Episode 181 - Living the Dream Nomad Life and Investing Internationally with Daniel Rusteen of OptimizeMyBnb.com

In this latest episode, dive into an insightful conversation with Daniel Rusteen, the founder of OptimizeMyBnb.com and the bestselling author of "Optimize YOUR Bnb: The Definitive Guide to Ranking #1 in Airbnb Search." His unique perspective comes from his experience as a former Airbnb employee, a current Superhost, a full-time Airbnb guest, and a short-term rental investor and property manager. From escaping the dreaded 9-5 grind to establishing his own property management business, which he manages from anywhere in the world, Daniel's story inspires entrepreneurs and investors who want more out of life!

Throughout the episode, don’t miss out on the practical tips and strategies on optimizing Airbnb listings for maximum profitability, gathering data for selecting markets to invest in, and navigating the complexities of international real estate investments. 

One of the episode’s key takeaways is Daniel’s emphasis on vetting and analyzing real estate deals, especially with the fluctuating regulations across different US cities. His insights into forecasting the future of Airbnb and adapting to evolving market dynamics are a must-have for hosts looking to stay ahead of the curve. Beyond his Airbnb management expertise, our guest today shares glimpses into his extraordinary travel nomad lifestyle, having lived in over 50 cities and exclusively stayed in Airbnb for over 1,000 nights.

Whether you're a seasoned host or just starting, this episode of Invest2FI is perfect for anyone looking to elevate their Airbnb game and achieve financial freedom through smart investments and optimized property management strategies!

PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:
[5:54] Daniel’s Financial Independence Journey
[10:29] Escaping The 9-5 Dread
[15:00] Starting His Own Property Management Business
 [22:29] What to Know as an Airbnb Manager
[25:29] Optimizing Your Airbnb Listing
[31:19] On Gathering Data for Choosing Markets 
[33:54] Buying International Real Estate Properties
[43:22] Vetting and Analyzing Real Estate Deals
[50:14] Regulations in Different US Cities
[54:59] Forecasting the Future of Airbnb
[59:06] Daniel’s Extraordinary Travel Nomad Lifestyle
[1:05:14] His Best Piece of Advice

HOSTS   
Craig Curelop   
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefiguy   
📘 Book: https://store.biggerpockets.com/products/the-house-hacking-strategy   
🏘️ Buy Real Estate: https://bit.ly/3V3QDze   

Chad Rocke
💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadrockerealtorinvestor/ 
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/da_rock_22/ 
🏘️ Work with Chad: https://www.thefiteam.com/team/chad-rocke/ 

GUEST
Daniel Rusteen of OptimizemyBnb.com
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/dannybooboo0/ 
💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrusteen 
💻 Website: https://optimizemyairbnb.com/ 
💻Personal Website: https://dannybooboo.com/ 
🎧 Youtube: https://youtube.com/@dannybooboo 
📱Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danielrusteen 
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