Short Term Shopping

Luke sits down with Jay “The Viking” of The Short Term Shop, who covers western North Carolina. They get into the current market, which has plenty of inventory, more sellers than buyers, and room to negotiate. Then Jay walks through a spread of listings, from Bryson City and Maggie Valley to a lake remodel in Hayesville, a 19-unit boutique motel, and a round house grossing $60K a year. Connect wit...

Luke and Leslie Carbajal of The Short Term Shop tour ten Arizona properties under $2 million, mostly in Scottsdale with a couple in Phoenix. They compare Old Town and North Scottsdale, talk through price points and negotiation, and get into what makes a short-term rental perform. Leslie also shares a client case study (a ~$500K first year) and explains the enemy method for comps. Connect with an a...

Luke Carl is joined by Trysten, a real estate agent with The Short Term Shop, to explore short-term rental investment opportunities throughout Pennsylvania's Pocono Mountains. They tour properties across several submarkets, comparing prices, rental revenue, locations, amenities, and opportunities to add value, from affordable cabins suited for couples to large lakefront homes designed for group st...

Wayde from The Short Term Shop joins Luke from the Smokies to walk through his current picks for investors. He starts with the state of the market: inventory is near all-time highs, yet well-performing homes are still drawing multiple offers, with one bidding war running well over list price. Then he walks through a handful of listings across the Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg areas, from turnkey ear...

Luke sits down with Branson, Missouri agent David from The Short Term Shop to walk through a slate of short-term rental listings at the lower end of the market. Along the way they dig into nightly rates, peak versus off-season pricing, how square footage and bed count drive revenue, what to budget for updates and furnishing, and why you should always see a property in person. Connect with an agent...

Luke and Curtis explore luxury short-term rental opportunities along the Texas coast, focusing on Galveston and Crystal Beach. They tour beachfront and beach-adjacent properties ranging from around $800,000 to $2.2 million, discussing rental potential, occupancy, water features, guest capacity, property amenities, price history, and the differences between investing in Galveston and Crystal Beach....

Luke and Lauren from The Short Term Shop discuss the 30A market for short-term rental properties priced under $1 million, comparing options across Blue Mountain Beach, Inlet Beach, Prominence, Gulf Place, Seagrove, and surrounding areas. They discuss what buyers can realistically get at this price point, including beach proximity, pools, views, amenities, HOA fees, property condition, and potentia...

Luke and Short Term Shop agent Cindy tour eight condo listings spanning Orange Beach, Fort Morgan, and Gulf Shores. Along the way they dig into practical ownership details like HOA fees, ongoing insurance assessments, and how pet policies and vibe differ across the three areas—Fort Morgan's relaxed, dog-friendly beaches versus Orange Beach's nightlife and dining. A recurring theme is the number of...

Luke and Stacey tour luxury short-term rental listings across the Texas Hill Country—Fredericksburg, New Braunfels, Wimberley, Stonewall, Kingsland, and Johnson City—ranging from about $1.6 million to $2.2 million. Stacey breaks down why pools are essentially mandatory at this price point, how city-limit STR restrictions in New Braunfels and Wimberley create pockets of low competition, and how rec...

Luke Carl is joined by January Johnson to tour luxury short-term rental opportunities in Panama City Beach, highlighting why the market offers more affordable luxury than nearby Destin and 30A. They compare beachfront and near-beach homes across a range of price points, discussing private pools, guest capacity, outdoor amenities, walkability, and the potential to add value through renovations. The...

Luke Carl is joined by Jonathan from the Short Term Shop to tour some of the most luxurious short-term rental properties for sale in the Gulf Shores and Orange Beach markets. They compare high-end condos, Gulf-front homes, lagoon-front properties, and luxury communities, discussing what drives premium pricing—including exceptional views, private pools, boat access, unique amenities, location, and...

Luke Carl is joined by John Swann from the Short Term Shop to explore current listings in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Georgia. They discuss what makes a property stand out in the market—including proximity to downtown, mountain views, privacy, game rooms, outdoor amenities, and modern versus classic cabin design—while emphasizing the importance of buying based on long-term rental potential r...

Luke Carl is joined by Jonathan from the Short Term Shop to evaluate short-term rental investment opportunities across Gulf Shores and Fort Morgan, highlighting properties that offer the strongest value in today's market. They discuss how features like private pools, golf carts, Gold Fortified construction, community amenities, and bedroom count can significantly impact both rental performance and...

Luke Carl is joined by Kelsey Ardoin from the Short Term Shop to compare short-term rental investment opportunities in the Galveston and Crystal Beach markets through a series of "buy this, not that" examples. They explain how bedroom count, guest capacity, outdoor amenities, insurance costs, property age, and location can dramatically impact a home's earning potential, while showing why the cheap...

Luke Carl is joined by John and Christina McNaught from the Short Term Shop to explore short-term rental investment opportunities across the Sarasota and Bradenton markets while explaining how local regulations shape where investors can—and can't—operate. They highlight the importance of looking beyond a property's current rental history by focusing on outdoor amenities, value-add renovations, and...

Luke Carl is joined by Bradley Klein to evaluate a wide range of short-term rental investment opportunities throughout the Myrtle Beach market, from luxury oceanfront homes and value-add beach cottages to condos and new-construction townhomes. They discuss how to identify overpriced listings, compare new construction with resale properties, evaluate amenities that drive revenue, and determine when...

Luke Carl is joined by Wayde Hall to tour several investment opportunities in the Smoky Mountains and explain how to evaluate properties beyond their current rental history. They discuss using comparable homes to identify overlooked deals, why location, amenities, outdoor spaces, and layout often matter more than past revenue alone, and how buyers can capitalize on today's buyer's market through s...

Luke Carl is joined by Natalie to explore what “luxury” really means in the Smoky Mountains vacation rental market. Natalie breaks down the key features that separate true luxury cabins from standard short-term rentals, including grand mountain views, indoor pools, theater rooms, high-end game spaces, and community-wide amenities designed to attract large groups. She also shares examples of top-pe...

Luke Carl and Jess Foy tour some of the most expensive short term rental opportunities along Florida’s Emerald Coast, from Destin and Miramar Beach to 30A and Panama City Beach. They break down the differences between cash-flow-focused luxury rentals and lifestyle-driven beachfront properties, discussing everything from rental income potential and beach access to new construction trends, appreciat...

Luke Carl and Matt Castle take a deep dive into the Smoky Mountains real estate market by reviewing active short-term rental listings and discussing what makes certain properties stand out. They cover everything from proven rental income and pricing strategies to location advantages, mountain views, indoor pools, occupancy potential, and current buyer leverage in a market with elevated inventory a...

Luke Carl is joined by Short Term Shop agent Leslie to tour high-end vacation rental opportunities in Arizona. They break down a rare new build in Sedona, discuss the challenges of building pools on rocky Sedona soil (expect $75k–$100k minimum), and highlight properties that already have pools and spas—major revenue drivers in this market. Leslie explains why rooftop decks are uncommon but valuabl...

Luke Carl explores the luxury short-term rental market in Branson alongside Short Term Shop agents Abbie and Jon. They break down why Branson continues to attract millions of visitors each year, how newer luxury lodge developments are performing, and why today’s buyer-friendly market is creating opportunities to purchase high-end vacation rentals below peak pricing. The conversation also covers th...

Luke Carl is joined by January Johnson to explore investment opportunities along Florida’s Forgotten Coast, focusing on the rapidly growing areas of Windmark Beach and Sugar Sand. They break down why these quieter beach markets are attracting investors looking for lower entry prices, appreciation potential, and a slower-paced alternative to crowded destinations like 30A. The conversation covers ev...

Luke Carl explores the Southern Utah market with Cody Roberts, breaking down what makes areas like St. George, Hurricane, and La Verkin attractive for short-term rental investors. They walk through several properties at different price points, highlighting key factors like proximity to Zion National Park, transferable STR permits, and the importance of amenities like private pools and outdoor spac...

Luke Carl explores short-term rental opportunities in the Disney market alongside local STS agent Mike, breaking down real listings across Windsor Hills, Solara, and Storey Lake. They walk through everything from entry-level condos under $300K to luxury 9-bedroom homes over $1M, highlighting how pricing, condition, and theming impact performance and deal potential. The conversation emphasizes the...