

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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Mar 13, 2024 • 1h 1min
100. This Doctor Paid off $500k in Student Loans, and Makes $21k Monthly From Just 1 Listing! Interview with Dr. Rachel Gainsbrugh
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast!On this week's episode:Dr. Rachel is one of my favorite hosts and investors that I personally look up to in this industry, and this episode will show you exactly why! She went from $500,000 in medical school debt, to now having a portfolio of 17 luxury listings. While that's impressive, my favorite thing about Dr. Rachel is that she preaches you only need 1-2 properties to change your life. In fact, she has 1 listing bringing in $21,000 per month with only a $2,500 mortgage on the property!AITAH for wanting a partial refund for not using all the beds in a property?Connect with Rachel:
Website: https://www.shorttermgems.com
IG: https://www.instagram.com/short.term.gems/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/shorttermgems
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-rachel-gainsbrugh
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theluxurystrdoctorshow
Grab Rachel's free resources: THE “MUST HAVE” LIST TO BREAK INTO THE LUXURY SHORT-TERM RENTAL MARKETLevel Up Your Listing Summit is just 5 days away! This is your absolute last chance to secure a seat, and make sure you don't have any FOMO for missing out!Thank you to my sponsors!Start using Turno today!Get 3 months of HostGPO for free! Check out our partners at Hospitable, the highest-rated vacation rental softwareConnect:Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb InstagramPodcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | kelsey@hospitality.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 6, 2024 • 1h 1min
99. This App Will Forever Change the Way You Analyze Deals - Interview with strIQ
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast!On this week's episode:Meet Tamer and Matt from strIQ! I got to meet these guys in Nashville at STR Wealth Con, and after getting a live demo of their app, I was sold! Tatianna and I immediately started scheming on how we can get them to Level Up Your Listing Summit in time, because we knew how valuable their product would be to our audience.Check out this interview for the behind the scenes of what strIQ is, how it can help investors, and why you'll never go back to analyzing properties the same way again. And if you'll be joining us in Scottsdale next week, make a plan to visit their booth and catch a live demo!Start using strIQ today!Only a few tickets are left for Level Up Your Listing Summit, March 11-13th in Scottsdale AZ. Save your seat now before it's gone!Thank you to our sponsors:Start using Turno today!Get 3 months of HostGPO for free! Check out our partners at Hospitable, the highest-rated vacation rental softwareConnect:Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb InstagramPodcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | kelsey@hospitality.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 28, 2024 • 51min
98. How To Launch Your Listing In Just 7 Days - Interview with Kim Fitzpatrick
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast!On this week's episode:In this episode, Kim Fitzpatrick from @launchedhost shares her exact workflow and schedule for how she gets any property launched in just 7 days! Get ready to take notes this episode, because you'll want to steal her exact process and timeline.AITAH for being entitled to a free influencer stay?Connect with Kim here.Level Up Your Listing Summit is just 11 days away! Reserve your spot now before we sell out!Thank you to my sponsors!Start using Turno today!Get 3 months of HostGPO for free! Check out our partners at Hospitable, the highest-rated vacation rental softwareConnect:Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb InstagramPodcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | kelsey@hospitality.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 23, 2024 • 18min
Airbnb Advice Column: Can I Legally Hire My 4 Year Old? And How to Get Out Of An Airbnb Algorithm Rut?
Welcome to another Airbnb Advice Column bonus episode. Hope you enjoy! XOXO - Natalie0:40 - GraceWhy does Airbnb keep blocking people from booking my place? I call them and they say there is nothing they can do to override it3:46 - JillHow important is it to have a guest book at my property? I’ve already had two instances of guests sending me pictures of penises drawn all over the pages, and we keep reminding our cleaners to check it after every stay but they never remember.5:21 - TiaAny tips for getting out of an Airbnb algorithm rut? Our views have been dropping and dropping but we haven’t changed anything about our listing, so not sure what caused this9:50 - KatiePlease settle this debate for us. White vs colored sheets. My husband and I are in a heated debate over this.12:33 - YoniOur CPA has been telling us to hire our kids in the business and pay them a salary which is tax-deductible. He said the job we hire them for has to be “reasonable” in nature and in pay. My kids are only 4 and 6, any suggestions on what I could have them do?Only 18 days left until Level Up Your Listing Summit, March 11-13th in Scottsdale, AZ! Grab your tickets here before we sell out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 21, 2024 • 1h 3min
97. How This Host Uses the 5 Senses and Love Languages to Elevate Guest Experience - Interview with Tyann Marcink
Tyann Marcink, a hospitality expert, discusses using the 5 senses and love languages to enhance guest experiences. She shares tips on effective communication, cleanliness, and transparency in property management. Tyann emphasizes personalization, detailing how hosts can appeal to guests' senses to increase positive reviews and longer stays.

Feb 14, 2024 • 56min
96. "My Favorite Deals Are Ones That Don't Pencil In AirDNA" - Interview with Madi Johnson
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast!Hurry, tonight at MIDNIGHT prices for Level Up Your Listing Summit go up! This is your last chance to save $200.On this week's episode:Madi shares her journey beginning with rental arbitrage in San Diego while working traditional jobs in San Francisco, to overcoming unexpected hurdles in a duplex property in Big Bear, California, and finally to moving and investing in upstate New York. Madi also delves into her new venture, the Short Term Rental Book Club, a subscription service delivering books to members' doorsteps, along with monthly discussions hosted by different experts in the field.AITAH: Whatever shit is coming out of your Airbnb-hole, can you just flush it down a toilet like a normal person?Connect with Madi:Join the STR Book ClubConnect with Madi @skylerandmadi and @fortheloveofupstateThank you to my sponsors!Start using Turno today!Get 3 months of HostGPO for free! Connect:Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb InstagramPodcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | kelsey@hospitality.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 7, 2024 • 49min
95. "You Can Drive Direct Bookings With Just 200 Followers" - Interview with Social Media Expert Emily Lethgo
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast!Get ready to learn more from Emily at Level Up Your Listing Summit, March 11-13th in Scottsdale AZ!Code EMILY saves you 10% on ticketsOn this week's episode:Interview with Emily Lethgo about using social media platforms to increase bookings. Emily shares her experiences in property management and offers key tips on social media engagement, direct bookings, interacting with booking platforms, and creating an inviting online presence for potential guests.AITAH: How does this guest actually function in real life?!Connect with Emily:Emily is offering my listeners a special offer to join The Content Collective for only $7! Normally $47. You'll receive a full month of done-for-you social media prompts specifically designed for Short Term Rentals. This gives you a strategy to follow with trending audios and so much more! Use code NATALIE at checkout!https://www.hostwithemily.co/thecontentcollectivehttps://www.instagram.com/emilylethgo/https://www.hostwithemily.cohttps://www.tiktok.com/@emilylethgoThank you to my sponsors!Start using Turno today!Get 3 months of HostGPO for free! Connect:Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb InstagramPodcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | kelsey@hospitality.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 31, 2024 • 50min
94. This Host's Journey Will Have You In Tears - The Inspiring Story of How Milk & Honey Ranch Was Born
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast!On this week's episode:This week I interview Brent Phillips, the owner of Milk and Honey Ranch, an Airbnb property in Texas. As Brent shares his journey of establishing the ranch, he touches upon the challenges he faced including a major financial loss that led to a comprehensive revamp of the ranch's business strategy. Brent talks about his commitment to providing unique experiences for his guests and mentions plans to build 12 units on the ranch. However, these plans took a backseat when his wife was involved in a nearly fatal car accident. Showcasing immense resilience, Brent discusses how he remains hopeful and positive during these challenging situations.Connect with Brent:Follow Milk & Honey Ranch on InstagramBook a stay at Milk & Honey RanchSupport Brent and Daniela's GoFundMeThank you to my sponsors:Start using Turno today!Get 3 months of HostGPO for free! Save $200 on your Level Up Your Listing Summit ticket ticket until Feb 14th!Connect:Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb InstagramPodcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | kelsey@hospitality.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 26, 2024 • 17min
Airbnb Advice Column: I'm Tired of Relying on AirCover & How to Draw Boundaries With Guests Who Stay on Your Property?
Happy Friday, and welcome back to another Airbnb Advice Column!0:42 - Melinda: I’m confused on which insurance I need as a cohost? Should I get Proper insurance?Get Proper InsuranceTry Steadily Landlord Insurance3:57 - Cora: How to know how much my extra guest fee on Airbnb should be?9:05 - Tammy: I’m so over AirCover. My last few experiences with them have been awful. Any tips on how to make the AirCover process more streamlined?Try out Waivo!14:11 - Brooke: Just finished listening to your ADU episode from Wednesday, so good! Question for you, you’ve talked before about how you think it’s easier to host from afar. Are you nervous to have guests in your backyard?Save $200 on your Level Up Your Listing Summit ticket until 2/14! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 24, 2024 • 1h 7min
93. Your Next Investment Property Might Be In Your Backyard! Building ADUs with Ryan O'Connell
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast!On this week's episode:Discussing ADUs and housing investments with @ryanohousing. Ryan shares his extensive knowledge on ADUs, including the challenges and benefits involved in building these structures. AITAH for not giving a refund to a guest that reached out three weeks later?!Grab Your Ticket For the SoCal ADU Tour on Sat Feb 10th (I'll be there!): https://socaladutours.ticketspice.com/socal-adu-tours?t=HowToADUADU Academy on Fri Feb 9th (discount code): https://www.aduspecialist.org/aduacademyRealm promo link (Ryan's affiliate): https://l.realmhome.com/how-to-aduRenofi promo link (Ryan's affiliate): http://loan.renofi.com/how-to-adu/Connect with Ryan!youtube.com/c/howtoaduinstagram.com/ryanohousingtiktok.com/@howtoadufacebook.com/groups/howtoaduSave $200 on your Level Up Your Listing Summit ticket ticket until Feb 14th!Start using Turno today!Get 3 months of HostGPO for free! Connect:Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb InstagramPodcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | kelsey@hospitality.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


