

Live Let Thrive Podcast
Live Let Thrive
"Live Let Thrive" is a podcast about Airbnb life and the Shareconomy in general. Steve and Myka guide you through this exciting new world by sharing experiences of their own. They also dish out advice, tips and pointers on how to thrive in the new Airbnb/Shareconomy world. Join us on this journey and let us know what you think. Feedback is King. Hope you enjoy!
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Jan 25, 2023 • 1h 21min
Securing Contracts and Navigating Algorithm Changes: A Mid-Term Rental Legend's Secrets with Jesse Vasquez
Join Myka and Steve as they sit down with mid-term rental legend Jesse Vasquez on this week's episode of the Live Let Thrive Podcast. Jesse shares his expertise on how to secure contracts with nursing agencies, navigate Airbnb's algorithm changes, and keep your mid-term rentals consistently booked. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just getting started in the mid-term rental market, this episode is packed with valuable insights and strategies for success. Don't miss it!
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We're also proud to announce that Hostfully is sponsoring our podcast! Any of our Live Let Thrive listeners can claim $100 off their Property Management Platform and two FREE months with their digital guidebooks! Just use this link to claim it!
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Jan 18, 2023 • 1h 15min
Momprenuer / Remote Arbitrager / Credit Specialist Charli Nikia!
This week Steve is joined by Charli Nikia. This serial entrepreneur is a leader in the short term rental industry and continues to grow her businesses everyday. Charli sets her bar high and won’t allow her dreams to be broken. She also prides herself on showing aspiring entrepreneurs how to change their mindset about money and credit.
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We're also proud to announce that Hostfully is sponsoring our podcast! Any of our Live Let Thrive listeners can claim $100 off their Property Management Platform and two FREE months with their digital guidebooks! Just use this link to claim it!
Holler at Steve and Myka!
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Jan 11, 2023 • 1h 19min
Arbitraging In Metro Markets To Buy In Vacation Markets w/ Michael Chang
This week Myka & Steve interview Michael Chang of Philadelphia. Michael breaks down his strategy of arbitraging and buying to build his short term rental empire from the metro northeast to the vacation Smoky Mountains.
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We're also proud to announce that Hostfully is sponsoring our podcast! Any of our Live Let Thrive listeners can claim $100 off their Property Management Platform and two FREE months with their digital guidebooks! Just use this link to claim it!
Holler at Steve and Myka!
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Jan 4, 2023 • 59min
Dallas STR Regulations, Hiring The Right VA's, & OTA Utilization w/ LLTU
This week the entire LLTU team hops on to discuss the changing STR regulations in Dallas, getting the right VA's, OTA Utilization, and documenting all of your standard operating procedures.
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We're also proud to announce that Hostfully is sponsoring our podcast! Any of our Live Let Thrive listeners can claim $100 off their Property Management Platform and two FREE months with their digital guidebooks! Just use this link to claim it!
Holler at Steve and Myka!
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Dec 7, 2022 • 1h 5min
Setting Up Your Airbnb With The Perfect Design & Renovations w/ Gloria Song
This week Myka & Steve interview Gloria Song from White Dahlia Design. Gloria runs us through the process of setting up your Airbnb with the right design and renovation packages. White Dahlia will set up your airbnb design and renovations completely remotely with 3D renderings. If you are in the BRRRR to STR space you definitely want to check this episode out!
We're also proud to announce that Hostfully is sponsoring our podcast! Any of our Live Let Thrive listeners can claim $100 off their Property Management Platform and two FREE months with their digital guidebooks! Just use this link to claim it!
Holler at Steve and Myka!
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Nov 30, 2022 • 1h 9min
Marketing Your Property For Mid-Term Rentals w/ Zeona Mcintyre
This week Myka & Steve interview the myth, the legend, Zeona Mcintyre. Zeona is a repeat guest on Live Let Thrive and is the author of the new Biggerpockets book 30 Day Stay. Zeona breaks down how she sets up her calendar to attract mid term stays and avoid STR regulations.
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Nov 23, 2022 • 1h 15min
Marketing To Past Guests & Removing PMI To Lower Operating Expenses
This week Myka & Steve discuss shiny object syndrome, building rapport with clients, getting rid of PMI without a refinance, and marketing your short-term rental through text and e-mail. Myka & Steve help you walk away from common mistakes that prevent professionalism - like overworking yourself or forgetting to ask for what you want.
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Nov 16, 2022 • 1h 8min
Building Unique Short Term Rentals w/ Alex Jarbo
This week Myka & Steve interview STR investor and builder Alex Jarbo. Alex builds unique style short term rentals such as A-frame cabins. Alex gives us insight on what type of rental to build for STR success and which markets to choose.
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Nov 9, 2022 • 1h 10min
From Bankruptcy To Short Term Rental Millionaire w/ Alex Sabio
This week Myka & Steve interview Alex Sabio. Alex tells us how he was able to push through bankruptcy to create a six figure short term rental company. Alex also discusses having a tax strategy for your business.
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Nov 2, 2022 • 1h 2min
Renting Out Huge Homes On Massive Acreage w/ Rose Tipka
This week Myka & Steve interview Rose Tipka. Rose tells us how she built a successful short term rental company by finding a niche and sticking to it.
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