, HR professional, and now a full-time real estate investor and short-term rental operator. After years of long commutes, daycare drop-offs, and COVID-era burnout, she and her husband built a short-term rental portfolio that gave them the freedom to reshape how they spend their days. Listen as she shares how they made the shift from demanding military roles and corporate careers to creating a business that supports the life they want to live. She also opens up about the mindset shifts, goal-setting, and action steps that ultimately allowed her to quit her HR job and be fully present with her kids, without sacrificing financial stability. Enjoy the show! Key Takeaways: [00:00] Introducing Karin Ventresca and her background [03:21] Growing up in Alaska and why she chose the Naval Academy [05:25] Becoming a nuclear engineer and the unconventional path to HR [09:28] Another twist in career progression: From HR to real estate investing [09:50] COVID, burnout, and the moment she and Andrew realized they needed a way out [14:02] Their first big move: building a family cabin in West Virginia and turning it into an STR [19:01] How they furnished an entire STR with creativity, thrifting, and smart systems [22:10] The power of deadlines in STR setup and how it saved them thousands [26:28] 2025 goal: reclaiming their family's time [30:02] The mindset behind intentional living and goal setting [34:26] Their newest move: a house hack with 7 acres, a furnished ADU, and a vision for a guest-friendly garden [39:49] Goals must be written [40:31] How a strong network reduces fear [44:04] Connect with Karin Ventresca [44:55] Outro Guest Links: Website: https://riversidehavenwv.com/ Show Links: Living Off Rentals YouTube Channel – youtube.com/c/LivingOffRentals Living Off Rentals YouTube Podcast Channel - youtube.com/c/LivingOffRentalsPodcast Living Off Rentals Facebook Group – facebook.com/groups/livingoffrentals Living Off Rentals Website – https://www.livingoffrentals.com/ Living Off Rentals Instagram – instagram.com/livingoffrentals Living Off Rentals TikTok – tiktok.com/@livingoffrentals
WEBINAR LINK:https://shawnmoore.clickfunnels.com/optiniyvvg89sWant to learn more about Vodyssey or start your STR journey. Book a call here:https://meetings.hubspot.com/vodysseystrategysession/booknow?utm_source=vodysseycom&uuid=80fb7859-b8f4-40d1-a31d-15a5caa687b7FOLLOW US:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16XJMvMbVo/https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoorehttps://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedomhttps://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmooreCONTACT US:support@vodyssey.comCHRI'S PROPERTY:https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1561844108241128266?guests=1&adults=1&s=67&unique_share_id=dd8ce250-5eae-48fe-96e1-132120b80c40&source_impression_id=p3_1765207555_P33KUG_eJqWKga7DTAYLOR SWIFT ARTICLE:https://www.cnbc.com/2025/08/31/taylor-swift-tax-on-high-end-vacation-homes-spreads-to-more-states.htmlChapters00:00:00 Intro00:12:18 Setting Goals and Milestones00:24:20 Understanding Market Dynamics00:35:51 Overcoming Procrastination and Emotional Cycles00:45:13 The Impact of Taxation on Short-Term Rentals
Are you curious about what it's like to bring your rental visions to life? In today's episode, I'm taking you through the process of closing on our newest rental property: Elysian. Plus, I'm diving into each step we're currently taking to get the property's first rental ready for guests. Time-stamps:The unexpected closing story (1:51)Surprise Airbnb reservations (7:36)Bringing the interior design plan to life (10:58)Short-Term Rental Acquisition Checklist (20:18)Realizing how quickly items go out of stock (21:10)Handiwork during Thanksgiving week (23:11)The long-term vision for the property (30:45)Mentioned in This Episode:Short-Term Rental Acquisition Checklist: brandandmarket.myflodesk.com/str-acquisition-checklistElysian on Instagram: instagram.com/stayatelysianEpisode 71 Elysian Airbnb Case Study [Part 2]: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-our-short-term-rental-elysian-airbnb-case-studyEpisode 69 Elysian Airbnb Case Study [Part 1]: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/buying-for-short-term-rental-opportunities-elysianÖÖD Mirror Houses: instagram.com/oodhousesConnect with Ali: Website: brandandmarket.coInstagram: instagram.com/brandandmarket.co
In this episode of the Hospitable Hosts podcast, we speak with Bri and Jordan, co-founders of Somerled Designs, a leading design firm specializing in short-term rentals. They discuss their journey of creating a successful design business focused on maximizing guest satisfaction and profitability through strategic design. The conversation covers common mistakes hosts make, the importance of balancing aesthetics with durability, effective photography strategies, and how to adapt designs for seasonal trends. Bri and Jordan also share insights on managing multiple properties, the challenges of business growth, and the significance of complementary skill sets in their partnership.Sleep easy, host confidently with Hospitable. Automate your guest messages, sync your calendar across booking channels, and protect yourself from bad direct booking guests.Sign up today at hospitable.com/podcast and get 25% off your bill for 3 months.
If you're feeling the pinch from lower occupancy or slipping ADRs, it's time to get proactive. This week, we're diving into 10 revenue-boosting strategies you can implement immediately to increase your visibility, occupancy, and profitability—without adding stress. From pricing tactics to pet policies, these quick wins will help you maximize every booking. • Discover the overlooked upsells that can instantly add cash to your bottom line. • How gap-night extensions can fill your calendar and reduce unbookable dates. • The low-cost tech upgrade that slashes utility bills and boosts control. • Why going pet-friendly could dramatically increase your bookings. • Strategies to stretch your average length of stay—and your profits. Whether you're managing one unit or a growing portfolio, these 10 tips will help you earn more from every guest. Hit play and start optimizing your rental today! Check out our videos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShortTermRentalRiches Grab your free management eBook: https://strriches.com/#tools-resources Looking to earn more with your property (without the headaches)? Chat with our expert management team: https://strriches.com/management-services/
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In this episode of the Real Estate Pros Pod, host Kristen interviews Lukasz Kownacki, owner of Forteca Estate, who shares his journey into real estate investing and property management. Lukasz discusses the appeal of short-term rentals, the challenges of working with family, and the importance of location and proper management in the real estate market. He also shares insights on future plans for Forteca Estate and offers valuable advice for aspiring investors. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Fail forward, buy smarter. In this solo deep-dive, Taylor breaks down real-world STR underwriting—no hype, just numbers. If you've ever “made a spreadsheet sing” to justify a deal, this one's for you. Learn the exact framework he's used to evaluate hundreds of thousands of properties over the past four years and how to stay disciplined when emotion wants the win.What you'll learnThe anatomy of a winning pro forma: purchase price, debt structure, closing costs, and true Total OOP (down payment, reno, amenities, furniture, vendors).Building an optimization list that actually moves RevPAR (from paint to pickleball).Revenue the right way: comping like-for-like, using data tools (AirDNA/Rabbu), and modeling Low / Mid / High scenarios.Expense reality check: utilities, supplies, PM software, cleaning fees in vs. invoices out, HOA, taxes, insurance, CapEx & reserves.NOI vs. Free Cash Flow: what lives “above the fold,” why debt service ≠ mortgage, and how to compare deals apples-to-apples.Return stack 101: cash-on-cash, principal paydown, long-view appreciation (why you should zoom out 20–25 years), and a primer on the STR tax play.The baseball mindset: why looking at hundreds of deals to land a few great ones is normal—and healthy.__Episode Sponsored By:STR SearchSTR Search is the industry leading property finder service. They've helped investors acquire over 265+ profitable STRs across the US. If you'd like the data professionals to help you find your next STR, reach out to STRsearch.com
Stephen Grootes speaks to Grant Smee, CEO of Only Realty Property Group about how South Africa’s coastal property markets transform every December as short-term letting surges, boosting both homeowner income and long-term property values. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa Follow us on social media 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Texas housing is shifting fast — and in this in-depth interview, Texas Realtors Vice President of Governmental Affairs Tray Bates breaks down the real forces driving prices, affordability, and policy debates across the state. We cover the post-COVID market cooldown, interest-rate shocks, short-term rentals, global capital flowing into Texas development, and the growing “missing middle” problem affecting first-time buyers.Bates also explains the legislative fights ahead: property-tax reform, permitting delays, lot-size requirements, infrastructure bottlenecks, and the strategic plan Texas Realtors will take into the 90th Legislature. If you want a clear, candid, insider look at Texas real estate from someone who lives it every day, this conversation lays out exactly what's happening and what comes next. Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@TexasTalks
WEBINAR LINK:https://shawnmoore.clickfunnels.com/optiniyvvg89sSTEVES PROPERTY IN COLORADO:https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1562755960719728607?viralityEntryPoint=1&unique_share_id=75F720DA-73D5-45DF-9682-4E74518AC66C&slcid=f67ba495b69446a6b612e8f0e08ce9fa&s=76&adults=1&slug=H5IocvFZ&source_impression_id=p3_1764603172_P3xZWWfOChvAAzeuBRIANS #2 PROPERTY:https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1210802453550285035?source_impression_id=p3_1764611172_P35HYp_4O4CCnnnoWant to learn more about Vodyssey or start your STR journey. Book a call here:https://meetings.hubspot.com/vodysseystrategysession/booknow?utm_source=vodysseycom&uuid=80fb7859-b8f4-40d1-a31d-15a5caa687b7FOLLOW US:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16XJMvMbVo/https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoorehttps://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedomhttps://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmooreChapters00:00:00 Intro00:01:53 Leveraging Short-Term Rentals for Tax Benefits00:05:47 Understanding Tax Strategies and Misconceptions00:11:48 Real-Life Scenarios: Using Tax Savings Effectively00:19:55 Material Participation and Cost Segregation Explained00:29:34 Navigating the Short-Term Rental Market00:38:53 Looking Ahead: Planning for 2026 and Beyond
Interested in adding an additional unit to your short-term rental property? In today's episode, I'm talking with Will Brooks, owner and operator of multiple accessory dwelling units (ADUs). Will breaks down his ADU strategy, from zoning laws and unique features to financing and returns on investment. Time-stamps:Will Brooks and understanding ADUs (1:19)The best markets for ADUs (6:23)Dabbling in the mid-term rental market (10:02)Building an ADU on your personal property (12:48)Zoning laws for ADUs (19:23)Lodgify (23:12)Upselling and benefits of the bigger property (24:29)The unique features of one of Will's properties (31:00)The ROI on ADUs (34:45)How to be the best in your brand and market (43:12)Mentioned in This Episode:Get 20% off your annual subscription of Lodgify: www.brandandmarket.co/lodgifyConnect with Will:Website: shorttermraleigh.comConnect with Ali: Website: brandandmarket.coInstagram: instagram.com/brandandmarket.co
In this episode of the Hospitable Hosts podcast, we speak with Siddhi Mittal, co-founder of Yhangry, about the growing trend of private chef experiences in vacation rentals. Siddhi shares her journey from finance to hospitality, the evolution of Yhangry, and how they are bridging the gap between private chefs and guests. The conversation explores the impact of experiential amenities on guest satisfaction, the ease of integrating private chef services into rental properties, and the future growth of the industry, including the influence of AI on travel experiences.For more information, click here.Sleep easy, host confidently with Hospitable. Automate your guest messages, sync your calendar across booking channels, and protect yourself from bad direct booking guests.Sign up today at hospitable.com/podcast and get 25% off your bill for 3 months.
The I Love CVille Show headlines: City Hall Public Meeting On Short-Term Rentals Are Short-Term Rentals (Airbnb) Good For CVille? Paul Manning Defends Difficult Choice With DOJ Flagstop Car Wash Acquires CVille's Clean Machine Sen. Mark Warner Announces Bid For 4th Term Instagram Staffers Must Return To Work Full-Time Duke (7-5) vs UVA (10-2), 8PM, SAT, ABC, Charlotte If You Need CVille Office Space, Contact Jerry Miller Read Viewer & Listener Comments Live On-Air The I Love CVille Show airs live Monday – Friday from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm on The I Love CVille Network. Watch and listen to The I Love CVille Show on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, iTunes, Apple Podcast, YouTube, Spotify, Fountain, Amazon Music, Audible, Rumble and iLoveCVille.com.
My Short-Term Rental Tech Stack: Why Simple Wins Every TimeWelcome back to Vacation Home Help, where we make hosting simple.Episode OverviewLook, I get it. Every week there's a new "game-changing" AI tool or automation platform promising to revolutionize your short-term rental business. But here's the truth: most of it is just noise.In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on my actual tech stack. The tools I use every single day. The ones that actually save me time and money. And more importantly, I'll tell you about all the shiny objects I've said no to.What You'll LearnThe Philosophy Behind My StackWhy more tech doesn't equal more moneyThe real cost of "free" trials and complicated systemsHow I think about ROI on every tool I useThe Tools That Actually MatterDynamic pricing tools: the one automation I actually trustWhy I sync calendars with simple iCal instead of fancy softwareThe minimalist approach that saves me thousands per yearWhat I Don't Use (And Why)Property management systems that do everything (and nothing well)AI tools that promise the moon but deliver confusionOvercomplicated channel managers that break more than they fixThe automation traps that cost you bookingsHow to Build Your Own StackWhen to automate and when to stay hands-onKey TakeawayYour tech stack should make your life easier, not give you another full-time job. Focus on the fundamentals first. Automate what drains you. But never lose sight of what actually matters: creating amazing experiences for your guests.Because at the end of the day, no AI can replace genuine hospitality.Resources & LinksConnect with John:Facebook: facebook.com/thejohnandrewInstagram: @thejohnandrewEmail: john@vacationhomehelp.comJoin the Community:Facebook Group: The Airbnb Host GroupFree Resource: Get a free pricing analysis for your property: vacationhomehelp.com/revenue-managementNew episodes of Vacation Home Help drop every week. Subscribe so you never miss an episode where we make hosting simple.
Mastering Short-Term Rental Investments: Insider Tips with Kenny Bedwell | REIGN Podcast Welcome back to the Real Estate Investor Growth Network (REIGN) Podcast, hosted by Jen Josey! In this episode, we welcome short-term rental expert and data-driven investor Kenny Bedwell. Kenny reveals how he transitioned from a corporate career at Citibank to building a thriving real estate portfolio focused on short-term rentals and vacation properties. Discover proven strategies for finding off-market deals, identifying the most profitable short-term rental markets, and maximizing your rental income. Kenny discusses the importance of niche investing, selecting the right amenities for Airbnb and VRBO properties, and using data analytics to boost your returns. You'll also learn how to avoid the most common mistakes made by new short-term rental investors, the difference between forced appreciation and cash flow, and why reviews are critical for STR success. Whether you're a new real estate investor or looking to scale your short-term rental business, this episode is packed with actionable tips on property management, market research, and leveraging consulting resources like STR Insights. Don't miss Kenny's personal advice for achieving your real estate goals! 00:00 – Real Estate Investor Growth Network (REIGN) Podcast introduction, short-term rental investing overview 01:02 – How to find off-market real estate deals, lead generation strategies 03:15 – Guest intro: Kenny Bedwell, short-term rental specialist, Airbnb investing 04:38 – Kenny's real estate investing journey, transitioning from corporate to entrepreneurship 08:01 – Maximizing short-term rental income, property performance optimization 09:50 – How to identify profitable short-term rental markets, market research tips 26:52 – Essential amenities for Airbnb, VRBO, and vacation rental properties 31:20 – Pros and cons of boutique hotels vs. short-term rentals 34:53 – Forced appreciation strategies vs. short-term rental cash flow 35:56 – Common rookie mistakes in short-term rental investing, risk management 41:43 – The importance of guest reviews and reputation management in STRs 48:56 – STR Insights, consulting services for short-term rental investors 54:56 – Kenny's personal goals, success advice for real estate entrepreneurs KENNY BEDWELL is a seasoned real estate investor and entrepreneur known for helping high-income professionals identify and acquire short-term rental properties that generate strong cash flow. With over eight years of experience in market analysis and deal structuring, he has guided more than 300 clients toward investments that consistently deliver impressive returns. Kenny's heavy data-driven experience and knowledge stem from his time at CitiBank, where he worked for several years as a data analyst in the Equities Market. This foundation has shaped his analytical approach to real estate, enabling him to uncover high-performing opportunities others often miss. Beyond investing, Kenny is the host of Cash Flow Positive, a top-ranked podcast that reached #30 in iTunes' Entrepreneur category and #85 among all U.S. business podcasts. Through his podcast, coaching, and speaking engagements, he shares proven strategies for spotting opportunities, leveraging data, and optimizing property performance. Kenny's straightforward, results-driven approach empowers investors to act with confidence—whether closing their first deal or scaling a portfolio. His mission is clear: to help others achieve financial freedom through real estate while avoiding the costly mistakes he's seen many investors make. To learn more about Jen Josey, visit https://www.therealjenjosey.com/ To join REIGN, visit https://www.reignmastermind.com/ Stuff Jen Josey Loves: https://www.reignmastermind.com/resources Buy Jen Josey's Book: From Beginner to Badass: https://a.co/d/bstKlby Interested in growing your rental portfolio with Jen as your coach? Check out Rental Property Pro: https://rentalproppro.com/booking?am_id=reign
This week I'm welcoming back one of my favourite guests, Neely Khan, founder of the storytelling agency Artwork Creative. This is her second time joining me in less than six months - and there's a good reason for that. Neely is at the forefront of one of the most important shifts we're seeing in vacation rental marketing: the rise of AI-powered search. If you're still trying to wrap your head around terms like SEO, GEO, and AEO, you're not alone. But understanding these isn't optional anymore - it's essential if you want your business to remain visible and relevant in today's evolving digital landscape. Neely breaks things down beautifully. We talk about the difference between Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), and how Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) fits into the mix. More importantly, she shares how vacation rental professionals can start optimizing their content for AI-driven platforms like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Microsoft Copilot - without losing the soul of their brand. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Are you purchasing your next short-term rental property? In today's episode, I'm talking through every step of being under contract for our next rental: Elysian, the dome house. I'm sharing what we prioritized in our contract negotiation, our process of hiring an interior designer, plus the new brand identity created just for this property. Time-stamps:Negotiating our offer and contract (1:51)The due diligence period (3:05)Hiring an interior designer (7:42)Co-hosting Services (13:02)Creating the brand for the property (14:21)Starting a waitlist and initial marketing (21:31)Setting up the business side (23:32)Mentioned in This Episode:Co-hosting Services: www.brandandmarket.co/cohosting Elysian on Instagram: instagram.com/stayatelysianEpisode 69 Elysian Airbnb Case Study [Part 1]: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/buying-for-short-term-rental-opportunities-elysianColor Palettes Blog Post:Connect with Ali: Website: brandandmarket.coInstagram: instagram.com/brandandmarket.co
The PNE Amphitheatre is going to cost 3x more than planned Guest: Pete Fry, Vancouver City Councillor BC Housing Minister talks Short Term Rentals Guest: Christine Boyle, BC Minister of Housing Is AI killing cooking? Guest: Carrie Forrest, the creator of the website and YouTube channel, Clean Eating Kitchen An explosion of rat activity in the city Guest: Kareem Allam, Vancouver Mayoral Candidate Are people giving up on home ownership and renting forever? Guest: Viler Lika is the founder and CEO of SingleKey, a Canadian company that provides tenant screening and risk management solutions for landlords and property managers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of the Hospitable Hosts podcast, we interview Paul Stewart, founder of Cozy Co-Host, who shares insights on scaling a short-term rental management business from zero to nearly 100 properties in just a few years. Paul discusses the competitive landscape of the Jersey Shore market, operational strategies that have contributed to their rapid growth, the importance of dynamic pricing, and how effective guest communication enhances the overall experience. He also addresses the challenges of managing property-related expenses and offers advice for aspiring co-hosts.Sleep easy, host confidently with Hospitable. Automate your guest messages, sync your calendar across booking channels, and protect yourself from bad direct booking guests.Sign up today at hospitable.com/podcast and get 25% off your bill for 3 months.
Click Here for the Show Notes In this episode of Passive Real Estate Investing, Melissa Nash and seasoned lender Aaron Chapman break down the headline everyone's talking about: the 50-year mortgage. They dig into how this could impact affordability, cash flow, inflation, and long-term leverage—and why waiting for “perfect timing” could leave investors completely sidelined. With clear, no-nonsense insights on market demand, refinancing strategy, and smart acquisition moves, Melissa and Aaron outline exactly what investors should be doing right now to stay ahead. Don't miss this one—listen in, then book a strategy call to start mapping out your investment plan today. -------------------------------- Download your FREE copy of: The Ultimate Guide to Passive Real Estate Investing. See our available Turnkey Cash-Flow Rental Properties. SUBSCRIBE on iTunes If you missed our last episode, be sure to listen to TBT: Ask Marco - Long or Short-Term Rental? Our team of Investment Counselors has much more inventory available than what you see on our website. Contact us today for more deals. -------------------------------------------------------- #LearningRealEstate #AskMarco #PassiveRealEstateInvesting #Turnkeyproperties #RealEstatePodcast #Investment #investors #RealEstateInvestors #RentalProperties #TurnkeyProperties #NoradaRealEstateInvestments
More than 650,000 people could attend the World Cup in Kansas City next summer, and all of them will need a place to stay. That's why the Kansas City Council is changing its rules around short-term rentals to make it easier for residents to host visitors.
What you'll learn in this episode: ● The difference between short-term and long-term rental markets● Why vacation-driven markets with limited hotels are the best investment● How to choose markets that maximize cash flow● The #1 mistake investors make when buying their first Airbnb● Why Avery avoids “emerging markets” everyone is hyping online● How to scale a short-term rental business efficiently (even with a full-time job)● How to out-host the competition and treat rentals like a real business● How regulations impact profitability—and how to choose markets that protect you● Avery's journey from one rental to a 250+ property empire To find out more about Dan Rochon and the CPI Community, you can check these links:Website: No Broke MonthsPodcast: No Broke Months for Salespeople PodcastInstagram: @donrochonxFacebook: Dan RochonLinkedIn: Dan RochonTeach to Sell Preorder: Teach to Sell: Why Top Performers Never Sell – And What They Do Instead
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In this conversation, Theresa Agey discusses the importance of home staging in real estate, emphasizing how it helps potential buyers visualize the space. She highlights the need to appeal to a wide audience and the challenges of staging homes to attract buyers without misrepresenting the actual living experience. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
In this week's episode of Kankakee Podcast News, Drew Raisor delivers the top headlines from around the county. Kankakee officials announced stricter enforcement of snow-route parking regulations this winter, emphasizing towing for vehicles blocking priority streets once snowfall reaches two inches. Illinois residents will see lower Thanksgiving costs this year as turkey prices fall more than 16 percent, bringing the average cost of a classic dinner for 10 down to $49.20 statewide. Manteno approved a new short-term rental ordinance for Airbnb and VRBO hosts, removing several proposed requirements and omitting a 5% hotel tax while strengthening tools to address problem properties. The Relay for Life of Kankakee County fundraiser exceeded expectations, raising more than $255,000 for cancer research and patient support programs. Finally, the Illinois Commerce Commission reduced Nicor Gas's proposed rate hike by nearly half, lowering its profit rate and expanding protections for low-income customers.Send us a textSupport the show
Click Here for the Show Notes Today's episode dives into a question many new investors wrestle with: Should you buy a long-term rental or take a swing at a short-term vacation rental? Sandy, who's currently working with my team, reached out for guidance as she and her partner prepare to purchase their first investment property in Florida. While long-term rentals offer predictability and stability, short-term rentals can deliver eye-popping cashflow—sometimes two, three, even four times more. But as we explore in this conversation, those higher returns come with trade-offs: unpredictable occupancy, increased expenses, constant turnover, potential regulatory headaches, and more hands-on management. I break down the pros, cons, risks, and realities of short-term rentals, contrast them with tried-and-true long-term strategies, and share why I personally stay on the long-term side of the fence. If you're weighing your options or considering stepping into the vacation-rental world, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Subscribe, tune in, and take notes. -------------------------------- Throwback Thursday Episode (The episode originally took place in the year 2020) This episode is part of our Throwback Series and may include references to older content such as web classes, events, promotions, or links that are no longer active or available. While the conversation and insights still hold value, please note that some information may be outdated. -------------------------------- If you missed our last episode, be sure to listen to The Hidden 1031 Strategy: How to Buy a Duplex at a Discount and Grow Your Portfolio Fast Download your FREE copy of: The Ultimate Guide to Passive Real Estate Investing. See our available Turnkey Cash-Flow Rental Properties. Our team of Investment Counselors has much more inventory available than what you see on our website. Contact us today for more deals.
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In this conversation, Michael Chang discusses the importance of building relationships in business, emphasizing the need for mutual value exchange and collaboration. He shares insights on how to effectively communicate and plan with others to foster deeper connections and achieve business goals. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
In this episode, Heather sits down with Dr. Rachel Gainsbrugh from Short Term Gems to explore how artificial intelligence is changing the way short-term rental businesses operate. Rachel shares how she moved from being a pharmacist to building a real estate education company focused on medical professionals, and how AI is now a core part of that mission. They discuss how AI is helping hosts get more done with less effort, speed up onboarding, reduce mistakes, and support team members in delivering better guest experiences. Rachel gives examples from her work building hundreds of GPTs, creating custom tools, and teaching property managers how to automate without losing the personal touch. Whether you're just curious or already using AI, you'll walk away with practical ideas to try in your business. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Ever wondered how to successfully manage a short-term rental hundreds of miles away—without losing your sanity or your weekends?In this episode, I sit down with Lydia Patel, a pharmacist who's mastered the art of remote property management while balancing a full-time career and family life. Lydia's story proves that you don't need to live near your investment to make it thrive—you just need the right systems, people, and mindset to make it work.From setting up her Florida rental property while caring for a newborn to building a trustworthy team of local professionals, Lydia walks us through the practical steps that turned her long-distance investment into a sustainable success. Her journey is a blueprint for anyone looking to create a business that fits seamlessly into real life, not the other way around.We explore the exact tech tools and strategies that make remote management possible—from noise monitoring and digital locks to streamlined property management software. But at its heart, this conversation is about more than tools—it's about resilience, resourcefulness, and redefining what freedom looks like in real estate.Lydia's insights will inspire you to think differently about investing, scaling, and balancing it all. Her story is proof that with strategy, systems, and heart, you can manage your business from anywhere and still have a life you love.HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY POINTS:[00:52] A short introduction about our guest Lydia Patel, how her hosting journey began, and walks us through the long-distance managing her Florida short-term rental while living full-time in Minnesota[05:59] Lydia opens up about the steep learning curve and operational surprises of managing her Florida rental remotely right after giving birth[09:45] Lydia details how she built a dependable remote team by combining local expertise, reliable systems, and open communication[14:02] Lydia shares how smart technology and integrated systems make remote property management seamless and secure [19:23] Lydia opens up about overcoming the emotional challenges of managing from afar and learning to let go of control[24:04] How to turn preventable mistakes into refined systems that strengthen business operations over time [29:12] Lydia shares the real challenges of juggling motherhood, work, hosting, and the mindset shift that helped her find balance[32:24] How sharing Lydia's journey through content creation became an authentic way to give back and connect with others on a similar path [35:22] Lydia shares how she balances creativity and delegation in managing her content creation process [39:43] The lightning round Golden Nuggets:“Never make assumptions; look for those opportunities where slip ups happen, and write a process to fill in a gap so that there's no question.”“There's something very rewarding about feeling like you're helping someone else. And so if I can share something that I've done, a tip, a helpful trick, a strategy that's been beneficial for me, if I'm able to pay it forward and help someone else.”“Slow months are real. Don't panic over it, just budget for it.”“Just stay human. Yes, it's a business, but there's a human aspect to it. Whether it's the relationship with your team members, relationship with your guest and
How do you scale short-term rentals into a hospitality brand for large groups—and use bourbon tourism to keep your calendar full? In this episode, Brian Hamrick talks with Andrew Llewellyn, founder of Super Stays, about how he's turning old office buildings into boutique-style short-term rentals that host bachelor parties, weddings, and corporate retreats of 8 to 42 people along the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. Andrew shares: Why large group stays outperform traditional Airbnbs How to brand and differentiate your STR business from the competition The power of upsells: private chefs, curated bourbon tastings, and luxury vans How bourbon tourism fuels consistent demand and high occupancy Lessons from scaling his first 15-bedroom property and building his next one The role of AI automations in streamlining guest communication If you're exploring short-term rental investing, hospitality branding, or large group travel, this episode is packed with practical strategies and inspiration. Find out more: https://superstaysstr.com/ https://andrewllewellyn.com/ Instagram & Linkedin: @IamAndrewllewellyn Today's episode is brought to you by Green Property Management, managing everything from single family homes to apartment complexes in the West Michigan area. https://www.livegreenlocal.com And RCB & Associates, helping Michigan-based real estate investors and small business owners navigate the complex world of health insurance and medicare benefits. https://www.rcbassociatesllc.com
KC Short Term Rental Alliance president Susan Brown joins Get Real KC to discuss needed housing for Kansas City's guests during the upcoming World Cup matches and how short-term rentals might be something to consider for the average homeowner. Learn about regulations, costs, platforms and information about which countries might home base in Kansas City, and when we'll know. If you've ever thought about trying out short term rentals, this is the episode for you!
Good morning, afternoon, and evening, fellow real estate gladiators! Ever wondered if those sweet Airbnb profits are just a myth, or if you can actually turn a rental into a cash-flowing beast? Well, get ready, because Scott is joined by the Twin Cities' own rockstar investor, Mike Swenson! Mike's not just an amazing investor, he's a realtor-broker, a multifamily maven, and he's mastered the art of short-term rental (STR) arbitrage. We're diving deep into his journey from a foreclosed townhouse to building a robust real estate empire, including some juicy stories from the front lines of STR management. If you're looking to boost your cash flow, scale your portfolio, or just avoid cleaning up after a wild party, this episode is your golden ticket!In this episode, you'll learn:Arbitrage & Strategic Market Shift: Discover Mike's strategic pivot from Minneapolis/St. Paul's complex regulations and tenant-friendly policies to the growth potential of Southern Minnesota (hello, Mayo Clinic!). Learn how STR arbitrage became his "air game" – a brilliant way to gain experience and quick cash flow without the huge capital commitment of "slow-flip" apartment buildings.Nailing STR Profitability: The 2X Rule & Smart Due Diligence: Forget the 1% rule for traditional rentals; Mike shares how he aims for 2X the conventional rent for his short-term rentals. Get his insider tips on using tools like AirDNA for market analysis, spotting "notch above" properties (think updated kitchens & baths!), and why consistent year-round demand (near airports, attractions like the Mall of America, and business hubs) trumps seasonal "cabin country" for stable income.Landlord Hacks & Ironclad Insurance: Mike reveals his secret sauce for convincing landlords to embrace STR arbitrage – frame it as a "corporate rental" and highlight the benefits of consistent property oversight, proactive maintenance, and reliable rent. Plus, understand the crucial role of specialized landlord insurance and the necessity of your own STR policy to protect against those inevitable "hiccups" (like, say, a drug lab or a wild party!).The Unfiltered Truth of STR Operations: Cleaners, Guests & The Occasional Chaos: Prepare for the unfiltered truth about STR management! Mike breaks down the biggest operational challenges: finding and managing reliable cleaning crews (a major expense!), handling demanding guests (some expect the Four Seasons, bless their hearts!), and the constant battle against wear and tear (RIP that toilet paper holder!). Learn why banning one-night and same-day local bookings became his hard-earned golden rule to dodge party animals and less-than-desirable tenants.Scaling Smart: From Side Hustle to Empire & Your Next Steps: Mike reflects on his journey, explaining why arbitrage was his training ground and how he eyes future growth by owning STR properties for long-term appreciation or scaling into hospitality ventures. He offers crucial advice: truly understand your numbers (margins can shrink!), don't scale too fast, and always include lease clauses to protect yourself from changing STR regulations. Remember, it's not truly passive until you build the right leverage!So there you have it, folks! Mike Swenson's deep dive into the dynamic world of short-term rentals and multifamily investing proves that with strategy, resilience, and a good sense of humor, you can navigate the ups and downs of real estate. From dodging party planners to mastering landlord relations, his insights are pure gold. Ready to grab some of that cash flow for yourself and maybe even build an apartment empire? Connect with Mike and let his journey inspire your own. Go out, take some action, and let's turn those properties into cash cows (preferably without the weed smokers!). We'll see you at the top!Watch the Original VIDEO HERE!Connect with Mike Here!Book a Call With Scott HERE!Sign up for the next FREE One-Day Note Class HERE!Sign up for the WCN Membership HERE!
Are you thinking about purchasing your next short-term rental property? In today's episode, I'm talking through every step of the process in finding our next rental: Elysian, the dome house. I'm sharing how I found the property, what expenses I researched beforehand, and how we even ended up staying the night to experience the rental ourselves. Time-stamps:Searching for our next short-term rental (1:53)Finding the Dome House (4:48)Researching the property (8:03)Accessing the P&Ls (11:46)Co-hosting Services (13:45)The perfect getaway location (15:04)Staying at the property prior to purchase (15:59)Reviewing the reviews with ChatGPT (21:22)Double-checking the utilities and zoning laws (22:35)Mentioned in This Episode:Co-hosting Services: www.brandandmarket.co/cohosting The offer sheet daily: theoffersheet.comConnect with Ali: Website: brandandmarket.coInstagram: instagram.com/brandandmarket.co
We go over a new report on short-term rental recommendations with New Orleans City Councilmember JP Morrell.
277 - Unlocking Tax Efficiency and Asset Protection with Stefan Belhomme and Michelle Nice Welcome to the Real Estate Investor Growth Network (REIGN) with your host, Jen Josey! In this episode, Jen reveals her top 5 tips for launching a profitable short-term rental property, including how to navigate local regulations, maximize occupancy, and create an unforgettable guest experience—perfect for both new and seasoned real estate investors. Jen is joined by specialists from Prudent Wealth Strategies: Stefan Belhomme and Michelle Nice. Together, they dive deep into advanced real estate investing strategies focused on tax efficiency, asset protection, and building generational wealth. Learn about structuring your real estate business for maximum protection, using trusts and LLCs effectively, and why financial education is critical for long-term success. Whether you're just starting in real estate or looking to scale your investment portfolio, this episode is packed with actionable advice on short-term rentals, tax planning, estate planning, and smart business structures. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction to REIGN & Host Jen Josey 01:01 – Top 5 Tips for Launching a Short-Term Rental 03:37 – Meet the Guests: Stefan Belhomme & Michelle Nice 05:26 – Importance of Tax Efficiency & Asset Protection 07:11 – Real-Life Examples & Practical Advice 08:43 – Structuring Your Business for Success 10:52 – Ownership vs. Control: Protecting Your Assets 24:10 – Building Generational Wealth with Trusts 26:20 – Ensuring Your LLC is in Your Trust 27:07 – The Importance of Funding Your Trust 27:57 – Handling Assets After Death 29:33 – Educating Clients on Trusts 30:54 – Planning for the Future 34:26 – Real-Life Success Stories 36:46 – First Steps for New Investors 38:54 – The Tax and Estate Academy 40:15 – BADASS Acronym Breakdown 49:51 – Final Thoughts & Contact Information Key topics: Short-term rental investing Real estate investor tips Tax strategies for real estate Asset protection for investors LLCs and trusts explained Building generational wealth Financial education for investors Real-life real estate success stories Don't miss this episode if you want to grow your real estate portfolio, protect your assets, and plan for long-term wealth. Make sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more real estate investing tips from Jen and the REIGN Nation! Stefan Belhomme is the founder of Prudent Wealth Strategies, LLC and a graduate of Rollins College in Winter Park, FL. He is a Registered Tax Planner and Certified Tax, Trust, & Estate Specialist. Since 2006, he has helped countless business owners and investors utilize advanced tax structures and strategies and understand the rules of the game so they can play it more efficiently. Michelle Nice is an Advanced Tax Consultant & Trust Funding Specialist at Prudent Wealth Strategies, she is also a licensed insurance broker and graduate of Nova Southeastern University, in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Additionally, Michelle is the founder of Wake Up N' Mahj Social Club an American mahjong social club that supports mom & pop businesses around Wake County and the surrounding areas. Growing up the daughter of a small business owner, the exposure to the risks and ups and downs of owning a business groomed Michelle from an early age, on the importance of maximizing a business's efficiency. Michelle specializes in helping business owners, investors and families meet their financial goals. Listening to business owners pain points, needs and goals is key to Michelle's success in implementing efficient strategies to achieve the greatest possible outcomes. Social Media Links: https://www.youtube.com/@thetaxandestateacademy https://www.facebook.com/thetaxandestateacademy https://www.instagram.com/thetaxandestateacademy/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefanbelhomme/ https://www.tiktok.com/@stefanbelhomme https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-nice/ Website: https://prudentwealthstrategies.com/ To learn more about Jen Josey, visit https://www.therealjenjosey.com/ To join REIGN, visit https://www.reignmastermind.com/ Stuff Jen Josey Loves: https://www.reignmastermind.com/resources Buy Jen Josey's Book: From Beginner to Badass: https://a.co/d/bstKlby Interested in growing your rental portfolio with Jen as your coach? Check out Rental Property Pro: https://rentalproppro.com/booking?am_id=reign
Which business model should you start? Get Andrew's cheat sheet with his full ranking and real profit margins here: https://clickhubspot.com/dge Episode 762: What's the best business to start in 2026? Agencies, SaaS, Restaurants, Real Estate, Marketplaces. Angel Investing; Andrew Wilkinson has played every game. He built 38 companies, lost $10 million, and still ended up with a $300 million portfolio. This week, @shaanpuri spoke with him about: the best and worst business models to win in 2026 starting Tiny with just $4M (now $250M) the truth behind the Twitter hate on Tiny's stock why buying companies beats building them His is not a redemption story. It is the unapologetic reality of building, failing, and getting back up. — Show Notes: (0:00) Intro (3:06) MLM (4:28) Freelancer (5:07) Agency (9:33) SaaS (14:48) Restaurant (17:03) Marketplace (19:43) Short Term Rentals (20:52) Content Creator (23:06) Real Estate (26:16) Fund Management (35:21) Local Services (36:36) Investing (38:12) Sweaty Startup (43:15) Tiny stock performance (52:20) The courage to be disliked (1:10:21) Inputs v outputs — Links: • Tiny - https://tiny.com/ • Never Enough - https://www.neverenough.com/ • Serato - https://serato.com/ • Rekordbox - https://rekordbox.com • Pershing Square Holdings - https://pershingsquareholdings.com/ • Invest Like The Best - https://www.youtube.com/@ILTB_Podcast • The Courage To Be Disliked - https://tinyurl.com/5fk3sa79 — Check Out Shaan's Stuff: • Shaan's weekly email - https://www.shaanpuri.com • Visit https://www.somewhere.com/mfm to hire worldwide talent like Shaan and get $500 off for being an MFM listener. Hire developers, assistants, marketing pros, sales teams and more for 80% less than US equivalents. • Mercury - Need a bank for your company? Go check out Mercury (mercury.com). Shaan uses it for all of his companies! Mercury is a financial technology company, not an FDIC-insured bank. Banking services provided by Choice Financial Group, Column, N.A., and Evolve Bank & Trust, Members FDIC — Check Out Sam's Stuff: • Hampton - https://www.joinhampton.com/ • Ideation Bootcamp - https://www.ideationbootcamp.co/ • Copy That - https://copythat.com • Hampton Wealth Survey - https://joinhampton.com/wealth • Sam's List - http://samslist.co/ My First Million is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by HubSpot Media // Production by Arie Desormeaux // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano //
Hilchos Shlichus Part 4: Flight got canceled does he have to pay for the short term rental?? The shliach didn't pull through, is he chayav to pay for monetary loss??
Bookings are down. The market's soft. And 2025 is separating the real hosts from the hobbyists.In this Vacation Home Help Podcast episode, John Andrew — founder of Florida's largest Airbnb cleaning and co-hosting network — shares the fundamentals every host needs to stay profitable and stay in business through the slowdown.You'll learn: ✅ Why every host must use a dynamic pricing tool (PriceLabs, Beyond, or Wheelhouse) — and actually learn it ✅ How your comp set determines your results ✅ The chaos from Airbnb's new host-fee shift — and why active monitoring and pivots are essential ✅ When to ditch your PMS if it's costing more than it's helping ✅ Why now is not the time for expensive renovations or upgrades ✅ How to stay lean, build cash reserves, and bootstrap when things get tough ✅ The power of mastering the basics — photos, pricing, and guest experience ✅ And why most gurus, coaches, and STR “mentors” are flat-out misleading youNo fluff. No secret sauce. Just fundamentals and updates that actually matter for operators who want to win long-term.
Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version
In this episode of the Real Estate Pros Podcast, host Erika chats with Jojo Rodriguez-Caraballo, a home consultant and realtor with a diverse background in cleaning and property management. Jojo shares her journey from being a cleaning business owner to entering the real estate market, highlighting the importance of understanding client needs and the challenges of the saturated short-term rental market. She emphasizes the significance of proper home design and consulting to maximize returns on real estate investments. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version
In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, host Erika chats with Kenny Bedwell, a successful investor in the short-term rental market. Kenny shares his journey from a corporate job to real estate investing, emphasizing the importance of diversification and understanding market dynamics. He discusses the creation of his company, STR Insights, which helps investors find viable markets and properties. Kenny also highlights common pitfalls in real estate investment and the significance of enhancing guest experiences to ensure success in the short-term rental business. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
From real estate tax strategies to custom guest books to leaky ice maker lines, this episode covers it all. Today I'm riding solo to share why—despite all the horror stories—I decided to launch my first Airbnb and how I'm approaching it like any other high-performing business owner. Listen in as I break down the full setup process, including sourcing a trustworthy co-host, AI-assisted marketing, home automation tools, and the long-term vision behind the property. You'll also hear why this project is about more than ROI, as well as why a physical, branded experience can be just as satisfying to build as a digital business. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3WYBr9r Interested in our Private Community for 7-Figure Store Owners? Learn more here. Want to hear about new episodes and eCommerce news round-ups? Subscribe via email.