Podcast Episodes

280. The 5-Star Pricing Strategy: How to Charge More as an Exceptional Host

Episode 280

Are you a short-term rental host with stellar reviews? If so, you might be sitting on a goldmine! In this episode, we break down how a perfect 5-star rating can significantly boost your pricing power…

Published on 9 months ago

279. MEET the Founder of the Industry's Most Powerful Dynamic Pricing Tool!

Episode 279

Pricing your short-term rental is no easy task—but with the right tools, you can maximize revenue and occupancy. In this episode, Tim welcomes Anurag Verma, co-founder of PriceLabs, to discuss how dy…

Published on 9 months, 1 week ago

278. Virtual Management Evolution: Meet Tim's Partner and Find Out What's Next!

Episode 278

Property management is evolving, and virtual management is leading the way. In this episode, Tim welcomes Justin Winfield, a real estate veteran and co-founder of Corzly Inc, to discuss why the tradi…

Published on 9 months, 2 weeks ago

277. Hostaway's CEO Explains $924 Million Valuation & STR Industry Future

Episode 277

The short-term rental market is evolving rapidly, and in this episode, we dive deep into the world of vacation rental management with Marcus Rader, CEO of HostAway.

With over $365 million in recent …

Published on 9 months, 3 weeks ago

276. Fixing Failing Housekeeping Strategies for 5-Star Airbnb Reviews

Episode 276

Housekeeping is one of the biggest contributors to short-term rental success. Yet, large property managers are consistently failing in this area, leading to bad reviews and lost revenue.

In this epi…

Published on 10 months ago

275. The Hidden Risks of Letting Your STR Manager Handle Repairs (Costly Mistake!)

One of the biggest mistakes short-term rental (STR) owners make is assuming their STR manager is handling repairs in the most cost-effective way. The truth? Many property managers either mark up repa…

Published on 10 months, 1 week ago

274. STR Nightmares: Craziest Airbnb Guest Stories

Hosting on Airbnb is an amazing way to make passive income, but it's not always smooth sailing. Most guests are great, but every now and then, you'll get a guest who leaves you completely speechless.…

Published on 10 months, 2 weeks ago

273. Why Real Estate Investors Fail: 5 Common Mistakes & STR Success Tips

If you've ever set a revenue target for your Airbnb, you're not alone. A lot of short-term rental hosts aim for a specific income—maybe six figures a year or $10K a month. And while setting goals can…

Published on 10 months, 3 weeks ago

272. Is Starting an Airbnb in 2025 Still Worth It? Here's the Truth

Is 2025 the right time to jump into the short-term rental (STR) game? It's a question I get asked a lot, especially as the STR market continues to evolve. With rising competition, new regulations, an…

Published on 11 months ago

271. Boutique Hotels vs STRs: Rich Somers Explains Why They're the Future of Real Estate in 2025

If you've ever wondered how to scale your short-term rental business or pivot into a new real estate niche, boutique hotels might be the perfect opportunity for you. Boutique hotel investing combines…

Published on 11 months, 1 week ago