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Ep 35 - Building an Airbnb Empire in North Brisbane – Kelly Maree
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Publish Date: June 16
Podcast: Airbnb Superhosts Down Under with Ray & Silvia
This week, we sit down with Kelly Maree, a powerhouse Superhost from North Brisbane managing five thriving Airbnb listings with a sixth on the way. With over six years of experience and a transport business funding her portfolio, Kelly shares her hands-on strategies, personal lessons, and the grit it takes to build a hosting business that’s both personal and scalable.
🔗 Kelly’s Properties
- The Sanctuary – Acreage Retreat with Pool
- Bushland Family Home – Pet Friendly
- Suburban Comfort with Great Access
- Cozy & Convenient Family Stay
- Bright 3-Bedroom with a View
🎧 Highlights from the Episode
- Getting Started: How Kelly turned her former home into a booking magnet—within 24 hours.
- Growing the Portfolio: Learn how she selects and styles her listings for consistent success.
- Running Like a Pro: Systems, screening, tradies, and her powerful welcome/check-out routine.
- Business Insight: Financing through trusts, business income, and working with advisors.
- Guest & House Rules: Why she never auto-accepts, always screens, and emphasizes clarity.
- North Brisbane Tips: What makes her area ideal for guests—and why dogs are a huge market.
- Lessons Learned: “Screen everyone,” “Diversify,” “Stay sharp,” and “Don’t be afraid to scale.”
🌟 Featured Properties
- Ray's Property
https://www.raymondyee.com.au/airbnb
Silvia’s Property –
📲 Connect with Us
Instagram – @superhostsdownunder
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