Short Term Rental Solutions

One of the scariest parts of putting a live as a short-term rental is the fear of what strangers might do to your home. Property owners need to have confidence that every effort will be made to minimize the risks and that when issues inevitably arise there is a plan and process in place to take care of the issues as quickly and efficiently as possible with the least amount of financial burden. On...

Too many people are purchasing properties with dreams of passive income rolling in, but they aren’t making data driven decisions and don’t know how to effectively evaluate markets and properties for their short-term rental potential.  This week, Kenny Bedwell, Founder and CEO of STR Insights shares his insights and expertise to help you learn how to ensure your next short-term rental purchase puts...

This week’s show is the State of the Stay in 2024. After a travel-filled spring with short-term rental stays, Christianne weighs in on direct booking tips, guest experience experiences, and pricing strategies for your listings to fill your calendars.  Youtube link to this episode Connect with Christianne on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn https://www.facebook.com/christianne.crump https://www.in...

Do you leave a bottle of wine for your guests? Do you have bunk beds or a hot tub at your property? Do you have bicycles, or paddle boards for your guests to enjoy? These are just a few examples of instances where property owners need to know about the protection offered by STR-specific insurance coverages. This week is part two of our series with Nick Massey of Proper Insurance.  If you missed la...

Whether you’ve just bought a new property and are getting insurance coverage for the first time, or you’re getting quotes in connection with your annual policy renewal, it’s important that you know how to compare policies and understand insurance quotes. This week Nick Massey from Proper Insurance joins us to demystify the things you need to know about insurance to ensure you’re getting the correc...

Cost segregations are a powerful tool for real estate investors to create tax advantages. However there are a lot of misconceptions about whether or not it makes sense to get a cost segregation study, and it can be difficult for investors to know how to vet potential cost segregation providers to ensure their study will hold up under an IRS audit. This week Kim Lochridge, Executive Vice President...

New hosts are often overwhelmed by setting up their first property and are surprised by how much work goes into a successful property launch. Kim Firtzpatrick, of Launched Host joins us week to share some of the tips and strategies that help her teams be able to successfully setup properties in as little as seven days.  Youtube link to this episode Connect with Launched Host Launchedhost.com Insta...

Have you ever considered transitioning the skills you’ve learned as a host into co-hosting or property management? In this week’s episode, Christianne takes you into how that process is unfolding for her  Mentioned in this episode: VR Platform by Ximplifi REI Hub STR HUB Facebook Community Youtube link to this episode: [Insert link to the episode from the STR HUB youtube channel.] Connect with Chr...

For many short-term rental professionals, sustainability is not a top priority. This week Christianne welcomes Vanessa de Souza Lage, Co-Founder and CEO of Sustonica to the show to educate us on the current state of sustainability in our industry; why sustainability matters from a business perspective regardless of your feelings about climate change; and to help us see that making strides towards...

As hospitality payment technology continues to modernize and advance, there’s a variety of ways short-term rental operators can take advantage of previously missed opportunities and revenue. This week James Lemon, Global Head of Travel and Leisure for Stripe, shares some insights based on his years as a property manager and also the latest research. Tune in to learn more about his often-overlooked...

Property management software is operation-critical for property managers and hosts; it is one of the most important pieces of our tech stack. This week we welcome Marcus Rädar, the Co-Founder and CEO of Hostaway, to hear his insights on what’s been happening in this sector of our industry, where he sees things going in 2024, and his thoughts on how that will impact us as STR professionals going fo...

One way to stand out in the increasingly crowded STR and hospitality industry is by providing an exceptional experience for our guests, but with so many other demands on our resources that can be difficult. On this week’s episode with Connor Paton, Co-Founder and CEO of noshable, we unpack this issue and offer solutions for property managers and hosts looking for ways to differentiate from their l...

Have you noticed the “look” of successful short-term rentals beginning to look so similar it’s getting boring? This week we’re welcoming Sage Nathan, Partnership’s Manager at Minoan, to share her thoughts on how we can create spaces that have a more unique vibe and also offer guests the opportunity to bring aspects they love about your home back to their home.   $25 off your first Minoan order. Wa...

Picture this - you’ve got a stunning property, an impeccable listing, and a fantastic location, but are you setting the right price? On this week’s episode of the Short-term Rental Solution show we discuss revenue management best practices with our expert guest, Anurag Verma, co-founder of Price Labs. Whether you’re an experienced property manager fine-tuning your strategy, or newly embarking on y...

Are you an owner who’s wondered if you could manage your own properties, or do you self-manage your portfolio and wonder if you could help manage for others? This week’s guest, Stacey St. John, has walked that road and very candidly shares what her journey looked like and some of the mistakes and lessons she learned along the way.  Mentioned in this episode: Virtual Summit Link  Youtube link to th...

Should you build your next short-term rental property from scratch or buy an existing home? This week Shane O’Donley of Savvy Realty shares what he’s learned while working with clients and tackling his own builds. Shane shares specific pros and cons that are worth considering as you strategize the next step for your short-term rental portfolio.  Youtube link to this episode Connect with Shane  Sou...

Smart and strategic distribution of your listings can bring additional revenue to your short-term rental business. This week, Alex Alioto, co-founder and Growth Head at Whimstay, shares how you can use different distribution channels to reach different segments of travelers and turn unsold nights into cash. This knowledge could be your ticket to more money, more bookings, and more success! Mention...

Mastering The Art of Guest Communication Creating a comprehensive, high-touch guest communication strategy not only improves your guests’ experience, but can also improve your bottom line through better guest reviews, more repeat guests, and fewer guest questions. This week we talk with the Queen of Guest Experience, Tyann Marcink Hammond of Touchstay.  Tyann is the owner of two boutique property...

In today’s competitive short-term rental market, expanding your reach and maximizing occupancy rates are essential for success. This week we learn the secrets to driving traffic to your direct booking website with expert Jenn Boyles, CEO of Direct Booking Success. Discover the key role mindset and consistency play in achieving marketing mastery, and gain actionable strategies to drive more new and...

Jesse Ehret, CPA and CEO of Ximplifi, joins us on the show today to answer some of the most frequently asked accounting questions from short-term rental professionals, as well as share some best practices to ensure your books stay in tip-top shape.  Mentioned in this episode: Avalara - MyLodgeTax Ximplifi End of 2023 Special: Receive one month trial and 50% off your first 3 months of VRPlatform Su...

Data Driven Real Estate Investing and Short-Term Rental Operations Now more than ever, real estate investors looking to buy must understand what’s happening in their target markets. This week we talk with Jamie Lane, from AirDNA and he explains how using market data can help us make informed purchases and increase revenue.  Be sure to follow us onto the STR HUB Youtube channel to catch he the tour...

There’s so many aspects of property management that demand the attention of your team, but trash management doesn’t have to be one of them. This week’s guest, waste management expert and Can Monkey co-founder Alexander Shapiro, reveals ingenious solutions to the waste management challenge and shares the secret to hassle-free waste disposal in your short-term rentals. Don’t miss out on his insights...

On this week's show Simon Seroussi, co-founder of Sosuite, a property management company with over 200+ properties under management, shares some of the secrets for how they were able to successfully scale during the pandemic using integrated systems, tech brilliance, and resilience. Bonus Youtube Content: Simon gives a quick tour of the SuiteOp platform and its key features. Mentioned in this epis...

Curious about remote property management and remote real estate investing? This week’s guest, Stephanie Figueros, has taken on BOTH and shares her valuable insights on how to achieve success and simplify the process. Tune in for practical tips and expert guidance!  Youtube link to this episode Connect with Stephanie Figueros https://linktr.ee/stephaniefigueros https://www.instagram.com/stephaniefi...

Are you looking to get a better handle on the bookkeeping for your short-term rental business? In this week’s episode with Adam Hamilton of REIHub, he shares numerous ways to improve your bookkeeping workflow and avoid some common bookkeeping mistakes.  Bonus YouTube Video Content: Adam gives a quick tour of the REIHub platform and its key features. REIHub Offer: $50 in REIHub credits for viewers...