Podcast Episodes

290. Tariffs & Airbnb: Hidden Costs That Shrink Profits

Episode 290

How could rising tariffs at the Canadian and Mexican borders possibly affect your Airbnb? Turns out, quite a lot. In this episode, we break down how new 25% tariffs could increase your renovation and…

Published on 6 months, 4 weeks ago

289. Lydia Patel's Playbook for Smarter STR Systems

Episode 289

How do you build a short-term rental business when you have kids, a full-time job, and almost no time?

In this episode, we break down a real story. I interview Lydia and unpack her journey, the syste…

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago

288. Rental Maintenance Costs: Short-term vs. Long-term

Episode 288

Think long-term tenants cause less damage than short-term guests? Think again. In this episode, we dive into surprising data from Tim's personal portfolio showing how short-term rentals can actually …

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago

287. Booking.com's NEW Damage Program: What Hosts Need to Know

Episode 287

What happens if a guest damages your short-term rental and they booked through Booking.com? Good news: they now offer host protection. But it's not as great as it sounds...

In this episode, we break …

Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago

286. Exposed: What Your Review History Is Telling Future Guests

Episode 286

Your reviews don't just reflect guest experiences—they create them. In this essential episode, we're breaking down how guest expectations (shaped by prior reviews) can make or break your reputation. …

Published on 7 months, 3 weeks ago

285. How Stacking Small Wins Can Boost Your STR Revenue by 30% or More

Episode 285

Want to unlock up to 30% more revenue from your short-term rental or boutique hotel? This week, we're diving into the powerful concept of "stacking wins" — small optimizations that, when combined, le…

Published on 8 months ago

284. How to List Your Property on Booking.com in 2025 & Hacks You Should Know

Episode 284

We've talked about Booking.com before, but in 2025, it's more important than ever to take it seriously as a revenue-driving channel for your short-term rental. In this episode, we're diving deep into…

Published on 8 months, 1 week ago

283. 5 Reasons Your Automated Pricing Tool is Failing

Episode 283

Think your dynamic pricing tool is doing all the heavy lifting? Think again. In this episode, we expose five major flaws that could be silently draining your rental revenue. With insights from managi…

Published on 8 months, 2 weeks ago

282. Summer 2025 Airbnb Prep: 7 Ways to Make Your Listing Unstoppable

Episode 282

Struggling to fill your calendar for the summer season? This episode breaks down 7 essential steps to refresh your short-term rental listing, outshine the competition, and ensure your property is boo…

Published on 8 months, 3 weeks ago

281. The Secret to High-Yield Vacation Rentals? Think Small, Earn Big!

Episode 281

The short-term rental market has evolved, and unique properties are leading the way! This week, Tim Hubbard welcomes back Dave Zook of Zook Cabins to discuss how modular cabins are reshaping STR inve…

Published on 8 months, 4 weeks ago