The Cohost Bros

In this episode of The Co-Host Bros Podcast , Matt Codd and Austin Spitzenberger sit down with Matt Floyd — a door-to-door sales veteran turned real estate investor who built a life of financial freedom through consistency, sacrifice, and smart investing. Matt shares the real story behind his rise: ➡️ How he survived and thrived in one of the toughest sales industries ➡️ Where his discipline and c...

In this powerhouse episode of The Co-Host Bros Podcast , Matt and Austin welcome Brooke Pfautz , the industry’s leading expert on how to attract, convert, and retain property owners at scale. Brooke shares the full story behind growing his short-term rental company from 0 to 500+ properties in just five years , the systems he built to dominate owner acquisition, and how he turned that expertise in...

In this episode of The Co-Host Bros Podcast , Chelsea Cutrer joins Matt and Austin for a fun, insightful conversation on all things short-term rentals, community, and consistency. Chelsea has become one of the most recognized voices in the STR Facebook community — not through hype, but through helpfulness. Her approach to business is all about showing up, being real, and helping others win. 💡 In...

In this special episode, The Co-Host Bros welcome back Patryk Swietek — an STR operator, educator, and friend of the show. As the podcast’s first-ever repeat guest, Patryk brings a fresh perspective on what’s changed in the short-term rental industry and how hosts can level up in 2025. The crew dives into: What’s new in Patryk’s STR business and what’s next How to balance hustle with happiness in...

In this episode, The Co-Host Bros are joined by Annie Holcombe — longtime hospitality professional, marketing strategist, and co-host of the Alex & Annie Podcast . Annie opens up about her journey in the vacation rental world, what she’s learned about brand reputation and authenticity, and how hosts can stand out in a competitive market. She also shares behind-the-scenes insights from years of...

What if you could turn your short-term rental business into a freedom engine — one that runs without you, builds generational wealth, and gives you your time back? This week on The Co-Host Bros Podcast , Matt Codd and Austin Spitzenberger sit down with Mike Sjogren — investor, educator, and founder of Short Term Rental Secrets , the #1 community helping hosts build true financial independence thro...

In this episode of The Co-Host Bros Podcast , Matt Codd and Austin Spitzenberger sit down with Rachel Alday , founder of Abode , a luxury vacation rental management company with nearly 18 years in the game. Rachel shares the evolution of her business — from launching with her husband to building a trusted brand in premium STR markets. Whether you’re just getting started or ready to elevate your ho...

In this episode of The Co-Host Bros Podcast , Matt Codd and Austin Spitz sit down with Michael Dinwiddie , a short-term rental operator who’s not just managing houses — he’s also co-hosting an entire boutique hotel. Michael breaks down what it’s like to manage at scale, what makes hotel operations different (and surprisingly similar), and how he approaches guest experience in a highly dynamic spac...

In this episode of The Co-Host Bros Podcast , Matt Codd and Austin Spitz chat with Gil Chan — a short-term rental operator and the founder of Craft Stays , a lightning-fast platform that helps hosts build direct booking websites in just minutes. Gil brings his deep background in tech and entrepreneurship into the STR world, offering a fresh perspective on automation, ownership, and how to take you...

In this episode of The Co-Host Bros Podcast , Matt Codd and Austin Spitz chat with Eric Goldreyer , a seasoned short-term rental operator who’s doing something bold — building his own fee-free OTA to bypass platforms like Airbnb. Eric shares how he went from hosting to creating his own booking platform, why direct booking isn’t just a buzzword, and how hosts can reclaim control over their income,...

In this episode of The Co-Host Bros Podcast , Matt Codd and Austin Spitz sit down with Jesse and JT Nacassio — two brothers who’ve built a short-term rental empire with over 102 properties under management and 11+ personally owned . This is also the first-ever tag team episode in Co-Host Bros history — and it’s packed with real numbers, real strategy, and a ton of brotherly hustle. Inside: How the...

In this episode of The Co-Host Bros Podcast , Matt Codd and Austin Spitz sit down with Mike O’Connell , a seasoned STR operator and one of the founders of Happy Guest — a tool designed to make hosting easier, smoother, and more guest-focused. We talk about: Mike’s journey from host to tech founder Why guest experience is the most overlooked growth lever How Happy Guest helps automate communication...

In this episode of The Co-Host Bros Podcast , Matt Codd and Austin Spitz welcome back Justin Powell — but this time, it's not about a rental horror story. It’s about growth, hustle, and scaling fast. Justin shares how he went from zero to managing over 20 short-term rentals in less than a year , and what it took to build Seabrook Vacation Management into a thriving operation. In this episode: How...

In this bonus episode of The Co-Host Bros Podcast , Matt flies solo — no Austin, just vibes — and launches a brand new series: Co-Host Bros Woes . The concept? Real stories from real hosts about the disasters, headaches, and lessons that come from the darker side of short-term rentals. This week’s guest is Justin Powell from Seabrook Vacation Management, and he’s bringing a doozy of a story involv...

In this episode of The Co-Host Bros Podcast , Matt Codd and Austin Spitz are joined by short-term rental investor, content creator, and entrepreneur Michael Elefante . Known for his transparency and STR education content, Michael opens up about building a high-performing rental portfolio while raising a young family and staying true to his values. You’ll hear: How Michael got started with just one...

On this episode of The Co-Host Bros Podcast , Matt Codd and Austin Spitz welcome Jesse Vasquez — a seasoned short-term rental host and business builder with a passion for longevity over hype. Jesse opens up about his journey, how he’s navigated the ups and downs of STR, and why most people flame out after 7 episodes (or 7 listings). Inside: Jesse’s take on why consistency beats trends in the STR s...

In this episode of The Co-Host Bros Podcast , Matt Codd and Austin Spitz sit down with short-term rental systems expert Marissa Grover . Marissa shares how she helps hosts streamline their operations, build scalable systems, and stay out of the day-to-day chaos. Whether you're a new host or scaling your property management business, you'll learn actionable strategies to boost your efficiency and g...

In this episode of The Co-Host Bros Podcast , Matt Codd and Austin Spitz sit down with real estate investor and short-term rental strategist Alex Sabio . From his roots as a respiratory therapist to building a thriving portfolio of high-performing STRs, Alex shares the mindset shifts, lessons, and tactical plays that helped him break out of the 9–5 grind. We talk about: Transitioning from healthca...

Matt gives some tips on how to help with you new listing optimization and some other new listing tips that will help boost you first or next co-host listing. Follow the show Instagram - @cohostbros Facebook - @cohostbros YouTube - @cohostbros Tik Tok - @cohost.bros Follow Matt Instagram @creativecodds Tik Tok @creativecodds Facebook @matt.codd.3 Follow Austin Facebook - @austin.spitzenburger Insta...

Today, we interview one of the founders of STR Secrets Emanuele Pani. Emanuele has been in the game longer than most and has created a huge business. He discusses how to get your mindset right, not just your business. This is definitely an episode you do not want to miss! To learn more, visit www.strsecrets.com Follow the show Instagram - @cohostbros Facebook - @cohostbros YouTube - @cohostbros Ti...

Sarah King is a real estate investor who has spent most of her time acquiring LTRs. She just made the pivot to STRs and started her management journey. Follow the show Instagram - @cohostbros Facebook - @cohostbros YouTube - @cohostbros Tik Tok - @cohost.bros Follow Matt Instagram @creativecodds Tik Tok @creativecodds Facebook @matt.codd.3 Follow Austin Facebook - @austin.spitzenburger Instagram -...

John Bianchi is a real estate investor and Airbnb data guy. He spends a lot of his time giving you useful information on how to scrub the data to find your next investment. You can learn everything he is teaching for free at www.strsearch.com follow him on Instagram @theairbnbdataguy Follow the show Instagram - @cohostbros Facebook - @cohostbros YouTube - @cohostbros Tik Tok - @cohost.bros Follow...

Cam Lam is a short-term rental operator with over 30 short-term rentals that he owns. He also created a company that bridges the gap between your short-term rental and trash day. You can check out his can to curb service here. www.crewhomeapp.com Follow the show Instagram - @cohostbros Facebook - @cohostbros YouTube - @cohostbros Tik Tok - @cohost.bros Follow Matt Instagram @creativecodds Tik Tok...

Matt drops a tip of the week on a few things that have happened to him recently and how to avoid letting that happen to you. Follow the show Instagram - @cohostbros Facebook - @cohostbros YouTube - @cohostbros Tik Tok - @cohost.bros Follow Matt Instagram @creativecodds Tik Tok @creativecodds Facebook @matt.codd.3 Follow Austin Facebook - @austin.spitzenburger Instagram - @austin_spitzz Tik Tok - @...

Eduardo Mandri is the co-founder of Angel Host. Angel Host is a revenue management and property management company. He talks about growing pains with scaling a large business. He also drops some bombs on how to increase revenue in your business. Follow the show Instagram - @cohostbros Facebook - @cohostbros YouTube - @cohostbros Tik Tok - @cohost.bros Follow Matt Instagram @creativecodds Tik Tok @...