From corporate cubicle to boutique hotel developer—this is how you flip the script.

In this episode, Rich sits down with Mike Demson, a former Airbnb employee who walked away from the W-2 grind to build a portfolio of boutique hotels. From spotting undervalued properties to designing experiences travelers actually crave, Mike breaks down how he’s turning his insider knowledge of Airbnb into long-term wealth in hospitality.

They cover:

Why Mike left Airbnb to go all-in on boutique hotels
The one thing travelers want most (and most investors miss)
How to finance, reposition, and scale boutique stays
Why creating community is more profitable than chasing comps
Where the next wave of unique stays is happening right now

If you’ve ever dreamed of trading short-term rentals for something bigger, this is your roadmap.

Let’s get into it.

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