Mark Lumpkin & Taylor Jones

STR Investing, The Podcast

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Unlock financial freedom through short-term rental investing with hosts Mark Lumpkin and Taylor Jones . Each week, they sit down with the biggest names in the STR industry to uncover what’s working right now — from acquisitions and design to operations, marketing, and scaling portfolios. Taylor has helped acquire and manage over 500+ STRs, while Mark brings years of hands-on experience transforming properties into high-performing investments. Together, they break down real strategies, real numbers, and real stories that help investors grow smarter and faster. Whether you’re buying your first...

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Mark Lumpkin & Taylor Jones

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Cohosting 101: Become Profitable Without Owning Property with Austin Palacios 15.04.2024 29:56

Join us in this insightful episode as Taylor sits down with Austin Palacios, a pioneering short-term rental (STR) investor from West Palm Beach, Florida. With a rich background in wealth management, Austin made a significant career pivot in 2021 to focus full-time on short-term rental investments. He co-founded a dynamic management company tailored to the unique demands of the South Florida vacati...

Expert Renovation and Installation Insights with Mark Lumpkin 09.04.2024 30:26

Join us on the STR Investing, The Podcast as we chat with Mark Lumpkin, head of Sales at STR Cribs. Mark is an expert in transforming properties for short-term rentals and has overseen the installation of over 500 rentals in his career. He shares practical tips for property renovations, cautionary tales to avoid, and essential advice for first-time owners. Whether you're a new investor or loo...

Unlocking Revenue Potential: A Deep Dive into STR Investing Strategies with Austin Weinerman 13.03.2024 26:21

In this episode of STR Investing, The Podcast, host Sabrina Guler sits down with Austin Weinerman, the Head of Revenue at Techvestor. With a wealth of experience managing over $20 million in revenue across various portfolios, Austin delves into the crucial strategies for maximizing revenue in short-term rental (STR) properties. From the get-go, Austin emphasizes the importance of listing the right...

Buying the Right STR Property, Tips from Expert Taylor Jones 12.03.2024 29:20

In this episode, we're joined by Taylor Jones, the Head of Acquisitions at Techvestor and the co-host of the STR Investing Podcast. With a remarkable track record of helping Techvestor acquire over 150 successful STR properties, Taylor Jones is a seasoned expert in the field. Join us as Taylor shares his wealth of knowledge and insider tips on purchasing the perfect STR property. Throughout t...

Designing for Profit: Kaitlyn Rowsey (Ex-Airbnb) Shares Expert Strategies 09.03.2024 37:27

Join us on STR Investing, The Podcast, where host Sabrina Guler sits down with former Airbnb insider and short-term rental design expert, Kaitlyn Rowsey. In this enlightening episode, Kaitlyn shares her invaluable insights into how strategic design can significantly boost the profitability of your short-term rental. Drawing from her rich experience at Airbnb, she reveals the design secrets that no...

Mastering Markets: Data-Driven STR Buying with Expert John Bianchi 09.03.2024 33:41

Dive into the world of data-driven short-term rental investing in this insightful episode of STR Investing, The Podcast, where host Sabrina Guler is joined by John Bianchi, known in the industry as "The Airbnb Data Guy." As the founder of STR Search, a service dedicated to helping investors find profitable, hand-picked properties across the nation, John brings a unique perspective on how...