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SUCI Co-Host Mark Ainley gives a presentation on his deals over the last 30 months at the WSBOA meetup! Mark shares details on various deals including flips, BRRRRs, and even short-term rentals. He explains how he sourced, financed, and stabilized these deals. He discusses biggest wins and top lessons learned. Mark closes the presentation with the biggest REI takeaways and a Q&A session that you won't want to miss! If you enjoy today's episode, please leave us a review and share with someone who may also find value in this content! ============= Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Properties for Sale on the North Side? We want to buy them. Email: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Have a vacancy? We can place your next tenant and give you back 30-40 hours of your time. Learn more: GCRealtyInc.com/tenant-placement Has Property Mgmt become an opportunity cost for you? Let us lower your risk and give you your time back to grow. Learn more: GCRealtyinc.com ============= Guest: Mark Ainley, GC Realty & Development Link: Mark's Instagram Link: WSBOA Meetup Guest Questions: 06:07 Housing Provider Tip - Understand root causes of water intrusion to efficiently solve issues. 08:11 Mark's first acquisition with Lantz! 16:18 Lessons learned on Mark's Hoffman Estates deal. 19:57 Home run BRRRR deal in Schaumburg! 27:56 Mark's syndication deal. 30:36 A quick flip in Downers Grove and FHA househack in Jefferson Park! 36:14 Flip deal in Hanover Park. 37:28 Rough deal in Elgin! 41:18 Mark's recent deal in Rolling Meadows. 42:37 Locking up a Downers Grove Ranch property. 44:38 Experimenting with a Short-Term Rental project! 47:13 Mark's key takeaways! 52:08 Q&A. 59:37 Chicago fact! ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2026.
Most investors follow the crowd. Bill Faeth prefers to go the other direction. In this episode, Dave Dubeau sits down with short term rental investor Bill Faeth to discuss why today's best opportunities often exist where fewer investors are looking. Bill shares how he evaluates markets, why he focuses on destination properties, and how his marketing strategy extends well beyond Airbnb and Vrbo. They also discuss market regulations, rental arbitrage, tax benefits, appreciation, and why successful investors should understand their long term goals before purchasing any property. If you are interested in short term rentals, this conversation offers a practical look at building a portfolio with intention instead of simply following market trends. Key Topics Finding opportunities in overlooked markets Investing in destination properties Why off platform marketing matters Looking beyond Airbnb and Vrbo The four drivers of real estate wealth Why Bill avoids rental arbitrage Choosing markets with established regulations Building a portfolio that supports your long term goals Guest Information Bill Faeth is a real estate entrepreneur, short term rental investor, hotel owner, educator, and founder of the Build Short Term Rental Wealth community. His portfolio includes destination properties, hotels, and unique vacation rentals across multiple markets. Instagram: @BillFaith73 Facebook Group: Build Short Term Rental Wealth Call to Action Connect with Bill on Instagram at @BillFaith73, send him a direct message with your questions, or join the Build Short Term Rental Wealth Facebook community to continue learning about short term rental investing.
When buying your first rental property, everyone gives you the same advice: play it safe, get a long-term tenant, and collect the rent. But that same house, run as an Airbnb, can often make two or three times the cash flow. So which investing strategy should you actually use for your first deal? Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Today, we're settling this debate once and for all: short-term rentals or long-term rentals? We both grabbed a real, middle-of-the-road property from our own portfolios, put them head to head, and broke down the three things that actually matter for rookie investors: the money, the workload, and the risk. Ashley's long-term rental might have the edge when it comes to ease of management, but Tony's short-term rental tax loophole gives certain investors a way to (legally) slash their tax bills by thousands. There is no one-size-fits-all answer here. But by the end of this episode, you'll know exactly which strategy fits your investing goals! In This Episode We Cover Real properties with real numbers from Tony and Ashley's portfolios Why measuring your cash-on-cash return is crucial when comparing these strategies How much time it actually takes to manage a long-term or short-term rental The biggest risks to consider before committing to either strategy How to potentially slash your tax bill by thousands with the short-term rental loophole And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-744. Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
AI is changing short-term rentals – but is it actually solving problems for hosts, or just adding more noise?In this episode of Build for Growth, Margot Schmorak, CEO and Co-Founder of Hostfully, cuts through the hype and breaks down what AI is genuinely automating right now, what is still more promise than reality, and what hosts risk losing if they don't build the right tech stack.Key questions answered in this episode:• What is AI actually changing in STR today – and what's still hype?• How close is AI to solving guest communication (the biggest time drain)?• Does your tech stack influence how Airbnb markets your property?• What does an AI-ready STR set-up look like right now?• What happens to hosts who don't adapt over the next three years?Build for Growth is a new series from Host Planet and Hostfully, built for vacation rental hosts and property managers who are serious about scaling smarter.
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In this episode, Justin and Chelsea Meek share their journey from a 19-year W-2 job to building a successful real estate portfolio in Tulsa. They discuss strategies for scaling, systems for managing rentals, and how to buy back time while maintaining cash flow. In this episode, we explore the practical strategies and systems used by a successful real estate investor to optimize operations, automate processes, and scale their portfolio. Discover insights on time management, software automation, team building, and the importance of peer networks. 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 —--------------------
This episode was sponsored by Cardiff & BNB Investor Academy LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ Today's Dropping Bombs episode delivers a blueprint for building wealth with zero experience with Michael Elefante — the burned-out cold-caller who bought his first Airbnb in 2019 and turned it into a $27 million short-term rental empire. Michael breaks down the "idiot tax" costing high earners millions, why boring rentals lose to million-dollar experiences (think turf golf courses and Dungeons & Dragons-themed bridges), and how he built a vertically integrated business — design, management, construction, and education — that runs on just 2 to 4 hours a week. Most people are one property away from a six-figure tax write-off and don't even know it.
Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version
In this episode, Will Lenoir shares his journey from military service to successful short-term rental management, emphasizing the importance of trust, relationship-building, and strategic growth in real estate investing. 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
Join us as Sandy Lee shares her journey from engineering to successful short-term rental investor, highlighting how her management skills and innovative use of AI are transforming her business. Discover practical insights on market analysis, operational efficiency, and building lasting relationships in real estate. 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 —--------------------
Is UK short-term rental regulation finally working in hosts' favour?In this episode of the Host Planet Podcast, Merilee Karr – CEO of UnderTheDoormat Group and former Chair of the Short Term Accommodation Association – breaks down exactly what's coming and what it means for your STR business.We cover UnderTheDoormat's acquisition of One Fine Stay's London and Paris portfolios, London's 90-day rule, the Renters' Rights Bill, Scotland's licensing system, and why the UK's registration scheme could finally give the STR industry the data it needs to fight back against the myths.
Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version
In this episode, Dashia LoCoco shares her journey from nursing to real estate investing, focusing on short-term rentals and wellness-based properties in Jacksonville. She discusses market strategies, data-driven decision making, and future opportunities in the STR space. 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 —--------------------
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In this episode, Luke Carl shares insights on how investors can identify high cash flow markets, operational secrets for profitability in vacation rentals, and opportunities in the current real estate climate. Perfect for investors looking to scale and succeed in short-term rental 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 —--------------------
Are you making the most of your 5-star reviews? Today I'm sharing a replay of episode 53, which is all about utilizing your short-term rental's 5-star reviews throughout your marketing. Tune in for action steps beyond simply just posting the reviews to your Instagram story.This episode originally aired as episode 53 on July 23, 2025.Time-stamps:Why you need to ask for 5-star reviews (5:56)How to ask for a 5-star review (10:19)20% off your annual subscription of Lodgify (13:30)What to do with your 5-star reviews on Airbnb (15:37)Reviews aren't just for marketing (18:24)When you earn less than 5 stars (19:58)Mentioned in This Episode:Use code “bmpod20” 20% off your annual subscription of Lodgify: brandandmarket.co/lodgifyConnect with Ali: Website: brandandmarket.coInstagram: instagram.com/brandandmarket.coBook a discovery call with Ali: brandandmarket.17hats.com/p#/scheduling
What if the smartest move in real estate right now isn't multifamily at all? While thousands of investors keep fighting over the same overpriced apartment deals, Zander Kemp walked away from 23 apartment buildings to chase something almost nobody else was building: luxury glamping and hot spring resorts parked right outside America's busiest national parks. In this episode, Zander, founder of Clear Summit Investments, breaks down exactly how he identified outdoor hospitality as a massively underpriced niche, still 90% owned by mom and pop operators, trading at cap rates nearly double what multifamily and self storage command. He walks through his entire investment thesis: why proximity to growing metro areas and capped national park visitation numbers create built in demand, how amenities like cold plunges and hot tubs drive outsized returns per unit, and how his Real Freedom Income Fund structures investor returns across three distinct paths, from 10% monthly cash flow to 14% compounded over three years. He also gets refreshingly specific about deal sourcing, the "work camper" staffing model that keeps his resorts running lean, and the exact criteria his team uses to evaluate a property before writing an offer. This episode is essential listening for accredited investors tired of razor thin multifamily margins and looking for a niche with real pricing power, and for anyone curious how a former military officer turned house flipper built a five resort portfolio averaging 24% annual returns. If you have ever wondered whether there is a smarter way to invest passively while still getting to enjoy what you own, this conversation lays out the blueprint. 5 Powerful Takeaways Discover why outdoor hospitality assets are trading at nearly double the cap rate of multifamily and self storage, and what that spread means for investor returns. Learn the exact location criteria Clear Summit uses before buying a resort, including proximity to national parks and growing metro job markets. Understand how strategic amenities like cold plunges and communal hot tubs can dramatically boost revenue per unit without ballooning costs. Get a clear breakdown of the three investment paths in the Real Freedom Income Fund and how to choose the right one for your cash flow goals. Hear how the "work camper" staffing model solves the on-site management problem for remote hospitality properties at a fraction of traditional labor costs. 00:00 Welcome to REIGN 00:53 Tax Lien Basics 03:26 Meet Zander Kemp 05:14 From Military to Multifamily 07:39 Why Outdoor Hospitality 11:02 Shifting in Tough Markets 13:54 National Parks Strategy 17:01 Resorts vs Short Term Rentals 18:11 Amenities and Day Passes 19:19 Investor Returns and Deal Criteria 22:53 Investor Paths Explained 24:27 Security and Redemption Terms 25:02 Resort Perks and Stays 27:01 Inside the Properties 28:44 Food Beverage Add Ons 29:28 On Site Staffing Model 31:34 Accredited Investor Rules 31:56 Clear Summit Growth Plans 33:01 How to Invest Now 34:13 Dogs and Dog Parks 34:58 Badass Book Mindset 36:24 Advice Focus and Drive 38:36 Goals Systems and Success 41:20 Closing and Subscribe About the Guest Zander Kemp is the founder of Clear Summit Investments, where he helps accredited investors build passive wealth through luxury RV and glamping resorts situated near America's national parks. Over nine years in real estate, he has completed 55 deals and worked with roughly 150 investors, scaling from single-family turnkey rentals to 23 apartment buildings before pivoting entirely into outdoor hospitality. He has since grown Clear Summit to five resorts across the Rocky Mountain region, delivering investors an average 24% annual return. Zander's background spans military service, high-rise and industrial development, and hands-on distressed multifamily renovation, giving him a rare, full-spectrum view of real estate investing. He now leads the Real Freedom Income Fund, built around the same freedom-focused philosophy that drives his own life between Hawaii's North Shore and the mountains he loves to climb. Resources & Websites Mentioned Clear Summit Investments: https://www.clearsummitinvestments.com Zander Kemp on LinkedIn Jen Josey: https://www.therealjenjosey.com/ REIGN Mastermind: https://www.reignmastermind.com/ Call to Action 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 New episodes drop every Monday Morning at 6am EST. See you next time.
You've got your colors, logo, and fonts, now what? In today's episode, I'm diving deeper into branding and brand activations: the secret to bringing your brand experience to life. Plus, I'm sharing a number of real-life examples for short-term rentals, boutique hotels, and personal brands. Time-stamps:Wednesday Wins (0:50)Defining brand activations (2:09)Examples of brand activations (3:40)How my clients have done brand activation (8:23)20% off your annual subscription of Lodgify (14:15)Brand activation for boutique hotels (15:16)Brand activation for personal brands (19:52)Creating your own brand activations (22:14)Mentioned in This Episode:Use code “bmpod20” 20% off your annual subscription of Lodgify: brandandmarket.co/lodgifyAcadia Evergreen Retreat: acadiaevergreenretreat.comThe Homestead at Cunningham Creek on Airbnb: airbnb.com/roomConnect with Ali: Website: brandandmarket.coInstagram: instagram.com/brandandmarket.coBook a discovery call with Ali: brandandmarket.17hats.com/p#/scheduling
From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Avery Carl is the author of "Short Term Rental, Long Term Wealth," and host of "The Short Term Show" podcast. He is the CEO of the nation's top STR real estate brokerage/team, The Short Term Shop. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. You learn by doing - not by overanalyzing. 2. You can self-manage a short-term rental without a property management company. 3. You can scale with short-term rentals, but keep in mind that there is also a lot of value in a diverse portfolio. Learn how to start your short-term rental investment journey - TheShortTermShop Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. 50 Days - Join JLD on his free '50 Days to Something' video series on YouTube and create something special in 50 days.
Global Investors: Foreign Investing In US Real Estate with Charles Carillo
In this episode of the Global Investors Podcast, Charles Carillo interviews Dan Rivers, founder of Synergy Stays, a short-term rental revenue management company helping investors and property managers maximize profitability. Dan shares how short-term rental investing has changed, why average Airbnb listings are struggling, and what today's successful STR operators are doing differently. He explains why short-term rentals should be treated as a real hospitality business, not just a real estate investment, and how better pricing, listing optimization, guest experience, amenities, and marketing can help owners increase bookings and revenue. Charles and Dan discuss Airbnb and Vrbo search rankings, revenue management, professional photography, listing titles, amenity optimization, guest avatars, cancellation policies, minimum-night stays, AI tools, five-star reviews, and how multifamily owners may be able to use short-term rentals to increase NOI. Learn More About Dan Here: SynergyStays - www.synergystayslocal.com Connect with the Global Investors Show, Charles Carillo and Harborside Partners: ◾ Setup a FREE 30 Minute Strategy Call with Charles: http://ScheduleCharles.com ◾ Learn How To Invest In Real Estate: https://www.SyndicationSuperstars.com/ ◾ FREE Passive Investing Guide: http://www.HSPguide.com ◾ Join Our Weekly Email Newsletter: http://www.HSPsignup.com ◾ Passively Invest in Real Estate: http://www.InvestHSP.com ◾ Global Investors Web Page: http://GlobalInvestorsPodcast.com/
The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals upholds a lower court ruling in Texas that significantly affects homeowner property rights, neighborhoods, and short-term rentals.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Fort Bend County Judge Chaos: Some Legal Considerations. Background: Is Daniel Wong Out as Fort Bend County Judge? Fort Bend commissioners call for interim county judge to vacate office. Daniel Wong pushes back against claims he no longer has authority as Fort Bend County judge.TPWD confirms established population of invasive Zebra Mussels in Lake Meredith; says lake is “infested.” The lake a major water source for Amarillo, Lubbock, and cities of the Canadian River Municipal Water Authority.Oil and gas drilling rig count jumps this week in Texas. Oil and gas expansion gains momentum; outlooks improve but cost pressures grow.SBOE passes much, delays highschool standards to September.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates. www.PrattonTexas.com
What does it take to survive—and thrive—through 15 years of nonstop change in the short-term rental industry? In this episode of The STR Data Lab, AirDNA Chief Economist Jamie Lane sits down with Brian Egan, Co-Founder and CEO of Evolve, to unpack the evolution of one of the industry's earliest and most influential companies. From launching before Airbnb became a household name to navigating COVID, supply surges, regulatory shifts, and today's AI revolution, Brian shares hard-earned lessons from building through every phase of the market.The conversation explores how Evolve pioneered an asset-light management model long before it became a trend, why the industry's post-pandemic hangover was more challenging than the boom itself, and what it takes to maintain growth when market conditions are constantly shifting. Brian offers an owner-focused perspective on performance, explaining why metrics like RevPAN matter and how operators can adapt as supply, demand, and traveler behavior continue to evolve.Jamie and Brian also dive deep into the transformative role of AI. From guest communications and revenue management to product development and operational efficiency, they discuss how technology is reshaping the way vacation rental businesses operate—and why the companies that combine strong foundations with rapid innovation will be best positioned for the next chapter of growth.You don't want to miss this episode!Key TakeawaysThe strongest businesses are built for long-term market cycles. Evolve's 15-year journey highlights the importance of staying focused through both industry booms and downturns.RevPAN remains a critical metric for understanding owner success. Looking beyond occupancy and ADR provides a clearer picture of real property performance.AI is becoming a force multiplier across every part of STR operations. Guest support, listing optimization, revenue management, and product development are already seeing meaningful gains.The future belongs to flexible management models. Owners increasingly want a balance of professional support, operational efficiency, and control over their assets.The industry's fundamentals remain strong. Despite recent challenges, growing travel demand, shifting consumer preferences, and continued innovation point toward a promising future for short-term rentals.Sign up for AirDNA for FREE
Discover how cost segregation and bonus depreciation can unlock massive first-year tax savings for short-term rental owners. Learn the critical participation rules and strategies to maximize deductions and cash flow today. VIk Randhawa, CPA City: Newark Address: 35111 Newark Boulevard Website: https://www.vikprocpa.com/ Phone: +1 510 258 4495 Email: Info@vikprocpa.com
Send us a message!In this episode of Alex & Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals, we are joined by Bob Milne, President and COO of First Chair Destinations.Bob has spent decades in the vacation rental industry, with leadership experience across Steamboat Resorts, Wyndham Vacation Rentals, Vacasa, Casago, and now First Chair Destinations. His career has taken him from building a local vacation rental company in Colorado to helping lead large-scale portfolios across some of the most recognizable names in the industry.Now, with First Chair Destinations, Bob is returning to a more focused, locally grounded model of vacation rental management.Throughout the conversation, Bob shares what he has learned from building and scaling vacation rental companies, what the industry can take away from the Vacasa to Casago transition, and why the future of vacation rental management still depends on strong local teams, trusted owner relationships, and consistent guest hospitality.He also discusses the role of technology, AI, distribution, OTAs, private equity, and consolidation in shaping what comes next for the industry.Episode Chapters:03:22 - Bob's path through Steamboat, Wyndham, Vacasa, Casago, and First Chair06:26 - What the Vacasa to Casago transition revealed about the industry10:25 - How First Chair is approaching its next chapter15:29 - What rapid growth has taught the vacation rental industry16:18 - Why local teams still matter in a scaled industry17:05 - How hospitality can get lost as companies grow23:56 - What operators can learn from the Vacasa to Casago transition27:51 - What consolidation could mean for the industry30:06 - Where AI can support vacation rental operations33:16 - Building a hospitality-first culture across local teams40:47 - Why OTAs still play a major role in distribution46:56 - How owner expectations around channel visibility are changing49:34 - Why the future of vacation rentals is still local51:57 - How guest expectations are changingConnect with Bob:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertemilne/ Website: https://www.firstchair.com/ ✨ Exclusive Offers to Alex & Annie Listeners: Thinking about the next chapter for your vacation rental business? Connect with Monarch Collective to explore what growth could look like with the right platform behind you.
When it comes to email marketing for your short-term rental, what makes it worth your while? In today's episode, I'm taking a deeper look into StayFi, a WiFi marketing platform commonly used by short-term rental owners. I'm sharing whether or not I think StayFi is worth it, and what other email marketing platforms I'd consider as well. Time-stamps:Wednesday Wins (0:57)What is StayFi and how do rates work? (2:15)Why StayFi isn't the best for your branding (5:55)Could StayFi hurt your deliverability rates? (7:27)20% off your annual subscription of Lodgify (10:20)You can't connect with guests before they book (11:27)StayFi vs. traditional email marketing platforms (13:33)Would I choose StayFi or a traditional platform? (17:52)Mentioned in This Episode:Use code “bmpod20” 20% off your annual subscription of Lodgify: brandandmarket.co/lodgify50% off your first year subscription to Flodesk: partners.flodesk.com/brand-and-marketEpisode 98: Marketing Your Short-Term Rental in 2026: The Spider Web Strategy: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/98-marketing-your-short-term-rental-in-2026Episode 31: Why Your Real Estate Business Needs to Utilize Email Marketing: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/31-why-your-real-estate-business-needs-to-utilize-emailConnect with Ali: Website: brandandmarket.coInstagram: instagram.com/brandandmarket.coBook a discovery call with Ali: brandandmarket.17hats.com/p#/scheduling
On this episode of the WIIRE podcast, we got to sit down with Shaletha Colbert, a military brat turned investor-friendly realtor, to unpack how she went from corporate benefits sales, postpartum, and a surprise layoff to owning and profiting from short‑term rentals in Costa Rica. This conversation is a must‑listen for female real estate investors who are: Feeling stuck in six‑figure corporate jobs Craving more freedom, flexibility, and “mini retirements” Curious about investing abroad and short‑term rentals You'll hear how Shaletha: Got “bit by the Airbnb bug” in Atlanta during the Super Bowl Evaluated different countries before choosing Costa Rica Protected herself with smart due diligence, escrow checks, and local teams Structured and operated two ocean‑view condos as profitable short‑term rentals Eventually exited with a strong gain (from $395K to $580K) and what she'd do differently next time She also shares three concrete tips to start investing internationally: Research deeply beyond the dreamy Instagram version Find an investor‑friendly, CIPS‑certified local agent Leverage Facebook groups and expat communities as free masterminds If you've ever wondered, “Could I really buy a vacation rental overseas?” this episode will challenge your limits and show you what's possible. Resources: Book your spot at WIIRE Summer Camp before it fills up Connect with Shaletha on Instagram Simplify how you manage your rentals with TurboTenant Make sure your name is on the list to secure your spot in The WIIRE Community Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Leave us a review on Spotify Join our private Facebook Community Connect with us on Instagram
A court case in Winnipeg has offered a rare glimpse into the mechanics of how human trafficking can work. And it showed that short-rental rentals, like Airbnb and Vrbo, can be used by traffickers while on the move with their victims. But some cities, like Winnipeg, are taking action. Temur Durrani is a reporter for The Globe based in Winnipeg. He explains the story of a Quebec teenager who survived being trafficked and the regulations Winnipeg has put in place to try and combat human traffickers from using short-term rentals. Questions? Comments? Ideas? Email us at thedecibel@globeandmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version
In this episode, Christian Norman shares his journey from boutique hospitality to real estate investing, highlighting his innovative approach to short-term rentals and how he's scaling his business despite market challenges. Discover actionable strategies for creating turnkey rental properties, leveraging experiential design, and building a resilient business model. 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 —--------------------
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Joining us in this episode of Living Off Rentals is a real estate broker and short-term rental investor who has built a 16-unit Airbnb portfolio across multiple states while keeping family and lifestyle a top priority. In her second appearance on the show, Michelle Norman shares how she and her husband went from purchasing their very first Airbnb five years ago, to a thriving multi-state portfolio without physically ever going to their properties. She opens up about the early mistakes, the growing pains, and the systems she put in place to finally make it feel manageable. She also gets into the numbers — how she chooses her markets, what she looks for in a deal, and how she finances properties using DSCR loans and private lenders. She also talks about her 18-year-old son buying his very first Airbnb — a full-circle moment for a family that has built a lifestyle by design from short-term rentals. Whether you're just getting started or looking to scale without sacrificing the things that matter most, Michelle's story is one you'll want to hear. Enjoy the show! Key Takeaways: [00:00] Michelle Norman and her background [03:25] Getting into real estate investing [04:07] Growing from 0 to 16 Airbnb units [07:27] Passive income became the goal [10:44] Lessons learned while scaling the business [13:28] Hiring a virtual assistant to run operations [15:57] Mistakes and growing pains in the early years [17:12] Using Turno to manage cleaners and maintenance [20:00] Choosing investment markets [22:40] Michelle's 18-year-old son buys his first Airbnb [29:14] Building confidence to invest remotely [32:45] What they look for in Airbnb deals [34:34] Financing properties with DSCR loans and private lenders [36:39] Michelle's advice for first-time investors [39:36] How she structures her work-life balance [45:03] Setting boundaries in running multiple businesses [45:52] Connect with Michelle Norman [47:30] Outro Guest Links: Website: https://www.itsmichellenorman.com/ M&J Getaways: mandjgetaways.com Instagram: @mandjgetaways Show Links: Want to start investing in short-term rentals? Book a call to see if my STR Blueprint program is a good fit for you: livingoffrentals.com/call 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
Send us a message!AI is changing the way travelers search, compare, and book vacation rentals. But what does that mean for direct bookings, local brands, and the websites operators have spent years building?In this episode, Alex and Annie are joined by Richard Vaughton of Yes Consulting and Mark Simpson of Boostly for The Great AI Debate. After taking this conversation to the stage at the Host Planet Roadshow in London, Richard and Mark continue the discussion around what AI could mean for vacation rental marketing, website strategy, and guest acquisition.Richard argues that AI will reshape websites, search, and distribution in ways the industry has not fully prepared for yet. Mark makes the case that strong website infrastructure, brand strategy, PMS connectivity, and niche positioning still matter, especially for operators who want to grow direct bookings.Together, they explore whether AI search will create new opportunities for independent vacation rental companies or make it even harder to compete with OTAs.Episode Chapters:05:29 - How AI is changing the future of vacation rental websites07:10 - The debate between WordPress websites and AI-built websites10:00 - Why website design alone is not enough to drive direct bookings28:25 - How Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, and Expedia continue to shape guest behavior36:29 - Why broad search terms are becoming harder for local operators to compete for18:00 - How AI search could make niche positioning more important21:53 - The growing role of TikTok, creators, and social media in travel discovery46:03 - Why brand trust still matters in an AI-driven search environment48:22 - How PMS data, integrations, and distribution may evolve53:22 - What vacation rental operators should be thinking about now as search changesAs guest behavior shifts, vacation rental operators are being pushed to think more carefully about how people find them, what makes their brand memorable, and how they can stay visible beyond the major booking platforms. Connect with Richard:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardvaughton/ Website: https://yes.consulting/ Connect with Mark:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrmarksimpson/ Website: https://boostly.co.uk/ ✨ Exclusive Offers to Alex & Annie Listeners: Thinking about the next chapter for your vacation rental business? Connect with Monarch Collective to explore what growth could look like with the right platform behind you.
Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version
In this episode, Ned Markey shares his journey from dental practice to building a multi-market short-term rental portfolio, leveraging discipline and intentionality. Discover the nine freedoms of the Freedom Stack, operational strategies, and how to navigate market shifts with confidence. 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 —--------------------
The Appraisal Update - the official podcast of Appraiser eLearning
In today's episode, Bryan Reynolds sits down with Bill Waltenbaugh, Chief Appraiser at Nationwide Appraisal Network (NAN), about something that's been a hot topic for a while now in the appraisal space: short-term rentals. How do you appraise them? What do the lenders expect? What do the AMCs expect? Does anyone expect the same thing?Bill shares his wealth of knowledge on this topic, walks us through NAN's resources for appraisers, and talks about what the future of appraising STRs will look like. Don't miss this insightful conversation.
Budget, Bricks & the Bottom Line: What Sydney's Property Market Really Looks Like Right NowBernadette sits down with Bernadette Summers, an 18-year real estate veteran and founder of Eastern Beaches Property, for an unfiltered cup of tea and a frank look at what the Federal Budget actually means for property investors and renovators in the current market.With three rate rises, a war, Easter, and now a budget all landing in quick succession, it is fair to say Sydney's property market has had a rough few months. But as Bernadette Summers points out, she has seen this before, through the Banking Royal Commission and through COVID, when predictions of 40% price drops were followed by a 30% boom. Her message: stay calm, know your numbers, and pivot your strategy rather than your principles.The good news for most listeners is that the principal place of residence came through the budget untouched, and as Bernadette Summers reminds us, the lesser-known six-year rule means you can rent out your family home and retain your CGT exemption, a powerful and underused wealth tool. For renovators weighing up their next move, the two of them dig into flipping inside a company structure, why discretionary trusts are under the microscope, and a micro-development strategy that can effectively deliver land at no cost.This is not a "doom and gloom, wait it out" episode. It is a clear-headed, practical conversation for anyone who wants to understand the landscape before they act and to act wisely when they do.If you have been sitting on a decision because the market feels uncertain, or wondering whether to flip, hold, rent, or redevelop, this episode cuts through the noise and gives you a framework for thinking it through.Tune in for a real conversation between two women who have been around the property block and who know that the right strategy, in any market, always starts with knowing your numbers."It's very important that you don't panic. Nothing's been set in legislation yet, so we don't actually know what the final outcome will be."EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:00:00 Welcome & Introducing Bernadette Summers01:00 About Eastern Beaches Property: 18 Years in Sydney Real Estate02:00 The Budget Reaction: Why Everyone Needs to Take a Breath03:00 Market Lessons from COVID, Rate Rises & the Banking Royal Commission05:00 The Big Win: Principal Place of Residence Left Untouched05:45 The Six-Year Rule: How to Rent Your Home Without Losing Your CGT Exemption07:00 Using a Money Tree or Short-Term Rental to Offset the Changes08:30 Flipping in the Current Climate: What's Actually Changed09:15 Company Structures, Tax Rates & Why You Must Know Your Numbers11:00 How Cheeky Should You Be? Negotiating the Purchase Price15:00 The Housing Shortage: Are We Actually That Far Behind?18:30 Negative Gearing and the CGT Concession: What We Know So Far20:30 Micro-Development: The Strategy That Gets You Land for Free23:00 Sydney Market Right Now: Soft, But Resilient24:30 Before You Sell: Why an Appraisal Is Your First Move26:00 Presentation That Pays: Declutter, Street Appeal & Don't Shoot the Messenger29:00 How to Reach Bernadette Summers & Where to Find Her Free Booklet
A pool party in Birmingham has re-ignited the conversation about short-term rentals in the community. The City Commission heard from many residents Monday night. WWJ's Chris Fillar and Jackie Paige have your Tuesday morning news. (Photo credit: WWJ's Charlie Langton)
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Navigating short-term rental regulations in Summit County just got a whole lot easier. In this episode, Candice De unveils a brand-new interactive map tool — built with the help of AI — that consolidates STR licensing information from all seven jurisdictions and unincorporated Summit County into one searchable, parcel-level map.Candice walks through each basin and municipality — Silverthorne, Dillon, Keystone, Frisco, Copper Mountain, Blue River, and Breckenridge — breaking down where licenses are available, where waitlists exist, and where STRs are restricted altogether. She also shares a critical update on Blue River's 2026 license freeze and explains why understanding STR eligibility matters even if you never plan to rent your property.Find the map at amynakos.com/short-term-rentals.Note: This map covers jurisdictional rules and does not include HOA overlays.
How do short-term rentals affect the housing market and economy in the Kansas City region? A new study commissioned by KCRAR tells us. KCRAR VP of Government Affairs James Toy joins us to share some of the findings of this study. View the study results: https://kcrar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Kansas-City-Short-Term-Rental-Study-Results.pdf
Have you considered using Manychat to generate leads for your short-term rental? In today's episode, I'm sharing what Manychat is, plus the three steps I'd take to get started with using it for my properties.Time-stamps:I want to feature you on Brand & Market's 100th episode! (0:48)Wednesday Wins (2:15)Using Manychat (5:01)My favorite feature in Manychat (6:50)Create a local guide with insider knowledge (9:33)20% off your annual subscription of Lodgify (13:16)Offer a discount code (14:19)Share a giveaway code (19:08)Mentioned in This Episode:Manychat: manychat.comLeave me a voicemail for the 100th episode of Brand & Market: speakpipe.com/brandandmarketUse code “bmpod20” 20% off your annual subscription of Lodgify: brandandmarket.co/lodgifyAligned Hospitality Management: alignedhm.comConnect with Ali: Website: brandandmarket.coInstagram: instagram.com/brandandmarket.coBook a discovery call with Ali: brandandmarket.17hats.com/p#/scheduling
A quick update from Katy on short-term rental restrictions in Italy and why she thinks hotels are the smarter choice for most travelers.Summary: Cities including Florence, Venice, Bologna, Milan and Rome are all introducing their own restrictions on short-term rentals like Airbnb and Vrbo. Florence has gone furthest, banning new tourist lets in its historic centre and expanding that ban. Katy shares her personal take on hotels versus rentals, and explains what to check before you book a short-term property in Italy.Not sure where to start? Get the Untold Italy podcast guide with 315 epsiodes organized by topic.The premium Untold Italy app has ad-free access to our complete archive of 300+ episodes searchable by place and topicFOLLOW: Instagram • Facebook • YouTube GET OUR NEWS: Subscribe hereTRIP PLANNING SERVICES: Learn more hereJOIN US ON TOUR: Upcoming departuresThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast editing and audio production by Mark Hatter. Production assistance by the other
Short-term rentals are supposed to be the most hands-on asset class in real estate. Tim Hubbard runs hundreds of them across the U.S. and multiple countries—without ever being on the ground. Tim is the CEO and co-founder of Corzly, the virtual management company he built after 16 years of operating his own short-term rental portfolio from outside California, then outside the U.S. entirely. His team handles pricing, listings, guest communication, and back-end operations across Eastern Europe, South Africa, the Philippines, and South America—while the owner still controls the housekeepers and maintenance on the ground. In this episode, Tim and Ed get into why “a B-class property with A-class management beats an A-class property with B-class management,” why the urban short-term rental market is more durable than the vacation-rental crowd realizes, and what the data is actually telling operators about which markets to enter and which to avoid. What you'll hear: Why the “can't be hands-on AND remote” constraint is the forcing function that built Corzly—and what it means for any operator stuck in their own business The buy box: how Tim underwrites a short-term rental like an apartment building, what data sources actually matter, and the regulatory gotchas that kill deals Why urban short-term rentals quietly outperform vacation markets—more reasons to stay, less seasonal volatility, and the medical-professional and conference angles most investors miss The lightning round: under-budgeting renovations, Dennis Waitley's “two choices” framing, and why education became Tim's purpose once the portfolio could run itself Books Tim recommended: Who Not How by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy—the framework for finding the right people to delegate to The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson—Tim's most-recommended book; the case for compounding small daily disciplines About Tim Hubbard: CEO and co-founder of Corzly. 16-year real estate operator. Host of Short Term Rental Riches, a six-year-old podcast covering virtual STR management, market selection, and the operational discipline behind scaled portfolios. Find Tim: corsley.com | Short Term Rental Riches podcast (all platforms + YouTube) Subscribe to Real Estate Underground for weekly conversations with operators who've been through the cycle and lived to talk about it. Elevista - Speed as a Service™Elevista Connect is the first AI-powered lead conversion system built for real estate investors.
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Today we're talking about housing, affordable housing, development in mountain towns, public lands, and more with Gunnison County commissioner, Jonathan Houck, an avid mountain biker, skier, and former sponsored climber.Note: We Want to Hear From You!We'd love for you to share with us the stories or topics you'd like us to cover next month on Reviewing the News; ask your most pressing mountain town advice questions, or offer your hot takes for us to rate. Email us at: info@blisterreview.com RELATED LINKS:Get Yourself Covered: BLISTER+See our Updated Mtn Bike Buyer's GuideEnter Our Free Weekly Gear GiveawaysOur Other Mtn Town Economics Conversations:Ep. 390: Mountain Town Economics 2.0: Telluride Update w/ Jason BlevinsEp. 389: Telluride Closes, Ski Patrol Strikes, & the Future of Ski Resorts w/ Jason BlevinsCRAFTED Ep 47: How to Design a Well-Crafted, Affordable Home w/ Zack GiffinEp. 275: Mtn Town Economics: Zack Giffin on Skiing, Tiny Homes, & Big SolutionsEp. 270: Mtn Town Economics & Outdoor RecreationEp. 180: Mtn Town Economics, Pt 3: Developing Housing, Addressing Climate Change, & Mitigating Megafires w/ Scott Ehlert Ep. 179: Mtn Town Economics, Pt 2: Housing, Community, & Core Values w/ Troy RussEp. 177: Mtn Town Economics, Pt 1: Affordable Housing, Short-Term Rentals, & More w/ Jenny StuberTOPICS & TIMES:New BLISTER+ Members (1:21)Houck: Climber, Skier, Mtn Biker (2:42)How Did You Get into Politics? (5:59)Duties of a County Commissioner? (9:25)Affordable Housing Updates (12:10)Pushback (22:39)Quality of Space & Numerous Stakeholders (28:30)Managing Federal Lands (48:05)Houck's 10-Year Prediction (59:17)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasGEAR:30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version
In this episode, real estate expert Ron Curtis shares how to create five-star guest experiences and maximize property performance through innovative systems, relationship-building, and strategic marketing in the short-term rental market. 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, David Bibiano shares his journey from military service to digital media entrepreneurship and now real estate investing. Discover how leveraging video strategies and innovative structures like series LLCs can accelerate real estate growth and operational efficiency. 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 —--------------------
For today's episode of Living Off Rentals, we are joined by someone who made an empowering transition from short-term rental arbitrage to building her own portfolio of cash-flowing properties. Stephanie James spent 15 years serving veterans as a social worker with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs before she discovered real estate investing. She is a member of my STR Blueprint program with properties in Indiana and Michigan. Starting with rental arbitrage, she quickly scaled multiple units before realizing that true wealth-building comes from ownership. That shift led her to learn how to raise private capital and eventually build her own private lending business, Private Lending with Stephanie, where partners invest alongside her to fund her deals. Listen as she shares her journey from fear and uncertainty to confidently closing her first deal, raising private capital, and building a scalable real estate business. Enjoy the show! Key Takeaways: [00:00] Introducing Stephanie James and her background [03:38] Transition to real estate from her 15-year career serving veterans at the VA [07:58] Getting started in real estate investing around 2016–2017 [10:26] About rental arbitrage [13:31] Overcoming fear of property ownership [16:43] The mindset shift from arbitrage to ownership and investing [19:57] Managing fear through education and mentorship [21:11] Landing her first property under contract [24:33] Raising private money for the deal [26:00] From asking for money to offering an opportunity [28:47] Securing her first private money lender [35:51] Structuring a deal using DSCR loans and private money [41:51] Breaking down the numbers on Stephanie's deal [46:05] The biggest mistake: letting emotions drive investment decisions [52:07] Best advice for beginners: define your "why" to stay resilient [54:56] Recommended book: Servant Leadership [01:00:07] Connect with Stephanie James [01:00:54] Outro Guest Links: Website: https://privatelendingwithstephanie.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/18dukayC3g/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-james-b65469300 Show Links: READY TO BUY YOUR FIRST SHORT TERM RENTAL? Book a call with me or my team here: https://www.livingoffrentals.com/call 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
Does your marketing strategy capture potential guests in its web? In today's episode, I'm breaking down a short-term rental marketing plan using my “spider web” model. Plus, real-life examples to keep your guests in your web, before and after they book.Time-stamps:I want to feature you on Brand & Market's 100th episode! (1:00)Wednesday Wins (3:26)What's changed about marketing (5:45)The marketing spider web model (7:40)The discovery phase (10:20)The trust-building phase (17:02)20% off your annual subscription of Lodgify (20:48)The conversion phase (31:08)Continue to market after they've booked (38:40)Mentioned in This Episode:Leave me a voicemail for the 100th episode of Brand & Market: https://www.speakpipe.com/brandandmarketEpisode 53: How I've Earned a Perfect 5 Star Rating On My Airbnb Rental Property: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/53-how-ive-earned-a-perfect-5-star-rating-on-myUse code “bmpod20” 20% off your annual subscription of Lodgify: brandandmarket.co/lodgifySweet Adventures: Boutique Vacation Rental Management: sweetadventures.netSeth Bolt: instagram.com/drsethboltTori Bolt: instagram.com/toriboltConnect with Ali: Website: brandandmarket.coInstagram: instagram.com/brandandmarket.coBook a discovery call with Ali: brandandmarket.17hats.com/p#/scheduling
What if you could buy a cash-flowing short-term rental for $40,000? Not in a random flyover market, not with a ton of risk, but in one of the most visited tourist destinations on the planet. That's exactly what Nick and Derek of Yuki Homes discovered after following their passion for skiing to Japan and spotting an opportunity most Western investors have completely overlooked. In this episode, Cory sits down with the duo to unpack how a shared love of powder days turned into a full-blown real estate operation, and how they built the team, systems, and infrastructure to allow investors from the United States and beyond to own and operate profitable short-term rentals in Japan, completely remotely. We get into how Nick and Derek met, what drove them to build Yuki Homes together, and why Japan stands out as one of the most underrated STR markets in the world. Think affordable entry points, strong year-round demand, and a tourism market that keeps growing. If you have ever felt priced out of short-term rental investing in the U.S., or you are simply looking for a creative way to diversify your real estate portfolio internationally, this episode is going to open your eyes to a market you probably never had on your radar. Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wjpodcast/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCESGet business funding - revenued.com/juice
Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version
In this episode, Bri West shares her transition from marketing to short-term rental design and explains how intentional design can increase revenue, occupancy, and guest experience. She discusses the importance of understanding target audiences, creating strong branding, and positioning rentals to compete in the evolving hospitality market. 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 —--------------------
Send us Fan MailYour rental property is struggling. Now what?Do you fix it or ditch it? In this episode, Dr. Latifat answers a question she gets all the time from women physicians who bought real estate and now aren't sure if they made a mistake. Spoiler: you probably didn't. But you do need a clear framework to figure out your next move.No panic. No shame. Just the four steps that will help you think clearly and decide wisely.In this episode:Why buying one property and expecting to live happily ever after is a mythWhy your brain is lying to you right now The "10 years from now" question that will immediately calm you down The specific leaks that kill short-term rental cashflow (and what's NOT a leak) How to increase occupancy rate without spending more moneyThe property manager change that flipped one physician from cashflow negative to cashflow positive"You're not trapped. You're not doomed. Everything is figureoutable."Need someone to walk alongside you as you execute? That's exactly what we do inside the Wealth Village. → moneyfitmd.com/wealthvillageAnd if this episode helped you, share it with one physician in your world who needs to hear it.If you're tired of feeling like medicine is something you have to keep doing instead of something you get to choose, this workshop is for you.Join us to learn how busy women physicians are creating financial freedom, building real options, and designing lives they do not need to escape from without waiting for traditional retirement.
The short-term rental market didn't die. It grew up. In this episode, John breaks down exactly what's happened to the STR market over the last three years — and why two owners running properties in the same neighborhood are headed in opposite directions. One is exiting. One is scaling. The difference isn't luck. It's the moves they made.If you own a vacation rental — or you're thinking about getting in — this is the most honest 8 minutes you'll spend on the state of the industry in 2026.In this episode:The three forces that crushed the casual host (supply, regulation, guest expectations)The Mike vs. Linda story — same market, opposite outcomesWhat's coming next: consolidation, tax enforcement, AI, and brandFour moves to make in the next 30 days if you want to still be in this business in 2030Timestamps:0:00 — The Mike story1:15 — The three things that broke the market3:00 — How Linda did the opposite (and won)4:45 — What's coming in the next 12 months6:10 — Four moves to adapt right now7:20 — Run it like a businessQuote from the episode: "The market doesn't decide which one you are. You do."Let's connect.If anything in this episode hit home — whether you're stuck like Mike, scaling like Linda, or somewhere in between — I want to hear from you. Email me directly at john@vacationhomehelp.com. Tell me where you're at, what's working, what isn't. I read every email and respond personally.Whether you want to talk strategy, ask a question, or just say what's up — my inbox is open.Follow the show so you don't miss the next episode, and if this one helped you, share it with one other vacation rental owner who needs to hear it.— John Andrew Founder, Vacation Home Help vacationhomehelp.com
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Tim Ensmann went from scaling 20+ Airbnbs to developing experiential boutique resorts across the U.S. In this episode, he breaks down how he transitioned from short-term rentals into boutique hotels, raised capital for multiple resort projects, and turned undervalued mom-and-pop properties into multi-million dollar hospitality assets. We cover:Why bigger deals are often easier than small onesTurning a $1.5M property into a $4.7M resortThe future of boutique hospitalityRaising capital and structuring hotel dealsWhy experiences outperform commodity real estateHow strategic partnerships accelerate growthLifestyle-first entrepreneurship and long-term wealth buildingCurious as to how we've bought multiple businesses and built millions in equity? Give this video a watch for a full breakdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cviipnGtDWI&feature=youtu.beIf you are serious about building a life on your terms and want to surround yourself with people who are actually doing it, go to: https://actionacademy.com?el=action_academy_podcastIf you want to leave corporate America in the next 6-18 months - you should check out our Action Academy Community