Airbnb Host Coach Show | Investing for Financial Freedom
Airbnb investing for real estate agents seeking financial freedom for themselves and their clients. In 2018 Culin Tate was unemployed and at a career crossroads. He really didn’t want to commit to another job that took all of his time and energy away from his family. So, he and his wife decided to invest in Airbnb properties. Using their backgrounds in tech, they cracked the Airbnb algorithm and in less than 5 years they’ve grown a portfolio of 10 short-term rental properties grossing over $1,000,000 annually, while working less than any other jobs in their lives! This podcast was created to help you do the same - with confidence! Join Culin and Danielle as they share their 4 pillars of Airbnb investing, secret strategies, stories, and advice from their journey and other successful investors and innovators in the industry. Together, they’ll show you how to achieve financial freedom through Airbnb investing, so you can feel comfortable in your investments, generate maximum cash flow, and live a life that you love!
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Airbnb Camera Do’s & Don’ts - What Hosts Need To Know
11/18/2025
Airbnb Camera Do’s & Don’ts - What Hosts Need To Know
As an Airbnb host you need to balance guests’ privacy with the need to protect your property. This not an easy decision. In this episode you will learn the pros and cons of having a camera in your Airbnb, and exactly what you need to do to not have your listing shut down. Tune in as we break down our clients' camera dilemmas and the study data from 1,000 guests that you need to know to make the best possible decision for your Airbnb! Topics discussed in this episode: The Airbnb camera scenario that sent a host to jail How to protect your Airbnb listing from being shut down The rules for disclosing cameras at your Airbnb How the age of your guest avatar impacts your camera decision (we were surprised) Data from a 1,000 guest study on the impact of cameras on bookings Which camera will work best for your specific Airbnb situation - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Airbnb Revenue Management:
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The Airbnb Holiday Playbook: How Top Hosts Prepare for the Big 3
11/11/2025
The Airbnb Holiday Playbook: How Top Hosts Prepare for the Big 3
Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are the best times to make the most money with your Airbnb! But, it’s also the biggest season of costly host blunders and nightmare guest situations. You don’t have to guess and stress! Use the hacks we’ve honed over our 147 holidays as Airbnb hosts to maximize your revenue - while minimizing guest and housekeeper meltdowns. Tune into this episode to learn our exact pre-holiday protocol to ensure a smooth season, why not to decorate your Airbnb, the must-haves for each season, and our best suggestions to surprise and delight both your housekeepers and guests. Topics discussed in this episode: The #1 holiday item to never put in your Airbnb The pre-holiday protocol you need to follow Safety items and rules you need to have in place to protect your guests and property Holiday hacks for your housekeeping The best holiday surprise and delight items for your guests - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Airbnb Revenue Management:
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How a $10 AI Tool Handles 95% of Your Airbnb Guests (So You Don’t Have To)
11/04/2025
How a $10 AI Tool Handles 95% of Your Airbnb Guests (So You Don’t Have To)
Do you want to become an Airbnb investor, but don’t have enough time to handle host responsibilities on top of your 9 to 5 job? Or, are you currently drowning in Airbnb guest messages, but want to make sure your guests receive the very best communication? If so, this episode is for you! Tune in to learn why YOU need to embrace new AI tools to stay on top of guest expectations for response time and personalization or get left in the dust. Topics discussed in this episode: How to train AI to be a better host than you are How to avoid under-serving your guests and losing to your market competition The smart way to track and resolve issues in your Airbnb Why it is essential to stay on the cutting edge of Airbnb technologies - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Airbnb Revenue Management:
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How to Pick a Profitable Airbnb Using Data, Not Luck
10/28/2025
How to Pick a Profitable Airbnb Using Data, Not Luck
Are you curious about Airbnb investing but need to make sure your investment would make money, not lose money? Do you wish you had a crystal ball that could point you to the exact market and property you should buy? Would it be easier for you to pull the trigger if you knew exactly what a property would gross annually as an Airbnb? If so, you need to listen to this episode where Scott Sage, of AirDNA, unpacks how their software gives you the hard data you need to make educated investing decisions and the underwriting homework you should do before you buy a property. Tune in to hear Scott’s predictions for how AI will impact hosts and guests over the next six months in the STR industry and what that means for your business! Topics discussed in this episode: How to stop guessing about whether a property would be a profitable Airbnb The ideal amount of time to spend underwriting a deal before committing Where to find hot new STR revenue calculator for investors The best place to search and sort properties for sale based on gross earnings How to source data and the exact comps you need to predict earnings of the investment property you are considering Why AI is reshaping the host and guest experience - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Airbnb Revenue Management:
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The Secret That Scaled 70+ Airbnbs
10/21/2025
The Secret That Scaled 70+ Airbnbs
Are you dreaming of becoming an Airbnb investor, but don’t have the time to handle guest messages and operations with your current job? Would scaling your portfolio by adding more Airbnbs change your life - but you simply don’t have the bandwidth to make that happen? If so, this episode is for you! JT and Jesse Nicasio, the founders of STR Super VAs, are sharing how their unique background and experience scaling their Airbnb portfolio past 70 Airbnbs turned into a company that helps Airbnb investors work smarter - not harder. After listening to this episode you will know how affordable it is to add a virtual team member to help you handle your current Airbnb workload and scale more efficiently. Tune in to learn how to avoid being a “me too host” who gets squeezed out of the market by your competition! Topics discussed in this episode: How is is possible to operate 70+ Airbnbs in 15 markets without losing your mind What a virtual assistant is capable of doing in your Airbnb business How to find a virtual assistant that is perfect for you The difference between STR Super VAs and any other VA What short term rental industry changes to expect and prepare for The importance of working on your business - not just ‘in it” Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Airbnb Revenue Management:
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How to Convert a Long-Term Rental into an Airbnb to Triple Your Cashflow
10/14/2025
How to Convert a Long-Term Rental into an Airbnb to Triple Your Cashflow
Do you wonder if your current rental property could make more money as an Airbnb? Are you worried if your place isn’t perfect, it won't have cash flow as a short-term rental? If this sounds familiar, you need to tune into this episode where Liz Mole unpacks her experience of turning a long-term rental investment that was bleeding money into an incredibly successful Airbnb, despite its less than perfect location! After listening to this episode, you will know the specific software and book Liz used to map out her steps to success as an Airbnb investor in New Zealand. Tune in to learn economical Airbnb design hacks, as well as the importance of having a local team to support your Airbnb and guests. Topics discussed in this episode: How to turn a problem long-term rental into profitable short-term rental The #1 book to guide you through your first Airbnb investment Software tools that save STR hosts time and improve guest experience Easy ways to make your Airbnb design look professional Liz’s biggest mistake, and what she learned from it Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Airbnb Revenue Management:
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How to Attract Conscious Travelers to Your Airbnb
10/07/2025
How to Attract Conscious Travelers to Your Airbnb
Are you feeling a little lost in the Airbnb shuffle? Do you wish you could articulate to guests why your Airbnb and you as a host are special and worth staying with? Are you curious about the conscious travel trend, and what that means to investors? If this sounds familiar, you need to listen to this episode where Bobby Jones, co-founder of Good is the New Cool, shares why the concept of belonging is at the epicenter of Airbnb’s success and yours, and the importance of crafting and selling the story of your Airbnb to potential guests. After listening to this episode, you will know the best, uncomplicated business growth strategy for a short term rental investor. Tune in to learn the embedded advantage to having a short-term rental business, along with how to use your own passions to capitalize on the conscious travel trend. Topics discussed in this episode: How to leverage Airbnb’s commitment to belonging for your Airbnb’s success Why telling your Airbnb’s story is compelling to guests The best growth strategy for Airbnb investors The embedded advantage of having a short term rental business How you can use your own passions to capitalize on the conscious travel trend This episode originally aired November 18, 2024 - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram:
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6 Game-Changing Airbnb Tools & Takeaways from The STR Rental Conference
09/30/2025
6 Game-Changing Airbnb Tools & Takeaways from The STR Rental Conference
Are you worried you don’t know the latest cutting edge tools for Airbnb investors? Do you wish you could attend a conference to learn more about the future of the industry, but simply don’t have the time? If so, this episode is for you! Today we’re sharing our six biggest takeaways from attending the STR Wealth Conference. These aren’t just cool ideas - they are the tools and takeaways we’ve actually implemented in our Airbnb business over the last month. After listening to this episode you will know a new way to manage/elevate your guest communications, along with a new company that helps Airbnb investors save big bucks in taxes! Stay tuned to learn what new tools we’re using from the STR conference that are saving us time and making our listings stand out from the crowd! Topics discussed in this episode: An AI messaging tool that outperforms us as hosts (seriously) Understanding cost segregation analysis and bonus Airbnb tax depreciation Exactly where you can find a VA already trained on Airbnb and its related plug ins A super cool tool to help you contact other Airbnb hosts The important success component overlooked by most Airbnb hosts - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Airbnb Revenue Management:
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How Incorporating Experiential Design Boosts Your Airbnb Bookings & ROI
09/23/2025
How Incorporating Experiential Design Boosts Your Airbnb Bookings & ROI
Are you afraid to decorate your Airbnb? Does the pressure of needing eye-catching design overwhelm you, even though you know you need it to stand out from your competition? Do you wish there was someone to guide you through the process painlessly? If so, don’t miss this episode where experiential design experts, Heather and Erin of Pink Wall Designs, share how intentional design can literally boost your short-term rental’s rank position and which amenities are worth spending on! After listening to this episode, you will know the importance of amenities and specialty rooms in your Airbnb to help you maximize cash flow and return on investment! Tune in to learn Heather and Erin’s free tech hack to help you find your Airbnb guest avatar along with what that avatar is looking for in a listing! Topics discussed in this episode: What is experiential Airbnb design How experiential design impacts rank position and bookings The tech hack to find your guest avatar before you buy/design The least expensive design element with the biggest impact What to avoid spending lots of money on in your Airbnb How to press the “easy button” on Airbnb design This episode originally aired July 8, 2024 - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Airbnb Revenue Management:
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Demystifying Airbnb Taxes - So You Can File for Maximum Returns
09/17/2025
Demystifying Airbnb Taxes - So You Can File for Maximum Returns
Are you stressed about filing taxes for your Airbnb investment? Do you worry that you might miss out on deductions and exemptions you don’t know about? Do you wish you had expert advice on exactly what to do as an Airbnb investor? If this sounds familiar, you need to listen to this episode where CPA, Tom Castelli, unpacks the short-term rental exemption and where to look on your tax forms to see if you’re receiving the full benefit of depreciation due! After listening to this episode you will know why a tax segregation analysis is essential for most STR investors.and how the STR tax exemption can save you money in taxes now and in the future. Tune in to learn the two questions you can use to qualify a CPA and where to find the ultimate reference for understanding the Short-Term Rental Tax Loophole! Topics discussed in this episode: How depreciation works on Airbnb investment property taxes The passive activity loss rules for short term rental investments How the STR Tax Loophole works for investors (legally) What a cost segregation analysis is and why it is essential for Airbnb investors Why NOT to DIY your short-term rental taxes The ultimate resource for the short-term rental exemption This episode originally aired July 1, 2024 - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram:
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6 Airbnb Design Hacks to Make the Most of Unique Spaces
09/09/2025
6 Airbnb Design Hacks to Make the Most of Unique Spaces
Are you struggling to invest in or decorate an Airbnb property due to weird layouts or finishes? Do you wish you knew how to visualize and change unusual spaces from problems to guest amenities without spending buckets of money? If this sounds familiar, you need to tune in to learn our 6 hacks to “work with the quirk” of your Airbnb property. After listening to this episode, you with know how to transform problem areas into spaces that surprise and delight your guests - or at least camouflage them. Tune in to learn the simple mindset shift that frees you to be creative with your property selections and solutions. Topics discussed in this episode: The surprising low-cost item that adds luxury while camouflaging flaws 6 ways to repurpose unused spaces in your Airbnb to delight guests How to make space where there isn’t any The difference a door can make for room footprints and furniture placement When a strategic furniture purchase is your best option Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Insurance You Need to Protect Your Airbnb
09/02/2025
The Insurance You Need to Protect Your Airbnb
Are you trying to figure out short term rental insurance? Are you clueless about your current policy and worried it’s not enough coverage? Do you wish you had an easy way to get the exact insurance policy you need as an Airbnb host? If so, don’t miss this episode where Darren Nix, the founder of Steadily, shares what changes to your property could cause you not to have insurance coverage and the biggest danger to guard your Airbnb from! After listening to this episode you will know the difference between Aircover and rental property insurance, why not to get an ACV policy for an Airbnb, and how to use Steadily to underwrite a potential investment property. Tune in to learn how Steadily can “automagically” generate a quote for your Airbnb property, and about the latest tech tool that monitors and reports short term rental restrictions in your areas of interest. Topics discussed in this episode: Why Steadily was created to fill the rental property insurance gap The difference between Aircover and STR insurance Why not to use an ACV policy for an Airbnb property The property changes that should trigger you speaking to your insurance company about your policy How to use Steadily to underwrite a potential Airbnb investment The cool new tool that tracks and reports STR restrictions by county Darren’s key piece of advice to make smart investment decisions This episode originally aired November 3, 2024 - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram:
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How a Family Cabin Became an Airbnb Grossing $100,000+
08/26/2025
How a Family Cabin Became an Airbnb Grossing $100,000+
Do you wish you could own a getaway place for your family that covered its mortgage and even cash flowed? Are you curious how it’s possible to run an Airbnb in a different state while you have a full-time job? If this sounds familiar, you need to listen to this episode where Jenny and Bill Kirwan share how the news of an out-of-state grandchild sparked their Airbnb investment journey and led to grossing over $100,000 their first year as hosts! After listening to this episode you will know how important it is to learn local short-term rental regulations before you invest in a property, and why the “feel” of your Airbnb is so important to guest satisfaction. Tune in to learn about the rarely discussed, hidden reward of hosting, and how the Kirwans keep their rental calendar full year-round! Topics discussed in this episode: How to overcome your fears of Airbnb investing How county regulations can impact your Airbnb investment search How to manage a successful Airbnb from another state The importance of designing with guests experience in mind The value of engaging an Airbnb coach This episode was originally recorded October 27, 2024 - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Best Place to Buy or Sell an Airbnb
08/19/2025
The Best Place to Buy or Sell an Airbnb
Do you want to buy an Airbnb and don’t even know where to begin? Do you wish there was a specific place to find short-term rentals for sale and compare them based on their potential earnings? Or are you an Airbnb owner or agent looking to attract short-term rental investors to a property you are selling? If so, don’t miss this episode where Trent Hawthorn, the Chief Product Officer of Rabbu, shares how their free platform helps people find, calculate revenue, and buy Airbnbs that make their lives better, AND how you can grow your real estate business with their tools. After listening to this episode you will know how much data is available for you to dig into to find your perfect investment property. As well as the value of using Rabbu to sell a property to investors that can calculate its potential cash flow and pay you accordingly! Tune in to learn how Rabbu can help you go from “a total newbie” to a completely informed, and confident, Airbnb buyer! Topics discussed in this episode: How to use Rabbu to find a STR property for sale and calculate its revenue potential Why data-drien analysis and decision making are imperative for successful Airbnb investing How the new era of Airbnb benefits both investors and guests The future of the short term rental industry How to grow your real estate business with Airbnb investor clients and/or attract investors to a property that you are selling This episode was originally recorded October 21, 2024 - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Facebook:
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How to Succeed as Airbnb Investors While Juggling 3 Kids & 2 Jobs
08/12/2025
How to Succeed as Airbnb Investors While Juggling 3 Kids & 2 Jobs
Do you dream about owning your own Airbnb? Are you afraid you’re too busy with life and family to become an investor? Do you wish you could learn from someone in a life stage like you who succeeded? If so, If so, don’t miss this episode where the Kellers share how they went from dream to Airbnb reality while juggling two full-time jobs and 3 kids under the age of 6!! After listening to this episode, you will know the Keller’s advice for how to save money as you prepare an Airbnb for market, and how important it is to involve your family and friends in the process. Tune in to learn how you can get over your fears and get started on your own investing journey! Topics discussed in this episode: How to get over your fears and start your Airbnb investing journey The importance of self-education before you begin investing What to expect when it comes to setting timelines for completion and launch The sacrifices to anticipate when preparing your Airbnb for market How to incorporate fun for family members helping with your project The hidden joy of being an Airbnb host Why you should involve your first few guests in selecting amenities How to save money as you outfit your Airbnb - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Facebook:
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How to Find Your Perfect Airbnb Market for Maximum Cash Flow
08/05/2025
How to Find Your Perfect Airbnb Market for Maximum Cash Flow
Are you looking for a way to generate cash flow outside of your current job? Have you thought about Airbnb investing, but been afraid to choose the wrong place in the wrong market and lose your hard-earned money? Do you wish there was a “silver bullet” to feel truly confident in making a short-term rental investment? If so, you need to listen to this episode where we share our exact system for finding your “where," drilling down into the hard market data, and knowing BEFORE you ever invest how much money a property can cash flow. After listening to this podcast, you’ll understand exactly how to find a profitable Airbnb market near you. You’ll also learn which software we use to find and make our investment decisions, and the ideal size of market to reap the largest return on your investment. Tune in to learn how to be confident in finding and making an Airbnb investment that will cash flow! Topics discussed in this episode: How to begin looking for an Airbnb market The ideal size of a market/town/area for maximum return on investment What free platform to use to begin learning more about a marketWhich free software gives you hard data on the location, nightly pricing, and occupancy of other Airbnbs in your market of interest. How much you can expect a property to gross based on top-line revenue This episode was originally recorded November 20th, 2023 Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Essential Tool for Making Data-Driven Decisions to Improve Your Airbnb’s Earnings & Ranking
07/29/2025
The Essential Tool for Making Data-Driven Decisions to Improve Your Airbnb’s Earnings & Ranking
Do you feel like you’re missing a piece of the Airbnb success puzzle? Do you wish you had an easy way to understand exactly how your property was ranking according to the Airbnb algorithm and what you should change to get more bookings? If so, don’t miss this episode where Kelvin Mah, the founder of Rank Breeze, shares his secret weapon for making data-driven decisions about listing changes, the 3 facets of short term rental success, and 3 specific things to adjust to boost engagement with your Airbnb’s listing to fill your calendar and bank account! a Topics discussed in this episode: The 3 facets of STR success The software that allows you to peek into the “black box” of the Airbnb algorithm What 3 things to adjust to boost your Airbnb’s click-through rates Exactly how long to test a change to your listing Why you should keep your prices high this summer This episode originally aired June 24, 2024 - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Facebook:
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How to Make Half Your Salary with One Airbnb Investment
07/22/2025
How to Make Half Your Salary with One Airbnb Investment
Are you considering Airbnb investing, but you’re scared that you don’t know what you’re doing? Do you want to find a new income stream to change your life or lifestyle? Do you wish you had a real-life example of other new investors succeeding on their very first investment? If so, you need to listen to this episode where Gaby and Ricky Hoover share how they turned a rundown house into an Airbnb in three months, AND made $50,000+ in their first year - as newlyweds! Tune in to learn how little time is needed to run a successful Airbnb once you launch it, along with the Hoovers advice on what to do, and not to do, from their first investment experience! After listening, you will know why the risk of Airbnb investing is well worth the rewards you reap financially and emotionally as a couple. Topics discussed in this episode: How to make more money without sacrificing all of your free time Why Airbnbs are an ideal investment for setting yourself up financially How to get over the fears blocking you from taking the leap into Airbnb investing How to build your internal filter to select the right property to purchase. How to gross over $50,000 by working 2-4 hours a week - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Facebook:
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Our Secret 10 Minute Airbnb Hack to Create Repeat Guest Bookings
07/15/2025
Our Secret 10 Minute Airbnb Hack to Create Repeat Guest Bookings
Do you wish you could get more of your guests to book repeat stays? Are you overwhelmed by the thought of building a separate website to market your Airbnb? Do you wish there was an easy way to do guest marketing to fill your calendar and bank account? If so, this episode is for you! Today we’re sharing our secret hack for leveraging technology you already use to automate guest marketing, increase bookings, and feed the Airbnb algorithm so you stay on page one of search results. Tune in to learn how you can work smarter, not harder, on generating repeat guest bookings in less than 10 minutes! Topics discussed in this episode: Why you DO NOT need a direct-booking website The rarely discussed issues that come with taking direct bookings How to use software you already have to automate guest marketing on Airbnb Exactly which 3 messages to send to successfully secure repeat guest bookings This episode originally aired June 17, 2024 - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Facebook:
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How to Win the Battle for Next Gen Bookings so Your Airbnb Prospers with WhimStay
07/08/2025
How to Win the Battle for Next Gen Bookings so Your Airbnb Prospers with WhimStay
Do you wonder what changes you should be anticipating in the Airbnb market? Are you anxious about how open your rental calendar is next month? Do you wish you had expert advice to help you invest in the right market, or know what to do to maximize your profits? If so, you need to listen to this episode, where Alex Alioto of Whimstay breaks down the rapid changes happening in the short-term rental industry along with the new and different ways the next generation of travelers are booking. Tune in to learn exactly what you need to embrace as an Airbnb investor to ride the wave to financial success. Topics discussed in this episode: Understanding the next gen mindset on bookings and vacations How Whimstay helps you book near-term openings The #1 amenity you need to have in your STR Where to invest for maximum return on your investment Why the Nordstrom Rack model applies to your Airbnb calendar The increasing importance of local recommendations and experiences as you compete against hotels for bookings - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Facebook:
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How You Can Win the Airbnb Amenity Race Against Your Competition
07/01/2025
How You Can Win the Airbnb Amenity Race Against Your Competition
Do you wish you knew what amenities were most important for success as an Airbnb investor? Are you looking for design and renovation direction with your STR? Would it be amazing to have an expert completely design, renovate, and furnish your next investment or at least know what they would suggest? If so, don’t miss this episode where Mark Lumpkin of STR cribs shares from his experience setting up more than 500 short-term rentals, how the use of Airbnbs has changed over time. Tune in to learn the most important aspects of Airbnb design for standing out in your market, as well as the most desirable amenities you can put into your Airbnb to increase bookings and guest satisfaction. Topics discussed in this episode: The changing guest expectation for Airbnb use How to appeal to the largest traveling demographic in the U.S. The least expensive amenity that gives you the biggest bang for your buck The most important room to renovate in an Airbnb 3 expert tips for setting up your first short-term rental The one amenity that will make your Airbnb the most desirable in your market This episode originally aired June 10, 2024 - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Facebook:
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Successful Airbnb Investing Hack: Leverage the 4 Ps of Marketing
06/24/2025
Successful Airbnb Investing Hack: Leverage the 4 Ps of Marketing
Do you ever wish you had a business background to help you with your Airbnb decisions? Would having a proven system for success help you feel more confident as an investor? If this sounds familiar, this episode is for you! Today, we’re guiding you through the 4 Ps of marketing and how they specifically apply to Airbnbs, so you can make educated decisions and fast-track the success of your investment property. Tune in to learn the “MBA way” to make decisions and maximize the potential of your Airbnb investment! Topics discussed in this episode: What your “product” is as an Airbnb host How nightly pricing impacts your listing rank, bookings, and bank account How to use key parts of your Airbnb listing to promote your space to its fullest potential The importance of choosing and mastering the right OTA for your short-term rental This episode originally aired June 3, 2024 - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Facebook:
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How to Find an Outstanding Airbnb Housekeeper AND Control Your Second-Largest Monthly Expense
06/17/2025
How to Find an Outstanding Airbnb Housekeeper AND Control Your Second-Largest Monthly Expense
Are you concerned that you won’t be able to find a housekeeper for your Airbnb? Do you worry that you’re paying too much in cleaning fees? Do you wish someone could give you the straight scoop on the best way to find great talent at reasonable prices? If so, this episode is for you! Today we’re sharing our 5 proven ways to find an outstanding housekeeper, how to qualify the right person, our cleaning fee matrix, and the best way to empower them to create a 5-star environment for your guests. After listening, you will know how to manage your second highest monthly expense by employing an individual instead of a company, and our matrix for appropriate payment and management. Topics discussed in this episode: 5 proven ways to find an Airbnb housekeeper The 2nd largest monthly Airbnb expense you can control Why to hire an individual over a cleaning company Tips for interviewing and qualifying a potential Airbnb housekeeper Our housekeeper payment matrix Tips for empowering your housekeeper to create 5-star stays every turnover - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Facebook:
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How to Use AI and Hospitable to Save Time as an Airbnb Host
06/10/2025
How to Use AI and Hospitable to Save Time as an Airbnb Host
Are you looking for a way to increase your bookings and guest satisfaction? Do you wish there was a way to spend less time messaging your guests and managing their stays? If so, don’t miss this episode with Miles Hobson, the head of marketing at Hospitable. He shares ways you can use technology to save 16 hours a month on hosting responsibilities. Tune in to learn how AI is transforming guest messaging and Miles’ best advice for new Airbnb investors! Topics discussed in this episode: The host problem Hospitable was created to solve How to use Hospitable to save time, improve guest satisfaction & be a better host How AI is changing the way hosts and guests communicate Why embracing new technology is key to success as an Airbnb investor This episode originally aired 5/27/24 - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Facebook:
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8 Things You Need to Know to Launch Your Airbnb Successfully
06/03/2025
8 Things You Need to Know to Launch Your Airbnb Successfully
Are you getting ready to launch your first Airbnb and wonder what you need to know? Are you anxious that you’ll do too many or too few improvements? Do you feel like your property will never be ready and you need a timeline? If so, this episode is for you! Today we’re reflecting on the lessons learned from launching our 12th Airbnb so you can move forward more confidently with launching yours! After listening to this episode, you will have the wisdom you need to create accurate Airbnb launch expectations, forecast your carrying costs, and ensure your Airbnb is guest-ready when you go live! Topics discussed in this episode: How your season of life and the actual season impacts your launch timeline Understanding Airbnb carrying costs pre-launch Setting timeline expectations Which Airbnb amenities to prioritize How to find whatever you need/overcome the problem blocking you Why photo ready does not mean guest ready - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Facebook:
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The 8 Tech Tools You Need to Use to Achieve Maximum Airbnb Success
05/27/2025
The 8 Tech Tools You Need to Use to Achieve Maximum Airbnb Success
Do you wonder if successful Airbnb investors have tools and systems in place that you don’t know about? Are you looking for solutions to time-consuming tasks you may experience as a host? Would you like to work smarter and not harder on your investment? If so, this episode is for you! Today we are pulling back the curtain and sharing the exact tools that we use to streamline our processes for managing our 12 Airbnb properties. Tune in to learn about the different softwares that help automate maximizing our occupancy and profits across the portfolio so you know specifically how to set up a tech stack to save time and make more money on your Airbnb investments! Topics discussed in this episode: Why tech stacks are essential to investor success The 8 tools/software we use & how they benefit our Airbnb business How technology/software can save you thousands of dollars in co-host or management fees - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Facebook:
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How to Unlock Your IRA Funds to Build Wealth Through Tax-Free Airbnb Income
05/20/2025
How to Unlock Your IRA Funds to Build Wealth Through Tax-Free Airbnb Income
Are you feeling uncomfortable with the economy and turbulent stock market? Do you wish you had money to invest in a tangible asset with returns that YOU could control? If so, this episode is for you! Adam Bergman, a self-directed IRA Expert who has helped over 25,000 clients invest over 4 billion dollars of retirement funds into alternative assets - unpacks the 3 easy steps to invest IRA funds into an Airbnb so you can generate tax-free returns that are not dependent on Wall Street. Topics discussed in this episode: How to unlock your retirement money to generate tax-free returns and control your future The 3 easy steps to invest IRA funds into an Airbnb How to diversify your retirement savings out of Wall Street and economic turbulence How to generate Airbnb income that is tax free The wealth-building strategy of tax-free Airbnb income and compounding returns in a ROTH IRA How to attain a sense of comfort and control by moving your IRA investments out of an unpredictable stock market The blended portfolio model of investing in cash-flowing Airbnbs AND wealth-building Airbnbs How to legally skirt Unrelated Business Income Tax on an Airbnb investment - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Facebook:
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How to Strategically Build Airbnb Wealth and Design a Life You Love with Legendary STR Investor Bill Faeth
05/13/2025
How to Strategically Build Airbnb Wealth and Design a Life You Love with Legendary STR Investor Bill Faeth
Are you thinking about investing in an Airbnb, but are worried that it’s the wrong time or you don’t know what you’re doing? Are you dying to generate cash flow that allows you to lead a life that you love? Do you wish you could get expert advice from an industry leader? If these questions sound familiar, this episode is for you! Bill Faeth, an investor who turned a $126,000 short-term rental property into a $23 million dollar portfolio, shares his best method for generating cash flow with Airbnbs, and why you must treat your property as a business to be successful. After listening you will know what Bill learned from buying and selling 73 short-term rentals to build wealth and the three things that build any business. Tune in to learn the value of attending the STR Wealth Conference, and Bill’s best hack for getting the most out of the event! Topics discussed in this episode: The 3 things you need to do to build your Airbnb business Why NOW is the best time to buy a short-term rental property How to generate maximum cash flow from your Airbnb The exact time to look for an investing mentor Why you need a life plan to ensure and amplify your success (especially as a couple) Bill’s hack to get the most out of the Short Term Rental Wealth Conference - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Facebook:
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How to Find & Finance Airbnb Amenities that Pay for Themselves
05/06/2025
How to Find & Finance Airbnb Amenities that Pay for Themselves
Are you afraid that if you invest your savings in an Airbnb you won’t be able to afford to decorate and add amazing amenities? Do you wish there was an “easy button” for transforming your current property into the market leader? Would you stress less about investing in Airbnb amenities if you had market-specific data to know what would yield the highest return on your investment? If so, this episode is for YOU! Mark Lumpkin, of STR Cribs, is sharing an incredible new decor and amenity funding option, as well as the #1 opportunity in your short-term rental to increase revenue and return on investment! After listening, you will know how to underwrite potential amenities and the expensive amenity that surprisingly does not bring in more revenue. Tune in to learn an easy way to set up a successful out-of-state Airbnb property - even if you are a busy working professional. Topics discussed in this episode: How to find financing for Airbnb decor and amenities The opportunity in your STR guaranteed to increase revenue and ROI How to easily decorate and set up a successful, out-of-state Airbnb The high-dollar amenity that does not bring in revenue How and why to underwrite potential amenities The easy way to select market-specific amenities that will make your listing a top performer and potentially double your revenue - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Facebook:
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How to Capitalize on the Mid Term Rental Opportunity with Angela Healy
04/29/2025
How to Capitalize on the Mid Term Rental Opportunity with Angela Healy
Are you curious about mid-term rental investing? Are you afraid you don’t know how to find the perfect property or guests? Do changes in your market make you wish you could learn from a successful mid-term rental investor’s real-life experiences? If so, don’t miss this episode where we’re unpacking all things mid-term rental with Angela Healy, of Avenue West. Her company manages over 500 mid term rentals across the United States! After listening, you will know the benefits of mid-term rental investing, what size properties are in demand, and the simple amenity that drives occupancy rates. Tune in to understand how mid-term rentals can help you side-step state or city regulations, and the situations where a mid-term rental can make more than a short-term rental. Topics discussed in this episode: Why mid-term rentals are the “sweet spot” for real estate investors The ideal size, location, and amenities for a successful mid term rental Which platforms to use to find the best guests The simple amenity that drives higher occupancy rates How mid-term rentals can help Airbnb investors side-step city regulations The market scenario where a mid-term rental can gross more than a STR The biggest mistake to avoid when setting up your mid-term rental - CONNECT WITH THE HOST COACHES - Our Airbnb Advice Blog, Classes & Coaching: Instagram: Facebook:
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