No Vacancy The Podcast with Natalie Palmer
Natalie Palmer, Airbnb Host
A show for Airbnb hosts, new and experienced! Every Wednesday Natalie takes listeners behind the scenes of what it’s really like to be a short-term rental host, how to make it easier, mistakes to avoid, and how to get more bookings at higher rates. As an Airbnb Ambassador and 26x Superhost managing 10 properties, all remotely from home while being a stay at home mom of two, Natalie knows what it takes to succeed as an STR host and make this business fit into your lifestyle, not the other way around.
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May 31, 2023 • 41min
59. Can Your Property Management Software Do THAT?! Interview with Jurny
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast!On this week's episode:Interview with Jurny CEO, Luca ZambellaThis host called their guests “dumb people” and “too damn lazy” in a public reply?!?!Start using Jurny today!Connect with Luca on LinkedInAbout Luca Zambello: Luca the co-founder and CEO of Jurny, an AI-driven hospitality platform that seamlessly automates operations and guest experiences through vertical integration and connectivity.As a former host and operator with more than 12 years of experience, Luca brings a wealth of hospitality knowledge. He is a renowned Forbes contributor for his expertise and industry acumen and has been featured in Entrepreneur, Bloomberg, Business Insider, and other publications.Luca was recently chosen as an Advisory Board Member for Entertainment and Hospitality Management at California State University, Fullerton, where he also delivers lectures as a guest. Furthermore, he has received multiple awards and nominations in the hospitality field, including the Titan Award and the American Best in Business Awards. Most recently, he was listed as one of the top 10 Notable Entrepreneurs in Los Angeles by LA WeeklyConnect:Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit Tickets!InstagramSchedule a 1:1 consultationPodcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 26, 2023 • 21min
Airbnb Advice Column: Dealing With Guests Who Won't Read Anything and How to Actually Be "Pet Friendly"
Welcome to another Airbnb Advice Column bonus episode. Hope you enjoy! XOXO - Natalie0:36 - Vera:Queen bed vs King bed? (1 BR cabin)1:55 - Laura:Washer and dryer broke and guest arrives tomorrow. Should I offer to pay for wash/fold service at a laundromat?3:58- Ashley:Do you plan deductions for the year (property improvements to save money) in advance to reach a certain tax bracket?5:12 - Courtney:Guests know that they are not reading instructions and then leave a bad review for check in9:45 - Nicole:How to kindly decline a guest that you are uncomfortable with? Local guest, no reviews, other red flags...12:27 - C:Should I keep original product packages (coffee, sugar, etc) for people to see, or change it to cute bottles and vases?14:05 - Megan:Please share alllll things pet friendly! Fees, rules for pets, supplies, and pet amenities you recommend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 24, 2023 • 52min
58. Listen to This Before Investing in Hotels - Interview with Diya Liu
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast!On this week's episode:Interview with Diya Liu, STR and hotel investor on her strategy, process, and what she looks for when investing.Reacting to a 4-star review that doesn’t even make sense???Connect:Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit Tickets!InstagramSchedule a 1:1 consultationPodcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 17, 2023 • 30min
57. My Favorite Hack to Save Thousands on Furniture Just Got Even Better! Interview with Minoan
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast!On this week's episode:Interview with Minoan CEO, Marc Hostovsky, on all the new features and updates with Minoan!Reacting to a guest asking to use the Airbnb for a 400 person family reunion?!?!Test out the new and improved Minoan today!Connect:Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit Tickets!InstagramSchedule a 1:1 consultation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 10, 2023 • 1h 20min
56. Not Doing This ONE Thing Could Cost You Your Entire Business - Interview with Marilynn Taylor
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast!On this week's episode:Interview with Marilynn Taylor -- a pioneer on the Airbnb platform, who once got kicked off Airbnb, and is now an Airbnb Ambassador.Reacting to a guest wanting to sue a host for leaving a bad guest review.Connect with Marilynn on InstagramRed Flags FREEBIE Download and Marilynn's LinksThank you to Savvy Realty for sponsoring this episode! Work with Tyler Coon and the Savvy Realty Team:Savvy Realty CoastalSavvy Realty Bourbon TrailListen to Episode 40 with TylerConnect:Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit Tickets!InstagramSchedule a 1:1 consultation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 3, 2023 • 60min
55. "I Lived in 97 Airbnbs Exclusively for 15 Months" - Interview with "Professional Guest" Zach Busekrus
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast!On this week's episode:This week we hear from the other side of Airbnb stays…from a guest! Hear how Zach and his wife spent 15 months in Airbnbs and what they learned along the way.Reacting to a host that changed the mattress mid-stay without telling their guest!Connect with Zach on InstagramLast Minute Airbnb Deals on sponstayneous.comCheck out the Behind The Stays PodcastThank you to Savvy Realty for sponsoring this episode! Work with Tyler Coon and the Savvy Realty Team:Savvy Realty CoastalSavvy Realty Bourbon TrailListen to Episode 40 with TylerConnect:Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit Tickets!InstagramSchedule a 1:1 consultation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 28, 2023 • 19min
Airbnb Advice Column: I Want to Quit Hosting & How to Tell If Guest Complaints are Genuine??
Welcome to another Airbnb Advice Column bonus episode. Hope you enjoy! XOXO - Natalie2:01 - Serena:Help. I’ve been feeling so burnt out. Doing all the things, adding all the amenities, and still getting picky guests leaving 4 star reviews. I don’t know what I’m doing wrong and am thinking of quitting.4:54 - Phil:I know you always talk about niching down, but I’m worried that going too strong in a niche will affect possible resale value.Check out this spa-themed listing in Palm Springs9:10 - Harry:My wife and I are trying to decide if we should buy in the market where we want to retire, or go to a more cash flowing market.11:22 - Tara:How to decide if a monetary refund is warranted. Never sure if guests are just fishing or it’s legitimately justified.17:15 - Sam:How do I become a guest on your podcast?!Send guest submissions to airbnbwithnatalie@gmail.comThank you to Savvy Realty for sponsoring this episode! Work with Tyler Coon and the Savvy Realty Team:Savvy Realty CoastalSavvy Realty Bourbon TrailListen to Episode 40 with Tyler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 26, 2023 • 44min
54. Become a Passive Investor and Stop Owing Taxes & This Guest Is Giving Murder Vibes - Interview with Ryan Bakke
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast!On this week's episode:Ryan Bakke is back for the third time to discuss passive investing without owning any real estateWas this host right in declining this guest for wanting a space to cry loudly?Join Minoan for FREEConnect with Ryan BakkeConnect:Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit Tickets!InstagramSchedule a 1:1 consultation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 19, 2023 • 26min
53. What Netflix's $3 Billion Loss Just Taught Me & Cheating Scandals in Your Airbnb?!
On this week's episode:Netflix’s Love is Blind Live Finale Fiasco and How It Made Me Think of STRsThis guest saw a ghost for 10 minutes and the host had no questions.Checkout Minoan and claim their offer just for No Vacancy listeners here!Connect:Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit Tickets!InstagramSchedule a 1:1 consultation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 12, 2023 • 35min
52. 4 Hospitality Lessons We Can Learn From Hotels & Are People Giving Birth in Airbnbs?? - with Wil Slickers
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast!On this week's episode:Guest host takeover with Wil Slickers and his 4 lessons in hospitality that you can apply to your STR businessShould this host have “Elevated Superhost” status for their guest giving birth in their Airbnb?!!Thank you to Savvy Realty for sponsoring this episode! Work with Tyler Coon and the Savvy Realty Team:Savvy Realty CoastalSavvy Realty Bourbon TrailListen to Episode 40 with TylerConnect:Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit Tickets!InstagramSchedule a 1:1 consultationPodcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
