The podcast discusses combining a main house and backyard cottage listing on Airbnb, strategies for renting and marketing these properties, and the upcoming short-term rental conference, TfVcon. They also touch on the importance of pressure testing a rental property, parking availability, and an on-demand workshop for hosts.

Founders and CEOs of top hosting brands like HostGPo, Hostfully, Breezeway, and PriceLabs share behind-the-scenes stories and discuss how their solutions can help hosts book more, communicate better, and make data-driven decisions. Other topics covered include insurance, financing, marketing, and monitoring. They also highlight the importance of checklists, strategic partnerships, networking, choosing the right property management software, regulations, advocacy, maximizing ROI, insurance coverage, and using tools for short-term rental success.

Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between.Dori asks: I had a question about direct bookings and the tools that you use for that. I'm working on a website right now and was wondering if you had any recommendations on how to process online payments or what to use for that, as well as signing contracts electronically.Thanks to everyone who submitted questions. To hear your voice on the show and send a question to Sarah and Annette, visit Speakpipe.com/ThanksforvisitingAMAResources:• Time is running out, buy your tickets today for TFVcon in Columbus, OHThanks for Visiting is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:Hosting Business Mastery Method | Join us for our live, free, host masterclass and learn how to OWN your digital real estate!HBMM | Sign up today at hostmasterclass.com.

Hey there podcast listeners! We've got a fantastic show in store for you today with our special guest Linda Sidhu, the quiz queen who's here to help you turn simple personality quizzes into powerful list-building tools.With her background as a top pharmaceutical sales rep, Linda knows a thing or two about understanding personality types and crafting customized messaging that converts. She took these same skills and created a proven quiz framework that attracts floods of new subscribers on autopilot.On today's show, Linda shares clever quiz strategies to help vacation rental hosts like you learn more about your guests so you can tailor their stay for the ultimate 5-star experience. We cover all kinds of quiz mechanics, from crafting compelling titles to designing tailored results that entice visitors to opt-in. You'll also learn some common quiz mistakes to avoid, and how to follow up with quiz takers to build lasting relationships.Linda even spills the beans on her upcoming 3-day quiz challenge – so don't miss out! This episode is full of actionable tips to help you create memorable guest experiences. And you can get started today – reveal your unique, quiz-based path to your biggest launch yet. Take this 2-minute quiz and discover how to rock your next launch based on your strengths: lindasidhu.com/quiztocash.Resources:• Website:.lindasidhu.com• Instagram: @linda_sidhu_quizzes• Nail Your Quiz Idea 3-Day Challenge: FREE 3-Day Challenge• #STRShareSunday: @thelargolowThanks for Visiting is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:Hosting Business Mastery Method | Join us for our live, free, host masterclass and learn how to OWN your digital real estate!HBMM | Sign up today at hostmasterclass.com.Breezeway | Go to breezeway.io/tfv to claim your free implementation when you start a Breezeway account.Minoan | Minoan helps short-term rentals and boutique hotels enhance their appeal with their customizable, curated retail platform.Minoan | Visit MinoanExperience.com and tell them TFV sent you!

Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between.Julie asks:I own a beach condo. Do you have any tips for working with my HOA? I don’t have enough control, awareness, or communication to keep my guests informed of ongoing or future projects.Thanks to everyone who submitted questions. To hear your voice on the show and send a question to Sarah and Annette, visit Speakpipe.com/ThanksforvisitingAMAResources:• Time is running out, buy your tickets today for TFVcon in Columbus, OHThanks for Visiting is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:Hosting Business Mastery Method | Join us for our live, free, host masterclass and learn how to OWN your digital real estate!HBMM | Sign up today at hostmasterclass.com.

Hello listeners! This week we have real estate investor David Richter joining us, author of the book Profit First for Real Estate Investing. With over 10 years experience and 850 deals under his belt, David is an expert at helping real estate investors actually keep their profits instead of losing them to the endless deal-to-deal cycle. Many of us got into real estate to escape the rat race, but profit leakage can trap us right back in it if we aren't careful.In this episode, David will break down the fundamentals of profit & loss statements, balance sheets, and implementing financial systems that lead to true profitability. We'll also discuss actionable steps you can start taking today to get your books in order and stop leaving money on the table. Whether you're new to real estate investing or a seasoned pro, David's advice will help transform your business.Let's dive in to unlock the secrets of maximizing your real estate profits! David Richter is an active real estate investor who has been essential in closing over 850 deals over the last 10 years. He has experience with wholesale, turnkey, BRRRR, owner finance, rentals, lease options, and any other exit strategy you can think of. While growing and building a real estate business from 5 to over 25 deals a month, he realized that as much money was coming in, it was all going right out the door. With the unique opportunity of being in every seat as a real estate investor, he found a calling in the company’s finance seat to help businesses see where their money really went.David has helped real estate companies completely turn around from going out of business to building cash reserves by using the Profit First cash flow system. He has been featured onBiggerpockets, Real Estate Disruptors with Steve Trang, and many other podcasts, shows, and stages.To help even more people, he wrote Profit First for Real Estate Investing - a derivative of the original Profit First by Mike Michalowicz that is tailored specifically to Real Estate Investors.His goal is to completely transform the Real Estate Investing industry by helping real estate investors make and KEEP more money in their businesses. As the founder and owner of SimpleCFO Solutions, he wants to bring investors true financial clarity and freedom and help every investor stop living deal to deal.Resources:• Website: simplecfo.com• Book: Profit First for Real Estate Investing by David Richter• LinkedIn: Simple CFO Solutions• Facebook: The Simple CFO• Exclusive Gift for TFV Listeners: simplecfo.com/gift • #STRShareSunday: @theidyllolhouseThanks for Visiting is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:Hosting Business Mastery Method | Join us for our live, free, host masterclass and learn how to OWN your digital real estate!HBMM | Sign up today at hostmasterclass.com.Breezeway | Go to breezeway.io/tfv to claim your free implementation when you start a Breezeway account.Minoan | Minoan helps short-term rentals and boutique hotels enhance their appeal with their customizable, curated retail platform.Minoan | Visit MinoanExperience.com and tell them TFV sent you!

Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between.One listeners asks:Do you provide cleaning supplies such as a small vacuum? Do you recommend making cleaning products available for guests?Thanks to everyone who submitted questions. To hear your voice on the show and send a question to Sarah and Annette, visit Speakpipe.com/ThanksforvisitingAMAResources:• Time is running out, buy your tickets today for TFVcon in Columbus, OH• Don’t miss the opportunity to meet STR cleaning supply vendor ETI Solutions at TFVCon in Columbus, OHThanks for Visiting is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:Hosting Business Mastery Method | Join us for our live, free, host masterclass and learn how to OWN your digital real estate!HBMM | Sign up today at hostmasterclass.com.

With a keen real-estate acumen and strong sense of purpose, Mina Starsiak Hawk is dedicated to the art and the business of saving old homes — and to an overarching mission of revitalizing entire city neighborhoods, one house at a time. Mina and her mother Karen E Laine star in the HGTV series Good Bones. Daughter Mina, a real estate agent, and mom Karen, a former lawyer, own an Indianapolis-based home renovation business with a mission to revitalize their favorite neighborhoods one house at a time. The series follows the expert team as they buy homes in serious disrepair, sometimes gut them to the studs and transform them into stunning remodels. Mina has also appeared on HGTV's Rock the Block, and along with Karen, was a featured participant in the HGTV event-series, A Very Brady Renovation.Mina Starsiak Hawk is the TFVCON Celebrity Keynote speaker! All audience members will be able to participate in a Q&A with Mina and then VIP ticket holders will have an opportunity for a meet and greet with Mina herself!Our Early Bird pricing is EXTENDED for TFVCON – get your tickets before August 27 at tfvcon.com.Resources:• Instagram: @mina_starsiak_hawk• Twitter: @minastarsiak• Mina on HGTV• TwoChicksAndAHammer.com• Podcast: Mina AF• Get your Early Bird tickets before August 27 at tfvcon.com• #STRShareSunday: @twochicksandahammerThanks for Visiting is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:Minoan | Minoan helps short-term rentals and boutique hotels enhance their appeal with their customizable, curated retail platform.Minoan | Visit MinoanExperience.com and tell them TFV sent you!Hosting Business Mastery Method | Join us for our live, free, host masterclass and learn how to OWN your digital real estate!HBMM | Sign up today at hostmasterclass.com.Breezeway | Go to breezeway.io/tfv to claim your free implementation when you start a Breezeway account.

Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between.Danielle asks:We discovered that our nightly rate has been set lower than we expected, because of a 10% discount our property management company has been running. How can we make sure if this is best practice, or if we should avoid this in the future?Thanks to everyone who submitted questions. To hear your voice on the show and send a question to Sarah and Annette, visit Speakpipe.com/ThanksforvisitingAMAThanks for Visiting is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:Hosting Business Mastery Method | Join us for our live, free, host masterclass and learn how to OWN your digital real estate!HBMM | Sign up today at hostmasterclass.com.

Bill Allen is the CEO and Owner of 7 Figure Flipping a real estate organization based out of Nashville, TN. He and his team currently flip and wholesale 200+ deals per year in Tennessee and northern Florida, while leading the top house flipping and wholesaling mentoring groups in the nation.Bill began his career as a Naval Officer with 18 years of military experience and discovered through the avenue of real estate, that his calling is leading others by helping them find their own success through networking and accountability. This year, 2021, Bill released the book 7 Figure Flipping Underground.Bill shares his proven system for partnering with private lenders, overcoming limiting beliefs around asking for money, and highlighting the advantages of leveraging OPM (other people's money) rather than traditional bank loans. We discuss the fixed returns and benefits investors receive, building trust and confidence with new partners, and reframing "asking" to "presenting exciting opportunities."Bill emphasizes having a clear "why" for growth, pursuing the freedom financial security brings, and creating positive impact by empowering others. His high-energy approach will help listeners gain confidence in raising capital to fuel their entrepreneurial dreams.Resources:• Instagram: @7FigureFlipping• Instagram: @BillAllenRei • Podcast: 7 Figure Flipping • Website: 7FigureFlipping.com• YouTube: 7 Figure Flipping• Facebook: 7 Figure Flipping• #STRShareSunday: @TwinflowercabinkyThanks for Visiting is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:Hosting Business Mastery Method | Join us for our live, free, host masterclass and learn how to OWN your digital real estate!HBMM | Sign up today at hostmasterclass.com.Breezeway | Go to breezeway.io/tfv to claim your free implementation when you start a Breezeway account.Minoan | Minoan helps short-term rentals and boutique hotels enhance their appeal with their customizable, curated retail platform.Minoan | Visit MinoanExperience.com and tell them TFV sent you!