
The Short Term Show
The Short Term Show is your home for all things short term rental (Airbnb) investing and management. Host Avery Carl interviews successful real estate investors and CEOs of Airbnb related startups to bring inspirational and actionable content to listeners. Whether you are an experienced Airbnb investor or co-host, or you’re just getting started, The Short Term Show is your home for all things short term rental content.
About the host: Avery Carl bought her first Airbnb in 2015, and has since built a portfolio of over 250 doors, is the author of bestseller Short Term Rental, Long Term wealth, and is the CEO and Founder of The Short Term Shop, the country’s largest Airbnb-specific real estate team, with over 5,000 Airbnb investors served in 20 markets. The Short Term Shop has been named the #1 team worldwide at EXP 3x, has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Forbes, and USA Today.
Latest episodes

Sep 25, 2024 • 44min
Survive, Arrive and Thrive: Brian Luebben's Blueprint for Success
In this episode of the Short Term Show, Avery welcomes Brian Luebben, founder of Action Academy, who shares his journey from corporate sales to financial freedom through real estate investing and entrepreneurship. He emphasizes the importance of taking action and overcoming the fear of failure, encouraging listeners to immerse themselves in communities of successful individuals to foster growth and motivation. Brian introduces his framework of "Survive, Arrive, and Thrive," which helps individuals identify their financial goals and the cash flow needed to achieve them. The conversation also touches on the common pitfalls that lead many real estate investors to sell their properties within the first two years, such as poor underwriting and lack of clarity in their investment strategy.
How to connect with Brian:
@brianluebben
https://actionacademy.com
How to connect with Avery:
The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/
www.strquestions.com
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For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s Book, Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties
- https://amzn.to/3Adg6PA

Sep 18, 2024 • 29min
How Oscar Viteri Went From No Experience to 3 Properties In A Year
On this episode of the Short Term Show, Avery interviews Oscar Viteri, an immigrant from Ecuador who has built a successful real estate portfolio in Wisconsin. Oscar shares his journey from medical school in South America to moving to the U.S. with his wife and delving into real estate investing. Despite being new to the industry, they have already grown their portfolio to three properties in Wisconsin while managing from Iowa. Oscar also discusses how they ended up in Iowa and why they decided to stay in the Midwest.
How to connect with Oscar:
www.sachastayswi.com
How to connect with Avery:
The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/
www.strquestions.com
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For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s Book, Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties
- https://amzn.to/3Adg6PA

Sep 11, 2024 • 39min
How Rich Somers Increased His Revenue From 180k to nearly 700 in 12 Months
Rich Somers, an expert in boutique hotel investing and founder of a boutique hotel fund, shares his journey of skyrocketing revenue from $180k to nearly $700k in just 12 months. He discusses the switch from short-term rentals to boutique hotels and outlines the strategies behind revitalizing underperforming properties. Rich also delves into current market insights and the importance of property appreciation over cash flow. His insights on navigating the real estate landscape in San Diego are both enlightening and actionable.

Sep 4, 2024 • 42min
The Impact of Data on Short Term Rentals: A Deep Dive with Revedy's Colin Carvey
In this episode of the Short Term Show, Avery introduces Colin Carvey, the CEO and founder of data company Revedy. They delved into the challenges of obtaining accurate data in the short term rental space, such as the limitations of scraping data from platforms like Airbnb and VRBO. They also discussed the market trends we have seen since COVID, as well as the value of being able to underwrite deals.
How to connectt with Colin:
revedy.com
@revedystr on Instagram
How to connect with Avery:
The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/
www.strquestions.com
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For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s Book, Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties
- https://amzn.to/3Adg6PA

Aug 28, 2024 • 1h 1min
The Power of Subject To: Unlocking Real Estate Success with Pace Morby
In this engaging conversation, real estate mogul Pace Morby, a Wall Street Journal bestselling author and TV star, shares his insights on creative finance strategies, focusing on the 'Subject To' approach. He reveals how taking over payments can overcome traditional financing hurdles. Besides real estate tactics, Pace discusses prioritizing family time and how to structure life for better work-life balance. He emphasizes the crucial role of mindset in achieving success, advocating for mentorship and community connections in the industry.

Aug 21, 2024 • 32min
The Great Stalemate: Buyers, Sellers, and Interest Rates in 2024 with Brenna Carles
In this episode of the Short Term Show, Avery and Brenna Carles discuss the current mortgage rates landscape with a focus on investment and second home loans. They go over what factors influence interest rates, how the media impacts interest rates, the possibility of future rate cuts and more.
How to connect with Brenna:
@the.mortgage.shop
@brenna.carles
https://mortgage.shop/
How to connect with Avery:
The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/
www.strquestions.com
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Join the Short Term Shop Facebook group!
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For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s Book, Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties
- https://amzn.to/3Adg6PA

Aug 14, 2024 • 51min
Lindsey Iskierka's Journey Investing in Southern California and Beyond
In this episode of the Short-Term Show, Lindsey Iskerka shares her journey from personal trainer to successful real estate investor in California. Lindsey discusses her initial skepticism about real estate as a wealth-building strategy, her entry into the industry through a mentorship program, and her eventual success in house hacking, out of state investing, and short-term rentals. Lindsey highlights her experience with different types of properties in different markets, including Joshua Tree, California, and Kalispell, Montana. She also shares her perspective on the impact of interest rates, inventory levels, and buyer behavior in the current market.
How to connect with Lindsey:
@lindseyiskierkarealtor on Instagram
How to connect with Avery:
The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/
www.strquestions.com
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Check out the Short Term Shop on Youtube
For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s Book, Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties
- https://amzn.to/3Adg6PA

Aug 7, 2024 • 37min
How Kassidy Warren Scaled Up From Van Life to Boutique Hotels
This week, Avery interviews Kassidy Warren, who shares his journey of leaving the corporate world to pursue full-time short-term rentals and van life. Kassidy discusses his background growing up frugal, his transition from an engineering career in the corporate world, to his burnout and desire for a change in direction. Kassidy detailed his initial foray into real estate investing, highlighting his first property purchase in Cleveland, Ohio, and the lessons learned from managing an Airbnb. He emphasized the importance of taking action, avoiding analysis paralysis, and trusting oneself in the investment process.
How to connect with Kassidy:
@qkassidyw
How to connect with Avery:
The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/
www.strquestions.com
Follow Avery Carl on Instagram
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Join the Short Term Shop Facebook group!
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For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s Book, Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties
- https://amzn.to/3Adg6PA

Jul 31, 2024 • 28min
Defending the STR Tax Loophole: Ryan Bakke's Success Story
In this episode of the Short Term Show, CPA Ryan Bakey shares his experience defending and winning an audit on the STR tax loophole. Ryan emphasized the importance of having a CPA who specializes in real estate and understands the intricacies of the tax laws related to short-term rentals. They also discussed how critical it is to maintain meticulous records, financial statements, and documentation in real estate investing.
Check out Ryan's previous episode:
Apple
Spotify
How to connect with Ryan:
taxstrategy365.com
https://www.facebook.com/groups/taxstrategyforinvestors
https://www.learnlikeacpa.com/
How to connect with Avery:
The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/
www.strquestions.com
Follow Avery Carl on Instagram
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Join the Short Term Shop Facebook group!
Check out the Short Term Shop on Youtube
For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s Book, Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties
- https://amzn.to/3Adg6PA

Jul 24, 2024 • 34min
Scaling Smart: Financing and Managing Multiple STRs with Jen Dickson
In this episode, Avery had the pleasure of speaking with Jen Dickson, a seasoned short-term rental investor who has successfully navigated multiple markets. Jen detailed their strategic approach to selecting markets, emphasizing the importance of choosing locations they personally enjoy and frequent. They also delved into the financial aspects of their investments. They also discussed the challenges and benefits of managing properties across different markets, with Jen advising new investors to consider starting in drivable destinations to maintain a sense of control and familiarity.
How to connect with Jen:
@evereste.experiences
How to connect with Avery:
The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/
www.strquestions.com
Follow Avery Carl on Instagram
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Join the Short Term Shop Facebook group!
Check out the Short Term Shop on Youtube
For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s Book, Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties
- https://amzn.to/3Adg6PA