Best Str Tech Podcasts (2025)

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Pet Screening 101 for Vacation Rentals | John Bradford + Mike Shytle 36:21

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Ever wondered what it really takes to make a vacation rental truly pet-friendly—and profitable? 🐾 In this episode, we sit down with John Bradford and Mike Shytle from Petscreening to unpack the world of pet screening and what it means for both hosts and guests. We dive into how hosts can build trust with pet-loving travelers while navigating the pr…

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006: Can Revenue and Operations Work as One? Breezeway & PriceLabs CEOs Redefine STR Technology 54:21

3h ago54:21

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Two systems drive every property management company: revenue and operations. For years, they’ve worked in silos. But what happens when they finally connect? In this episode, Simon Lehmann brings together Jeremy Gall, Founder and CEO at Breezeway, and Richie Khandelwal, Co-founder at PriceLabs, to explore how smarter data, clearer demand signals, an…

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The Airbnb Holiday Playbook: How Top Hosts Prepare for the Big 3 13:18

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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 houseke…

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Seneca Mullins discusses AFL's venue-owned DAS strategy 18:37

6d ago18:37

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A year after acquiring DAS Group Professionals (DGP), one of the top providers of design and strategy for big-stadium cellular networks, global telecommunications firm America Fujikura Ltd. (AFL) is seeking to make more of a public name for itself as it advances its venue-owned DAS strategy.Joining us today on the Stadium Tech Report podcast is Sen…

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We Transformed a Boring Office Into a Modern Airbnb for 42 Guests (Booked SOLID) | Andrew Llewellyn 39:16

7d ago39:16

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What happens when an ice cream shop owner decides to reinvent hospitality in the heart of bourbon country? 🍨🥃 In this episode, we sit down with Andrew Llewellyn, the creative force behind some of Louisville’s most exciting group-focused short-term rentals. From transforming forgotten commercial buildings into stylish hangout destinations to curatin…

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005: Behind the Scenes of Guesty’s Rise to Global PMS Powerhouse with Amiad Soto, Co-founder & CEO 51:43

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Amiad Soto is the co-founder and CEO of Guesty, one of the most recognized property management software platforms in the short-term rental industry. His journey started in Tel Aviv, where he and his brother Koby launched the company more than a decade ago, before taking it through Y Combinator in Silicon Valley. Under his leadership, Guesty has gro…

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How a $10 AI Tool Handles 95% of Your Airbnb Guests (So You Don't Have To) 20:54

2d ago20:54

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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 …

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How to Pick a Profitable Airbnb Using Data, Not Luck 21:38

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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 …

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He Left Tech Sales to Run Airbnbs (and Undercoat Cars?) | Morgan Steir 42:26

14d ago42:26

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Ever wondered what it takes to leave a tech career and build a thriving short-term rental business? In this episode, Morgan Steir joins me to share his journey from tech sales to managing a successful lakeside cabin in New Hampshire. Hear his honest insights on self-managing rentals, launching a home services franchise, and mastering everything fro…

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004: Inside the OTA Playbook: Carl Shepherd on HomeAway, Airbnb Fees & Booking’s Rise to Power 1:01:50

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Carl Shepherd is the Co-Founder of HomeAway, the marketplace that helped define the modern short-term rental industry. Before Airbnb became a household name, Carl and his co-founder Brian Sharples built HomeAway into a global platform that changed how people rent and manage vacation homes. The company went public in 2011 and was later acquired by E…

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Big Mistake - NEVER Skip Professional Photos for Your Airbnb | Kaylee DeCollibus 34:29

21d ago34:29

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What makes some short-term rental listings instantly irresistible while others get scrolled past? 🎥 Join us and real estate photographer Kaylee DeCollibus as we dive into the secret sauce of standout listings — professional photos! Discover how eye-catching imagery goes beyond first impressions to shape guest experience, drive bookings, and capture…

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003: Why Has Nobody Built a Truly Global STR Operator? Inside the Real Challenges of Scale with Forge Group, Casago, and MadeComfy 56:44

22d ago56:44

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Every major player in short-term rentals has chased the idea of building a truly global operator. None have cracked it. In this panel, Simon Lehmann brings together three leaders shaping the next phase of professionalization: Graham Donoghue (Forge Group, UK), Steve Schwab (Casago, US), and Quirin Schwaighofer (MadeComfy, Australia). Together they …

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The Secret That Scaled 70+ Airbnbs 18:22

17d ago18:22

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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 VA…

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Stop DIY Bookkeeping for Your Airbnb Business! | Ben Coons 36:11

28d ago36:11

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In this episode, we sit down with Ben Koons from Keystone Bookkeepers to unpack the unique challenges of managing finances in the short-term rental world. From early days of DIY spreadsheets to implementing professional systems, they explore what it takes to build scalable, stress-free bookkeeping practices for growing portfolios. Jason and Ben als…

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002: How Brian Egan Built Evolve Into a Profitable Short-Term Rental Business & What’s Next for Vacation Rentals 57:25

29d ago57:25

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Brian Egan is the Co-Founder and CEO of Evolve, a Denver-based hospitality company with a mission to become the most trusted brand in vacation rental. Since launching Evolve in 2011 alongside Adam Sherry, Brian has grown the company to support over 35,000 properties and more than $5 billion in rental revenue. If you're navigating the complexities o…

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How to Convert a Long-Term Rental into an Airbnb to Triple Your Cashflow 11:25

29d ago11:25

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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 incr…

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What AirDNA’s Chief Economist Actually Invests In (Short-Term Rental Picks) | Jamie Lane 44:04

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How to Attract Conscious Travelers to Your Airbnb 12:50

1M ago12:50

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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…

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001: 6 Hot Takes on the Future and Growing Pains of Short-Term Rentals with Simon Lehmann 16:00

1M ago16:00

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“Short-term rental is mainstream hospitality. It makes up 14% of global hospitality. And mainstream industries must operate by a different set of rules.” — Simon Lehmann The short-term rental industry is at a turning point. Regulation is tightening, OTAs are shifting power, and owners are demanding more transparency. Technology and AI promise effic…

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STR Global Unlocked with Simon Lehmann | Official Podcast Trailer 1:58

1M ago1:58

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STR Global Unlocked is the podcast built to say what others won’t. Hosted by Simon Lehmann, one of the most trusted voices in the global STR space, every episode takes on the hard questions shaping property management, STR tech, investment, and hospitality such as: Is regulation now existential for STR? Are OTAs making operators fragile? Will short…

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How a Full-Time ICU Nurse Built a MIND-BLOWING 20-Unit Airbnb Biz | Jeremy Rosen 39:01

1M ago39:01

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What happens when an ICU nurse brings his heart for care into the world of short-term rentals? In this episode, we sit down with Jeremy Rosen, who’s turned his passion for helping people into a thriving business managing over 20 properties—all while still working hospital shifts. He shares how compassion, clear systems, and smart tech have helped h…

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6 Game-Changing Airbnb Tools & Takeaways from The STR Rental Conference 15:13

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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 id…

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Inside the Midterm Rental Movement (It’s Not Just Traveling Medical Pros) | Katie Lyon 39:51

2M ago39:51

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Is the future of hosting all about midterm rentals? In this episode, we chat with Katie Lyon from Furnished Finder to uncover why midterm stays are gaining major traction—and why they’re no longer just for travel nurses. From contractors and relocating families to corporate nomads, a whole new wave of guests is looking for furnished, flexible housi…

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How Incorporating Experiential Design Boosts Your Airbnb Bookings & ROI 14:50

1M ago14:50

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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 Design…

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Demystifying Airbnb Taxes - So You Can File for Maximum Returns 18:15

2M ago18:15

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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 exem…

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I Bought This 400 sq ft Condo for $1M… Now It Pays for 2 Homes (STR Reality) | Kareem Sanjaghi 42:42

2M ago42:42

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Ever wonder how a beachfront condo in Provincetown could become a gold mine? In this episode, we sit down with Kareem Sanjaghi—Prideaway Stays’ very first client—to hear how he went from mortgage officer to full-time musician and savvy real estate investor. Kareem shares the story behind his short-term rental success, the importance of location in …

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My Airbnb Ops Were Complete Chaos... Until I Did THIS | Michael Dinwiddie 37:08

2M ago37:08

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What if one tool could organize your entire short-term rental business—and actually give you your time back? In this episode, we sit down with hospitality veteran turned systems expert Michael Dinwiddie to talk about the real-world challenges of managing short-term rentals and how the right systems can transform your operation from chaos to calm. M…

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6 Airbnb Design Hacks to Make the Most of Unique Spaces 13:25

2M ago13:25

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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…

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Why I Stopped Trusting Airbnb Alone for Last-Minute Bookings (and did THIS) | Alex Alioto 31:36

2M ago31:36

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Can Last-Minute Bookings Actually Boost Your STR Revenue? Last-minute bookings aren’t just a backup plan anymore—they’re becoming a key revenue strategy for short-term rental hosts. In this episode, we sit down with Alex Alioto, co-founder of Whimstay, about how shifting traveler behavior—especially among Gen Z and millennials—is reshaping the way …

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The Insurance You Need to Protect Your Airbnb 18:24

2M ago18:24

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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 …

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Quitting My Job for Short-Term Rentals (Everything I Learned) | Jake Martin 36:08

3M ago36:08

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What does it really take to break free from the 9-to-5 and build a thriving short-term rental business? In this episode, We sit down with Jake Martin, a former corporate professional who left the security of his W2 job to chase a different kind of success—one built on freedom, flexibility, and financial independence. Jake opens up about the real st…

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How a Family Cabin Became an Airbnb Grossing $100,000+ 16:21

2M ago16:21

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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 spa…

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Traveling the World With Kids While Running Rentals? It's Possible! (Here's How) | Adrienne Green 34:11

3M ago34:11

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What if you could run a thriving real estate business from anywhere in the world—without ever setting foot in most of your properties? In this episode, we sit down with Adrienne Green, a savvy real estate investor who turned house hacking into a passport for full-time travel with her family. She shares how she built rock-solid systems, empowered vi…

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The Best Place to Buy or Sell an Airbnb 12:36

3M ago12:36

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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 H…

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How I Turned Ghost Town Casitas Into a Brand (Not Just an Airbnb) | Coleman Davis 33:27

3M ago33:27

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What does it take to turn a remote West Texas ghost town into an Instagram-worthy short-term rental experience? In this episode, discover how a former NYC creative director brought his branding expertise to the desert to create the cinematic Ghost Town Casitas. Learn how storytelling, design, and photography come together to craft rentals that offe…

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How to Succeed as Airbnb Investors While Juggling 3 Kids & 2 Jobs 18:19

3M ago18:19

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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 u…

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How a Tech Sales Guy Built an Airbnb Business on Cape Cod (Unfiltered) | Matt Cutler 43:01

3M ago43:01

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Ever wondered what it really takes to leave your 9–5 and build a successful short-term rental business on Cape Cod? 🌊🏡 In this episode, we sit down with Matt Cutler, who made the bold leap from a traditional W2 career to creating a thriving STR operation in one of New England’s most iconic vacation destinations. Matt pulls back the curtain on the e…

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How to Find Your Perfect Airbnb Market for Maximum Cash Flow 15:22

3M ago15:22

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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 th…

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From Fired to 31 Short-Term Rentals - MyBrokerMatt’s FULL Playbook | Matt McCall-Stillman 44:13

4M ago44:13

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What does it take to walk away from a high-paying corporate job and build a 50+ property short-term rental empire? In this episode, I sit down with real estate investor and coach Matt McCall Stillman, along with attorney and legal expert Rory Gill, for a powerful conversation about what it really takes to succeed in the short-term rental world. We …

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The Essential Tool for Making Data-Driven Decisions to Improve Your Airbnb's Earnings & Ranking 15:35

3M ago15:35

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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 …

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How I Grew to 11 STRs in Months (Full Breakdown) | Chachi Horgan 56:16

4M ago56:16

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Ever wonder what it really takes to pack up your life, move to a new city, and build a short-term rental business from scratch? In this episode, We sat down with my friend Chachi Horgan — a former real estate agent from Maine who took a leap, moved to Florida, and built Roam Ready Vacation Rentals, scaling to 11 properties in less than two years. W…

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How to Make Half Your Salary with One Airbnb Investment 16:49

4M ago16:49

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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…

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How Prideaway Stays Became Provincetown's #1 Airbnb Host | Ethan Sobel + Jason Muth 51:45

4M ago51:45

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Can a side hustle built on friendship and a love of travel become something bigger? Join Jason Muth, Rory Gill, and Ethan Sobel as they share the real story behind Prideaway Stays, their co-hosting venture in Provincetown. From a family dream of owning a Cape home to building a guest-first rental brand, this episode dives into the heart of short-te…

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Our Secret 10 Minute Airbnb Hack to Create Repeat Guest Bookings 12:31

4M ago12:31

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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…

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After 450+ Real Estate Deals, I Finally Bought My 1st Airbnb (HERE'S WHY) | Jeremy Beland 37:02

4M ago37:02

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What if your best-performing Airbnb was sitting just a mile away—and you almost missed it? In this episode, we talk with Jeremy Beland, a real estate investor who made the leap from wholesaling to building a killer short-term rental portfolio in Port St. Lucie, Florida. He shares how one overlooked pocket became home to his top-performing property—…

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How to Win the Battle for Next Gen Bookings so Your Airbnb Prospers with WhimStay 19:49

4M ago19:49

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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…

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Airbnb, Family, and the Life I Never Had While Working a Corporate Job | Fouad Bazzi 44:18

4M ago44:18

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What if your real estate business was designed to serve your life — not run it? In this episode, we chat with Fouad Bazzi, a former banker who left the corporate world to build a thriving short-term rental business centered around freedom, family, and purpose. He shares how he scaled his operations, mentors the next generation (including his own ki…

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How You Can Win the Airbnb Amenity Race Against Your Competition 15:45

4M ago15:45

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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 …

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Shane Hague discusses Solid’s new focus on the U.S. stadium DAS market 17:50

5M ago17:50

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Joining us today on the Stadium Tech Report podcast is Shane Hague, senior vice president of sales and business development for Solid, who will talk about where Solid has been and where it is going from a technology and provider standpoint. With a wide product portfolio and some success stories in complex environments like transportation systems, S…

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The TRUTH About Airbnbs in Opportunity Zones (AMAZING Tax Benefits) | Ashley Tison 33:31

5M ago33:31

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What if your next real estate deal could help you eliminate capital gains taxes—while building a thriving short-term rental business? In this episode, tax strategist Ashley Tison dives into the powerful world of Opportunity Zones and how investors can use them to unlock huge tax advantages. These zones aren't just distressed areas—they include beac…