Natalie Palmer, Airbnb Host

No Vacancy The Podcast with Natalie Palmer

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A show for Airbnb hosts, new and experienced! Every Wednesday Natalie takes listeners behind the scenes of what it’s really like to be a short-term rental host, how to make it easier, mistakes to avoid, and how to get more bookings at higher rates. As an Airbnb Ambassador and 26x Superhost managing 10 properties, all remotely from home while being a stay at home mom of two, Natalie knows what it takes to succeed as an STR host and make this business fit into your lifestyle, not the other way around.

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Natalie Palmer, Airbnb Host

Episodes

87. Paying Off Your Mortgage Early: Genius or Dumb Investment Strategy? Interview with David Huey 13.12.2023 1:08:41

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: David Huey, full time software salesman, delves into his philosophy of being debt free and paying off his mortgage early! AITAH: I'M PISSED! Screenshots of an interaction between a guest AND ME! Connect with David on Instragram Get 5.5% APY with Wealthfront! *at time of this recording* This is the tool I'm...

86. She Quit Her Engineering Career to Invest in Real Estate & Travel The World - Interview with Olivia Tati 06.12.2023 47:22

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with Olivia Tati-- a designer and short-term rental investor who started as a chemical engineer who then transitioned into real estate AITAH: What is the weirdest thing you've ever had an Airbnb guest do? Connect with Olivia Check out Yellow Door Design StayFi | Use Code NOVACANCY to Get 50% Off...

85. From Living In Dad's Basement to Investing in Hotels - Interview with Auston Cook 29.11.2023 1:00:04

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! Buy your Level Up Your Listing Summit ticket before prices go up! MARCH 11-13TH, 2024 in SCOTTSDALE, AZ On this week's episode: This week I interview boutique hotel investor, Auston Cook, as he shares his inspiring journey from being a mountain guide to becoming a successful real estate investor. He talks about his progression fr...

Airbnb Advice Column: My In-Laws Hate Airbnb & Should I Put a Christmas Tree In My Listing?! 24.11.2023 19:31

Welcome to another Airbnb Advice Column bonus episode. Hope you enjoy! XOXO - Natalie Take advantage of our Level Up Your Listing Black Friday SALE! Join Minoan for FREE 2:12 - Jessa What are your thoughts on Brett Cooper’s video announcing that she will be boycotting airbnb over their fees? 6:13 - Yvonne What will you be buying this Black Friday? I want to take advantage of deals, but not spend f...

84. Swifties vs Airbnb Host! Who's In The Wrong? 22.11.2023 28:31

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Sharing a situation that went viral on TikTok over a Taylor Swift concert. Where do you stand?! StayFi | Use Code NOVACANCY to Get 50% Off Your First 3 Months with StayFi Book a free call with STR Insights here Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Instagram Podcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | kelsey@hospit...

83. Airbnb's Winter Updates Are Here!!! And I Have Some Thoughts... 15.11.2023 36:52

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Listen to my HONEST thoughts on the new updates... AITAH: Can owners charge a separate check-in fee?! Hear the updates in Brian Chesky's own words on YouTube Info on Guest Favorites Summary of the Airbnb 2023 Winter Release StayFi | Use Code NOVACANCY to Get 50% Off Your First 3 Months with StayFi Book a f...

82. The How-To Guide On Having a Unique Listing Even If Your Property is Basic - Interview with @itsbridgettebitch 08.11.2023 55:40

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Bridgette Whitney discusses her journey from being a Facebook marketplace upcyling enthusiast to sought-after vacation rental designer creating the most unique girls' trip homes. AITATrading a donation to a non-profit for a tax write off in exchange for a MONTH’S stay?! Listen episode 25 about bachelorette...

81. She Built a Profitable Glampsite with $2,000 Wayfair Tents - Interview with Channon Rose 01.11.2023 55:05

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: This week Channon shares her journey to growing her glampsite and STR portfolio. We talk about how each tent is set up, amenities, and her thought process building the cutest travel experience! Connect with Channon: https://pillar.io/channonrose Book a free call with STR Insights here StayFi | Use Code NOV...

Airbnb Advice Column: I NEED TO VENT ABOUT AIRBNB & Is Your Market Slow or Over Saturated? 27.10.2023 29:43

Welcome to another Airbnb Advice Column bonus episode. Hope you enjoy! XOXO - Natalie Natalie's Airbnb Referral Link: airbnb.com/r/hostwithnatalie Apply here for my 10-week hosting mentorship! Join Minoan for FREE 15:51 - Katherine As a co-host, do you buy restock items for your owners? 17:45- Vera: My guest broke house rules and I canceled the reservation mid stay. Can they still write a review?...

80. HALLOWEEN SPECIAL - Haunted Hotel & Airbnb Happenings 25.10.2023 33:39

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: *Please note, this episode may not be appropriate for kids* Ghouls and goblins gather 'round to hear to spookiest, bone chilling Airbnb horror stories in town. Listen to last year's Halloween episode here. Book a free call with STR Insights here Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Instagram Podcast Pr...

EMERGENCY EPISODE: What You Need to Know About Airbnb's New Cleaning Fee Structure 20.10.2023 21:22

Airbnb announces new big changes to their cleaning fees. My thoughts and what does this mean for us? Article mentioned: https://skift.com/2023/09/29/airbnb-ceo-on-essentially-eliminating-cleaning-fees/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

79. Treehouses, Bed & Breakfasts, Cabins, & ADUs! Breaking Down the Coolest Portfolio Ever with Hanan Kim 18.10.2023 56:55

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with Hanan Kim with @TahoeLittleBlackCabins and her journey to purchasing and thriving in the short term rental industry. AITAH: “We felt uncomfortable in the house, like someone was trying to watch us sleep” Book a free call with STR Insights here Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Instagr...

78. IS YOUR LISTING LOSING MONEY? YOU NEED THIS EPISODE. 11.10.2023 40:59

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Today I cover 3 topics and deep dive into the 3 ways to improve your listing by: Getting more bookings Increasing the nightly rate on your bookings Decreasing your expenses I booked this Airbnb for my boyfriend's birthday but he's cheating on me. Can I get a refund? Book a free call with STR Insights here...

77. How to Fit STRs Into Your Lifestyle, Not the Other Way Around - Interview with Bill Faeth 04.10.2023 59:34

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with Bill Faeth about key things that has made him succeed in business and his future plans for life and retirement A Day in the Life of an Airbnb Host *explicit* Book a free call with STR Insights here Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Instagram Podcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | kelsey@hosp...

Airbnb Advice Column: Answering Your Cohosting Questions! 29.09.2023 27:01

Welcome to another Airbnb Advice Column bonus episode. Hope you enjoy! XOXO - Natalie Apply for the 10-week mentorship here. Join Minoan for FREE 3:11 - Heather: Finding cohosting clients when you have no hosting experience 8:08 - Carly: Should I cohost or arbitrage? 12:36 - Julie: I have so many mindset issues around selling myself as a cohost. What’s your advice for confidently pitching yourself...

76. How Much Do Design & Amenities Really Impact My Listing? Interview with Showplace CEO Justin Miller 27.09.2023 41:54

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with CEO of Showplace, Justin Miller, on things you can do to elevate your listing Butt sex or Baltic Sea? Schedule a call with Showplace here Book a free call with STR Insights here Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Instagram Podcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | kelsey@hospitality.fm Learn mor...

75. "We Made $100,000 Renting Our Pool" - Interview with Natalie Bykov 20.09.2023 55:29

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with Natalie Bykov and how she capitalized on making money with their backyard pool This guest is DEMANDING an early check-in with a 10 hour notice. Book a free call with STR Insights here Join Natalie's Pool Hosting 101 Facebook Group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/poolhosting101/?ref=share&mibe...

74. Avery Carl Breaks Down Her Portfolio of 250 Doors & Did Amber Heard Stay in This Airbnb?! 13.09.2023 51:48

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with Avery Carl and picking her brain on scaling to her 250 doors! Someone take a LOAD off this host for this SHITTY situation. Book a free call with STR Insights here Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Instagram Podcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | kelsey@hospitality.fm Learn more about your ad...

73. AIRBNB CLEANER HORROR STORIES: Squatting, Threesomes, and Stolen Vacuums! 06.09.2023 54:40

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Reading and reacting to all of YOUR worst horror stories— cleaning edition! Check out the first horror stories episode here! Book a free call with STR Insights here Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Instagram Podcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | kelsey@hospitality.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

72. How Do People Afford to Keep Buying More Property?! - Build Your Investing Strategy with Jeff Welgan 30.08.2023 57:27

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with Jeff Welgan, investor financing strategist with BluPrint Home Loans No Airbnb-hole?! What a sweet guest! Book a call with STR Insights here! Connect with Jeff Welgan: Jeff’s Website Jeff’s Instagram Email: jwelgan@mybploan.com Get free appraisal at closing when you mention No Vacancy the Pod...

Airbnb Advice Column - Should I Buy a Dome? And the Sneaky Way I Handle Guests Who Block My Calendar! 25.08.2023 25:57

Welcome to another Airbnb Advice Column bonus episode. Hope you enjoy! XOXO - Natalie 1:30 - Denise: Blocking off the calendar for an off season but still keeping search placement and Superhost progress 5:53 - Uzma: Leave it, or charge for it? Stained towels, ripped sheets, broken glass, etc... 10:25 - Betty: Where can I buy a geodesic dome? 13:57 - Shauna: Determining the lowest nightly rate you...

71. Using AI to Design Your STR & Guest Cheating Scandals! Interview with Kaitlyn Aronis 23.08.2023 1:02:25

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with Kaitlyn Aronis on the power of using AI to design your space Mind your business or side with girl code?!?!! Book a call with STR Insights here! Connect with Kaitlyn Kaitlyn’s Instagram Coho House Instagram Get 20% off design services by emailing kaitlyn@cohohouse.com and mentioning The No Va...

70. The Two Biggest STR Lessons I’ve Learned From “Thanks For Visiting” - Interview with Sarah & Annette 16.08.2023 54:35

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Thanks For Visiting podcast hosts, Sarah and Annette, share their biggest tips for investing in a property inspector and annual budgeting while also discussing top mistakes hosts make. The most self righteous, pretentious post I’ve ever read. So disrespectful! Connect with Sarah and Annette: www.thanksforv...

69. Multiple Income Streams From 1 Piece of Land - Land Hacking with Zoey Berghoff 09.08.2023 59:23

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Unique stay expert, Zoey Berghoff, talks all about land hacking this episode and breaks down her 3 points when thinking of land hacking. The most obnoxious list of house rules I ever did see. Book a call with STR Insights here! Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Instagram Podcast Producer: Kelsey Tra...

68. The Best Markets You Haven’t Heard of Yet - Interview with Kenny Bedwell @STRInsights 02.08.2023 59:42

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: STR Insights CEO, Kenny Bedwell, sits down and shares what he thinks are the best markets to buy in Does this host hate children and fun or whaaat?! Book a call with Kenny here! Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Instagram Podcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad...