Freewyld Foundry
Get Paid For Your Pad | Airbnb Hosting | Vacation Rentals | STR Revenue Management
Get Paid For Your Pad is the go-to podcast for Airbnb hosts , short-term rental operators , and vacation rental entrepreneurs who want to scale smarter, earn more, and stay ahead of industry shifts. Hosted by Jasper Ribbers, Eric Moeller, and Kaye Putnam from Freewyld Foundry, this podcast delivers actionable tips on Airbnb pricing strategies , revenue management , direct bookings , listing optimization , and guest experience . You'll hear from real hosts, property managers, and industry pros who share behind-the-scenes insights, lessons learned, and the systems they use to grow profitable STR...
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Jul 6, 2026
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Episodes
Are You a Hectic Host or a Strategic CEO? 01.08.2025 30:42
👉 Get a Free Revenue Review → https://www.freewyldfoundry.com/report Find out how much revenue you’re leaving on the table, risk-free. What’s the real difference between a hectic host and a high-performing CEO in the short-term rental space? In this episode, Kaye Putnam and Eric Moeller break down how successful STR leaders escape the daily grind and create real business freedom. You’ll learn why...
How to Win at STR Conferences (Without Burning Out) 18.07.2025 23:49
Want to outperform the market? Freewyld Foundry’s Revenue & Pricing Management service is driving a 24.6% performance lift for $1M+ STR operators—even in down markets. If you're managing 15+ listings and want a free pricing audit, apply here → In this episode of Get Paid For Your Pad , Kaye Putnam (Head of Marketing at Freewyld) is joined by Eric Moeller (CEO of Freewyld and Freewyld Foundry)...
From Banker to STR Pro: How Alex DeCamp Built Great Stays 11.07.2025 32:43
Get STR revenue management off your plate. Get a free Revenue Report to see if you're leaving money on the table: https://freewyldfoundry.com/get-started In this episode of Get Paid For Your Pad , Jasper Ribbers sits down with Alex De Camp, founder of Great Stays in Detroit, Michigan. A former banker turned short-term rental operator, Alex shares his path from redeveloping properties in Detroit to...
Mastering Operational Excellence in Short-Term Rentals 27.06.2025 23:33
🎯 Want to scale your short-term rental business without chaos? Apply for a free Revenue Review at FreewyldFoundry.com/get-started and discover where you can unlock serious growth. In this episode of Get Paid for Your Pad , Kaye Putnam and Eric Moeller unpack the often-overlooked engine behind every thriving STR brand: operational excellence . They explore how the best short-term rental operators...
The 4 Non-Negotiables of STR Success in 2025 20.06.2025 27:49
Want to turn your STR portfolio into a revenue machine? Apply for a free Revenue Review → https://www.freewyldfoundry.com/get-started In this episode, Kaye Putnam joins Freewyld co-founder Eric Moeller for a candid conversation on what really drives long-term success in short-term rentals. Spoiler: it’s not just your pricing tool. They break down the four non-negotiables every elite STR operator n...
From Stuck to Scaling: Masterminds for STR Entrepreneurs 06.06.2025 23:59
🎧 Ready to grow faster with fewer missteps? Join the Foundry Mastermind → freewyldfoundry.com/foundry-mastermind If you’re scaling a short-term rental business, this is your room. In this episode, Kaye Putnam and Eric Moeller unpack the real power behind mastermind groups for entrepreneurs - why they work, what makes them fail, and how to get the most out of them. They break down the mindset and...
Make STR Revenue Management Sexy (Seriously) 02.06.2025 23:41
Take your revenue seriously—or risk falling behind. Get a free Revenue Report analysis of your current pricing strategy (for $1M+ STR hosts): https://freewyldfoundry.com/get-started In this episode, Kaye Putnam and Eric Moeller dive deep into one of the most overlooked growth levers in short-term rental businesses: revenue management . Whether you're operating a few units or managing a large portf...
The Emotional Roller Coaster of Property Acquisition 30.05.2025 31:50
🎧 Join Our Investor List: https://freewyld.com/invest-in-freewyld/ Get early access to property acquisition opportunities, behind-the-scenes updates, and insights into how we’re crafting a hospitality brand with soul. In this episode, Kaye Putnam and Eric Moeller pull back the curtain on the emotional and strategic journey behind Freewyld’s latest real estate acquisition. From the excitement of d...
3 Things We Did to Make Freewyld a Top-Performing STR 02.05.2025 26:45
🎧 Start here: Get your custom Revenue Report In this behind-the-scenes episode, Kaye Putnam and Eric Moeller reflect on the unexpected rise of Freewyld, our design-forward cabin brand rooted in Idyllwild, California , and built to help guests disconnect from tech and reconnect to what matters. From humble beginnings to building Wyldwood Park , they share the lessons, pivots, and breakthroughs tha...
How Nestaide Became a Top Airbnb Performer in Whistler 25.04.2025 25:53
Want to know if you’re leaving money on the table? Get your free Revenue Report from our expert team—see what’s working, what’s not, and how much more your STR business could be making: 👉 https://www.freewyldfoundry.com/get-started/ In this episode of Get Paid for Your Pad , host Jasper Ribbers interviews Alisha Nelson , co-founder of Nestaide , a standout property management company based in Whi...
Airbnb Power Couple: Suzanna & Jared on Scaling Smartly 21.04.2025 30:45
See if outsourcing revenue management is your best next step: https://www.freewyldfoundry.com/get-started In this episode of Get Paid for Your Pad , host Jasper Ribbers sits down with Suzanna and Jared Styles of Pink Door BnB to unpack their inspiring journey in the short-term rental industry. From managing properties to running their thriving Airbnb business, this dynamic duo shares insights on s...
STR Marketing Series: Unlocking the Power of Email Marketing 18.04.2025 31:34
📩 Want our best-performing email templates, slides, and the full video training from this episode? Download the free resource bundle here: FreewyldFoundry.com/email Email marketing is one of the most underrated tools in the hospitality industry, but when done right, it can dramatically increase direct bookings, guest engagement, and long-term revenue. In this episode, Jasper Ribbers and Kaye Putn...
How Troy Daily Scaled to 70+ STRs (and Kept His Sanity) 14.04.2025 24:16
✅ Own or manage a short-term rental business doing $1M+ in annual revenue? Get a free Revenue Report to see if your pricing strategy is leaving money on the table: 👉 FreewyldFoundry.com/get-started In this episode, Jasper sits down with Troy Daily , founder of Elevated Rentals & Hospitality in Traverse City, Michigan. Troy went from managing a handful of short-term rentals with friends in 20...
STR Marketing Series: Driving Direct Bookings With Influencers 11.04.2025 30:34
✨ Get the STR influencer resources: https://www.freewyldfoundry.com/influencer In this episode, Jasper Ribbers sits down with Kaye Putnam to dive deep into influencer marketing—specifically, how it can be used to boost direct bookings and grow brand awareness for travel brands like Freewyld. They talk candidly about what actually moves the needle when partnering with influencers—hint: it’s not fo...
Mastering STR Revenue: Pricing Strategies, Insights & Hacks 28.02.2025 46:24
Curious what your portfolio’s potential is? Apply for RPM at https://freewyldfoundry.com/rpm/. If you’re looking to optimize your Airbnb listing, I’ve got something for you—a free Airbnb Optimization Checklist! You can grab it at freewyldfoundry.com/checklist to make sure your listing is fully optimized and ready to convert more bookings. Got a question for me? Email me at jasper@freewyld.com , an...
Listener Q&A: Mastering Airbnb Pricing, Photo Tours & Last-Minute Bookings 07.02.2025 25:35
Curious what your portfolio’s potential is? Apply for RPM at https://freewyldfoundry.com/rpm/. Hey there! Welcome back to Get Paid for Your Pad! Today, you’re joining me from Savannah, Georgia, where I’m visiting one of our revenue managers, Thomas. If you’ve never been, it’s a historic and charming city with amazing weather and incredibly friendly people. I’m even planning to go kayaking this wee...
3 Airbnb Revenue Management Mistakes to Avoid in 2025 03.02.2025 33:33
Curious what your portfolio’s potential is? Apply for RPM at https://freewyldfoundry.com/rpm/. In this podcast episode, Jasper Ribbers discusses the three biggest mistakes short-term rental operators make in revenue management. He emphasizes the importance of competitive pricing during the low season, avoiding overpricing in the high season, and setting prices for peak demand dates well in advance...
Guest Experience, Revenue Hacks & Mindset Shifts for STR Success 31.01.2025 45:36
Curious what your portfolio’s potential is? Apply for RPM at https://freewyldfoundry.com/rpm/. In this podcast episode, Jasper Ribbers welcomes back Derek Gisriel, a successful short-term rental entrepreneur who first appeared on the show in May 2023. Since then, Derek has made significant progress in his business, growing from one property to managing 26. He shares his journey, from starting in r...
The Airbnb Category Hack: How to Optimize & Get More Bookings 27.01.2025 35:36
Curious what your portfolio’s potential is? Apply for RPM at https://freewyldfoundry.com/rpm/ . In this episode of 'Get Paid for Your Pad', Jasper Ribbers discusses the importance of Airbnb categories and how hosts can request to be listed in specific categories to enhance visibility and performance. He emphasizes the growing gap between professional and non-professional inventory in the sho...
How to crush your revenue management in 2025 21.01.2025 31:40
Curious what your portfolio’s potential is? Apply for RPM at https://freewyldfoundry.com/rpm/ . In this episode of 'Get Paid for Your Pad', host Jasper Ribbers returns after a break to share updates on his personal life and the short-term rental market. He reflects on the past year, discussing trends in booking behavior, the importance of professionalism in hosting, and strategies for increa...
Revenue Mastery: How to Stay Ahead in the Short-Term Rental Game 07.10.2024 41:56
Curious what your portfolio’s potential is? Apply for RPM at https://freewyldfoundry.com/rpm/ . In this episode, Jasper Ribbers and Tom Sharkey discuss the latest updates in their podcast journey, the introduction of new team members, and the intricacies of revenue management in the short-term rental industry. They share insights on the importance of daily focus in revenue management, the ev...
Increase your revenue with upsells with Hostfully 20.09.2024 40:40
Curious what your portfolio’s potential is? Apply for RPM at https://freewyldfoundry.com/rpm/ . In this episode of 'Get Paid for Your Pad', Jasper Ribbers discusses the latest features from Hostly with Fred Bassili and David Jacoby. They delve into the importance of upselling in the current flat market, exploring various upsell strategies and the potential revenue they can generate. The conv...
How Sergio doubles his STR portfolio every year 12.08.2024 35:01
Curious what your portfolio’s potential is? Apply for RPM at https://freewyldfoundry.com/rpm/ . Sergio Castaneda, founder of Jungle House, shares his journey of growing his short-term rental business from 1 or 2 buildings to 19 units. He discusses the importance of systemizing and growing the team, focusing on the owner side of the business, and transitioning into commercial properties. Serg...
Higher Revenue with Freewyld Foundry: Success Stories and Expert Advice (Part 2) 23.07.2024 42:42
Curious what your portfolio’s potential is? Apply for RPM at https://freewyldfoundry.com/rpm/ . Summary In this conversation, Jasper Ribbers and Kaye Putnam continue their discussion on revenue management. They provide examples of the impact their service has had on clients' businesses, including significant improvements in revenue. They emphasize the importance of understanding the entire b...
Higher Revenue with Freewyld Foundry: Success Stories and Expert Advice (Part 1) 16.07.2024 38:04
Curious what your portfolio’s potential is? Apply for RPM at https://freewyldfoundry.com/rpm/ . In this episode, Jasper Ribbers is interviewed by Kaye Putnam about RPM (Revenue and Pricing Management) service. They discuss the importance of revenue management for short-term rental operators and how it can significantly impact their bottom line. Jasper explains that RPM is a service where the...
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