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

25. Bach That Airbnb Up - Interview with @femmehouseaz 05.10.2022 39:30

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with Vanessa Aguirre - host of ultimate girls trip/bachelorette experience niche listings Reacting to host that dumps new puppies for guests to take care of before adopting them out?! Find Vanessa's Listings: instagram.com/femmehouseaz instagram.com/femmehousenash Connect: Show Notes | Start Your...

24. 29 Golden Rules For Hosting + Stop Stressing About Your Reviews! *A Rant* 28.09.2022 40:07

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: I’m turning 29 on September 29, and it’s my Golden Birthday!✨ I cover my 29 golden rules to live by for STRs! Reacting to a 4 star review a guest left for an Airbnb that was better than the photos. Get discounts on 200+ furniture brands with Minoan! Hosting Template Flash Sale - $29 today and tomorrow! Sh...

23. What We Can Do to Keep Hosting Legal - Interview with John Hildebrand 21.09.2022 58:45

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with John Hildebrand - Airbnb Ambassador and expert on dealing with STR regulations Opt in to receive updates about regulation in your area Turn on legal notifications on Airbnb Get a free quote from Steadily Insurance Reacting to an Airbnb host’s review for the production team of the new Bachelo...

22. The Fool Proof Way to Drive More Bookings - Interview with Taylor Hildreth 14.09.2022 48:35

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Airbnb host, avid traveler and STR social media guru, Taylor Hildreth, shares action items you can do to improve your social media marketing, online presence, and brand growth to drive more bookings Reacting to a host requiring guests to respond with a specific quote after reading house rules Connect with...

21. WTF Do I Respond to This Guest?! 07.09.2022 42:24

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: I asked for your help with this week's episode, and asked you to submit the messages guests have sent you... and how you should respond to them?! We run through your scenarios and I share exactly how I would reply if it were me. Creating a library of go-to responses to use with future guests Reacting to a...

BONUS: We Bought an Airstream!!! And Now I Need Your Help! 02.09.2022 32:58

On today's bonus episode I spill all the tea on our latest STR investment! We purchased an Airstream, and I break down all my reasons for jumping into this deal, the loan and financing, and what our plans are for it. I'm looking for someone to partner up with to help bring my vision to life. If you or someone you know would be the perfect fit to help me make this happen, please contact me: airbnb...

20. Artwork, Bedding, and Coffee: The ABCs of Setting Up Your Listing with Minoan 31.08.2022 51:01

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Today I am partnering with Minoan— a centralized ordering platform with access to over 200 brands that can help furnish, upgrade or refresh your space. Adding personality back into your listing Ally and Sage, from Minoan's marketing department, share how Minoan works and what they provide! Join Minoan! | F...

19. So What If You Actually Do Have A Vacancy?? 24.08.2022 34:37

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Our Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit - Take Our Audience Survey Things you can do when you have 1-2 night or pre-planned longer vacancies Updating your amenities on your listing Should you consider taking on long-term rentals? Reacting to an Instagram Reel about hosts requiring too much. Do you pass th...

18. How to Make Your Airbnb ~Iconic~ Interview with Bryce Cano 17.08.2022 52:28

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with unique amenity and experiential stay expert Improving your Airbnb listing to optimize your rank Reacting to a guest making insufferable, high decibel monkey screaming sex sounds?! 5 Day Hosting Crash Course tickets: hostwithnatalie.com/crashcourse Connect with Bryce: instagram.com/brycecano...

17. Here’s How to Use a Recession to Your Advantage - Interview with Real Estate Investor Ben Pinel 10.08.2022 51:17

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: I interview real estate agent, Ben Pinel, to discuss all things recession related and the current market Reaching out to a professional about an investment property Reacting to a guest complaining about the air quality just to get a discount. Thank you Stephanie for submitting this week's AITAH! Check out...

16. Eight Things That Will Go Wrong When Hosting and This Guest Brought Their Pet Boa Constrictor?! 03.08.2022 43:04

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: My tips to help improve the 8 things that can go wrong while hosting Adding the AirReview Chrome Extension: rankbreeze.com/airreview/ Question of the week: Should I remove my cleaning fee altogether and include it into the nightly prices? Reacting to a guest that brought their pet boa constrictor. Who is t...

15. Knowing This 1 Thing Will Transform Your Hosting Strategy 27.07.2022 44:36

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: The Four Quadrants of Hosting. Take the quiz here! Run a Wifi speed test on your property through the Airbnb app: https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/3003/verify-your-internet-speed Question of the week: Should I buy a property in an HOA? Reacting to a host that dropped everything to deliver a TV to their...

14. AIRBNB HOSTING HORROR STORIES: Strippers, Porn Shoots, and Drug Deals Gone Wrong 20.07.2022 1:14:22

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Reading and reacting to YOUR Airbnb hosting horror stories! Buckle in. These stories are WILD. Why you need to get a quote for short-term rental insurance: hostwithnatalie.steadilypartner.com Question of the week: Should you charge the extra guest fee on Airbnb? Ozone generator: https://amzn.to/3OckZM8 Con...

13. Small Spaces, Big Profits - Interview with Unique Stay Expert, Zoey Berghoff 13.07.2022 52:40

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: I interview Zoey Berghoff to learn more about managing and hosting a unique property Maximizing your property listing's photo gallery Reacting to a guest requesting to cancel the reservation because she left her child at home Connect: Book a consultation with Zoey Zoey's TikTok | Zoey's Instagram Show Note...

12. Are Bookings Down Everywhere or Is It Your Fault? And Is This Guest Doing Too Much Laundry?! 06.07.2022 49:38

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Bookings down? 5 things that could improve your listing Adding valuable captions to your photos What should I title my listing? Reacting to a host seeking advice about a broken dryer after only 4 loads of laundry. Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Produc...

11. Listen to This If You Want to Become An Airbnb Host FO FREEEEE! 29.06.2022 56:49

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: All about cohosting and how to get started Making sure your cohosting contract has a spending threshold How you can get paid as a cohost Reacting to a guest's extreme excuse for getting out of a booking Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey...

10. Stop Letting Uncle Sam Take Your Airbnb Earnings! Interview with @learnlikeacpa 22.06.2022 1:00:01

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: I interview Ryan Bakke from @learnlikeacpa to get all the tea on how to make the tax code work to your advantage as a Short-term rental host. Doing monthly bookkeeping Reacting to a host's threat to their guest via text Connect: Ryan's Instagram | Ryan's Podcast AITAH Twitter Thread Show Notes | Start Your...

BONUS: Getting Vulnerable Today and Sharing My ~DREAMS~ 18.06.2022 25:13

Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

9. My Hosting Career Will Never Be the Same, and Can This Host Stop Being Creepy AF?! 15.06.2022 38:11

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: My takeaways from the STR Wealth Conference from speakers and from networking Adding personality back into your listing How to stand out in a saturated market Reacting to a host and his pool camera Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Editor: Kelsey Lujan |...

8. How to Say NO to Your Guests, Dealing with Influencers, and the Checkout List From HELL 08.06.2022 33:46

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: 4 ways to say no to your guests 4 safety items to have in your Airbnb including a First Aid Kit and Free Smoke/CO Alarm) How do I feel about influencers staying in exchange for exposure? Reacting to a checkout list from hell!! Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation P...

7. The 5 Most Annoying Things Guests Do and How to Stop Them 01.06.2022 43:50

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: 5 most annoying things guests do and how you can prevent it Ditch the Tupperware What do I do if my guest wants to cancel? Reacting to a guest complaining a week later about their stay Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Editor: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@...

6. Talk Nerdy to Me: I Asked a Data Scientist What Airbnb Guests are REALLY Looking For 25.05.2022 56:06

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: What guests are really looking for Scheduling a deep spring clean for your property What can I do to get a higher nightly rate? Reacting to my own Instagram Reel and asking my guest if THEY are the Airbnb-hole Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Editor: Ke...

5. My Hosting Journey and The 4 Biggest Mistakes I Made 18.05.2022 53:35

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: My hosting journey and the 4 mistakes I made early on Setting your calendar as "unavailable by default" Is it worth getting a hot tub for my Airbnb? Reacting to a guest and a list of her demands. Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan |...

BONUS: Airbnb's New Update Changes EVERYTHING 12.05.2022 17:30

Covering what you need to know about Airbnb's Summer 2022 Release of brand new updates. Read the release for yourself here: https://news.airbnb.com/2022-summer-release/ https://www.airbnb.com/2022-summer Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

4. How to Attract the Perfect Airbnb Guests 11.05.2022 38:16

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Attracting the perfect Airbnb guests Checking into your property at night Would I buy a primary residence or buy a rental property and keep renting? Reacting to a host that lost their Superhost status Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Learn more about your ad ch...