Short Term Rental Secrets Podcast
227 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 107 ratingsThe Short Term Rental Secrets Podcast is dedicated to providing actionable content to help new and seasoned real estate investors launch, automate and scale their Airbnb business and fast track their journey to financial freedom. You can enjoy the podcast and other free resources at www.STRsecrets.com
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Ep 193 - Family First Investing: A Dad's Journey To Financial Freedom with Ian Lobas
June 10, 2024 09:00 - 50 minutesWe dive into Ian's unique approach to real estate investing and entrepreneurship, emphasizing fun and enjoyment over traditional metrics. Ian shares his personal journey, including overcoming significant challenges and reevaluating his priorities to focus on family and personal growth. The conversation covers the importance of self-discovery, the impact of intentionality, and the benefits of building systems and processes. Ian also provides insights on creating successful partnerships, making...
Ep 192 - How to Create a Thriving Business with your Best Friend with Sarah Glidewell and Emily Karnaz
June 03, 2024 09:00 - 37 minutesReal estate investors and social media influencers Sarah Glidewell and Emily Carnes, also known as The Karwells, join us on this weeks episode. Sarah and Emily share their journey from struggling to start short-term rental businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic to scaling and diversifying their real estate endeavors into potentially exploring commercial properties and focusing on their brand. They discuss the importance of prioritizing guest experiences, the role of social media in building ...
Ep 191 - Living an Epic Life with David Angotti
May 27, 2024 09:00 - 45 minutesDavid Angotti, a seasoned entrepreneur and the Chief Evangelist at Guesty joins us this week to discuss his journey into the world of short term rentals. Starting from humble beginnings without relying on traditional investments like 401ks or mutual funds, they delve into the real essence of building a successful business in short-term rentals, emphasizing the significance of work ethic, consistency, and strategic thinking. David shares his journey from launching and scaling a property manage...
Ep 190 - Must-Know Airbnb Updates with Wil Slickers
May 20, 2024 09:00 - 36 minutesIn this weeks episode Emanuele Pani, sits down with Wil Slickers, an influential figure in the short term rental (STR) industry. They delve into the latest Airbnb updates, discuss the future of short term rentals, and the evolving landscape with Airbnb’s new initiatives aiming towards a more experience-based, guest-centric model. Wil, with a background in podcasting and STR management, shares insights on industry growth, the importance of stepping out of industry silos, and the significance o...
Ep 189 - How Quitting a $500K a Year Job Made Me Free with Jamie Gruber
May 13, 2024 09:00 - 54 minutesIn this episode of the short term rental secrets podcast, hosts Mike Sjogren and Emanuele Pani welcome Jamie Gruber, a former corporate exec who radically changed his life to pursue a career built on passion and purpose. Gruber delves into his journey from feeling stuck in a high-paying but unfulfilling job to embracing entrepreneurship and finding fulfillment in helping others through community-building and real estate. He shares insights on the importance of action over inaction, the inevit...
Ep 188 - Entrepreneurship in Flow with David Valley
May 06, 2024 09:00 - 42 minutesIn this episode, hosts Mike Sjogren and Emanuele Pani, interview David Valley, discussing his unique path to financial freedom via real estate investing, particularly focusing on short-term rentals. David shares his background from humble beginnings, overcoming challenges, and eventually finding success in real estate without owning the properties himself. The conversation explores his foray into entrepreneurship, transitioning from the corporate world to real estate investing, and leveraging...
Ep 187 - Boardroom Event Recap with Mike and E
April 29, 2024 09:00 - 32 minutesIn this episode of the Short-Term Rental Secrets podcast, hosts Mike Sjogren and Emanuele Pani share their journey from humble beginnings to becoming pioneers in the short-term rental industry through a niche known as short-term rentals, stressing the importance of building a portfolio that aligns with personal goals for time freedom. They advocate for the community to leave reviews to help grow the podcast's reach. The episode recaps a recent boardroom event, highlighting discussions on the ...
Ep 186 - How an Army Vet Built an 84-door Portfolio with Brad Flanagan
April 22, 2024 09:00 - 42 minutesIn this episode of the Short Term Rental Secrets Podcast, hosts Mike Sjogren and Emanuele Pani welcome Brad Flanagan, a real estate and finance expert, to share insights on achieving success in the real estate market. The conversation highlights the importance of strategic investment approaches, such as diversifying portfolios across different real estate sectors and understanding how to effectively negotiate with banks to finance properties. Brad shares his journey from an army veteran to ma...
Ep 185 - From Wealth Management to Financial Abundance with Austin Palacios
April 15, 2024 09:00 - 43 minutesIn this episode of the Short Term Rental Secrets podcast, Mike Sjogren and Emanuele Pani, sit down with Austin Palacios who shares his transition from wealth management to successful real estate investing, highlighting his strategies in hiring, team building, and scaling his portfolio in short-term rentals across various locations. Focused on the niche of short-term rentals, they discuss the unconventional yet successful path to financial freedom through investing in properties they don't own...
Ep 184 - Making Your Business Work For You
April 01, 2024 09:00 - 33 minutesWebinar link: hotels.strsecrets.com In this episode of the Short Term Rental Secrets podcast, hosts Mike Sjogren and Emanuele Pani discuss strategies for achieving financial and time freedom through short term rentals and transitioning into owning boutique hotels. They stress the importance of scaling business, building repeatable processes and systems, and hiring the right people to achieve autonomy from day-to-day operations. The episode delves into Mike's and Emanuel's journeys as real es...
Ep 183 - Starting an STR Meetup with STRategic Investors Kyle and Allie Fugatt and Brian Hatcher
March 25, 2024 09:00 - 45 minutesIn this episode, hosts Emanuele Pani and Mike Riley sit down with Brian Hatcher, and Kyle and Allie Fugatt, delve into the lucrative niche of short term rentals (STRs) and their journey in real estate investing without relying on traditional methods. They discuss the unique approach of rental arbitrage through short term rentals, highlighting the potential for outsized returns and the rapid income growth it offers. The conversation covers the operation of boutique hotels and micro-resorts, em...
Ep 182 - Managing Renovation Budgets and Contractors with Blake Dailey
March 18, 2024 09:00 - 43 minutesIn this episode of the Short Term Rental Secrets podcast features hosts Mike Sjogren and Emanuele Pani interviewing Blake Dailey, a former Air Force construction project manager turned real estate investor specializing in short-term rentals and boutique hotels. Blake shares his journey from starting with a VA house hack to owning a portfolio of boutique hotels, emphasizing the importance of learning from failures and not rushing the process. He provides detailed advice on estimating renovatio...
Ep 181 - Text and Email Marketing Done For You with Samuel Mistretta
March 11, 2024 09:00 - 38 minutesIn this episode, hosts Mike Reilly and Emanuele Pani sit down with, Samuel Mistretta. Samuel discusses the challenges of balancing work with family time and maintaining good health. He dives into the world of short term rentals from his experience, emphasizing on the need to surround oneself with good people and taking action to achieve success. Samuel also shares his journey creating his new business, GoSTR Marketing, a service solution that helps short term rental operators to reach out to ...
Ep 180 - Mid-term Rental Secrets with Ruben Kanya
March 04, 2024 10:00 - 48 minutesMike Reilly and Emanuele Pani sit down with Ruben Kanya to discuss the untapped potential of midterm rentals (MTR) and their advantage in the market. Ruben details his experience in the short-term rental sector, explains his transition to MTRs and why it can be an important strategy for real estate investors. Ruben delves into unique concepts such as calendar management for MTR properties, finding the right asset type, engaging with relocation specialists, and the significance of excellent co...
Ep 179 - Boutique Hotel Branding with Kevin Reardon
February 26, 2024 10:00 - 45 minutesOn today's episode we are joined by Kevin Reardon, a successful hotelier and business owner, to discuss the journey from short-term rentals to hotel ownership. Kevin shares his story of starting in real estate and progressing to the hospitality industry. His wealth of experience allowed him to develop effective strategies for branding, marketing, and hotel operation. Kevin reveals lessons learned, like the importance of a comprehensive and aligned brand identity, the secret to attracting desi...
Ep 178 - Level Up Your Listing with Natalie Palmer and Tatianna Taylor-Tait
February 19, 2024 10:00 - 44 minutesAnd we're back! Get ready to level up your listing game with our special guests Natalie Palmer and Tatianna Taylor-Tait! Our special guests are seasoned experts in the field of hospitality and property management. They'll be sharing their invaluable insights, tips, and tricks to help you take your rental property to the next level and maximize its potential. Don't miss out! Natalie Palmer and Tatianna Taylor-Tait's Bio: Natalie Palmer runs a boutique vacation rental management company, is ac...
Ep 177 - The Hospitable Host Movement with Jodie Stirling
January 15, 2024 10:00 - 39 minutesIn an insightful conversation between hosts Mike Sjogren and Emmanuel Pani with guest Jody Sterling, listeners get to delve into a unique exploration of short-term rentals within the modern real estate industry. Jody, a specialized real estate investor and founder of hospitable hosts, shares her journey of utilizing her hospitality standards and experiences within the investment sector. The talk also featured some stories about how authors of the hospitable hosts books have transformed their ...
Ep 176 - Real Estate Isn't Rocket Science with Steve Shull
December 25, 2023 10:00 - 49 minutesIn this podcast episode, we sit down with Steve Shull, a seasoned real estate investor, author, and coach who shares his secrets to success in the real estate field. Drawing from his extensive experience, Shull discusses the importance of teams and processes, and emphasizes having a succession plan. He further explains how being coachable can lead to substantial success, and emphasizes the need to enjoy what you do every day. The episode also features how Shull's programs and books can offer ...
Mike & Mike Ep 18 - STR Market Update
December 13, 2023 10:00 - 20 minutesDive into the latest short term rental market update! Join us for a brand new episode of the Mike & Mike podcast, where we delve into the latest trends and insights in the hotel industry. Do you want to know how to streamline your STR business? Register for my webinar with Minoan tomorrow, December 14, at minoan.strsecrets.com Connect with the Hosts Michael Sjogren: Short Term Rental Secrets Facebook Group | Clubhouse | Instagram | Youtube | Facebook Page | Linkedin https://linktr.ee/mikesj...
Ep 175 - The System You NEED to Furnish Your Property with Minoan's Marc Hostovsky
December 11, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutesMarc Hostovsky is the founder of Minoan. Prior to leaving to start Minoan, Marc was an early employee at Jet.com (later acquired by WMT in 2016 for $3.3B) where he managed a $400M omnichannel P&L and spent a lot of time between the walls of traditional retail (WMT) and eCommerce (Jet.com). After spending over a decade in retail, Marc saw an opportunity to shift the economic relationship between suppliers and consumers, specifically short-term rental hosts. By turning these properties into sho...
Mike & Mike Ep 17 - Interest Rates Are Dropping
December 06, 2023 09:00 - 18 minutesIn our latest episode, we're diving deep into the dynamic world of finance as we discuss the recent drop in interest rates and its profound impact on the real estate landscape. Don't miss out on this crucial update that could reshape your investment game! Subscribe now and stay ahead in the ever-changing landscape of real estate. Connect with the Hosts Michael Sjogren: Short Term Rental Secrets Facebook Group | Clubhouse | Instagram | Youtube | Facebook Page | Linkedin https://linktr.ee/mike...
Mike & Mike Ep 16 - The Holidays & 2024 Forecasting
November 29, 2023 09:00 - 21 minutesJoin us for a special podcast episode where we unwrap insights on the festive season in short-term rentals and forecast the trends that will shape the coming year! Connect with the Hosts Michael Sjogren: Short Term Rental Secrets Facebook Group | Clubhouse | Instagram | Youtube | Facebook Page | Linkedin https://linktr.ee/mikesjogren Mike Reilly: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter Watch Mike's free masterclass training on www.strsecrets.com/masterclass Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
Ep 174 - Compounding Wealth with 1031 Exchanges with Dave Foster
November 27, 2023 08:00 - 31 minutesDave Foster, a Qualified Intermediary (QI) investment professional, understands that real estate is really an investment in your future. As a multi-industry visionary, he has 20 years of experience working in all phases of real estate investing. From commercial to residential, he brings his clients a fresh perspective and clear vision for strategic development. As an investor, he views each investment, whether historical, ecologically sensitive projects, fix-n-flips, rental portfolios, or vac...
Mike & Mike Ep 15 - Thanksgiving Update on the STR Market
November 22, 2023 08:00 - 17 minutesGet ready for a special Thanksgiving edition of Mike & Mike! We're serving up a hearty update on the STR market just in time for the holidays. Gather 'round, hit play, and let's dive into this Thanksgiving STR update together. Wishing you all a season full of gratitude, growth, and successful hosting! Connect with the Hosts Michael Sjogren: Short Term Rental Secrets Facebook Group | Clubhouse | Instagram | Youtube | Facebook Page | Linkedin https://linktr.ee/mikesjogren Mike Reilly: Facebook...
Ep 173 - The Power of Your Brand with Freewyld’s Eric Moeller
November 20, 2023 08:00 - 45 minutesEric Moeller, a seasoned expert in real estate with a deep-rooted 18-year journey, who is the founder of the hospitality brand Freewyld. Freewyld’s flagship location in Idyllwild, California offers modern travelers an invitation to reconnect with what matters through its unique cabin rentals. Eric’s also the co-founder of the STR educational platform, Overnight Success, where he’s taught & mentored over 1,000 STR hosts. Recognized as an industry leader, he's a regular speaker at key industry ...
Mike & Mike Ep 14 - Boardroom Event Recap
November 15, 2023 15:38 - 19 minutesJoin us as we dive into an exclusive recap of the Boardroom Event – a power-packed gathering of industry leaders, innovators, and game-changers. Get insights, key takeaways, and behind-the-scenes moments you won't want to miss! Connect with the Hosts Michael Sjogren: Short Term Rental Secrets Facebook Group | Clubhouse | Instagram | Youtube | Facebook Page | Linkedin https://linktr.ee/mikesjogren Mike Reilly: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter Watch Mike's free masterclass training on www.strse...
Mike & Mike Ep 13 - Ask Me Anything
November 08, 2023 08:00 - 25 minutesWe're shaking things up with a special episode of Mike & Mike, and this time, it's all about you! That's right, it's our Ask Me Anything session! Have burning questions about short-term rentals, real estate, property management, or anything else related to our industry? Now's your chance to get answers. We've collected questions from our listeners, and we're ready to tackle them head-on. Connect with the Hosts Michael Sjogren: Short Term Rental Secrets Facebook Group | Clubhouse | Instagram ...
Mike & Mike Ep 12 - STR Wealth Conference 2024
November 01, 2023 07:00 - 16 minutesDid you miss this year's STR Wealth Con? STR Wealth Con 2024 is quickly approaching, and it's going to be a game-changer! Join us for an inside scoop where we unveil exclusive insights of the highly anticipated STR Wealth Conference 2024. The STR Wealth Conference is just around the corner, and you won't want to miss it! Connect with the Hosts Michael Sjogren: Short Term Rental Secrets Facebook Group | Clubhouse | Instagram | Youtube | Facebook Page | Linkedin https://linktr.ee/mikesjogren M...
Mike & Mike Ep 11 - AirDNA Major Release
October 25, 2023 07:00 - 19 minutesJoin us for a special podcast episode where we uncover the latest and greatest from AirDNA. This major release is set to revolutionize the way you analyze, strategize, and thrive in the STR industry. Connect with the Hosts Michael Sjogren: Short Term Rental Secrets Facebook Group | Clubhouse | Instagram | Youtube | Facebook Page | Linkedin https://linktr.ee/mikesjogren Mike Reilly: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter Watch Mike's free masterclass training on www.strsecrets.com/masterclass Learn ...
Ep 172 - A New Way To Invest With Summer's Paul Kromidas
October 23, 2023 08:00 - 46 minutesAs CEO and Founder of Summer, Paul Kromidas is a mission-driven entrepreneur pioneering an innovative approach to vacation home ownership. With the vision to carve a new path for homeowners seeking to own a second home, Kromidas leads the Summer team to open access to vacation homes by eliminating the headache and risk associated with buying. https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-kromidas-a8343519/ Watch Mike's free hotel case study at www.strsecrets.com/hotels Connect with the Hosts Michael Sj...
Mike & Mike Ep 10 - I Cancelled The Launch of My New Hotel
October 18, 2023 07:00 - 17 minutesWant to know the insider secrets to find your next Airbnb deal? Watch my live masterclass with AirDNA today at 12 PM EST. Register at http://www.strsecrets.com/airdna-masterclass In a surprising twist, I've canceled the launch of our exciting new hotel project! Join us in the latest episode as we delve into the challenges, decisions, and lessons learned in this unexpected journey. The road to success is rarely a straight line, and this candid discussion will reveal why, sometimes, reevaluati...
Ep 171 - STR State of the Industry with AirDNA Chief Economist Jamie Lane
October 16, 2023 07:00 - 46 minutesWant to know the insider secrets to find your next Airbnb deal? Watch my live masterclass with AirDNA on October 18, 12 PM EST. Register at www.strsecrets.com/airdna-masterclass Jamie Lane is the Chief Economist and SVP of Research at AirDNA, the go-to source for short-term rental data and insights. With 10+ years of experience as an economist in the hospitality industry, Jamie’s research leadership has helped the whole STR industry understand the drivers of success. Jamie is a leading voice...
Mike & Mike Ep 9 - Update on Mike's New Hotel
October 11, 2023 07:00 - 22 minutesWant to know how to find more profitable deals? Watch my live masterclass with AirDNA on October 18, 12 PM EST. Register here. Join us for an exciting update on my latest hotel venture! In this episode, we'll dive into my new hotel project's latest developments, challenges, and successes. Discover the strategies, insights, and lessons learned that are shaping this exciting journey. Don't miss this exclusive behind-the-scenes look at one of the industry's most promising hotel ventures. Conn...
Ep 170 - Building a STR Empire By Keeping It Simple with Luke Carl
October 09, 2023 07:00 - 47 minutesWant to know how to find more profitable deals? Watch my live masterclass with AirDNA on October 18, 12 PM EST. Register at www.strsecrets.com/airdna-masterclass Luke Carl has been managing vacation homes since 2015. He has been active on Airbnb since 2011. Over 6000 reservations as an STR host in properties that he owns. Through Luke’s teachings over 10,000 successful short-term rental property managers have been created. Luke owns Large and Small Multi-Family, Single Family Long Term, and ...
Mike & Mike Ep 8 - 3 Steps to Get Your First Hotel Deal in Q4
October 04, 2023 08:00 - 26 minutesAre you looking to get into hotel deals? Join us for an exciting episode where we unveil the secrets to scoring your first hotel deal in Q4! Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting your journey in the hotel business, this episode is packed with actionable advice that can supercharge your real estate portfolio. Connect with the Hosts Michael Sjogren: Short Term Rental Secrets Facebook Group | Clubhouse | Instagram | Youtube | Facebook Page | Linkedin https://linktr.ee/mikesjogren...
Ep 169 - Analyzing STRs in 5 Minutes with BNB Calc’s Jeremy Werden
October 02, 2023 08:00 - 39 minutesJeremy Werden loves identifying incredible Airbnb deals and crafting unique experiences. He is a 10X Superhost and his listings pull in over $1,000,000 a year. He is also the Co-Founder of BNBCalc, the premiere tool for short-term rental pro-forma financial analysis. Jeremy started his Airbnb journey at 23 and needed to be creative to grow his portfolio. He has utilized multiple airbnb strategies such as co-hosting, rental arbitrage, and glamping, while raising money from investors to purchas...
Mike & Mike Ep 7 - Mike Reilly's Journey to Leaving His Job Using STRs
September 27, 2023 08:00 - 33 minutesGet ready to be inspired by an incredible journey of courage and determination. Join us for the next episode of the Short Term Rental Secrets Podcast, where we dive deep into his remarkable story of transitioning from a traditional job to achieving financial freedom through short-term rentals. Mike's story is a testament to the power of determination, hard work, and smart investments. If you're looking for motivation to take the leap into STRs or seeking guidance on how to turn your rental pr...
Ep 168 - Building the Ultimate Treehouse Community with Alex Jarbo
September 25, 2023 08:00 - 44 minutesAlex Jarbo is the founder of Open Atlas Investments. Alex is at the forefront of revolutionizing the vacation rental and hospitality industry, focusing on custom, unique micro-resort developments. With an impressive portfolio of over $10,000,000 in distinctive short-term rentals, he sets his sights on constructing over 1,000 exceptional units worldwide within the next 5 years. Discover the innovative approaches and insights that make Alex a trailblazer in shaping the future of hospitality. h...
Mike & Mike Ep 6 - From the Hospital Room to Financial Freedom
September 20, 2023 08:47 - 24 minutesI celebrated my birthday earlier this month and have been in the industry for the last six years. In this episode of Mike & Mike, I will share the #1 thing that took me from 9 months in the hole without a single deal to closing four co-hosting clients in 30 days. I know without question that many of you are making the same mistake I did. So, if you’ve been banging your head against the wall on how to find, close, and profit from co-hosting, you need to listen to this episode. Connect with th...
Ep 167 - Top 3 Vacation Rental Mistakes with Brooke Pfautz
September 18, 2023 07:00 - 42 minutesBrooke Pfautz is one of the industry's foremost experts in growing short-term vacation rental inventory. He literally wrote the book on inventory growth – and it’s already a three-category Amazon bestseller. Brooke got his start in the industry in 2007 when he founded Vantage Resort Realty in Ocean City, MD and took an idea on a napkin to more than 500 properties in just five years. After a successful exit, he went on to grow inventory for other major vacation rental brands as Chief Business ...
Mike & Mike Ep 5 - Cohosting Q&A Part 2
September 13, 2023 08:00 - 30 minutesWe're dedicating another Mike & Mike episode to answer your burning questions about cohosting in the short-term rental industry. Whether you're a seasoned cohost looking for advanced strategies or just starting and seeking guidance, this episode is for you. Join us as we tackle topics like finding cohosting partners, negotiation tactics, maximizing profitability, and more. Connect with the Hosts Michael Sjogren: Short Term Rental Secrets Facebook Group | Clubhouse | Instagram | Youtube | Fac...
Mike & Mike Ep 4 - Cohosting Q&A
September 06, 2023 07:00 - 27 minutesHave questions about co-hosting in the short-term rental world? We've got answers! Join us in our latest podcast episode where we dive deep into the world of co-hosting. Connect with the Hosts Michael Sjogren: Short Term Rental Secrets Facebook Group | Clubhouse | Instagram | Youtube | Facebook Page | Linkedin https://linktr.ee/the_airbnbguy Mike Reilly: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter Watch Mike's free masterclass training on www.strsecrets.com/masterclass Learn more about your ad choices. ...
Ep 166 - Home Swapping Your STR with Hostshare Founders Landon & Sean Wilkinson
September 04, 2023 07:00 - 35 minutesLandon Wilkinson currently has several short-term rentals between Washington and Montana. They found STRs through house flipping and after purchasing multi-family properties across the country. Through owning and managing their own STRs for the last eight years, they came up with the idea of Hostshare. Hostshare is a platform that allows owners and hosts of STRs to share last-minute, unbooked nights in order to travel for only the cost of cleaning fees. Sean Wilkinson is the Chief Strategy Of...
Mike & Mike Ep 3 - Cohosting Blueprint for Beginners
August 30, 2023 08:00 - 39 minutesAre you diving into the world of cohosting? Whether you're a beginner or seasoned host, having a solid blueprint can be your key to success. Join us as we decode the fundamental principles of cohosting, guiding you through each step of the process. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 165 - Building the Next Generation Property Management System with Jurny’s Luca Zambello
August 28, 2023 07:00 - 39 minutesLuca Zambello is the co-founder and CEO of Jurny, an AI-driven hospitality platform that seamlessly automates operations and guest experiences through vertical integration and connectivity. As a former host and operator with more than 12 years of experience, Luca brings a wealth of hospitality knowledge. He is a renowned Forbes contributor for his expertise and industry acumen and has been featured in Entrepreneur, Bloomberg, Business Insider, and other publications. Luca was recently chosen ...
Mike & Mike Ep 2 - 5 Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make When Cohosting
August 23, 2023 07:00 - 28 minutesDid you know that some of the best lessons come from mistakes? When it comes to cohosting, being open to making mistakes can be a shortcut to success. From missteps to misconceptions, every stumble is an opportunity to learn and refine your strategy. Join us on a candid exploration of the mistakes you actually want to make when cohosting. By embracing challenges and turning them into stepping stones, you'll unlock a pathway to becoming a cohosting pro. Remember, growth often sprouts from the ...
Ep 164 - Building A Boutique Hotel Portfolio with Diya Liu
August 21, 2023 08:00 - 46 minutesDiya is a former patent litigation attorney turned hotelier. She owns 4 hotels and a handful of short-term rentals across the USA and has wholesaled and owned over 20 short-term rentals before diving into hotels. She founded The Welcome Fund in 2023 to purchase hotels and short-term rentals. Diya now travels full-time to identify emerging markets in the tourism industry and to find hotels and STRs at 20-50% off market price for herself, her students, and her team at The Welcome Fund. https:/...
Mike & Mike Ep 1 - Should You Sell Your STR?
August 16, 2023 07:00 - 32 minutesThinking about selling your short-term rental? It's time to dive into the world of Return on Equity (ROE) – a vital metric that can guide your decision. Selling your short-term rental is a major decision – and understanding Return on Equity can help you make a well-informed choice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 163 - Turning Opportunities Into Results with Andrew Hanson
August 14, 2023 07:00 - 41 minutesAndrew is an impact and performance-driven, multi-faceted, strategic young professional with a twenty-year track record of leading complex real estate projects, investments, and companies to optimize ROI and exponentially grow sales. He leverages and shares expertise in all areas of the business to facilitate significant and sustainable revenue growth. Andrew brings outstanding leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; a big-picture mindset; and rapid adaptability to accommodate th...
Ep 162 - Streamlining STR Upsells with Mount’s Madison Rifkin
August 07, 2023 09:00 - 34 minutesMadison Rifkin is the CEO of Mount. They are a 3-sided marketplace that connects Hosts, Local activity, and experience providers and guests to create an authentic, "travel like a local" experience. www.rentmount.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/madison-rifkin-23037712a/ Watch Mike's free hotel case study at www.strsecrets.com/hotels Connect with the Hosts Michael Sjogren: Short Term Rental Secrets Facebook Group | Clubhouse | Instagram | Youtube | Facebook Page | Linkedin https://linktr.ee/...