Shopping for your property never gets old. It’s not just about doing it as quickly or cheaply as possible—it’s about putting a piece of yourself and your style into your short-term rental. But while the shopping experience might be fun, there are plenty of parts that aren’t—from seeing the price tag at the end of it all, to juggling tracking and deliveries across multiple brands, and more.Marc is a self-proclaimed boutique geek and is passionate about the future of retail. After spending nearly 6 years working at Jet.com (acquired by Walmart), he quickly realized that the best product experiences don't happen on screens or shelves—they happen in real moments of use “in the wild.” Marc founded Minoan to help hosts create, and capitalize on, rich moments in their homes, save money on everything they need to buy, and spend a fraction of the time on the unsexy things that come along with ordering. Minoan turns your properties into shoppable experiences where guests can order the items they love from your stay, and you make some extra income in the process. We discuss how using Minoan can turn the process of furnishing your rental into a win-win-win for everyone involved.Resources:minoanexperience.comClick here to apply to Minoan: minoanexperience.com/join-usInstagram: @minoanexperienceExample Minoan shoppable property: https://grun-meadow.minoanexperience.comExample Minoan shoppable property: https://villakuro.minoanexperience.com/single-space/spacesGraph: Airbnb vs. Hotel ChainsVisit thanksforvisiting.me/workshop to watch our Hosting Business Mastery Method workshop!#STRShareSunday: @rosehillcottagerappahannockThanks for Visiting is produced and published 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.

In this episode, we break down the endless opportunities available by making your property as accessible as possible.Lorraine Woodward is founder and CEO of Becoming RentABLE, a new listing platform where she and her team are aiming to change the way the short-term industry looks and redefine what it means to have a truly accessible STR.We talk about what makes a property accessible (or not), how much money the industry is missing out on due to inaccessibility, and what it means to people to have access to amazing vacation rentals like yours. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, and your mind will be blown. Resources:BecomingRentABLE.comVisit thanksforvisiting.me/workshop to watch our Hosting Business Mastery Method workshop!#STRShareSunday: @welcomesloughfloatinghomeThanks for Visiting is produced and published 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.

It’s been far too long since Justin Ford has been on the show, but don’t worry, he’s going to make up for it. He’s been steeped in the short-term rental industry since his last appearance, and he’s going to share with us all of the trends and themes he’s noticed when it comes to safety. One issue in particular that he keeps seeing is that people still don’t have smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in their homes, and there’s no excuse for that. In this episode, he shares why fire alarms and CO detectors are so important and what you need to know about them to keep your guests safe.Resources:Ring Alarm Smoke & CO Listenerjustinford.expertbreezeway.iobreezeway.io/safety-app120. Make Deck Safety a Priority with Justin Ford - Thanks For Visiting110. 7 Tips to Ensure Pool & Spa Safety with Justin Ford - Thanks For VisitingCleaning is Now Safety56 | Dryer Safety in Your Short Term Rental | with Justin FordVisit thanksforvisiting.me/workshop to watch our Hosting Business Mastery Method workshop!#STRShareSunday: @lucky_bend_lookoutThanks for Visiting is a production of Crate MediaMentioned 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.

Emily Miethner, like many of you, is a serial entrepreneur with a focus on social media, community building, and digital marketing. She’s an award-winning speaker and adjunct professor with over 12 years of experience delivering engaging talks both online and off.Not only does she specialize in social media, but she’s decoded how it works with short-term rentals as well. In 2021, she opened her first rental property, Kin House, and launched a Catskills / Hudson Valley brand, Getaway Upstate. She’s also the co-founder of Travel Cat, a global seven-figure e-commerce brand.We talk about how to get started with digital marketing, the best platforms to be on, the campaigns Emily used to see results, and turning one-time guests into repeat customers.Resources:getawayupstate.comJoin the Getaway Upstate mailing list for inspirationInstagram: @getawayupstateVisit thanksforvisiting.me/workshop to watch our Hosting Business Mastery Method workshop!#STRShareSunday: @carolinawildwoodThanks for Visiting is a production of 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.

Do you realize how important you are to your guests, to your community, to your family – and to people you don’t even know? Kisa Heyer, CEO of The Dream Foundation, joins us to talk about the organization's special relationship with Airbnb hosts across the country, the very important role business owners and hosts can play in making dreams come true, and how you can take part in the magic.Resources:dreamfoundation.orgTwitter: @dreamfoundFacebook: facebook.com/DreamfoundationInstagram: @dream_foundationReach out to Dream Foundation’s VP of Programs Barbara Schoch if you’re interested in supporting future dreams: barbara@dreamfoundation.orgVisit thanksforvisiting.me/workshop to watch our Hosting Business Mastery Method workshop!#STRShareSunday: @thetrendytudorThanks for Visiting is a production of Crate MediaMentioned 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.

Jeff Brown is here to teach us how to dream big and scale our businesses with investor capital. He’s the co-founder of Loma Homes, a vacation rental brand that specializes in unique themed experiences. He talks about what you need to do to get started looking for investors, the way that will affect your approach to finding properties, his “20% rule” for ensuring revenue, and how to build a portfolio of properties that can be sold at a massive profit.Resources:loma-homes.comEmail: jeff@loma-homes.comVisit thanksforvisiting.me/workshop to watch our Hosting Business Mastery Method workshop!#STRShareSunday: @aframelakeozarkThanks for Visiting is a production of Crate Media

One thing nobody tells you when you start your hosting journey is that you’re going to have to get really, really good at revenue management. Well, scratch that, because we’re going to tell you now – with a little help from a member of our Hosting Business Mastery group, Kylan Pimley! We talk about the moment she realized that this needed to be managed like a business, when they began making the shift from treating it like a job to a company, and how managing short-term rentals requires looking at things through a different lens than a landlord.Resources:linktr.ee/gogorgegetawaysVisit thanksforvisiting.me/workshop to watch our Hosting Business Mastery Method workshop!#STRShareSunday: @mihomeawayThanks for Visiting is a production of Crate MediaMentioned 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.

Look, we get it – legal talk isn’t usually the most exciting thing in the world, but Scott Brown, an attorney out of Columbus, Ohio who specializes in intellectual property law for startups and entrepreneurs, keeps things interesting. He’s been working with us to make sure our business is legally covered and he’s familiar with the greater real estate industry as well. We discuss what you need to know, and more importantly, do, to keep your STR business legally secure.Resources:anthonylawllc.comVisit thanksforvisiting.me/workshop to watch our Hosting Business Mastery Method workshop!#STRShareSunday: @coastalcedarsanctuaryThanks for Visiting is a production of Crate MediaMentioned 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.

Finding ways to stand out in the rental industry is key. What better way to stand out than running a massive summer camp out of a historical 1920s speakeasy? Tereasa Surratt is a creative director in Chicago who rescued a century-old 25-acre summer camp that she then renovated with her husband. She shares how they balance running the, now, 60-person capacity Airbnb summer camp while juggling day jobs in marketing, the benefits of putting passion ahead of profit, and the virtuous cycle of shining a spotlight on your competitors.Resources:wandawega.comHow to Host with Camp WandawegaVisit thanksforvisiting.me/workshop to watch our Hosting Business Mastery Method workshop!#STRShareSunday: @faroutcottageThanks for Visiting is a production of Crate MediaMentioned 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.

One topic we hear again and again when it comes to short-term rentals: What do we do about pets? Today’s guest is an expert when it comes to incorporating pets into rental properties. Heather Kazmark is a co-host that works alongside her family at Kradel's Kabins and loves animals and nature. In this episode, listeners will hear all about how to decide whether to list your property as pet-friendly or not, what dog owners appreciate most at these rentals, and what your obligations are to the ADA and FHA in this context.Resources:kradelskabins.comInstagram: @kradelskabinsVisit thanksforvisiting.me/workshop to watch our Hosting Business Mastery Method workshop!#STRShareSunday: @staywithsebrellThanks for Visiting is a production of Crate MediaMentioned 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.