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Short Term Rental Revenue

228 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★ - 75 ratings

Welcome to the Short Term Rental Revenue Podcast, hosted by Michelle Russell. This show was created to empower people from all walks of life to build their own STR business and create a passive income that surpasses their J-O-B. Learn what STRs are and how to run one EVEN IF you don't have a rental property of your own. We will bring listeners the latest on the BNB Industry, politics, and religion. Whether you're into Vacation Rentals or Corporate Rentals, Michelle's decades of Real Estate Investment Knowledge, Short-Term... and Long-Term Rentals, as well as buying real estate investment properties, will give you an unfair advantage, which everyone needs. Get the latest Post-CoVID changes in our industry and how to Build and Grow your business profitably and professionally. Find out more at BNB-Boss.com. Go and Grow, as Michelle loves to say!

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142 – What's in Our Hot Tub Release - Not Legal Advice

November 15, 2021 07:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MB

Michelle reads what's in her Hot Tub Release that made her insurance company happy.  While this is not legal advice and her attorney has yet to go over the document for her yet, it may be a good starting point for you if you own a short-term rental with a hot tub. Our website has the transcript as well as a copy of this not legally checked release for you to take a look at.  Whatever you do, HAVE YOUR ATTORNEY CHECK THIS FOR YOU AND YOUR STATE BEFORE USING IT. Go to www.BNB-Boss.com to cat...

141 – What You Need to Do to Add a Hot Tub and Increase Profits

November 08, 2021 07:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MB

We added a hot tub to one of our small properties in Tucson.  We're going to tell you all the things we needed to do in order to cover our assets and make local governments happy, as well as our insurance company.   Plus, what did this mean for our bottom line?  How long before the hot tub paid for itself?  It already has!!  You may want to try this out for yourself. Go to www.BNB-Boss.com to catch this episode and read our Award-Winning blogs!  Plus, there are some free downloads you may f...

140 - Are You Paying Too Much for Your Properties?

November 01, 2021 07:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MB

Buy low.  Sell high.  It's a simple concept until emotion gets the best of you.  Right now, in several parts of the US, Real Estate prices are soaring and investors are paying way too much for properties that they may not be able to cash flow in the future.  Are you one of them? Go to our website and read our Award Winning blogs at BNB-Boss.com . We would very much appreciate it if you could head over to iTunes and SUBSCRIBE to our show and leave us a 5-Star Review.  This helps us to find ...

139 – Why Monthly Rentals Aren’t the Deal Airbnb Wants You to Think They Are

August 23, 2021 07:00 - 52 minutes - 36 MB

Airbnb and some other platforms are really pushing monthly stays.  They want you to offer larger discounts and taunt you with statistics of cities where the majority of stays are over 30 days.  Sounds good, right?  Less work.  Less hassle.  What could possibly go wrong?  Michelle will tell you how monthly stays affect your reviews and the number one reason you should think twice before taking stays over 30 days.   Head over to OUR WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informationa...

138 - How Companies like OpenDoor, Offerpad, & Zillow Manipulate the Market...and You!

August 16, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 51.1 MB

Somethings going on and it's costing Americans billions of hard-earned dollars.  Our housing prices are being manipulated.  Not only are we being ripped-off monetarily but "they" are doing their best to eliminate our first line of defense when buying and selling homes: our Realtors.  Find out more in this week's conversation with Michelle favorite realtor, Jack Burns of Realty One in Gilbert.  Jack is Michelle's go-to guy and he sheds some light on this subject this week. Head over to the N...

137 – Treat Your Guests Like Guest: They're Not Your Cleaning Crew

August 09, 2021 07:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MB

Why, oh, why do some hosts continue to leave their guests a L O N G list of things to do and items to clean?  We just don't get it!  These are your guests.  Treat them like guests and not your kids.  It's your responsibility to clean your property between guests and Michelle makes her opinion on this issue extremely. Head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational downloads there and, of course, our amazing Mini-Courses!  Give us a try!  Go and Grow! We w...

136 - Increase Your Revenue by Hiring a Professional Interior Designer with Erica Reiner

August 02, 2021 07:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MB

This week, we are excited to have the wonderful Erica Reiner on the show.  She is the owner and design principal of Eco Method Interiors, the premier residential & commercial, eco-friendly, interior design company in Los Angeles.  Erica is going to tell us how we can increase our income by a full 20%!!  She's also got some great tips and tricks when it comes to decorating your BNB spaces.  This lady is smart and backs up all she says with data!  Enjoy this episode and head over to Erica's we...

135 - How to Negotiate with Landlords

July 26, 2021 07:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MB

When it comes to Rental Arbitrage, you have to know why what you have to offer a landlord is so much better than a regular long-term renter.  Having a short-term rental business inside your rental units means they are being taken care of and that your income is consistent.  In this episode, Michelle talks about negotiating with landlords by knowing their pain points and knowing exactly what puts us a step or two above a regular renter.  This episode goes along well with our Rental Arbitrage ...

134 – Maria Giordano Teaches Negotiations

July 19, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 53.8 MB

This week Michelle’s guest is the fabulous, Maria Giordano. Maria is teaching us all about Negotiations and she is absolutely the “go-to” person on that.  She’s done hundreds of deals and continues to hone her skills daily.  There’s no better teacher in our book!  Enjoy this teaching episode and take notes.  Negotiations is where you make your money - ON THE BUY, as we like to say!  Maria's got a gift for you and you can click here for the link.  Enjoy! You can get to our NEW WEBSITE by goi...

133 - Noise Aware Stops Parties in Their Tracks, Just Ask Michael Goldin

July 12, 2021 09:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MB

One of the best know companies preventing parties in the BNB Industry is Noise Aware and Michelle couldn't wait to interview Michael Goldin about the company.  He didn't disappoint, either.  Noise Aware is working with many cities to save the STR Industry, as well as working with insurance companies to get your premiums lowered when you use their product.  Find out more in this week's episode. Head over to our WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational downloads and, of c...

132 – Dana Young from Virtual Concierge Knocks Michelle's Socks Off with Their Service!

July 05, 2021 07:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MB

In this week's episode, Michelle interviews Dana Young from Virtual Concierge and she is blown away by all they have to offer.  Dana explains how AI can not only make your job easier but how it can make you stand head-and-shoulders above the competition!  You will want to listen to this and take notes.  Then, get ready to try Virtual Concierge for yourself.  You won't want to miss a second of this interview. Head over to our WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational down...

131 - The Easiest and Best Way to Get a VA: Our Interview with OnlineJobs.ph's John Jonas

June 28, 2021 07:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MB

In this week's episode, we talk to the one and only, John Jonas of OnlineJobs.ph - the BEST way to find a VA, bar none!  When looking for a VA, the Philippines should be the logical choice.  We will explain all the reasons why in this episode.  Plus, we will tell you why you should avoid agencies and use the best service there is, OnlineJobs.ph to find your next VA.  You won't want to miss this episode! Head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational downl...

130 - Sync All Your Calendars with SyncBNB: Our Interview with Alexander Caravitis

June 21, 2021 07:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MB

How would you like to sync ALL your calendars?  Whether you use large platforms, like Airbnb and HomeAway, or small platforms, like hole-in-the-wall-stays, SyncBNB can link every calendar you have in a matter of hours!  They are pretty much the only logical choice for managing all of your platforms.  Alexander Caravitis, from SyncBNB, explains how they do it and more in this week's interview. Head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational downloads there ...

129 - Our Interview with Arthur Colker of Stayfi

June 14, 2021 07:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MB

Want to know a great way to grow your business and increase your income?  Marketing to past guest!  But how do you get in touch with them?  Many platforms, like Airbnb, won't pass emails to you or give you anyone's contact phone information but the main booking guest.  Well, Stayfi is the answer!!  Here is a way to collect pretty much everyone's email address and begin building your email list and potentially sharing your property with tens of thousands of others.  Arthur Colker of Stayfi ex...

128 - Our Interview with William Evans and Elise Renard from Party Squasher

June 07, 2021 07:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MB

This week we highlight Michelle’s interview with William Evans and Elise Renard from Party Squasher.  This company not only has a great name but a great product.  Learn more about it and why having products like Party Squasher can save you money. Head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational downloads there and, of course, our Limited Time $7 Courses!  Save hundreds right now and give us a try!  Plus, contest details are inside this episode!  Enter to wi...

127 - Just In Time Learning and the 5 Steps That Saves You Massive Time & Money

May 31, 2021 10:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MB

Michelle recommends the book, SCRUM, and talks about Steve Larson’s Funnel Hacking Live presentation that made her shout, “YES!  This is SO TRUE!”  His 5 Steps will not only save you massive amounts of time but thousands of dollars, too!  And everyone needs to hear about his "Just in Time" Learning.  Find out how to save time and money, as well as what "Just in Time" Learning is, in this week’s episode. Head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational downl...

126 - Minimum Viable Action: Focusing on the First Obvious Step

May 24, 2021 08:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MB

Michelle talks about the book, Effortless, and how much she loves the concept of taking Minimum Viable Action.  MVA is doing the next, easy and logical step in any process.  Most people overthink things or end up attempting to educate themselves to death (along with their pocketbook).  They may feel overwhelmed with “all the things they have to do” in order to get to the next big milestone in their business plan.  They just get stuck and the thing that keeps them stuck may be something incre...

125 - Five Upgrades Your Guests Want to See

May 17, 2021 08:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

As a host and property owner, you must protect your income investment by attracting and retaining quality short-term guests. To accomplish this, it's important to ensure that each property is updated with all, or at least some, of the amenities short-term guests desire to have in homes they rent.  Then, please head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com, for some great free informational downloads there and, of course, our Limited Time $7 Courses!  Save hundreds right now and give us a tr...

124 - Why Negative Reviews Are Good for Business

May 10, 2021 10:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MB

Most hosts freak out when they get a negative review but negative reviews are good.  They are necessary, lest your guests see you as “too good to be true.”  Michelle explains how negative reviews are good in this week’s episode.  Listen and learn exactly how.  Then, please head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com, for some great free informational downloads there and, of course, our Limited Time $7 Courses!  Save hundreds right now and give us a try!  Plus, contest details are inside t...

123 – I Need Your Help

May 03, 2021 10:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MB

Most conservatives are used to being “fact-checked” or having our posts deleted or blocked by the big social media companies.  Facebook, however, has prevented us from running ads to promote our upcoming summit and Michelle is asking for your help.  Then, please head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational downloads there and, of course, our Limited Time $7 Courses!  Save hundreds right now and give us a try!  Plus, contest details are inside this episod...

122 – The NEW & Better SOP for Your Business

April 26, 2021 10:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MB

Michelle explains that the NEW WAY to create your business’ SOP is even easier than ever.  Plus, it’s a better way and is nearly foolproof.  What is it?  Capturing.  Listen to this episode, open a Loom & Trello account, and get your SOP Organized to ease your duplication process now!  Then, please head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational downloads there and, of course, our Limited Time $7 Courses!  Save hundreds right now and give us a try!  Plus, co...

121 - Messaging, Chats, Voice, & AI Communication for Your Short-Term Rentals

April 19, 2021 10:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MB

This episode is packed full of tech tools designed to help you with messages, chats, voice, and AI communications.  Here are what we think are the best websites you can go to in order to get your guest communication down pat.  After you listen, please head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational downloads there and, of course, our Limited Time $7 Courses!  Save hundreds right now and give us a try!  Plus, contest details are inside this episode!  Enter t...

120 – Why You Need a VA from the Philippines from OnlineJobs.ph

April 12, 2021 10:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MB

  Michelle explains why she believes you’ll pay less for a better and more loyal VA by using OnlineJobs.ph as opposed to an agency.  This episode has tips and tricks to hiring your first Virtual Assistant and why Michelle believes a VA from the Philippines is the best for you.  After you listen, please head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational downloads there and, of course, our Limited Time $7 Courses!  Save hundreds right now and give us a try!  Pl...

120 – Why You Need a VA from the Philippines from OnlineJobs.ph

April 12, 2021 10:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MB

  Michelle explains why she believes you’ll pay less for a better and more loyal VA by using OnlineJobs.ph as opposed to an agency.  This episode has tips and tricks to hiring your first Virtual Assistant and why Michelle believes a VA from the Philippines is the best for you.  After you listen, please head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational downloads there and, of course, our Limited Time $7 Courses!  Save hundreds right now and give us a try!  Pl...

119 – Three Important Steps for Newbies

April 05, 2021 10:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MB

Michelle gives Newbies three important steps and a couple of more for good measure.  These are things you really want to make sure you do when you are just starting out in your short-term rental business.  After you listen, please head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational downloads there and, of course, our Limited Time $7 Courses!  Save hundreds right now and give us a try!  Plus, contest details are inside this episode!  Enter to win BIG!!  Go and G...

118 – Party Prevention Technology to Stop Party Goers in Their Tracks

March 31, 2021 10:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MB

Today, Michelle is going to give you nearly a dozen party prevention technology tools to protect you from potential party throwers.  We all have seen the damage done to Short Term Rental Properties in pictures and videos on the internet.  We sure don’t want that to happen to YOU!!  Michelle is going to tell you about the tech and give you some good advice about how to prevent party throwers from choosing you!  After you listen, please head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some...

117 – 5 Dynamic Pricing Tools to Increase Your Revenue Up to 40%

March 30, 2021 10:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MB

Michelle goes over some popular Dynamic Pricing options for you to choose from.  She’ll tell you why it is absolutely necessary to pick a company to work with.  Also, that 40% increase in your bottom line is NOT just a guess but a reality.  You NEED to do this!  After you listen, please head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational downloads there and, of course, our Limited Time $7 Courses!  Save hundreds right now and give us a try!  Plus, contest detai...

116 – How Travel Insurance for Your Guests Can Protect Your Income & Even Earn You More

March 29, 2021 10:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

You may know the number one mistake new Short-Term Rental owners and hosts make, is not having the proper type of insurance.  But, did you know that offering your guests TRAVEL INSURANCE can not only protect your income but it can EARN you extra income, too.  We’ll tell you how.  Once you’ve listened, please head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational downloads there and, of course, our Limited Time $7 Courses!  Save hundreds right now and give us a try...

115 – Tech Tools: Comparing Electronic Concierge Pads and Apps

March 26, 2021 10:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

There are some pretty nifty Electronic Tools and Tech Devices out there for your BNB.  Today we are comparing Electronic Concierge Pads and Apps.  What kinds of things can they do and what can it do for your business?  Plus, what do they cost and what if they get stolen?  We’ll answer these and lots more questions in today’s show.  Once you’ve listened, please head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational downloads there and, of course, our Limited Time $...

114 – How You Can Carefully Pick and Choose Your Guests

March 25, 2021 10:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MB

 In our post-covid year, 2021, we see a change in our guest avatar.  These aren’t the same friendly travelers we used to experience.  Some of them can be downright nasty.  How can we pick and choose the right guests for us?  What can we do to lower the chances of us getting a “Karen” who makes our life miserable for a month?  Michelle will tell you and introduce you to a neat new tool for helping us choose better guests through verification.   Then, please head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.B...

117 – Dynamic Pricing Increases Your Revenue Up to 40% and Is Necessary

March 19, 2021 10:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MB

Michelle goes over some popular Dynamic Pricing options for you to choose from.  She’ll tell you why it is absolutely necessary to pick a company to work with.  Also, that 40% increase in your bottom line is NOT just a guess but a reality.  You NEED to do this!  After you listen, please head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational downloads there and, of course, our Limited Time $7 Courses!  Save hundreds right now and give us a try!  Plus, contest detai...

113 – The Two Questions You Have to Answer to Really Be Able to Build Your Business

March 15, 2021 10:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MB

Answer these TWO QUESTIONS Michelle puts before you in order to really be able to build and duplicate your business.  These questions are the foundation that everything else is built on, so listen carefully.  Also, does Failure have a purpose?  You bet it does!  Find out what tools you can acquire from taking responsibility for your failures and why Failing is necessary.  After you listen, please head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational downloads the...

112 – Finding Properties & Figuring Out Their Potential Income with AirDNA

March 12, 2021 10:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MB

Ever wonder where successful BNB Business Owners find their properties?  And when they find a potential property, how do they know they will make enough to cover their expenses?  Michelle walks you through using her #1 Tool for evaluating properties.  She takes you through the simple steps of searching online, using sites like Realtor.com or Zillow, and then plugging those property addresses into the top BNB Business tool out there, in her humble opinion, AirDNA!  See how she finds a winner ...

111 – Write Off Your Personal Toilet Paper as an Expense? I Don’t Think So!

March 11, 2021 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MB

Michelle tells you why you never EVER mess with the IRS.  This government agency has the power to make or break any American without having to go through the court system first.  We’ll give you examples of people who had their lives turned upside-down and how you should avoid making the mistake of underestimating their power or willingness to screw up your life.  After you listen, please head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational downloads there and, o...

110 – Delegation: Letting Go So You Can Grow

March 10, 2021 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MB

Michelle gives you some food for thought when it comes to delegation and building your business today.  As she gets older (ah-hem, sorry, Michelle, we had to say it) she realizes that entrepreneurship has lost its original meaning and most of us may have lost our way.  A little course correction might be in order.  After you listen, please head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational downloads there and, of course, our Limited Time $7 Courses!  Save hund...

109 – What’s in Our House Rules (Part Two)

March 09, 2021 10:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MB

In Part Two of our House Rules episode, Michelle continues on the theme of “If It’s Not in Writing, It Doesn’t Exist.”  Here inside your House Rules, you need to put it all down in writing to protect your assets!  This is an episode you may want to take notes on, then head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational downloads and our Limited Time $7 Courses!  Save hundreds right now and give us a try!  Plus, contest details are inside this episode!  Enter to...

108 – What’s in Our House Rules (Part One)

March 08, 2021 10:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MB

In today’s episode, Michelle continues on the theme of “If It’s Not in Writing, It Doesn’t Exist.”  Everything has to be in writing in order to have Airbnb, or any hosting site, for that matter, side with you in a discrepancy.  Where should it be in writing?  Why, inside your House Rules, of course!!  This is an episode you may want to take notes on, then head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational downloads and our Limited Time $7 Courses!  Save hundre...

107 - The No 1 Thing You Can Do to Prevent Guests from Taking Advantage of You

March 05, 2021 10:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MB

In today’s episode, Michelle tells you what the No 1 Thing you can do to prevent guests from taking advantage of you is.  Do you think you know what it is?  Find out!  She makes it easy and tells you where to get our scripts for yesterday’s show, as well as how to get our House Rules and many of our contracts.  Listen and then head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational downloads and our Limited Time $7 Courses!  Save hundreds right now and give us a tr...

106 - How Do We Get 5 Star Reviews? Just Ask!

March 04, 2021 10:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MB

In today's episode, Michelle explains some of the changes a lot of us have been experiencing in the Short-Term Rental Industry.  With more people complaining, what's the first thing we can do to move towards receiving a 5-Star Review?  Michelle will explain Step One.  Take a listen, then head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational downloads and our Limited Time $7 Courses!  Save hundreds right now and give us a try!  Go and Grow! We would very much app...

105 – What to Offer in Your Pet Friendly BNB and How to Price It

March 03, 2021 08:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MB

In today’s episode, the BNBs are going to the dogs!  Pet-Friendly properties are all the rave.  We’ll tell you what we think you should have inside yours AND how to price it in a way that keeps pet-owners honest. Take a listen, then head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com, for some great free informational downloads and our Limited Time $7 Courses!  Save hundreds right now and give us a try!  Go and Grow! We would very much appreciate it if you could head over to iTunes and SUBSCRIBE...

105 – What to Offer in Your Pet Friendly BNB and How to Price It

March 03, 2021 08:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MB

In today’s episode, the BNBs are going to the dogs!  Pet-Friendly properties are all the rave.  We’ll tell you what we think you should have inside yours AND how to price it in a way that keeps pet-owners honest. Take a listen, then head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com, for some great free informational downloads and our Limited Time $7 Courses!  Save hundreds right now and give us a try!  Go and Grow! We would very much appreciate it if you could head over to iTunes and SUBSCRIBE...

104 - Setting, or Resetting, Your Course

March 02, 2021 08:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MB

In today’s episode, Michelle talks about how sometimes we find that we are a bit misguided with our passion.  We need to stop, take a second, and reset our priorities.  Where are we and where do we want to be?  Who and what is important to us?  Am I really going in the direction I want to be headed?  Plus, there’s always another property and we are only in competition with ourselves.  Take a listen, then head over to the NEW WEBSITE, www.BNB-Boss.com , for some great free informational downl...

103 - March First Marks Our First BNB-Boss Episode - What's Changed?

March 01, 2021 08:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MB

What has MIchelle been doing on this hiatus?  Creating an entirely new Website, Courses, and Membership for you inside BNB-Boss.com !!  Check it out and check out our $7 Courses for a Limited Time Only! Michelle's doing a podcast a day through the month of March to get you started and on track in your BNB Business, so get ready!  Lots of information ahead! Go and Grow!! We would very much appreciate it if you could head over to iTunes and SUBSCRIBE to our show and leave us a 5-Star Review...

102 - What Must You Post in Your Listings AND in Your House Rules and Why

October 19, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MB

There are some things you MUST disclose to your potential guests and some things you should post very clearly so you can do everything in your power to nip any challenges in the bud.  No matter what you do, however, there can always be "that one guest" whose stay just goes south from the get-go.  What can you do?  What should you do? And how can you nip potential trouble before it happens?  All that is in this week's episode.  Get more information and lots of helpful downloads by going to ww...

101 – The ONE THING That Can Save a Struggling STR Business

October 05, 2020 07:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MB

Well, Michelle is back and better than ever.  In this week’s episode, she’ll teach you the one thing you MUST HAVE in order to thrive or save a struggling STR business.  Is it automation?  Elocks?  A co-host?  Listen and find out exactly what it is.  Also, go to our website and get on our mailing list for an exclusive offer this week that you’ll find nowhere else.  Go to www.strrevenue.com to find out more! We would very much appreciate it if you could head over to iTunes and SUBSCRIBE to o...

100C - THE BEST OF Corona Virus Tactics to Keep Your STR Afloat

September 28, 2020 07:00 - 41 minutes - 28.9 MB

While the world is in the midst of a pandemic, some are struggling just to stay afloat.  Our industry depends on travelers and when no one is allowed to travel, that makes it nearly impossible to survive.  If you feel like you’re treading water, you aren’t alone.  Michelle shares some tactics and ways to keep your guests safe from COVID-19.  We won’t let the Corona Virus get the best of us!  Make certain you head over to our website to get your cleaning instructions, poster, and website link...

100B - THE BEST OF The Biggest Real Estate Scam out there and How to Not Fall Victim to Them

September 21, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 51.6 MB

A well known Real Estate Investor has come to your town or a town close to you and they're offering a free class - maybe even with a nice lunch thrown in.  You sign up and walk into a hotel where you are handed a form to fill out asking for all your financial information.  LOTS of personal information but the guy is pretty well known, so you don't worry yet.  Then you're given some good information and told about another class, even better, that's a bit more.  If you can't afford it, you're ...

100A - THE BEST OF Are You Over-Improving Your STR? Know Your ROI

September 14, 2020 07:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MB

Know your Numbers!!  In this week's episode, Michelle describes how so many STR Hosts out there "think" they are making money but are literally spinning their wheels because they don't know their numbers.  You have to know exactly what your ROI is and most don't even know WHAT it is.  The Return you get on your Investment, ROI, is the most important number to know.  MIchelle talks math and common sense that isn't very common.  Enjoy and don't forget to leave your questions and comments for M...

100 - Three Things to Tide You Over Until Winter

September 07, 2020 07:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MB

In this, our 100th episode, Michelle gives you three things to think about that can help carry your business through until November.  We've discussed how Co-VID has impacted our industry but there are a few things we've decided to change back to our normal settings.  Find out what and why and how to tell if changing things is right for your business.  Don't forget to go to our website and grab your free Co-VID cleaning worksheets and so much more.  Go to https://www.ShortTermRentalRevenue.co...

097 – The ABC's of Acquisitions: Timelines, Punch-Lists, and Staying on Schedule

August 17, 2020 07:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MB

This week, we are continuing our series on Property Acquisition.  It's a part of your Short Term Rental Business Plan.  You need to be thinking long term and planning for your retirement, whether it's decades away or only a few months.  Holding Real Estate is something we all should seriously consider because RE is how the majority of millionaires BECOME millionaires.  This episode, we'll talk about the importance of Timelines, Punch-Lists, and Staying on Schedule.  When you buy an STR, you ...