
Bill Faeth Unfiltered
Ready to build your Short Term Rental wealth? Learn more at: https://buildstrwealth.com/.
Short Term Rentals have been a game-changer for the real estate industry. And no one knows this better than Bill Faeth. As a successful Short Term Rental Investor and Host, Bill has seen firsthand how powerful the Short Term Rental model can be. And now, he's sharing his knowledge with the world through his new podcast, STR Unfiltered.
On each episode, Bill breaks down the ins and outs of Short Term Rental Hosting, giving listeners actionable advice that they can use to take their businesses to the next level. Whether you're just starting in Short Term Rentals or looking to take your business to new heights, STR Unfiltered is a must-listen. So what are you waiting for? Tune in today and learn from the best in the business!
Latest episodes

Jul 8, 2025 • 14min
Don't Make These Newbie Airbnb Mistakes
🎟 Grab your ticket to STR Wealth Conference now: https://strwealthconference.comThis episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.💸And Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselaneaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/c/6143316/2948032/16283✅ FREE community: Join 33K+ hosts growing their wealth with STRs: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508/?mibextid=oMANbw✅ FREE Proforma - know exactly how much a property will make before you buy: https://buildstrwealth.com/proformaDon't buy your first or next Airbnb without seeing this. I'm breaking down the exact mistakes that kill cash flow and how you can avoid them with a smarter setup. From LLCs and liability protection to revenue management, design budgets, and off-platform marketing, this is what separates the top earners from the pack.These are the Two Extra Steps that most investors skip. Take them, and you're ahead of 90 percent of the market.Chapters00:00 – The One Mistake to Avoid Before Buying an Airbnb01:15 – Why an LLC Isn’t Optional if You Want Protection03:04 – The $1,300 Investment That Could Save You Millions05:02 – How to Avoid the #1 Financial Pitfall After Closing07:10 – The Secret to Managing Airbnb Finances Like a Real Business09:00 – Revenue Management Isn’t Optional — Do This Instead11:12 – The Photo Strategy That Sells Your Property Before the Description13:00 – Outside-In: The Image Order That Converts Browsers to Bookers15:22 – How to Create Demand Without Relying on Airbnb17:30 – The Most Overlooked Tool That Builds a Direct Booking MachineConnect with Bill Faeth🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaethMentioned in this episode:This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings!
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Jul 1, 2025 • 10min
Will Trump's New Bill Change Real Estate Forever?
💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselaneaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/c/6143316/2948032/16283This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.✅ FREE Super Property Grader: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader✅ FREE Proforma - mitigate risk before you buy: https://buildstrwealth.com/proformaTrump’s new tax bill could be the biggest opportunity real estate investors have seen in years. If you’re not preparing for accelerated depreciation coming back to 100%, you’re already behind.In this video, I’m breaking down exactly how this bill can save you tens or hundreds of thousands in taxes—and why buying before it passes is critical. I’ll show you step by step how I’m underwriting deals, estimating tax savings, and getting ahead of the mad rush that’s coming.Don’t wait until the market flips to a seller’s market again. Get my free Super Grader and Proforma tools and start practicing now.00:00 – Why Trump’s New Tax Bill Could Change Everything02:15 – The #1 Tax Benefit Real Estate Investors Overlook04:05 – How Accelerated Depreciation REALLY Works (With Numbers)06:20 – What It Costs to Do a Cost Segregation (And Why It’s Worth It)08:05 – The Timing Trap: Why You Can’t Wait for the Bill to Pass10:12 – The Coming Surge: Millions of Buyers About to Flood the Market12:48 – The Secret to Predicting Your Tax Savings Before You Buy15:10 – Why This Is Still the Best Time to Buy Real Estate in Our LifetimeConnect with Bill Faeth🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaethMentioned in this episode:This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings!
Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.

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Jun 24, 2025 • 10min
Why I'm Selling All My Airbnbs in 2025
A deep dive into the rationale behind selling short-term rentals for better cash flow, highlighting potential pitfalls of holding properties long-term. The host shares his personal journey, revealing how he transformed $620K into $3.4M in just seven months. Listeners learn about effective investment strategies, including the importance of 1031 exchanges and insights into market trends. The episode encourages an agile mindset, emphasizing the benefits of periodically reassessing rental portfolios for optimal growth.

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Jun 17, 2025 • 15min
The One Pricing Trick That Shocks the Airbnb Algorithm w/ Emile Sakhel
Emile Sakhel, an anesthesiologist turned successful STR revenue manager and founder of Pricing by Mira, shares his expertise in optimizing Airbnb pricing strategies. He discusses the common summer pricing mistakes that hosts make and introduces the innovative ELF Method for dynamic discounts. Emile emphasizes the importance of adjusting length-of-stay rules and using psychology in pricing to maximize bookings. His insights illuminate how strategic changes can outperform traditional pricing tools, ensuring hosts achieve high occupancy and revenue.

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Jun 11, 2025 • 21min
Everything You Need to Crush Airbnb Hosting
Discover how to elevate your short-term rental from a mere hobby to a lucrative venture. Explore six essential tools that can place you in the top 0.25% of earners. Learn advanced marketing strategies, including optimizing listings and leveraging social media for direct bookings. Uncover the secrets of revenue management and dynamic pricing strategies to maximize profit. Streamline your property management with practical solutions and effective pricing techniques that can boost efficiency and increase booking conversions.

Jun 3, 2025 • 17min
Is Nashville Still a Good Place for STRs? w/ Kirklyn Powell
Nashville isn’t dead. But you can’t play the same game everyone else is playing. The regulations are tighter, the market is flooded with copycat four bedrooms, and most agents don’t know how to underwrite these deals. The good news is there are still real opportunities if you know where to look. In this episode, I break down exactly where the real plays are in Nashville for 2025. Whether you are buying inside Davidson County or going just outside the lines to build true super properties, this will show you where the smart money is moving.00:00 – Why Most Investors Get Nashville Completely Wrong01:03 – The Real Problem: It's Not Oversupply, It's What You're Buying03:52 – The Big Mistake Everyone Makes with Nashville STR Design05:40 – What I’d Tell My Own Family If They Wanted to Invest Here07:24 – How to Attract Higher-End Guests Without Bachelorette Drama08:35 – The Hidden Opportunity Outside Davidson County10:41 – How to Play the Game with 5+ Bedroom Super Properties12:47 – Why "Turnkey" Listings Are Usually a Trap14:31 – The Power of Pairing Side-by-Side STR Units16:04 – The Next Wave of STR-Friendly Developments in Nashville

May 27, 2025 • 20min
How to Become a Local Celebrity in 100 Days or Less (and what it means for your STR business)
In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how I’ve become the most recognized name in multiple industries by using a local celebrity strategy—and how you can do the same thing in just 100 days.I’ll walk you through:The “Kardashian Effect” (and what it has to do with STRs)Why co-hosts and property owners should stop chasing and start attractingA step-by-step plan to become the most known and trusted name in one high-value marketHow to use short weekly videos and $3/day ads to build a following that brings leads in on autopilotWhat to say, how to say it, and when to drop your first CTA for max conversionWhether you’re a new co-host or a seasoned investor, this is the most overlooked (and most powerful) growth strategy in the game.This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.Mentioned in this episode:This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings!
Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.

May 20, 2025 • 23min
Ski Condos that Cash Flow in Summer? Only in Montana w/ Lauren Taylor
Montana is hands down my favorite place on earth—and I’ve done over $9M in deals there in the last two years. In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly where the real opportunities still exist (and where you're just paying for the name).From fly fishing rivers to ski-in/ski-out condos, Lauren Taylor and I are covering the markets that actually cash flow—and the ones I’m still investing in today. If you’ve been sleeping on Montana or assuming it’s all hype, this will change your mind.This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.➤ Lauren Taylor – STR-focused real estate agent covering Whitefish, Bozeman, Paradise Valley, Red Lodge, and more▸ Website: https://www.ltremontana.com▸ Phone: 406-595-0286✅ FREE tool and training to grade properties instantly & spot winners faster: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader✅ FREE Proforma - know exactly how much a property will make before you buy: https://buildstrwealth.com/proforma✅ FREE DTI Calculator - determine your bankability before you apply for a loan: https://buildstrwealth.com/dticalculator✅ FREE masterclass - how to earn $250K+ NET per year from Airbnb: https://buildstrwealth.com/masterclass00:00 – Why I Keep Coming Back to Montana02:35 – Is Montana Just “Yellowstone” Hype?05:20 – What You Can (and Can’t) Buy with $1M08:45 – How I Made $200K on a $950K Riverfront Property12:15 – Why Ski Condos Are Crushing in Summer Too15:58 – These Montana Towns Are Flying Under the Radar20:40 – The STR Strategy No One’s Talking About25:30 – The $3.4M Sale That Appreciated 20% in 7 MonthsSocial & Website Links🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaeth

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May 13, 2025 • 34min
The STR Market Is Dead—Which Means It’s Time to Buy with Avery Carl
In this engaging discussion, Avery Carl, CEO of The Short Term Shop and a leading expert in vacation rentals, shares her insights on current market dynamics. She highlights the surge of opportunities in the Emerald Coast and reveals why luxury properties are lagging while one-bedrooms in the Smokies thrive. Discover her strategic approach to investing in a high-interest economy, including scoring a $1.275M home for only $815K. Avery also outlines what to avoid if selling, and why now is the ideal time for buyers.

Apr 29, 2025 • 21min
Is Gulf Shores Investable Right Now w/ John Lazzarino
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Jonathan Lazzarinojonathan@theshorttermshop.com(832) 914-5012
Thinking about investing on the Alabama Coast? I’ve been doing deals down here for a decade—and today I’m bringing on my go-to agent, Jonathan Lozano, to break it all down. We talk cash flow realities, pet-friendly gold mines, what $175K down gets you right now, and why the new Gulf Shores airport is a game changer. This isn’t just hype—it’s the local, boots-on-the-ground insight you need to make smart moves in Fort Morgan, Gulf Shores, and Orange Beach.
02:20 Meet Jonathan Lazano: Gulf Shores Real Estate Expert
03:00 Current Market Trends in Gulf Shores
04:41 Investment Strategies for Gulf Shores
07:09 Impact of the New Airport on Gulf Shores
10:42 Future Developments and Opportunities
16:02 The Value of Amenities in Real Estate
19:45 Conclusion and Contact Information
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