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Our guest for Episode 80 is Taylor Jones, VP of Sales, CoLab Software. With over a decade of sales leadership experience, including roles at Salesforce, Zip Intake-to-Procedure, and as a Founder of BlackArrow, Taylor brings a sharp perspective on coaching, performance, and building high-performing sales teams. In this episode, Ross and Taylor discuss the power of data-driven coaching, how to maximize the ROI of time, and what it takes to build a collaborative culture without ego.
Psychotherapist Christi Taylor-Jones holds a master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and is the author of "Touched by Suicide: A personal and Psychological Perspective on the Longing for Death and Rebirth". This relates well to not just this Memorial Day, but to life overall, for the many various reasons, the stresses that challenge us each day. There are many overwhelming stressors on the daily, and Christi has the personal and professional experience that is invaluable to a deeper self-awareness and understanding of life.www.ctjonesauthor.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Join my Facebook group, Tax Strategies for Real Estate Investors, and become part of a community with 11,500+ high-level real estate investors► Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/taxstrategyforinvestorsIn this episode, I sit down with John Bianchi and Taylor Jones to explore strategies for maximizing tax savings in real estate, leveraging short-term rental loopholes, and optimizing return on equity. We discuss actionable insights into material participation requirements, identifying favorable investment markets, and practical examples of tax-efficient property upgrades. The episode also features expert advice on managing financial records and preparing for potential audits.Timestamps:00:00:00 - Intro00:02:15 - The benefits of short-term rental tax loopholes00:10:45 - Material participation: Meeting IRS requirements00:18:30 - Identifying markets for tax-efficient investments00:26:20 - Understanding the importance of cost segregation00:34:15 - How to conduct a return on equity audit00:42:50 - Balancing cash flow and tax savings for portfolio growth00:51:30 - Preparing for audits: Financial records and credibility01:00:10 - Q&A: Common challenges and strategiesInterested in working with me? Apply here:► https://taxstrategy365.com/apply?el=podcastLet's connect!► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/learnlikeacpa/► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/learnlikeacpa/► Twitter: https://x.com/LearnLikeaCPA► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/learnlikeacpa► Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@learnlikeacpa*None of this is meant to be specific investment advice, it's for entertainment purposes only.
It started with a simple problem: take the trash out, bring it back in. But that tiny pain point? It turned into a full-blown logistics revolution for short-term rental hosts nationwide.Taylor Jones dives deep with Alex Shapiro, co-founder of Can Monkey, the tech-powered trash service that's now serving over 5,000+ properties across 28 states and 475 cities. What began as a favor for a friend became one of the most unexpected wins in the short-term rental game.Inside this episode:How a random lunch and one smelly STR mishap sparked a business ideaWhy homeowner rejection opened the door to a thriving STR marketThe secret sauce behind Can Monkey's explosive growthWhat it really takes to manage a trash route across hundreds of citiesThe unexpected power of timestamped trash photos (yep, they can save you from fines)What makes a great “can runner” (spoiler: it's not driving a BMW)The surprising blend of tech, trust, and trash - and why it matters for STR opsCan Monkey's next chapter: 10,000 properties and software that could shake up the spaceIf you're in the STR world or just love stories of scrappy entrepreneurship, this episode delivers a goldmine of insights, operations hacks, and growth strategies you'll wish you heard sooner. Hit play now, you'll never look at trash day the same way again.Learn more at canmonkey.comContact Alex: alexander@canmonkey.com or connect with him on LinkedIn
What happens when you combine a couple of foolish beer nerds and a food wizard? Gold, Jerry... wait, that's not our show. What happens is anentertaining conversation with Chef Taylor Jones about his journey from food prepping for his kids to the successful business that is Burn Theory Fire Kitchen. Taylor joins hosts Nigel Woodberry and Nick Parker to spill the beans... errrrr totz, on his approach to food and what drives him to deliver "Instagram-worthy" trays to every customer at any of the three Kansas City area breweries offering up the goods from his kitchen — Diametric, Grains & Taps or Strange Days Brewing. Between sips, bites and off-topic banter, the conversation highlights the role food concepts play in the business of breweries and taprooms and reminds us, Nigel and Nick should've been eating during each of the previous 126 episodes. Prepare your ear holes — and your pie holes — this is a good one!
Is the music industry truly "elevating" anyone if they're not paying them? ALSO: Ketamine update: everyone in the building has seen Chris freak out! PLUS: Blue Origin's celebrity passengers probably forget to look out the window, and a song of the week by Chris Crofton, Albert Hickman and Taylor Jones.Steve Martin - the stock martket bit (from "Comedy is Not Pretty," not "The Steve Martin Brothers): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dxajcsfO2iU&list=PL2MtElzTEi6mbuer96lm1sSzHKEWuqRxt&index=5Cold Brew Patreon: Patreon.com/ChrisCroftonChannel Nonfiction: ChannelNonfiction.com
Europe/ Ukraine Vs Russia/ USA!!! WTF? Trump&Putin Debating the biggest topic in the new right now which is Russian, Ukraine and US relations. CoHost : Jonathan Bing and Jerry Malcom News Dateline: Skald Crypto, Andrew Turner Guest Speaker: Grant CardoneSpeaker: Jay B., Yehuda Amzallagh, Vashon B., Andy Jacobs, Taylor Jones,, Rachelle O'Neil, Makeda Rodriguez, Sr Jude, Donna Vette, Nurse Cher,Marty Byrd , Jonathan Howard, Shauna Law. Darren Shaw, Diana Rosero, Mekey Gabriel, Our live show gives our listeners the chance to actually hear us perform and even influence the show and gives us the unique opportunity to create a bond with our already captive listeners. The instant feedback – the laughs, the gasps, that sense of connection. They're coming to our show to feel part of a conversation and voice their opinion every time we record a podcast episode. The people that attend our live podcast show have a great time, tell their friends and family and attract some very powerful champions of each spirited DEBATE The NEWS episode. Here at DTN, We DEBATE The News! We Allow You To Present Your Interpretation On Today's Local, National, & World News Topics. Spirited & Informed Discussions Are Encouraged. Engage and Sharpen Your Mind with Intellectual Combat! Live On the CHATTER SOCIAL APP: Sat-Sun 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM EST / 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM PST
Taylor Jones sits down with Connor Cushman, a sharp short-term rental agent and investor, to explore his innovative "slow burster" strategy—a refined twist on the traditional buy, rehab, rent, refi, repeat model. Connor explains how blending the steady fundamentals of long-term rentals with the high revenue and cash flow of short-term rentals lets you hold a property for a full year of proven performance, thereby transforming equity and opening doors to premium refinancing or sale opportunities. Drawing on his experiences in North Georgia's competitive market, he breaks down the importance of smart property selection, strategic amenity upgrades, and keeping an eye on market fundamentals like interest rates and ROI. Whether you're a budding investor or a seasoned pro looking to 10x your results, this conversation is packed with actionable insights to elevate your STR game.
The common tendency to overthink can be overcome, and Taylor Jones provides helpful insight in this process by answering the following questions: What is "overthinking"? What are the fruits produced by mature thinking, and the negative fruit produced by overthinking? Is it possible to overthink the Christian life? How can we curb the tendency to overthink ourselves, and our relationships? And how do we move from being preoccupied with ourselves to worshiping Christ? Website: smilingatthefuturepodcast.com Email: smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com Support The Podcast: https://donorbox.org/smiling-at-2024 Recommended Resources: Biblicalcounseling.com "Self Image" booklet by Lou Priollo "When People are Big and God is Small" by Ed Welch "Trusting God" by Jerry Bridges
Get ready for Fantasy Football Week 16 with expert rankings, start/sit advice, and live Q&A to dominate your league in this episode of The F6P Hour. Join Joe Bond & Mike LaPlant as they get you ready for your Fantasy Football Playoffs. Their guest this week is Eric Moody. Eric is a fantasy football analyst for ESPN. If you don't already, make sure you follow him on Twitter @EricNMoody. Get access to our award-winning advice, rankings, & custom league advice on Discord by signing up for a membership today at https://fantasysixpack.net/plans. Use promo code ‘F6PNFL24' to save 15%. Quarterbacks Listen to Pt. 1 Running Backs (Pick Two, Sit One) Bucky Irving vs Jonathan Taylor vs Aaron Jones 0:05 Breece Hall vs Jerome Ford vs Brian Robinson Jr. 6:27 Wide Receivers (Pick Two, Sit One) Cooper Kupp vs Jauan Jennings vs Terry McLaurin 12:31 Jordan Addison vs DeVonta Smith vs Zay Flowers 20:39 Darnell Mooney vs Amari Cooper vs Jameson Williams 26:31 Tight Ends Dalton Kincaid vs Hunter Henry 31:34 Flex Question D'Andre Swift vs Calvin Ridley 36:30 Please make sure you follow them all on Twitter. Joe: https://twitter.com/f6p_joe A.J.: https://twitter.com/AppleGarthAlgar Mike: https://twitter.com/BeLike_Miike
In this interview, Taylor Jones, Executive Director of Bikes for the World, shares the mission and global impact of this Rockville, Maryland-based nonprofit. Bikes for the World collects donated bikes from the Washington DC area and distributes them to grassroots NGO partner programs in developing countries, positively transforming lives by providing reliable transportation. With over 20 years of operation, the organization has supported programs in 31 countries, ranging from healthcare access and vocational training to micro-lending and small business support. Through a robust volunteer network, the organization prepares and ships these bikes, demonstrating how a single bicycle can offer independence, increase accessibility, and expand opportunities for education and employment. Taylor explains how his personal passion for cycling and experiences abroad have fueled his commitment to the organization. From empowering volunteers—especially young people—to gain confidence and hands-on skills, to seeing how bikes enhance mobility and autonomy for individuals worldwide, the work of Bikes for the World resonates deeply. The organization is focused not just on distributing bikes but also on building lasting partnerships and adapting to community needs, even exploring new technologies like e-bikes. For Taylor, every bike represents the potential to reshape lives, broaden horizons, and drive meaningful change. Visit BikesForTheWorld.org to learn more, volunteer, or donate to this impactful cause.
My Guest is Benji Taylor Jones, an accomplished co-founder of Innovative Capital Law and a powerhouse in the evolving landscape of modern finance. With a track record of advising on multi-billion dollar transactions, she bridges the gap between traditional capital raising and cutting-edge FinTech solutions. Her expertise spans from guiding startups through crowdfunding campaigns to orchestrating complex M&A deals for public companies and venture capital funds. Currently serving on council at Smith Anderson, Benji has pioneered innovative funding approaches that blend traditional private placements and angel investments with emerging technologies like blockchain smart contracts and digital assets. Her unique toolbox of financial strategies has helped countless companies navigate both conventional and alternative paths to raising capital, making her one of the most versatile and forward-thinking legal advisors in the industry. Join us as we dive into Benji's insights on the future of capital raising and how companies can leverage both traditional and innovative funding mechanisms to fuel their growth. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benji-taylor-jones/ Website: https://www.smithlaw.com/ Follow Digital Niche Agency on Socials for Up To Date Marketing Expertise and Insights: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/digitalnicheagency Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/digitalnicheagency Instagram: DNA - Digital Niche Agency @digitalnicheagency Twitter: https://twitter.com/DNAgency_CA YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalNicheAgency
Join us as we dive deep into the lucrative world of short-term rentals with Taylor Jones. He shares his incredible journey from an aspiring baseball player to a key player in the rental market, offering valuable insights on setting up profitable rentals, systematizing operations, and selecting the right investment markets. Don't miss out on this episode filled with expert advice! Key Takeaways To Listen For Learning curves in managing Airbnb properties remotely Importance of preemptive measures and guest communication Key considerations for potential investors in the short-term rental market The operations-focused nature of the short-term rental business Essential technologies and tools for managing short-term rentals Resources/Links Mentioned In This Episode Airbnb Vrbo BiggerPockets AirDNA Rabbu Furnished Finder Booking.com Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara | Kindle, Paperback and Hardcover About Taylor Jones Taylor Jones is a short-term rental acquisition specialist who has helped investors acquire over 175 cash-flowing Airbnb properties in the past two and a half years, with a portfolio totaling $81M. Based in Florida, Taylor's expertise lies in identifying profitable vacation rental opportunities and implementing effective systems to streamline operations. With a background in sales and a passion for real estate, Taylor is dedicated to helping clients maximize investment returns. When he's not underwriting deals, you can find him on the golf course or exploring new ways to optimize the vacation rental experience. Connect with Taylor Website: STR Search LinkedIn: Taylor Jones X: @MrJonesSTRs Connect With Us If you're looking to invest your hard-earned money into cash-flowing, value-add assets, reach out to us at https://bobocapitalventures.com/. Follow Keith's social media pages LinkedIn: Keith Borie Investor Club: Secret Passive Cashflow Investors Club Facebook: Keith Borie X: @BoboLlc80554
Short-term rentals can be lucrative, but they can become unprofitable weights around your neck if you aren't careful. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Taylor Jones, Head of Acquisition for STR Search. Taylor is also Techvestor's Head of Acquisition. He is an experienced short-term rental investor who knows how to maximize profits from every square foot of a property and teaches others to do the same. Jonathan and Taylor begin their conversation by delving into how Taylor Jones became a short-term rental expert after a career in sales. Taylor explains how he carved out a niche with STRs by offering amenities and using guest avatars. You'll hear the pros and cons of buying where you like to vacation, Taylor's take on clustering as you build a portfolio, and why STRs are not passive income. Jonathan and Taylor explore the two components you must have in STRs to stand out, dynamic pricing, and Taylor's anti-condo stance. Taylor explains how he creates revenue from every square foot of a property, why he stays focused on one property type, and some emerging and evolving trends in the STR space. Finally, Taylor reveals Airbnb's role in marketing for owners and consumers. For the savvy and determined investor, Taylor Jones shares how rising tides can raise all boats in the short-term rental market. In this episode, you will hear: How Taylor Jones ended up in the short-term rental space after a career in sales Creating a short-term rental experience for guests, including amenities like game rooms and firepits, using guest avatars The pros and cons of buying where you like to vacation Taylor's take on clustering and proximity as you build a portfolio Why STRs are not passive income and the two components you have to have The importance of dynamic pricing Taylor's anti-condo stance and creating revenue from every square foot of a property Remaining focused on one property type versus multiple types Sharing information with other investors because rising tides lift all boats Emerging and evolving trends in the STR space Airbnb's role in marketing for owners and consumers Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://zenandtheartofrealestateinvesting.com/podcast/169/ to download it. Supporting Resources: STR Search website - www.strsearch.com Find Taylor Jones on Instagram - www.instagram.com/mrjonesstrs Connect with Taylor on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-jones-38997154 Taylor Jones on X - x.com/MrJonesSTRs Website - www.streamlined.properties YouTube - www.youtube.com/c/JonathanGreeneRE/videos Instagram - www.instagram.com/trustgreene Instagram - www.instagram.com/streamlinedproperties TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@trustgreene Zillow - https://www.zillow.com/profile/StreamlinedReal Bigger Pockets - www.biggerpockets.com/users/TrustGreene Facebook - www.facebook.com/streamlinedproperties Email - info@streamlined.properties Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you.
In this episode of the STR Data Lab, Jamie is joined by Taylor Jones and John Bianchi, both experts from STR Search, a short-term rental consulting firm that helps people understand Airbnb data to invest with confidence. Together, they explore the intricacies of the short-term rental investment market, emphasizing the importance of data-driven decisions. Jamie begins by sharing his personal experience of purchasing a short-term rental with Taylor and John's help. Taylor provides insights into the advantages of understanding Airbnb data and underscores the importance of ensuring that no unprofitable properties are purchased. John, known as “The Airbnb Data Guy,” elaborates on the core principles of profitability, emphasizing that his courses and services are focused on helping people avoid unprofitable investments. The discussion covers the challenges of navigating the dynamic STR market, including rising interest rates and the increasing difficulty of finding profitable properties. The trio also explores strategies like value stacking, understanding demographics, and incorporating unique amenities to stay competitive. They touch on practical aspects of property underwriting, managing expenses, and maintaining efficient operations to ensure long-term success. The episode concludes with predictions for the STR market's future, particularly in light of potential economic downturns. Taylor and John stress the importance of strategic thinking and identifying resilient investment areas. You don't want to miss this episode! ~~~~ https://www.strsearch.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnBianchipointanalytics ~~~~ Signup for AirDNA for FREE
Curious about the complexities of investing in short-term rentals? In this episode of REady2Scale, we dive into the key strategies and challenges of Airbnb investments with Taylor Jones, Head of Acquisitions for STR Search and TechVestor. Whether you're experienced in real estate or just starting out, this conversation offers practical insights to help you navigate the short-term rental market effectively. Key Points Covered: -Factors that influence profitability in short-term rental investments. -How to identify promising markets for Airbnb properties. -The impact of regulations on short-term rentals and ways to manage risks. -Balancing occupancy and revenue to optimize returns. -Overview of passive investment opportunities in the short-term rental market. Tune in to gain insights that can help you navigate the world of short-term rentals with greater confidence. Watch full video here: https://youtu.be/NFVqhk-7rSU Read transcript here: https://share.descript.com/view/BvTnQ5V6xO5 Are you REady2Scale Your Multifamily Investments? Learn more about growing your wealth, strengthening your portfolio, and scaling to the next level at www.bluelake-capital.com. To reach Ellie & the Blue Lake team, email them at info@bluelake-capital.com or complete our investor form at www.bluelake-capital.com/new-investor-form and they'll connect with you. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to Short-Term Rentals and Guest Introduction 01:20 Understanding the Role of Acquisitions in STR 03:21 The Art and Science of Underwriting Short-Term Rentals 06:20 Navigating Market Dynamics and Regulations 16:45 Investment Strategies and Final Thoughts Credits Producer: Blue Lake Capital Strategist: Syed Mahmood Editor: Emma Walker Opening music: Pomplamoose #airbnb #rentals #cashflow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Austin sits down with Taylor Jones an STR operator who is the head of acquisitions for a STR fund named Techvestor. Taylor has helped acquire over 175 properties all across the United StatesConnect with Taylor: MrjonesstrsConnect with Austin: Austin__Palacios
Linguistics professor Dr. Taylor Jones discusses how we can navigate linguistic taboos, the impact of weaponizing words, and how learning about language may be the key to saving democracy.
Hey Friend! What happens when the parent-child relationship transforms into an adult-to-adult connection? Join me and my son, Taylor Jones, as we unpack the complexities of this transition, which can be a landmine for even the best of us! Taylor, a teaching pastor and father of three little ones, brings his wealth of experience to our discussion, shedding light on how our backgrounds and family expectations can add unique challenges to this evolving dynamic. From managing boundaries and respecting each other's individuality to addressing conflicts with love, this episode covers it all! Taylor offers wisdom on how a secure identity rooted in God's love can be a game-changer for conflict resolution and maintaining genuine relationships. Whether you're an adult child or a parent (or both!) this episode promises to equip you with valuable tools for fostering stronger family bonds. Tune in for an enlightening conversation that will leave you inspired to take intentional steps toward more fulfilling interactions with your loved ones. Don't miss a single episode. Hit the “subscribe” button now! Xo, Donna Donna's Resources: Order a copy of my new book - Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life: A Biblical Guide to Communicating Thoughts, Feelings, and Opinions with Grace, Truth, and Zero Regret. It is available anywhere books are sold– here is the link on Amazon. If you need a helpful resource for someone exploring faith or Christianity or simply want to strengthen your knowledge, you'll want a copy of my book, Seek: A Woman's Guide to Meeting God. It's a must for seekers, new believers, and those who want to be more confident in their faith. Connect with Taylor https://riversouthbay.org/our-team https://www.instagram.com/taylormichaeljones/ Connect with Donna Instagram: @donnaajones Website: www.donnajones.org Twitter:@donnajonesspeak Donna's speaking schedule: https://donnajones.org/events/ For a copy of “15 Things Jesus Would Say to You if You Met Him for Coffee,” go to www.donnajones.org/blog
Hello & welcome back to Raw Intentions! This week, we're joined by old friend and multifaceted queen, the inspiring Taylor Jones McClellan. Taylor is a business owner, entrepreneur, public speaker, podcaster, influencer, and a new mom navigating the beautiful yet challenging world of motherhood. Nearing the end of her 20's, she has a TON of wisdom, and raw life experiences to share. Taylor opens up about her mental health struggles, and the journey of finding her identity as a mom while maintaining her entrepreneurial drive. We dive into the highs and lows of hitting millions in sales, what it truly means to redefine success, and the lessons learned from shutting down her old business to start anew. Taylor also shares invaluable tips for fellow entrepreneurs, relationship advice for growing with a partner, and insights into the wholesale versus retail landscape. This episode gets VULNERABLE, and I'm so proud of everything Taylor has created. Thank you for tuning in, and we can't wait to hear your thoughts! XoThis podcast is sponsored by Hazlo. Feel more like you, and get fueled for your day with this thoughtfully crafted elixir. Ready to drink with high quality ingredients, and packed full with electrolytes, antioxidants, and adaptogens. A fabulous mixer with your favorite tequila, or a refreshing treat on it's own. Use our code Raw15 to get 15% off on your purchase at drinkhazlo.comTaylor Jones McClellan: https://www.instagram.com/thetinytay/Print26Threads: https://www.instagram.com/print.26thread/Shop Raw & Rebellious: https://www.rawrebellious.com/Raw & Rebellious Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raw_rebellious/Raw & Rebellious TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@raw_rebellious?lang=enRaw Intentions Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rawintentionspodcast/
What makes a leader visionary? How is visionary-ness developed and what does it look like in practice?While the concept behind these questions seems nebulous, we're talking today with someone who has concrete answers based on interactions with dozens of modern visionaries. Taylor Jones, Founder and CEO of Whiteboard.is, has stunningly simple advice on how anyone can develop their capacity for visionary leadership through practice and intentionality.Whiteboard is a creative agency helping visionaries build a brighter future, in many cases through harnessing the internet for good—an intrinsically for-good concept. The formula they've perfected over a decade has resulted in a ripple of positivity turning into a wave of change.Listen in to hear stories of visionary leaders, cautionary tales of ripple effects gone wrong, and the surprising books that have inspired leaders like Taylor and Justin.Are you a visionary leader in the for-good space who wants to connect with your visionary peers? Apply to join Camp Redwood, a curated gathering for social impact founders and CEOs to focus on long-term thinking, innovation, and enduring growth.Want more advice from Taylor? Peruse Whiteboard's book, Agency. Additional book mentioned, An Awesome Book.
In this episode of the STR Investing, The Podcast, host Taylor Jones welcomes Ben Wolff, the man behind "unique stays" and a pioneer in the short-term rental market. Ben shares his journey from humble beginnings in New York City to creating extraordinary treehouse hotels and innovative outdoor hospitality experiences. He delves into the game-changing power of influencer collaborations, recounting a remarkable story where a single influencer helped generate $25,000 in direct bookings without any upfront cost. Ben discusses the evolution of the market, the critical role of content marketing, and the strategies that transformed his business. Tune in to learn how Ben's unique approach to social media and direct bookings can revolutionize your own rental business.
In this episode of The Build Up, Malessa and Candice chat with Taylor Jones, Head of Acquisitions at TechVestor. Taylor shares his journey from a sales background to becoming a short-term rental investment expert. He dives into the key elements of successful short-term rental investments, covering market trends, property selection, renovation, and management strategies. Plus, Malessa and Candice discuss the challenges property owners face with rising insurance costs due to severe weather. Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens' Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network. Subscribe Now: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-build-up/id1716615268 Connect with Candice Milano here: https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/candice-milano Connect with Malessa Rambarran here: https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/malessa-rambarran Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida. https://bhsusa.com/ #thebuildup #nyc #realestate
In this episode of the STR Investing Podcast, host Taylor Jones welcomes Tyann Marcink, dubbed the "Queen of Guest Experience," to discuss her journey in turning overlooked properties into successful short-term rentals. Tyann's transformation of the drug house into a lucrative Airbnb involved extensive renovations and strategic upgrades, turning the dilapidated property into a desirable vacation rental. This impressive feat highlights her ability to see potential where others might not and underscores the profitability of creative real estate investments. Tune in and learn from Tyann Marcink's incredible journey to elevate your short-term rental game.
Welcome to another episode of STR Investing, The Podcast, hosted by Taylor Jones. In this episode, we are thrilled to have Allen Meringolo join us to dive deep into the strategies and insights on how to transform your Airbnb expenses into lucrative revenue streams. Allen, an experienced short-term rental expert, shares his proven methods for maximizing profits, cutting unnecessary costs, and leveraging innovative approaches to turn every dollar spent into a profitable investment. Whether you're a seasoned Airbnb host or just starting out, this episode is packed with actionable tips and valuable knowledge to help you elevate your STR game. Tune in and learn how to make your Airbnb expenses work for you!
Meet Philip Kennard — Founder and CEO of Futurestay. Growing up, Philip loved video games. And for Philip, video games were about so much more than the playing experience…he loved the art, the logic, and the business behind creating worlds. This love sparked his entrepreneurial spirit and led him to work in game development for Sega, one of the world's leading game design companies, and, eventually, would lead to the founding of FutureStay. In this conversation, Philip and I explore the evolution of the vacation rental market, discussing the critical role that small-scale rentalpreneurs play in driving innovation. Learn why he believes the future of hospitality lies in the hands of passionate individuals creating unique, memorable stays rather than large-scale professional managers. You'll also get a behind-the-scenes look at how FutureStay helps rentalpreneurs optimize their listings, secure direct bookings, and protect their investments with AI-powered tools and strategic partnerships like Google Vacation Rentals. Some key takeaways from our conversation include: The importance of diversifying your booking channels to mitigate risks and maximize profits. How technology, such as AI and automation, can level the playing field for small rental operators. Why delivering exceptional guest experiences is crucial for standing out in a crowded market. Philip's vision for the future of short-term rentals and how Futurestay plans to support rentalpreneurs in achieving their goals. If you're passionate about short-term rentals and eager to learn how to succeed in this competitive space, this episode is a must-listen. This episode is brought to you by STR Search! STR Search helps you find and buy and Airbnb that'll be profitable from Day 1. Co-Founding by John Bianchi and Taylor Jones, two of the best data nerds and underwriters in the industry, have partnered together to bring this new service to life. While tools like AirDNA are awesome, they're just tools. Not everyone has the time or expertise to sift through all the data and find the perfect deal, especially with today's interest rates. STR Search does all the legwork for you. They'll present you with options that not only meet your criteria but will actually cash flow. Learn more here — and mention Behind the Stays when you book a call for an exclusive discount! Want to book a consulting brainstorm with Zach? Send him an email directly at zach@sponstayneous.com or complete this payment link and get immediate access to his schedule where you can book some time with him! About the Show Behind the Stays is brought to you twice a week by Sponstayneous — a free, biweekly newsletter that brings subscribers the best last-minute deals and upcoming steals on Airbnb. You can subscribe, for free, at www.sponstayneous.com. Behind the Stays is hosted by Zach Busekrus, co-founder of Sponstayneous, you can connect with him on Twitter at @zboozee.
Send us a Text Message.Join us on the Fully Funded Show as we dive into the world of short-term rentals with industry expert Taylor Jones. Taylor shares his journey from sales to acquiring over 160 properties, revealing strategies for maximizing profitability, navigating market trends, and scaling success. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, this episode is packed with valuable insights you won't want to miss. Subscribe for more expert interviews and insider tips every week!Key Points From The Episode:1. Taylor Jones shares his journey from a sales career to becoming a leading expert in short-term rentals, having acquired over 160 properties.2. He emphasizes the importance of studying market trends and identifying strategic advantages to maximize profitability in short-term rentals.3. Taylor discusses the value of investing in maintenance and CapEx upfront to ensure smooth operations and enhance guest experiences.4. The episode highlights the significance of understanding the ideal customer and designing properties to meet their needs for higher occupancy and revenue.Contact The Guest:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-jones-38997154/Email: Taylor@techvestor.comFollow Us On Social Media:LinkedIn: @thefullyfundedshowFacebook: @thefullyfundedshowWebsite: www.Fullyfunded.capital
Our guests are Taylor Jones and Eric Brown, Co-Founders of Whiteboard, one of the top creative and brand agencies in America, and co-authors of Agency: The Antidote to a Culture Obsessed with Self. We discuss recent leadership lessons, the powerful Agency Axis, what Agency truly means, leading creatives, and much more. Make sure to visit http://h3leadership.com to access the list and all the show notes. Thanks again to our partners for this episode: HELP ONE NOW – empowers families in developing countries through partnership with high-capacity leaders with proven solutions to end extreme poverty. Visit https://helponenow.org/thecircle. Get involved by joining The Circle, a growing network of people committed to ending extreme poverty through family empowerment. Your monthly recurring gift will send students to school, empower families to launch businesses and support the growth and impact of Help One Now. The Circle creates a sustainable pathway to break the cycle of poverty for generations to come! To learn more visit http://helponenow.org/thecircle. And DIME – DIME Accounting will help you manage HR, accounting, payroll and tax. Find out more at http://dimeaccounting.com. Get back to doing what you love by allowing DIME to be your comprehensive business services company. Helping simplify your business – DIME can pay the bills, record deposits, file taxes, run payroll, keep the books, provide legal advice and more. Visit http://dimeaccounting.com to learn more.
In this episode of STR Investing, Taylor Jones welcomes Jeremy Werden to share his incredible journey from investing in his first short-term rental just three years ago to now owning a portfolio of 25 Airbnb listings and 7 boats, generating over $1,000,000 per year. Jeremy built his portfolio from scratch with minimal startup capital, documenting his entire journey while growing an audience of 200,000 on social media. Within a year, he was able to go full-time and achieve financial freedom, allowing him to pursue a life and career that excites him every day.Jeremy also introduces his new startup software venture, BNBCalc, which is helping thousands of short-term rental investors analyze potential deals. He believes that short-term rentals are the best avenue for anyone looking to quit their job, enjoy a comfortable retirement, or build generational wealth.Join us as we discuss Jeremy's unique investment strategies, including short-term rental boats and alternative assets beyond traditional properties. Tune in to learn valuable insights and strategies for creating a 7-figure portfolio in the STR market. Don't forget to follow Jeremy for weekly tangible tips on building short-term rental businesses from the ground up, and check out his podcast, "Short-Term Rental Pros." Join us today!
Today's conversation revolves around the role of creativity and entrepreneurship in shaping culture, the importance of belief and support in creative collaboration, and the challenges of bringing creative visions to life. Taylor Jones and Eric Brown emphasize the need for a holistic approach to culture building that prioritizes both individual and organizational well-being, and highlights the potential drawbacks of remote work while acknowledging its benefits. They also discuss the dangers of selfishness and isolation, and the value of self-awareness in avoiding burnout and recognizing one's limitations.High Notes:Creativity, entrepreneurship, and making a brighter future through a creative agency.Co-founders of whiteboard.ai discuss creative agency's origins and new book "Agency".The role of websites in making ideas real and supporting visionary leaders.Eric and Taylor discuss how they started a web design business in a dorm room and have since worked with over 500 clients, including nonprofits doing big things.Whiteboard's reputation grew as they embodied posture of belief, support in work.Creative vision and agency, challenges of bringing ideas to life.Creatives often struggle with balancing vision and hard work in pursuit of their goals.Agency and its tensions between self and others, mission and mastery.Balancing personal growth and mission in work.Tension between pursuing personal growth and collective mission/purpose.Personal ambition and its impact on work culture.The 4 quadrants of personal ambition: isolation, loneliness, vanity, and manifestation.Agency, leadership, and work culture.Self-care, creativity, and technology addiction.Eric discusses his experiences with mentoring and finding joy in helping others and sharing with struggles related to technology addiction.Agency and creativity with whiteboard co-founders.Whiteboard team hosts May Day in Chattanooga, Tennessee, for creative leaders and entrepreneurs.Show Notes:https://www.agencybook.com/maydaymayday.livehttps://www.whiteboard.is/Find out more about Big Self School:Big Self School seeks to democratize wellbeing and happiness. Our methodology is rooted in science and ancient wisdom to help clients improve their outcomes and design their dream life. We are innovating the way coaching is currently practiced. We're building a community to serve in a variety of high impact ways from coaching to in-person trainings to even using AI. Let's dream of a better future for everyone. Lead yourself first. Others will follow. bigselfschool.comDownload our free book, What Do You Expect? Discovering Methods for Deep Calm.Book a discovery call for coaching or workshop trainings here.Leave us a review and subscribe on Apple iTunes or Subscribe on Spotify.Order a copy of Chad's
In this episode of the LearnLikeaCPA Podcast, Taylor shares his journey from a $74 million Airbnb investment to leveraging strategic insights to enhance property profitability and the nuances of real estate investing, focusing on short-term rentals. - Learn how Taylor Jones transitioned from a sales job to owning multi-million-dollar Airbnb properties and his strategies for success. - Discover the importance of automations and SOPs in managing guest experiences and maximizing revenue. - Explore the concept of "return on hassle" and why it's crucial for investors to consider this metric. - Ryan and Taylor discuss the challenges of managing multiple properties and the strategic importance of scaling up. - Insights on repositioning assets and maximizing return on equity in a high-rate environment for sustained growth and profitability. Follow Ryan online: https://www.instagram.com/learnlikeacpa/ Timestamps: 00:00 Embracing free time during COVID to learn. 06:05 Why revenue drivers matter significantly in cabin rentals. 07:56 How equity run-up leads to apartment unit sale. 12:24 Long-term rental strategy and tax advice. 16:36 Real estate investment: one property vs. two. 24:05 How to avoid short-term, floating debt for stability. 25:06 How avoiding debt pressure allows for strategic operational decisions. 29:30 Focusing on slow growth and buying over building. 35:44 Focusing on owning fewer, more profitable rental units. Join my Facebook group, Tax Strategies for Real Estate Investors, and become part of a community with 5000+ high-level real estate investors ► Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/taxstrategyforinvestors Interested in working with me? Apply here: ► https://learnlikeacpa.mykajabi.com/Application Let's connect! ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/learnlikeacpa ► LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/learnlikeacpa ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/LearnLikeaCPA ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/learnlikeacpa ► Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@learnlikeacpa *None of this is meant to be specific investment advice, it's for entertainment purposes only.
In this episode of STR Investing, host Taylor Jones interviews Aidan Groll and dives deep into innovative financing strategies that will help you acquire short-term rentals without the need for a hefty down payment. Learn how savvy investors are leveraging creative solutions to secure properties at half the current interest rate. If you're eager to expand your STR portfolio, this episode is a must-listen!
Tune in to hear Jeremy's insightful discussion with Taylor Jones, a successful entrepreneur who has acquired 160 short-term rental properties. Taylor shares his expertise on expanding services for everyday investors, emphasizing the importance of finding, acquiring, underwriting, and scaling short-term rentals efficiently. Jeremy asks Taylor questions about how to improve his existing properties, exploring potential upgrades for higher revenue and operational advice. Some of Taylor's advice includes practical tips on photo optimization for listings, leveraging amenities for competitive advantage, and using data analytics for better performance measurement and strategic planning.
Learn how you can leverage the power of passive investing in the dynamic world of Short-Term Rentals. Conquer the world of short-term rentals and creative finance with The Fearless Investors, Kyle and Lamé! Take the 5-Day Challenge at thefearlessinvestors.co. Disclaimer: None of the contents of this channel "The Fearless Investors" are meant as direct advice. The purpose of this channel is to inform and educate. It is the viewer's responsibility to decide if the education is something they will put into action. Kyle Stanley, Lamé Kinikini and the Fearless Investors Youtube Channel do not take responsibility for the results experienced by the listener/viewer.
In this podcast episode, the hosts welcome Taylor Jones from Peterson Ventures. Taylor shares his journey from Utah to New York, working at American Express, and then transitioning to Google, where he was part of the early Google Cloud team. After Google, he joined a startup called Blue Matador, which was backed by Peterson Ventures, leading him to eventually join Peterson Ventures' investment team.Taylor discusses the value of experience in different roles and industries, highlighting the insights gained from working at startups and major corporations like Google and American Express. He reflects on the challenges and rewards of being a founder and the empathy he now has for early-stage founders as a venture capitalist.The conversation shifts to Peterson Ventures' approach to investing, focusing on pre-seed and seed stages, with a preference for founders who have a unique insight into their market. Peterson Ventures is described as a firm that deeply understands the importance of market timing, founder-market fit, and the potential impact of regulatory or technological changes on the market.Taylor and the hosts also touch upon the concept of Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR), where individuals with significant experience or ideas get support from venture firms to explore new ventures or potentially join the investment team.The discussion includes an overview of Peterson Ventures' investment strategy, emphasizing the firm's focus on sectors like FinTech, healthcare, commerce, and SaaS. Taylor mentions notable investments, such as in Ethos, a direct-to-consumer life insurance company, highlighting the firm's thesis around disrupting traditional industries through digital innovation.The conversation also covers the current investment landscape, including the impact of market conditions on valuations and fundraising strategies. Taylor shares insights on how the venture capital environment has evolved, with a recent shift towards more conservative investing, emphasizing profitability and efficient growth over rapid, unsustainable expansion.Finally, Taylor and the hosts discuss the importance of having a venture capital firm that actively supports its portfolio companies, especially during challenging times. They reflect on the significance of building long-term relationships with founders and the role of venture capital in facilitating not just financial support but strategic guidance and network access.This episode provides a comprehensive overview of Taylor Jones' career, Peterson Ventures' investment philosophy, and the broader venture capital ecosystem, offering valuable insights for founders, investors, and anyone interested in the startup and venture capital world.Follow Taylor JonesTwitter: https://twitter.com/taylor_c_jones/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylorcjones/Follow Peter HarrisTwitter: https://twitter.com/thevcstudentLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterharris1Instagram: https://instagram.com/shodanpeteYoutube: https://youtu.be/Hy9DsuFzTH4Follow Jon BradshawLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrbradshaw/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrjonbradshaw/Twitter: https://twitter.com/mrjonbradshaw
In this episode, we're joined by Taylor Jones, the Head of Acquisitions at Techvestor and the co-host of the STR Investing Podcast.With a remarkable track record of helping Techvestor acquire over 150 successful STR properties, Taylor Jones is a seasoned expert in the field. Join us as Taylor shares his wealth of knowledge and insider tips on purchasing the perfect STR property.Throughout the episode, Taylor dives deep into the strategies and considerations that have contributed to his success in acquiring STR properties. From identifying high-demand locations to evaluating property metrics and negotiating deals, Taylor provides invaluable advice tailored to both novice investors and seasoned pros.As the STR market continues to evolve, Taylor discusses emerging trends, innovative technologies, and key factors to consider when selecting the right property for investment. Whether you're looking to diversify your portfolio or launch your journey into real estate investing, Taylor's expertise will guide you towards making informed decisions and achieving your investment goals.
We explore the nuanced transition from professional athlete to coach, where the exhilaration is tempered by distinct challenges. In this episode, we engage in a candid conversation with Taylor Jones, a pro baseball player for the Astros, dissecting his evolution from player to coach.Unpacking the reservoir of lessons derived from his athletic background, witness how Jones integrates his experiential knowledge into his coaching role. From going over the details of effective coaching to delving into team dynamics, we also navigate the profound exploration of identity crises that often accompany this transition.✅ Follow Taylor Jones on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/taylor.jones.37853✅ Follow Coach Royce @roycelaguerta
In this episode, the Jeremy talks with Taylor Jones. Taylor shares his journey from posting about his personal experiences with short-term rentals to gaining tens of thousands of followers. He explains how he runs the acquisitions team at Techvestor, a short-term rental investment fund that acquires properties, renovates and furnishes them, and then splits the profits with investors. Taylor details the importance of amenities in setting your property apart, from game rooms and fire pits.
Diversifying sources of revenue, building a personal brand, social media marketing and running a business through different seasons of life – Taylor and I talk about it all in this episode! The founder of The Tiny Closet, Taylor Jones McClellan is back on the podcast to update us on her life and business. Since last being on the show in Season 2, Taylor has been busy! She's gotten married, become a mom, moved storefronts and started several other businesses. We talk about how The Tiny Closet has evolved throughout the last seven years, her evolution as a business owner and boss, adapting to a changing industry, how to find new channels of income, breaking into wholesale, and the ins and outs of social media , among other things! Resources: Taylor Jones McClellan: Instagram The Tiny Closet: Website | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | Pinterest Ashley Alderson: Instagram The Boutique Hub: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | TikTok | YouTube Boutique Summit 2024 2024 Boutique Boss Planner Small Business Marketing Handbook Boutique Hub Black Hubventory.com
Today's episode is special—this marks Breneman Blueprint's VERY FIRST episode about short-term rentals (STRs) with none other than Taylor Jones, Head of Acquisition for Techvestor, a company that acquires Airbnb properties and manages them as a passive investment opportunity for investors. In the last 19 months, Techvestor has acquired over 120 STR properties! Taylor and I kick off this episode with an essential chat about striking the right balance between occupancy and revenue in the short-term rental industry. We uncover the nuances of the short-term rental landscape and gain a deeper understanding of the evolving market dynamics and their impact on your investment strategy.We Discuss:
Patrick Donley (@JPatrickDonley) sits down with Sief Khafagi to learn all about how his company, Techvestor, makes investing in Airbnbs simple, passive, and profitable. You'll learn about his early career at Facebook, how he's gone about building a vertically integrated short term rental company, what gives Techvestor their competitive advantage, and what trends Sief is anticipating in the STR market.Sief is an ex techie turned real estate investor who has helped thousands diversify into real estate after spending nearly 5 years at Facebook. He's syndicated acquisitions totaling more than $100M while designing & developing more than 125+ properties. Today, he's the founder of Techvestor, which helps real estate investors and busy professionals passively invest in the emerging asset class of short term rentals (aka Airbnbs).IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:00:00 - Intro02:34 - How Sief was working at Facebook and developed an interest in real estate.03:32 - How working remotely all over the world connected him to the Airbnb world.03:54 - Why he choose against pursuing a long term rental strategy.04:50 - What his early side hustles as a teenager were.07:20 - How he built a Facebook team of over 1000 and applied those skills in building Techvestor.07:31 - How the strategy for Techvestor came about.09:26 - What the biggest challenges were in building Techvestor.11:02 - What gave him the courage to start a new venture.16:46 - How he found great people to join the team at Techvestor.19:25 - How Techvestor makes investing in Airbnbs simple, passive, and profitable.20:23 - How they use data analytics to find the best properties to add to their portfolio.22:39 - Why they were forced to vertically integrate.24:42 - How to amenitize Airbnb properties.25:21 - How they get development-like returns without taking on development-like risks.32:16 - Why having fixed rate debt is an advantage for them.33:49 - What Techvestor's exit strategy looks like.37:35 - What are the trends Sief is seeing in the Airbnb space.41:34 - What are some of the reasons they generate higher returns.*Disclaimer: Slight timestamp discrepancies may occur due to podcast platform differences.BOOKS AND RESOURCESThe Everything Guide to House Hacking by Robert Leonard.Related episode: Listen to REI175: An Insider's Guide to Airbnb w/ Taylor Jones or watch the video.Related episode: Listen to MI288: Experiencing Unique Stays w/ Ben Wolff or watch the video.Compounding Podcast w/ Richard Fertig.NEW TO THE SHOW?Check out our Millennial Investing Starter Packs.Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here.Try Robert's favorite tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance.Enjoy exclusive perks from our favorite Apps and Services.Stay up-to-date on financial markets and investing strategies through our daily newsletter, We Study Markets.Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts.P.S The Investor's Podcast Network is excited to launch a subreddit devoted to our fans in discussing financial markets, stock picks, questions for our hosts, and much more! Join our subreddit r/TheInvestorsPodcast today!SPONSORSGet a FREE audiobook from Audible.Learn how Principal Financial can help you find the right benefits and retirement plan for your team today.Your home might be worth more than you think. Earn extra money today with Airbnb.Get a customized solution for all of your KPIs in one efficient system with one source of truth. Download NetSuite's popular KPI Checklist, designed to give you consistently excellent performance for free.Shape and flex your home loans how you want with Athena. Join the thousands of Aussies taking control of their mortgage today.Enjoy an all-in-one personal finance app that gives you a comprehensive view of all your accounts, investments, transactions, cash flow, net worth, and more, with Monarch Money. Get an extended thirty-day free trial today.Be confident that you'll be small businessing at your best with support designed to help you reach your goals. Book an appointment with a TD Small Business Specialist today.Invest in the same paintings available to billionaires, at a more accessible price point with Masterworks.Support our free podcast by supporting our sponsors.Connect with Patrick: @JPatrickDonleyConnect with Sief: Website | LinkedIn | InstagramSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This episode's guest is Taylor Jones with Techvestor, a large scale vacation home short term rental fund. Taylor is always posting some amazing STR content on Twitter showing his company's properties and the strategies they use to scale a fast growing STR fund. This episode we discuss what Taylor looks for in a market before investing in short term rentals. We dive into how his company has been able to scale quickly and what advantages that scale brings to his investors. We talk about the challenges of managing properties remotely and the type of team it takes to efficiently manage their portfolio. We then cover what Taylor looks for in a property and how different elements like amenities, lot quality, floor plans, and uniqueness can make a huge difference on profitability. Lastly, we discuss the future of the STR asset class and how Taylor sees it evolving over time. Hope you enjoy the show! Ancova website: https://www.ancova.com Our Broken Bow Development: https://www.mountainforkresort.com Our Broken Bow Cabin Rentals: https://mountainforkvacations.com/ Max's Twitter: https://twitter.com/max_gagliardiPodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/Always_Building
This episode focuses on voluntourism around the world, and the impact we can collectively make as we travel.Dr. Vanessa Bezy, Founder & Director of the Wildlife Conservation Association, is a National Geographic Explorer, marine biologist and sea turtle expert who lives in Costa Rica. She shares the remarkable efforts of the Prevented Ocean Plastic program that is reducing the creation of new plastic. Taylor Jones, Chief Operating Officer, and Executive Director for Bikes for the World, travels the world overseeing his projects, and talks of the importance of bicycles, mainly in third-world countries.Their personal experiences lead to inspiring memories, including the thrill of witnessing a sea turtle nesting event for the first time. And Lea reflects back on her journey on a volunteer/travel program on a ship. We also highlight key organizations where you can travel while you make a significant difference._____Vanessa Bezy is Founder & Director of the Wildlife Conservation Association, Vanessa is a National Geographic Explorer, marine biologist and Sea Turtle expert who lives in Costa Rica. Taylor Jones, is Chief Operating Officer, and Executive Director for Bikes for the World,_____Podcast host Lea Lane blogs at forbes.com, has traveled to over 100 countries, and has written nine books, including the award-winning Places I Remember (Kirkus Reviews star rating, and 'one of the top 100 Indie books' of the year'). She has contributed to many guidebooks and has written thousands of travel articles. Contact Lea- she loves hearing from you! @lealane on Twitter; PlacesIRememberLeaLane on Insta; Places I Remember with Lea Lane on Facebook; Website: placesirememberlealane.com. New episodes drop every other Tuesday, wherever you listen. Please consider sharing, following, rating and reviewing this award-winning travel podcast.
Five years of clips from the podcast featuring (in order of appearance) Endr Won, Blair Conrad, Kaz Zaidi, Dan Cole from Suds ‘Em Yourself, F.J.Gouldner, UO Professor Ben Saunders, Pat Miller, “Brooklyn” Jay, Lora Workman, Taylor Jones, Chris Wig, Albert Lee, Thomas Hiura, Adam & Cohen, Sammy Warm Hands, Tre Stewart, Mark Molina, Thomas Hiura (again), Mayor Sean VanGordon, Tim Lewis, Police Chief Andrew Shearer, Alan Benevedes, Dana Peterson-Crabb, Cameron Derby, Endr Won (again), and Leonard Stoehr. Hosted by Patty Rose To support the podcast with a one time or monthly donation go to strpod.com/sponsors Ending Track “Feel Of My Skin” by Patty Rose (feat. Gradient) Sponsored by Oregon Cash Flow Pro Oregoncashflowpro.com To listen to all previous episodes, buy merch, and more go to strpod.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strpod/message
Erica Brescia, Managing Director at Repoint Ventures, joins Taylor Jones to discuss a wide range of topics including her career as an operator, founder and investor as well as her unique perspective on AI. Prior to Redpoint, Erica was the co-founder and COO of Bitnami and also served as the COO of GitHub. We hope you enjoy this episode.
The health of a grapevine starts at ground level – literally in the soil. The California Department of Food and Agriculture is helping farmers improve the quality of their soils through the Healthy Soils Initiative. Taylor Jones, Ph.D., Director of Viticulture at Star Lane and Dierberg Vineyards used his funding as an opportunity to study the effects of compost. After completing two three-year trials in six different soil types in two American Viticulture Areas, Taylor found that compost additions significantly increased organic matter, Reduced Nitrogen, Phosphorous, and Potassium usage by 35 percent, and decreased water use dramatically. Listen in to hear the only downside to increasing the use of compost on your vineyard. References: 149: Fair Market Trade: Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi and Grapevines 151: The Role of the Soil Microbiome in Soil Health 163: Onsite Compost Production Using Vineyard Waste 165: Become a Microbe Farmer: Make Compost 167: Use Biochar to Combat Climate Change California Department of Food and Agriculture's Healthy Soils Initiative Compost Benefits and Quality for Viticultural Soils Compost use in premium vineyard development Dierberg Vineyard Taylor Jones LinkedIn Tyler Jones: taylor@dierbergvineyard.com Vineyard Team Programs: Juan Nevarez Memorial Scholarship - DONATE SIP Certified Vineyard Team – Become a Member Get More Subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode on the latest science and research with the Sustainable Winegrowing Podcast. Since 1994, Vineyard Team has been your resource for workshops and field demonstrations, research, and events dedicated to the stewardship of our natural resources. Learn more at www.vineyardteam.org. Transcript Craig Macmillan 0:00 Here with me today is Taylor Jones. He's Director of Viticulture at Star Lane in Dierberg Vineyards. And we're gonna talk about some soil health projects that he's got going. Thanks for being on the podcast. Taylor Jones 0:10 Yeah. Thanks for having me. Craig Macmillan 0:12 I just learned about this recently, and you talked about a little bit in the vineyard team tailgate meeting that got me interested, you have more than one thing going on? Is that right? Yeah, yeah, we do. And these projects are funded by the California Department of Food and Agriculture Healthy Soils program. Is that right? Taylor Jones 0:25 Yes, that's correct. Craig Macmillan 0:27 We'd love to chat about that part of it a little bit later. But right now, I really want to know what you're doing. How many projects, what are they about? What are you trying to find out? Taylor Jones 0:33 We have two projects, we were awarded two different grants, one for each of our vineyard properties that we have. So we have one healthy soils project over in Santa Rita Hills that started in 2018. And it's a three year program. And then we have another project that's healthy soils program at our Star Lane Vineyard in Happy Canyon, AVA and over their three year project also. And that one started in 2020, I believe. So we just hit our final year, this this last year. So yeah, to two different projects. And essentially, we're the states paying us to put compost down and improve our soil health. So we're jumping on that and trying to see what actually happens in the vineyard after compost has been applied. Since we're getting all of this compost from CDFA. It's we're going to use the money that we're saving on the compost to kind of do some some studies and see what's actually being impacted in our vineyard soils. Craig Macmillan 1:30 So talking about the Star Rita AVA, project. Taylor Jones 1:33 Over at Santa Rita hills, we have Drum Canyon vineyard, and over there we were awarded, it was 35 acres of compost applications, we had six tons per acre. For three years, over the three year span, we had 18 tons per acre put down down over there what we did, we tried to, as best we could make an experiment, you know, it's kind of hard to make a proper randomized trial. In a field when you're doing compost applications with your normal operations, we try to apply compost in all the areas that we could in our vineyard and while leaving a few barrier rows that we could do tests. And so we had, for example, we'd have 10 rows applied with compost, and then a few rows, no compost so that we could test those rows separately see what's going on. Are there changes in organic matter? Are we seeing changes in compaction, all the good stuff that comes with soil, so testing soils for nutrition, microbial populations, and then also water, I think water is the big thing. So that's how we set everything up on the property, we have five or six different soil types that we apply conference to and in each soil type, we did our own measurements there. And we were able to have soil moisture probes in most areas so that we could utilize those to help with some data. We really saw a lot of benefits from putting the compost down. I mean, we're in you're entering our sixth year after application, the state's requiring us to send a final numbers and we have to do one more test of organic matter. So that's coming up soon for our final dataset. Overall, we saw some great really good impacts from from the healthy soil program at that site. Craig Macmillan 3:11 Before we go farther, are we talking about banding under the vine we're talking about broadcasting? Taylor Jones 3:14 Whenever you do your grant, you have to specify what you're going to do. And in our case, we went with banding the spreader that we have is a bander you know we'd have six foot rows and we have a ag soil works hydraulic gripper, the wings move. So we're in an area where we have a lot of compaction. Typically we like to rip every three years every other row. And so that kind of led to the decision of banding. We're getting the compost close to the vine. Since we're in a six foot row, our rippers going right down the vine row right next to the root zone. So we're trying to get everything incorporated and move down lower in the soil profile. That was our target what we did we since we had three different years, and we didn't want to rip every single year, we did well alternating rows. One year we did every other row with a compost band and rip. The following year we did the even numbered rows with the compost band and rip and then the final year, our desire was to go no till so at the final year, we banded and we just did a light disk and seed on top of that, that we didn't unnecessarily rip over again. So it was technically a combo of riping and broadcast. Craig Macmillan 4:22 Unrelated just further conversation that I've had weed control under the vine using some kind of cold federal weed knife or using herbicides? Taylor Jones 4:31 For the extent of this trial. We use it herbicides, trying to keep all the weeds down as much as possible so that we're not seeing any funky results coming from having weeds all over the place. So we try to keep the berms clean as possible. Craig Macmillan 4:42 And this one has been going for a little while now. What kind of preliminary results do you think you're seeing? Taylor Jones 4:47 We're seeing some some great preliminary results. The most impactful result that we're seeing is water. Our water usage has declined dramatically. I mean, we went from irrigating every two weeks historically, this will be my eighth vintage here at the company, we used to always pretty religiously we'd water every two weeks, if not more over on that property. And every year, we were kind of able to spread that out, we were seeing water holding capacity almost increase. So last year, we ended up waiting 79 days from basically from bloom until we harvested, we were able to not water at all. Pretty amazing, we were able to heat stress, we have totally sensors in the field that help us tailor our irrigation strategies, but that 79 days of no water being used was significant for our operation in terms of water savings, you know, propane costs, even the irrigator had more time to do other things besides troubleshoot the irrigation system. I think all of that kind of stemmed from the organic matter increase. We saw, on average over a three year timespan, the average was about point 2% increase in organic matter per year for those three years. And you know, 1% organic matter is more or less 20,000 gallons of water per acre that you can hold. That's our goal. Let's try to increase organic matter by 1% and try to achieve that extra water holding capacity. Let's see how high we can get and so we had different different soil types reacted differently in terms of how well they held water. What kind of soils do you have out there? We're talking about the Santa Ynez River Valley, we're talking about being relatively close to Lompoc, for those of you who are interested, there is tremendous will type variability all through that area. And Drum Canyon is relatively on the west side of that area. I would describe it as that what kind of sils do you have out there? So we have top of the hill pure sandbox, as you go down the hill, we have some nice Shaylee loans. As we continue down, we get more and more loamy but a little bit more clay and silt as you kind of go to the flats. We're getting a lot more water holding capacity there in the flat zone. And then we have another corner of the vineyard that is the lowest coldest spot and that's mostly sand like a kind of like a sandy clay. So huge variability in soils, we kind of have almost all the types on our property, which is well fun for me. Craig Macmillan 7:12 Fun for you. Tremendous variation in water holding capacity. Taylor Jones 7:15 Oh yeah, we had a block we tried to establish our sandy soils, and that was watering twice a week with four gallons per vine, like just trying to get those vines. I mean, it's windy there, we have a lot of struggles and sand is sands an issue trying to get vines established. And to get that taproot down, otherwise, our loams on the hillsides, they tend to have good drainage, they're maybe two feet deep before you hit a layer of sandstone. So our soils are fairly shallow. So we get good water infiltration and penetration, good ability to stress the vines out quickly, but not really holding water. Well, as you get to the flood zone, we've always been able to irrigate a little bit less often those soils kind of have more of clay particles, they're holding on to water a little bit more, until you hit the sandy zone and there are definitely watering twice as much as we do in other areas. Craig Macmillan 8:02 But you're seeing improvement in all these areas? Taylor Jones 8:05 Definitely every single area of all in line with each other and what what we're seeing in in our sandy soil series, we saw the higher increase in organic matter than the other soil series. And we were able to irrigate slightly less in those zones than the other ones, which then in previous years percentage wise, which was surprising, but also I'm so glad water is the same you know, in our sandy soils, we saw almost it was point eight 5% organic matter increase total over a final timespan. So that's the equivalent of 16,600 gallons per acre that of water that was used, On the lower end some of the, our loamy silty soils, we ended up getting about a point seven 2.45% increase over five years. So a little bit different there. But you know, we didn't need as much help with holding water in those soils of the sandy soils. So it kind of balanced out percentage wise in terms of how much water we were using. Craig Macmillan 9:06 What about above ground? Did you see changes in the vines, the fruit crop load, wine quality? Taylor Jones 9:11 Not so much crop load tons tons per acre, we're pretty spot on throughout the vineyard with seasonal variability. For better or for worse. Some areas we had too much vigor, some areas are vigor was improved overall vigor was higher than than previous years, even with reduced water and reduced and reduced fertilizer inputs as well. So yeah, above ground pruning weights increased a little bit. But that was that was kind of expected. We're having a lot more vigor. But yeah, fruit load was not impacted, which is fine. We're not like trying to pump out as much fruit as possible. Craig Macmillan 9:43 We've made wines out of these? Taylor Jones 9:45 Yes. So why is not really a lot of changes in wine. Our winemaking team. They make a couple different wines. A lot of its blended from different areas of our flat zones. And in our other ranch we saw some Yans increasing Other than Yans, that's about it in terms of wine quality was still on point with with every previous year, so no changes in wine quality and no changes in Brix or pH, anything like that phenologically ripening, everything seemed to be pretty, pretty standard for our ranch. Craig Macmillan 10:18 And that's a good transition. So what about the Happy Canyon? Taylor Jones 10:21 We're just getting some, I'm finally organizing some data for Happy Canyon. And they're we're seeing similar results. And if anything this year more so or we have had some pretty significant rains. But our cover crop took off a lot quicker than any previous year, this last November, November, December is when we put our final load of compost in from healthy soils. So we were in year three, and we're finally seeing cover crops just taking off. Unfortunately, I think the only downside of these projects has been a lot of increase in in inter row weeds, we've had a lot more weeds creeping up. And that's just I think, some of the compost we're getting this now the seed beds in there just stuck there. And you can see the Malvo just coming up right where we planted and ripped, which is frustrating, but I'll take the soil benefits and deal with the weeds later, you know. Happy Canyon, we're seeing very similar results, we're starting to be able to use less water on a per annual basis, we have a little bit less soil diversity over at Happy Canyon a lot more silty clay silty on the hillsides, clays towards the bottom and the flats. That grant there was 95 acres of compost and give that reference over over a three year timespan that ends up being it was 58 $59,000 worth of compost that we got to not to have from the state which which was phenomenal. And then at the Star Lane project, we're only doing four times an acre, not six tons an acre, the grants kind of based off of what compost you're buying and your carbon nitrogen ratio of your compost, so four tons an acre and Happy Canyon still with the goal of trying to go no till over there. And we're seeing similar increases in organic matter where we're getting that point 2.25% increase year after a year. So there were targeting hopefully, my goal is to find one block, maybe that we can get a full 1% increase in that would be amazing. But it's good to see similarity over two different ADAs two different ranches. It's nice to see the similarities kind of confirming what we're seeing at one ranch versus the other ranch. Craig Macmillan 12:24 And I want to come back to that. But before I forget, again, we're talking about this is four tons per acre banded, you are not tilling the middle right now. Taylor Jones 12:32 Correct. Craig Macmillan 12:33 But you are tilling with that piece of equipment over at the Santa Rita ranch when you have to occasionally yes in terms of no tilled you for see Star Lane being able to farm with a no till system indefinitely? Or do you have plans that you'll have to reset the system every so often? And if so, how would you go about it? Taylor Jones 12:53 That's that's a good question. I think that I would love to go no tilling indefinitely, unfortunately, with the rate of compaction all of our soils have and then the heavy equipment we're using it's it's inevitable that we're going to have to rip and till but I don't think that we'll ever have to do like every single year full plowed down kind of stuff. I'm totally fine with instead of ripping every three years, let's double that to rip every six years or even further down the road, see how far we can push it. I think with our compaction results that we're seeing in both ranches, our rate of compaction has reduced by about 80% We should be able to go for about five and a half years without ripping instead of every three years. So we can probably push that to six years and rip and then you know, maybe future copost applications will help reduce that even more. We're doing some no till trials where we planted a vineyard and started it no till and comparing it to the same block that's being tilled annually every year. And so far, we're five or six years in now and seeing no differences in yield or plant growth which is promising because I think that for our soil future we kind of need to go the the no till route and you know show that it can be done. And let's see what happens. Craig Macmillan 14:06 Something that we didn't touch on that. I think if our listeners are not familiar, this is in Santa Barbara County, Santa Yenz Valley. Happy Canyon and the Star Rita AVAs are about as different as you could possibly get in my opinion. So fill us in a little bit about what's going on soil and climate between those two branches. Taylor Jones 14:24 Both are similar in terms of frost. I mean we had we always have the same amount of frost days I feel like but yeah, so So Santa Rita hills a lot closer to the ocean. You've got the Santa Ynez mountain range, they're going east to west kind of funneling in all the morning fog so we get Santa Rita Hills morning fog usually burning out towards the end of the day, high winds and that that kind of leads to some nice distressed plants are really big fluxes in temperatures with daytime highs versus nighttime colds very similar toHappy Canyon Aava like stuff over there, we get a lot warmer during the day, we're seeing a lot more 90 degree plus days than what we would see in Santa Rita Hills. And with with the way the climates moving, both ranches seem to be trending towards more and more and more high heat days. And we're seeing more cold days as well. And out at Happy Canyon, we're kind of on the far edge of Happy Canyon where Star Lane is and we have morning fog kind of creeps in and it will kind of tickle the edge of our ranch almost kind of recedes a lot more back into Santa Ynez. So at Star Lane, we get a lot more a lot less foggy mornings, kind of ocean mist, and we have a lot more beautiful sunny mornings out. But over there, we also have a lot of wind as well, the significant amount of wind. So AVA wise, they are, you know, they're fairly, fairly similar, I would say only because you have some of that marine influence. High winds with soil types are completely different. And just like the amount of the day that you're getting sunlight in different areas, and wind is fairly different as well. Craig Macmillan 16:05 Tell me a little bit about the Healthy Soils program. I think this is a really fascinating thing. I remember when it started, and how did you find out about it? How did you get led to it? What was the process like for getting into it? Taylor Jones 16:17 Trying to think I found it, I really liked looking for grant money, I came from an academic background. And if there's free money to be had, why not apply for it, we use all the tractor replacement grants, we're trying to get electrification grants, you know, find money where we can find it to help our help our company out. Pretty sure we just stumbled upon this program being available. And we basically talked to CDFA. And we're like, Hey, we're interested in applying and said, Here's the process. And it ended up being kind of ridiculously easy. I'm surprised that more people don't apply for Healthy Soils programs, there's just an an online application that you fill out, not only while you're filling out this application, they make you use the Comet Planner tool online, which is a really fun tool, if nobody's used it before, just to estimate greenhouse gas emission reductions based on you know, that's, that's kind of the core of the program is reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing organic matter in your soils. And comet planner can kind of help you look at that. So there's some criteria you have to meet, you cannot have applied compost on these fields within I forget what it was in the last five years or something like that. If you've been applying compost, you can't get the Healthy Soils program. So we used some areas, we had put compost down so we couldn't use those zones, which is why in our Drum Canyon Ranch is 69 acres, but we could only put compost down on 35 of that. So that's one One limitation of the program. But overall, you pick your blocks that you want to do you set out a sampling protocol for them. And they'll usually accept it. And it's essentially you sample your soils every year during the program prior to compost application. And they'll reimburse you for those soil samples as well. So that you can track your organic matter. That's that's all they require. We submit our soils for more testing than just organic matter. Yeah, overall, it's a really simple end of the year, you have to send them proof of your project. And that's generally photos of the compost arriving pictures of the team implementing the compost, actually putting it into the ground, receipts, invoices that you had for just everything to prove that you've done what you do. And then yeah, it's three years. And then in year five, you have one last soil sample to send to the state. So overall, it's a simple application process. I found it one of the easier grants to actually apply for. Craig Macmillan 18:38 You mentioned that you were doing soil analysis beyond just the soil organic matter what what variables are you looking at? Taylor Jones 18:44 We just submitted for a full a full soil health panel looking back on it, I wish I would have added bulk density on that, because I think that would have been interesting to see how it changed. But you know, hindsight is 2020 but we looked at you know, NPK, calcium, magnesium cation exchange capacity. Any differences in pH, soil moisture, sodium, just kind of the whatever you send to us soil lab, whatever they'll give you for those tests. I think the biggest thing was we reduced our NPK usage by about 35%. At both ranches after this soil results showed you know we had some NPK increases, but not really as much. I think what we're seeing more so is our vines, roots, finding new areas where they haven't been before. And they're kind of being able to utilize resources that previously weren't available to them. So that's leading to our decrease in fertilizer usage, which is great. We're trying to go towards organic and getting away from a lot of inorganic fertilizer usages would be spectacular. Craig Macmillan 19:47 That reminds me of something so have you been applying either synthetic organic NPK formulations on top of the compost as the compost been it for the fertility program? Taylor Jones 19:56 We still do add a little bit, a little bit of NPK but more so calcium, we will have more calcium applications. Especially out in Happy Canyon, we have really high serpentine soils and really bad magnesium problems. So we're always trying to add in gypsum and calcium whenever we can. The Drum Canyon Ranch, not too much of a problem over there we have a problem with potassium uptake. Um, so we do increase our potassium usage they're coming into this year, I think we're really going to reduce based on what we saw last year in terms of vigor and vine health. I mean, our nitrogen applications are going to be really low. Phosphorus, we're always pretty fine on we don't need to use much will probably continue with potassium, but we'll see what petioles looked like this year. Craig Macmillan 20:40 Well, we're running out of time. Is there one thing that you would tell a grower one piece of advice you'd give to a grower regarding what you've learned from this project? Taylor Jones 20:49 I mean, the advice is use compost, I think we're we're seeing root zones reaching areas they haven't before where we're using significantly less water, which is just key to farming in California and really in the world going forward. You know, you're you're increasing your CEC or your cation exchange capacity so less nutrients down I mean, you're getting compost is kind of like a win win scenario. The only downside is weeds. Our soils are seem to be returned to normal. We had earthworms returned for the first time since I've been at this ranch. Five different soil pits we found earthworms in which they've never been in before. They're kind of creeping in from the edges, which is awesome. I think we're gonna maybe transition to worm farming. Craig Macmillan 21:33 (laughs). Where can people find out more about you and what you do? Speaker 2 21:39 you could always find out. Dierberg and Star Lane Vineyards, we have Dierbergvineyard.com. Starlanevineyard.com. Otherwise, I kind of just bounced around the Santa Barbara County. I think it always... Craig Macmillan 21:50 Just like if you're looking if you're looking for him. Just go to Santa Barbara County and drive around a little bit. Yeah. Probably near a vineyard. Taylor Jones 21:58 Yeah, exactly. Craig Macmillan 22:00 He has a lot of friends. Taylor Jones 22:02 But no, yeah, you know, I'm happy if people want to reach out to me. You know, my emails, Taylor taylor@Dierbervineyard.com. Yeah, happy to help people out with applying for grants or if they want to chat or look at some data. I'm always down to see what other people are seeing and compare what we're seeing in our AVA versus another AVA or different grower strategies for compost applications. You know, I think information sharing is the way to go. Craig Macmillan 22:28 Yeah, totally. Fantastic. Well, Taylor, I just am so happy you could be on the on the podcast, this has really been fun for me. Taylor Jones 22:35 Thanks for having me. Craig Macmillan 22:36 This is a topic. It's obviously a hot topic, continuing topic. And I think that the longer that we as an industry have been doing this, because this isn't something that people were doing in the 70s for instance, you know, is this you know, we've all had to learn we've had a compost is not just compost, you need look, the analyses and this rate is not the same as that rate and on the soil does that and the fact that you guys are doing that work along with everybody else and that you're sharing information. I think it's really fantastic. So, thank you so much for your contribution. Taylor Jones 23:03 Yeah. Thank you. Craig Macmillan 23:04 So our guest has been Taylor Jones. He is director of viticulture at Star Lane and Dierberg Vineyards in Santa Barbara County. Transcribed by https://otter.ai
Patrick Donley and Taylor Jones talk all about Airbnb rentals and how Techvestor is making it easier to invest in the space without all the headaches of owning and operating your own short-term rental. Taylor is the head of acquisitions for Techvestor.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:00:00 - Intro05:23 - What the three skillsets you need to be excellent at Airbnb.05:23 - How the right amenities can make a huge difference in revenue.07:10 - What Taylor's first Airbnb personally looked like.13:56 - How dynamic pricing strategies work to maximize revenue.17:00 - Steps to take for your first Airbnb listing.29:43 - What some of the common pitfalls that trip people up on Airbnb investments.36:37 - How Techvestor is uniquely organized to capitalize on the Airbnb trend.44:48 - Why it is important to get the acquisition price right and how to do it.58:01 - What Taylor thinks about the murmurings of an Airbust.And much, much more!*Disclaimer: Slight timestamp discrepancies may occur due to podcast platform differences. BOOKS AND RESOURCESRobert's book The Everything Guide to House Hacking.Good to Great by Jim Collins.Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki.Richer, Wiser, Happier by William Green.Related episode: Listen to TIP503: The Story of Airbnb and Brian Chesky, or watch the video.Related episode: Listen to REI077: Masterclass in Self-Storage w/ Nick Huber, or watch the video. NEW TO THE SHOW?Check out our Real Estate 101 Starter Packs.Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here.Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance Tool.Enjoy exclusive perks from our favorite Apps and Services.Stay up-to-date on financial markets and investing strategies through our daily newsletter, We Study Markets.Keep up with the latest news and strategies on real estate investing with the best real estate podcasts.P.S The Investor's Podcast Network is excited to launch a subreddit devoted to our fans in discussing financial markets, stock picks, questions for our hosts, and much more! Join our subreddit r/TheInvestorsPodcast today!SPONSORSGet a FREE audiobook from Audible.Let an expert do your taxes from start to finish so you can relax with TurboTax.Set, track, and manage your financial goals as your life evolves with Scotia Smart Investor.Get the professional support you need to prepare for your future career with UBC Sauder School of Business.Universal life insurance can offer protection and long-term tax-advantaged savings for your future goals & milestones. Get a universal life policy today through a simple, easy, and 100% digital purchase journey with Everly.What does happen when money and big feelings mix? Tune in to find out on the new podcast, Open Money, presented by Servus Credit Union.Support our free podcast by supporting our sponsors.Connect with Patrick (@jpatrickdonley): TwitterConnect with Taylor: Twitter | WebsiteSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Taylor Jones is the Acquisitions Manager at Techvestor, a short-term rental investment fund. He shares his journey from a sales job to his current role in tech and real estate. He discusses how they use technology to source and scale investments while incorporating the human element for informed decisions. He talks about navigating the crowded marketplace and leveraging scale to diversify inventory and experiment with unique designs.[00:01 - 01:39] Opening SegmentWe welcome, Taylor Jones!Taylor shares his unique approach to short-term rentals[01:40 - 23:23] Leveraging Data to Find the Best-Size ProductsHe introduces, “Techvestor”, which uses a technology to find short-term rental investmentsStaying laser-focused on building and acquiring properties, renovating, designing, and furnishing themUsing data to determine the best-size product to buy in a marketBuilding a Rolodex of local partners for maintenance, cleaning, and other servicesCloning successful designs from other markets can be beneficial[23:24 - 29:47] THE FINAL FOURWhat's the worst job that you ever had?Working as a busboy for a nightclubWhat's a book you've read that has given you a paradigm shift?“Rich Dad, Poor Dad” by Robert KiyosakiWhat is a skill or talent that you would like to learn?Musical opportunitiesWhat does success mean to you?Taylor Jones says, “Success to me is reaching that equilibrium of happiness for both myself and my family.”Connect with Taylor Jones:LinkedIn: Taylor JonesTwitter: @MrJonesSTRsLEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW by clicking this link.WHERE CAN I LEARN MORE?Be sure to follow me on the below platforms:Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, Google, or Stitcher.LinkedInYoutubeExclusive Facebook Groupwww.yonahweiss.comNone of this could be possible without the awesome team at Buzzsprout. They make it easy to get your show listed on every major podcast platform.Tweetable Quotes:“Definitely standing out is becoming more and more necessary. You got to work within your budget, but you really you got to maximize the space that you have and trying to find properties that have inherited advantages.” – Taylor Jones“Success is finding that balance to, you know, be able to put all of those pieces together, both in a professional and personal life.” – Taylor JonesSupport the show
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