Short Term Rental Secrets Podcast Ep 264 - The Truth About STR Investing Abroad with Fabio Moro
Everyone wants a piece of the global STR market — but most will lose money doing it.
Fabio Moro reveals the brutal truths of running short-term rentals in Italy, and what it really takes to survive in a shifting STR landscape.
• Why most foreign investors get crushed in Italy
• The systems you must have to manage remotely
• What happens when the STR gold rush slows down
• How to protect your properties from market shifts
• Lessons from building a sustainable business, not a gamble
00:01:11 – How Fabio Started Investing in Italy From Abroad
00:03:45 – Finding and Trusting the Right Local Partners
00:06:20 – Turning Old Properties Into Luxury Short-Term Rentals
00:09:42 – Why Italy Is a Hidden Gem for STR Investing
00:12:55 – The Real Costs of Renovating in a Foreign Market
00:16:28 – Remote Management Systems That Actually Work
00:20:12 – Designing Guest Experiences That Command Higher Rates
00:23:40 – Due Diligence and Financial Discipline in STR Investing
00:28:10 – Scaling With Intent: Quality Over Quantity
00:32:02 – The End Goal: Freedom, Culture, and Sustainable Growth
Guest Bio:
Formerly a Partner at a major commodity trading firm with ventures spanning the US and Asia, Fabio now channels his international experience into developing distinctive villas and hospitality projects in Italy, guided by a vision of understated luxury, design and local authenticity
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