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

47. What I Learned From YOU at LUYL Summit - Are We All Converting to 420 Friendly Listings?? 08.03.2023 35:38

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: I recap my favorite conversations from Level Up Your Listing Summit that I had with YOU. The attendees were truly the most inspiring part of the summit, and I learned something from every person I talked to; from running your STR business while homeschooling 6 kids, to being booked six months out with NO i...

46. Turning a Campground Into STRs and a Wedding Venue - Interview with @brookledgeny 01.03.2023 57:35

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with Helen Christopher and her journey into turning a campground into a STR hub and whimsical wedding venue! Reacting to an “influencer” inquiry about a free stay. Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit Tickets! Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast...

Airbnb Advice Column - 4 Upgrades Under $100 & How Much TP Should You Provide?? 24.02.2023 15:42

Welcome to another Airbnb Advice Column bonus episode. Hope you enjoy! XOXO - Natalie 2:06 Question #1 - Adapting to older guests for smart TVs 5:42 Question #2 - How much toilet paper to leave for each reservation 7:45 Question #3 - Upgrading your space with only $100 11:07 Question #4 - Should you require your cleaner to work during a natural disaster? Thank you to Savvy Realty for sponsoring th...

45. "THERE WERE PENISES EVERYWHERE" - Diary of an Airbnb Cleaner with @deetakesovercleaning 22.02.2023 57:53

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Getting down and dirty with Dee from @deetakesovercleaning on best cleaning products, what your cleaner wants YOU to know and craziest cleaning stories! Reacting to the strangest guest inquiry I’ve ever seen! Follow Dee on Instagram and TikTok Dee's Amazon Storefront Dee's Cleaning Resources 5 DAYS LEFT TO...

44. Twelve Essentials You Need In Your Hosting Toolkit 15.02.2023 48:24

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: HURRY! Level Up Your Listing Summit tickets are almost gone! Use code NATALIE10 to save 10% Minoan - Save 40-60% on your favorite furniture brands Proper Insurance - Home insurance that is specially designed for STR hosts AirDNA - Run market analysis, and get key data to improve your hosting strategy Price...

43. Owning Property by Spending Other People’s Money??? Interview with The Karwells 08.02.2023 1:00:21

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Getting properties under contract without funding, conditions to negotiate in a deal, and defining out terms with investors Reacting to a host being too nit picky about a guest review! LEVEL UP YOUR LISTING WOMEN'S SUMMIT TICKETS ARE RUNNING OUT! Use code NATALIE10 for 10% off your ticket. Follow the Karwe...

42. Hosting When You're at Rock Bottom with Tatianna Taylor-Tait 01.02.2023 56:45

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Tatianna’s journey, what drives her, and managing hosting, co-hosting and arbitrage. Reacting to what a guest wrote in this host’s guestbook. She couldn’t ride what?!!? Use code TATIANNA10 or NATALIE10 for 10% off your Level Up Your Listing Summit tickets! Tatianna's Instagram Tatianna's Website Connect: S...

Airbnb Advice Column: Wifi Was Down, Do I Refund? Should We Add a Yoga Studio? 27.01.2023 23:54

Welcome to the first Airbnb Advice Column bonus episode. Hope you enjoy! XOXO - Natalie 2:09 Question #1 - Choosing what to do with one extra bedroom 5:47 Question #2 - Dealing with messy guests 8:57 Question #3 - Handling micro-managing owners as a co-host 13:33 Question #4 - The best way to stage an awkward layout 16:53 Question #5 - Are you doing too much as a host? Take 10% off your Level Up Y...

41. This Host Used AI to Find A Market and Design His Listing - Interview with Jason Reece 25.01.2023 59:45

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with Jason Reece - AI advocate for STR use and development Jesus take the wheel- reacting to a host whose patience was tested!! Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit Tickets! Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan...

40. Finding The Perfect Market for Your Short-Term Rental - Interview with Tyler Coon 18.01.2023 57:08

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with short term rental exclusive realtor Tyler Coon Reacting to guest review about a pull-out couch that didn’t even exist at the Airbnb Register for Level Up Your Listing Summit with code NATALIE10 for 10% off! Connect with Tyler at Savvy Realty Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Level Up...

39. They Built a $10,000,000 Real Estate Portfolio - Interview with Tony and Sara Robinson 11.01.2023 51:54

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: STR deal analysis with Tony and Sara Robinson Reacting to this unhinged guest over a coffee maker Download Tony's STR Calculator Follow Tony and Sara Robinson's on instagram! Use code NATALIE to attend the STR Summit in Orlando, Jan 20-22 Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Level Up Your Listing Women...

38. BRRRR: The Chillest Real Estate Investing Strategy with Patryk Swietek 04.01.2023 1:00:31

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Breaking down the BRRRR method with Patryk Swietek Airbnb sided with the guest over this?!!?! Follow Patryk on Instagram Join STR Nation Check out the Patryk Real Estate Show Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit Tickets! Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast...

37. My $35,000 Hosting Mistake 28.12.2022 36:04

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: A year in review- going through my properties and assessing my profit wins and losses, advice for the next year and changes I plan on implementing in 2023 Reacting to a 2-star review from a guest because they had a nightmare Get a FREE quote for STR insurance with Steadily Level Up Your Listing Women's Sum...

36. 3 Problems With Owning An Airbnb That No One Talks About 21.12.2022 37:16

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Reacting to what Dave Ramsey has to say about Airbnbs and the problems STRs bring Reacting to a host that gave a refund for having a pet-friendly property. Watch the Dave Ramsey video here Get a FREE quote for STR insurance with Steadily Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Level Up Your Listing Women'...

35. Listen to This if The Loan Process Scares the Sh*t Out of You! Interview with Brenna Carles 14.12.2022 53:57

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Brenna Carles shares different types of mortgages, calculating your debt to income ratio and all about DSCR loans. Reacting to the most shocking, offensive and vulgar review from a guest. Connect with Brenna! The Mortgage Shop Brenna's Instagram Save your seat for Level Up Your Listing Summit Feb 27-Mar 1...

34. Making $80,000 a Month with Just 6 Properties - Interview with Michael Elefante 07.12.2022 40:38

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: How Michael Elefante runs his six properties with financial freedom Does this guest deserve a refund for the tragedy they experienced trying to get to this Airbnb?! Follow Michael on Instagram Michael's TikTok | Michael's YouTube Channel Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Level Up Your Listing Women'...

33. Are Direct Bookings Really Worth It?! Asking Mark Simpson the TOUGH Questions 30.11.2022 1:02:02

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Giving all my arguments against direct bookings and what Mark has to say about it Reacting to a guest’s feedback for the host of how to make her property “better.” Connect with Mark @Boostly Instagram boostly.co.uk/listingsites Buy the Book Direct Playbook Preorder the Book Direct Blueprint coming December...

32. Your End of Year Tax Strategy to Maximize Deductions! Interview with Ryan Bakke 23.11.2022 37:44

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! Black Friday prices are ON for Level Up Your Listing Summit! On this week's episode: Ryan Bakke is back to share year end tax strategies and what you can do in these last weeks of 2022 I’m the Airbnb-hole this week — listen to hear why :( Connect with Ryan: Learn Like A CPA Podcast Ryan's Instagram Connect: Show Notes | Start You...

BONUS: We NEED to Talk About The Winter 2022 Airbnb Updates... 22.11.2022 34:40

First time host? List your space with my referral link! With the Ask A Superhost program, I can personally help you set up your Airbnb listing, and make sure everything looks good to go before you hit 'publish'. The Official Airbnb 2022 Winter Release And even more info about the Airbnb 2022 Winter Release Edit your Instant Book settings An "easier" way to dispute retaliatory reviews (we shall see...

31. Arbitrage 101: How to Get the Yes with Kierra Castleberry 16.11.2022 56:27

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: All about arbitrage - how it works, step by step what to do and how to pitch yourself for properties Reacting to a scandalous message guests left in this host’s guestbook. BUY YOUR LEVEL UP YOUR LISTING SUMMIT TICKET Follow Kierra on Instagram @coachforthehost Kierra's YouTube Channel Connect: Show Notes |...

30. The Room by Room Guide to Setting Up Your Airbnb 09.11.2022 48:26

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Grab your Level Up Your Listing Summit ticket! Only a few early bird tix left! Thank you to Minoan for partnering up for today's episode. Get discounted furniture on 200+ of your favorite, quality brands! Read the room by room set up guide and download the furniture checklist! Connect: Show Notes | Start Y...

29. What Would the Ritz-Carlton Do? Designer Tatianna Taylor-Tait Shares Her Best STR Styling Tips 02.11.2022 25:06

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Guest host takeover with award-winning interior designer Tatianna Taylor-Tait Tatianna’s top 5 tips for design Reacting to the film Barbarian - where a woman finds herself double-booked at an Airbnb and decides to stay with the stranger. GET YOUR TICKETS TO Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit Connect with...

28. HALLOWEEN SPECIAL - The Spookiest Haunted Airbnb Stories 26.10.2022 58:40

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. You know what's really scary? Paying full price for furniture! Join Minoan today and start saving on hundreds of brands for your short-term rental....

27. Feeling Burnt Out on STR? Try This Strategy! - Interview with Zeona McIntyre 19.10.2022 59:05

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! EARLY BIRD TICKETS ON SALE NOW! On this week's episode: Answering YOUR questions in an interview with Zeona McIntyre, MTR host. Am I in the right market and what are the pros and cons? Reacting to a 28 day stay Airbnb issued refund to a guest. Connect with Zeona McIntyre: Follow her on Instagram Listen to the Invest2FI Podcast Pr...

26. Make an Extra $1,000 This Month On Your STR 12.10.2022 32:31

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Tips to add revenue on top of your nightly rate, increase bookings, and save money this month! Reacting to a strange guest experience of a stay in Mexico - catching things on camera, stolen items, possible sex trafficking?! Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podc...