The Cohost Bros
Matthew Codd & Austin Spitzenberger
The Cohost Bros Podcast is where short-term rental operators, property managers, and entrepreneurs come to learn how to build freedom through hospitality.Hosted by Matt Codd and Austin Spitzenberger, two proven STR operators who’ve built thriving co-hosting and management businesses across Texas and beyond, the show dives deep into real strategies, systems, and stories from the frontlines of the vacation rental industry.Each week, you’ll hear from top-performing hosts, investors, and industry leaders on topics like: 🏡 Scaling your STR business 💰 Building financial freedom through real estate ⚙️ Automating operations and guest experience 📈 Marketing, branding, and direct booking strategies 🧠 Mindset, leadership, and lifestyle designWhether you’re managing one property or one hundred, you’ll learn how to scale smarter, grow faster, and reclaim your time.🎧 Subscribe and follow the show — new episodes every week.
Episodes
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Jun 5, 2024 • 9min
20-cohost tip of the week-security cameras
Austin talks about the do's and don'ts when implementing security cameras in your short term rental. Follow the show! Like and subscribe!Instagram - @cohostbrosFacebook - @cohostbrosYouTube - @cohostbrosTik Tok - @cohost.brosFollow MattInstagram @creativecoddsTik Tok @creativecoddsFacebook @matt.codd.3Follow AustinFacebook - @austin.spitzenburgerInstagram - @austin_spitzzTik Tok - @austin_spitzz
Jun 2, 2024 • 1h
19-The power of 10 w/Parker Borofsky
Parker is a STR mortgage lending specialist and a real estate investor. She owns several STR's and can help get you approved for a loan! Parker discusses all things mortgage lending with us and explains the power of 10. You can contact Parker at www.wealthbuildersmortgagegroup.comFollow the show! Like and subscribe!Instagram - @cohostbrosFacebook - @cohostbrosYouTube - @cohostbrosTik Tok - @cohost.brosFollow MattInstagram @creativecoddsTik Tok @creativecoddsFacebook @matt.codd.3Follow AustinFacebook - @austin.spitzenburgerInstagram - @austin_spitzzTik Tok - @austin_spitzz
May 23, 2024 • 35min
18-Q and A
Austin and Matt dive into your questions. All things short-term rental and more! To submit a question, DM us, the co-host bros page, or comment on one of our YouTube videos! Please contact us if you want to be on the show. You can follow/DM us at the links below.Follow the show! Like and subscribe!Instagram - @cohostbrosFacebook - @cohostbrosYouTube - @cohostbrosTik Tok - @cohost.brosFollow MattInstagram @creativecoddsTik Tok @creativecoddsFacebook @matt.codd.3Follow AustinFacebook - @austin.spitzenburgerInstagram - @austin_spitzzTik Tok - @austin_spitzz
May 8, 2024 • 1h 7min
17-From VRBO to Hosteeva with Talia Lockard
Back in 2012, Talia dove headfirst into the vacation rental scene and hasn't looked back since. Starting at HomeAway, she zoomed from newbie to leadership in no time, thanks to her knack for solving puzzles and her zeal for helping folks out. By 2018, she was rocking it at Rented, boosting their lease arbitrage biz and spearheading sales for some seriously smart revenue management tools. Life got even more exciting as she stepped into motherhood and, not one to slow down, Talia joined StayFi in 2022 as their Head of Sales. There, she was all about helping rental pros create standout brands and kiss booking woes goodbye. Not just content with one gig, Talia also co-launched HereStays.com, your go-to for snagging the best #bookdirect spots in Texas. Fast forward to 2023, and she’s shaking things up at Hosteeva, bringing their top-shelf property management software to the masses after a decade in the making. But wait, there’s more! Talia's true passion? Lighting a fire under small businesses in the vacation rental game. She’s the behind-the-scenes hero who helped some folks grow their empires from one pad to hundreds. While she treasures her Hosteeva fam, for Talia, it's all about selling something she believes in and making a real impact—one vacation rental at a time. So, that’s Talia—part sales guru, part tech whiz, and all about making a splash in the vacation rental world!If you want to follow Talia you can here 👇Tlockard@hosteeva.com Talia@herestays.com Insta: @talia.hosteevaTikTok: @hosteevahostshttps://www.facebook.com/talia.briscoe?mibextid=LQQJ4dFollow the show! Like and subscribe! Instagram - @cohostbrosFacebook - @cohostbros YouTube - @cohostbrosTik Tok - @cohost.brosFollow MattInstagram @creativecoddsTik Tok @creativecoddsFacebook @matt.codd.3Follow Austin Facebook - @austin.spitzenburgerInstagram - @austin_spitzzTik Tok - @austin_spitzz
May 6, 2024 • 9min
16-Tip of the week - How to start co-hosting
Austin gives his tip on how to start co-hosting. Follow us on instagram @cohostbrosYouTube @cohostbrosFacebook @cohostbrosTik Tok @cohost.brosIf you want to be on the show DM us on any of these platforms!
Apr 26, 2024 • 1h 1min
15-Co-hosting through collaboration with Joe Rohne
Joe Rohne, a real estate agent, co-host, and coach, discusses his journey from corporate life to real estate success, focusing on luxury properties in Panama City Beach and the benefits of co-hosting programs. He shares personal stories of tragedy, family, and entrepreneurship, emphasizing the value of mastermind groups and coaching for business growth. The conversation also touches on hospitable service for remote property management, collaborative problem-solving, and the importance of legal knowledge in the industry.
Apr 25, 2024 • 12min
14-Co-host tip of the week - Being around like minded people
Austin dives into mind set and how important it is to have a tribe
Apr 10, 2024 • 1h 2min
12-Zero to 100 properties with Patryk Swietek
Guest Patryk Swietek shares his journey from 0 to 100 short-term rentals in Joshua Tree, CA. Topics include comical property management encounters, strategic acquisitions, modern property management strategies, scaling operations in a new market, hiring VAs, beginner investment mindset, and networking opportunities.
Apr 5, 2024 • 35min
13-Q&A - Is VRBO the new Pricelabs?
In this episode, we answer questions from listeners, cover news, and speak on VRBO's new pricing enhancement.
Apr 3, 2024 • 45min
11-Don't tell Vacasa! Their clients are yours!
Austin and Matt talk about the importance of insurance, current Vacasa news, and why their clients are yours!
