Welcome to another Ask Me Anything (Ask Us Anything?) episode! Each week we’ll answer your questions on STR, real estate, OTAs, and everything in between.Kamala asks:I’m putting a hot tub on the deck at my property, and I’m wondering how high the railing surrounding the hot tub should be?Thanks to everyone who submitted questions; and thanks to Justin Ford from Breezeway for the guest answer. To hear your voice on the show and send a question to Sarah & 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.TFVCON | Join us September 24-26 in Columbus, Ohio for TFV CON 2023!TFV Con | Grab your spot now at tfvcon.com.

To celebrate our 200th episode we’re recapping all the best moments from our very first live event: TFV Live! Experience at the Sahara Las Vegas.Real EstateKenny Bedwell from STR Insights – STR real estate deals are both emotional and logical. Don’t just chase the right returns; make sure you’re investing in towns and communities that you have a connection with and are passionate about.Creative Funding Panel – There are a myriad of ways to make a real estate deal happen. Don’t stop if you get turned down by one or two banks; keep asking, and keep pitching. (Or, be like Mike Hicks, and focus on private lenders over banks!)OperationsSean Kemper from Kemper Industries – Make sure you have the proper array of cleaning supplies for your STR (and your home). Not every solution works with every type of mess; whether it’s mold, pet messes, or salt & snow from winter, you need the right product for each scenario.Justin Ford from Breezeway – Safety is the MOST important thing in any STR. Treat your property the same way that hotels are required to do by law, including smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, and structural safety. Don’t assume that insurance has you covered! (And be sure to get your free safety certification from Breezeway).Kyle Stanley from Fearless Kyle – Don’t overthink hiring; leverage your network, take action, and hire before you’re ready. Try posting something like this on your social media of choice: “I’m looking for someone in [Your Area] who would like to make $400-500 per month, part-time, to help with some real estate tasks. So easy, anyone can do it. Please message me or tag someone you know who may be interested.”MarketingEmily Miethner from GetawayUpstate – Leverage social media to differentiate your listings and drive interest from guests. And don’t underestimate the power of influencer marketing: you can partner with local influencers and media outlets in your area to offer giveaways or promotions and drive new bookings.Arthur Colker from StayFi – It’s never too early to start gathering your guest’s information to build an email list. StayFi offers an integration for your property’s WiFi to automatically collect guest emails and begin cataloging them into your email marketing tool of choice.Direct Booking Panel – Don’t leave your success in the hands of Airbnb! You could go from 0–30% direct bookings (or more) just by taking quick action on simple items like creating your direct booking website, or starting a blog based on your property’s city or state.Thank you so much to all of our guests, speakers, and sponsors who made TFV Live possible!Resources:Vacation Rental Manager's AssociationThanks to Breezeway for letting us record at their booth#STRShareSunday: @ThanksForVisiting_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!

Anthony Gantt is a retired Marine and Founder of atease. After experiencing complications with short-term rental stays during his many relocations in the military, Anthony identified a common problem with short-term rentals: they were often not compliant with the government’s high standards (the way hotels and motels were), and so the employees staying in them weren’t eligible for travel and lodging reimbursement.atease (at ease) is the new game in town that is helping hosts diversify their listing opportunities and earn more income by serving military and government personnel. atease helps to ensure that your property is in line with government standards, opening up your bookings to the constantly moving military and government employees. This means less vacancies year-round, regardless of seasonal travel or pending recessions.Resources:PCSAtEase.com@At_Ease_Rentals on InstagramAt Ease on LinkedIn#STRShareSunday: @d.bdens

Welcome to another Ask Me Anything (Ask Us Anything?) episode! Each week we’ll answer your questions on STR, real estate, OTAs, and everything in between.Addie asks:Our township wants to impose their own licensing and taxes on short-term rentals, and while they deliberate, they’re proposing a one-year ban on all new STRs. This poses issues for our business and we’re just finishing up a new property and getting ready to list it. What can we do?Thanks to everyone who submitted questions. To hear your voice on the show and send a question to Sarah & Annette, visit Speakpipe.com/ThanksforvisitingAMAResources:Go to rentresponsibly.org to get involved in your local community’s STR industry.Thanks 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.

While working for Citi Bank doing financial research and analytics four years ago, Kenny purchased his first short term rental. After deciding to grow his STR portfolio, he found it difficult to identify the best STR markets based on his budget.He founded STR Insights in 2021 as a tool to help investors find their best STR markets. He now has 6 STR's throughout New York. Kenny helps investors find the best STR markets using data and unique finding strategies based on their circumstances.Resources:Get STR InsightsSTR Insights on Facebook@STRInsights on InstagramMeet Kenny at our very first LIVE event! Lean more and get your tickets at https://www.thanksforvisiting.me/vegas#STRShareSunday: @Yellowood_FarmThanks for Visiting is produced by Crate Media.

Welcome to another Ask Me Anything (Ask Us Anything?) episode! Each week we’ll answer your questions on STR, real estate, OTAs, and everything in between.Jesse asks:We just purchased property in another state, which is zoned residential upstairs and commercial/office space downstairs. What tips do you have for managing a rental property from long-distance? And do you have any ideas for leveraging the commercial space on the first floor?Thanks to everyone who submitted questions. To hear your voice on the show and send a question to Sarah & Annette, visit Speakpipe.com/ThanksforvisitingAMAResources:Courtney’s original question from Episode 190Thanks 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.

Zeona McIntyre has been an Airbnb host since 2012. After 10 years of managing short-term rentals across the globe, she has transitioned to selling Real Estate to investors looking to house hack or live for free. She is an avid Real Estate Investor owning a double-digit portfolio of short and medium-term rentals. She has been featured on BiggerPockets, Mr. Money Mustache, NPR, Business Insider, and more than 50 podcasts. She spends half the year in Boulder, Colorado, and the other half traveling the world as an international pet sitter.Zeona has gone from $50K in debt to Financially Free in just 2 years with Airbnb. Now, her focus is on Medium-Term Rentals, highlighted in her new book, 30-Day Stay, where she covers the benefits of medium-length stays over constant turnovers and changing city regulations.Resources:Zeona’s Book, 30-Day Stay: On Amazon or BiggerPockets.com ZeonaMcIntyre.com@ZeonaMcIntyre on Instagram@ZeonaMcIntyre on TwitterEpisode 92: Remote Hosting, Real Estate, and House Hacking with Zeona McIntyre#STRShareSunday: @DunRavenRiverhouseThanks 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 to another Ask Me Anything (Ask Us Anything?) episode! Each week we’ll answer your questions on STR, real estate, OTAs, and everything in between.Holly asks:Should I take on a partnership? How do I know if partnering up is the right move for my business, and once I decide, how do I know I’ve found the right partner?Thanks to everyone who submitted questions. To hear your voice on the show and send a question to Sarah & 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.

Quarterly recaps are a MUST for your business. Whether you’re managing properties for clients, or self-operating your STR listings, regular quarterly reports can help provide a holistic, high-level view of your business’ performance.This real data puts a different spin on the day to day grind, especially in those moments where you feel like you’re having a slow week or your booking calendar is empty. Having oversight into your listings’ performance from month to month, and quarter to quarter, allows you to zoom out and keep you informed. Data over drama!Our 4 Key Metrics in the Quarterly Report:Occupancy rateAverage Daily Rate (ADR) = Total Rev / Nights SoldRevenue Per Available Room (RevPAR) = Total Rev / Available RoomsTotal RevenueResources:#STRShareSunday: @AllBelong.coThanks for Visiting is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode: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!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.

Welcome to another Ask Me Anything (Ask Us Anything?) episode! Each week we’ll answer your questions on STR, real estate, OTAs, and everything in between.Kelsey (@StayJandK) asks:How do you set up your Workday or your work week? There’s so many things I know I could (or should) be doing, but some days it’s so much that I get analysis paralysis. How do you structure things on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis, and how do you know when it’s time to delegate tasks out to your team?Thanks to everyone who submitted questions. To hear your voice on the show and send a question to Sarah & 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.