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Vacation Rental Revolution Podcast

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Jun 13, 2025 • 49min

Episode 282 - Shane & Dannielle Petersen┃Maximizing Your Property In A Saturated Market

GET YOUR LIVE EVENT TICKETS:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vacation-rental-investing-masterclass-tickets-1384455887829?aff=oddtdtcreatorWant to learn more about Vodyssey or start your STR journey. Book a call here:https://meetings.hubspot.com/vodysseystrategysession/booknow?utm_source=vodysseycom&uuid=80fb7859-b8f4-40d1-a31d-15a5caa687b7In this episode of the Vacation Rental Revolution podcast, Shawn Moore interviews Shane and Danielle Peterson, who share their journey in the vacation rental market. They discuss their initial struggles with property management, the transformation of their properties, and the importance of creating immersive guest experiences.FOLLOW US:https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoorehttps://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedomhttps://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmooreGET YOUR FREE BOOK & TRAINING HERE:https://vodyssey.com/Chapters00:00:00 Intro00:01:00 Maximizing Property Potential00:02:53 The Journey into Real Estate00:05:51 Challenges with Property Management00:09:09 Transforming Properties for Success00:11:56 Launching a New Strategy00:14:50 Creating Immersive Guest Experiences00:17:52 The Future of Short-Term Rentals00:22:24 Enhancing Property Appeal Through Art and Photography00:27:12 Understanding Market Performance and Revenue Growth00:33:24 Pricing Strategies and Guest Quality Insights00:39:06 Leveraging AI for Property Management Efficiency
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Jun 11, 2025 • 44min

Episode 281 - How To Revitalize A Struggling Property; From Failing To Flourishing

GET YOUR LIVE EVENT TICKETS:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vacation-rental-investing-masterclass-tickets-1384455887829?aff=oddtdtcreatorWant to learn more about Vodyssey or start your STR journey. Book a call here:https://meetings.hubspot.com/vodysseystrategysession/booknow?utm_source=vodysseycom&uuid=80fb7859-b8f4-40d1-a31d-15a5caa687b7In this episode of Vacation Rental Revolution, Shawn Moore and Jake Shehee discuss how to revitalize a struggling property. They give you actionable step son how to take your property from a money drain to a full powered faucet. FOLLOW US:https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoorehttps://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedomhttps://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmooreGET YOUR FREE BOOK & TRAINING HERE:https://vodyssey.com/Chapters:00:00:00 Intro00:00:30 The Show Begins / Shout Outs00:01:56 Coaching Controversy 00:11:35 Understanding Your "Why" / Foundational Principles 00:16:50 Choosing A Target Audience 00:19:53 Are They Lying To You??00:23:35 Pricing Strategies 00:27:20 Marketing 00:32:12 Design & Photos00:36:06 Looking In The Mirror00:42:00 Wrap Up
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Jun 6, 2025 • 36min

Episode 280 - Tami Singer┃Community Relationships, Insurance, Seasonality, and MORE!

GET YOUR LIVE EVENT TICKETS:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vacation-rental-investing-masterclass-tickets-1384455887829?aff=oddtdtcreatorWant to learn more about Vodyssey or start your STR journey. Book a call here:https://meetings.hubspot.com/vodysseystrategysession/booknow?utm_source=vodysseycom&uuid=80fb7859-b8f4-40d1-a31d-15a5caa687b7In this episode of the Vacation Rental Revolution podcast, host Shawn Moore interviews Tami Singer, an experienced short-term rental investor. They discuss Tami's journey into the short-term rental market, the lessons learned through various challenges, the importance of insurance, and the value of building community relationships. Tami shares insights on advocating for short-term rentals, creating unique guest experiences, and navigating seasonal markets. TAMI'S COLORADO PROPERTY:https://www.vrbo.com/1687549FOLLOW US:https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoorehttps://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedomhttps://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmooreGET YOUR FREE BOOK & TRAINING HERE:https://vodyssey.com/Chapters00:00:00 Intro00:03:06 Tammy's Journey into Short-Term Rentals00:05:59 Lessons Learned in the Short-Term Rental Market00:09:05 The Importance of Insurance in Rentals00:11:59 Building Community Relationships00:14:53 Advocating for Short-Term Rentals00:18:01 Creating Unique Guest Experiences00:20:59 Navigating Seasonal Markets00:23:56 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Jun 4, 2025 • 38min

Episode 279 - Maximize Profits During Peak Season PLUS "Is Now A Good Time To Buy?" Answered

GET YOUR LIVE EVENT TICKETS:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vacation-rental-investing-masterclass-tickets-1384455887829?aff=oddtdtcreatorWant to learn more about Vodyssey or start your STR journey. Book a call here:https://meetings.hubspot.com/vodysseystrategysession/booknow?utm_source=vodysseycom&uuid=80fb7859-b8f4-40d1-a31d-15a5caa687b7In this episode of the Vacation Rental Revolution podcast, Shawn Moore and Jake Shehee discuss the importance of understanding seasonality in short-term rentals, effective pricing strategies during peak seasons, and the significance of marketing campaigns to keep properties top of mind for potential guests. They also explore the current real estate market dynamics, emphasizing the opportunities available for buyers in a shifting market.FOLLOW US:https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoorehttps://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedomhttps://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmooreGET YOUR FREE BOOK & TRAINING HERE:https://vodyssey.com/Campaigns00:00:00 Intro00:00:12 The Show Begins00:01:00 Understanding Seasonality (Pricing)00:12:45 What Is Your Lead Time?00:15:20 Minimum Night Stays00:17:05 Top Of Mind Campaigns & Direct Bookings00:20:30 Consumer Behavior - Desirability 00:22:15 How To Handle A Worst Case Scenario00:25:50 Is Now A Good Time To Buy00:33:30 Wrap Up & Encouragement
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May 30, 2025 • 39min

Episode 278 - Erin Lenhardt┃How Erin Scaled Her Idea Into Long Term Success

Want to learn more about Vodyssey or start your STR journey. Book a call here:https://meetings.hubspot.com/vodysseystrategysession/booknow?utm_source=vodysseycom&uuid=80fb7859-b8f4-40d1-a31d-15a5caa687b7In this episode of the Vacation Rental Revolution podcast, host Shawn Moore speaks with Erin Lenhardt, a successful short-term rental investor and property manager. Erin shares her journey into the short-term rental industry, emphasizing the importance of guest experience and the balance between automation and human touch in hospitality. They discuss the challenges of scaling a hospitality business, the transition from lease arbitrage to property management, and the significance of being a licensed property manager.ERIN'S WEBSITE:https://thebrighthouse.us/CONTACT ERIN:919.602.1729hello@thebrighthouse.usERIN'S PROPERTIES:https://thebrighthouse.us/book-a-stay/FOLLOW US:https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoorehttps://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedomhttps://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmooreGET YOUR FREE BOOK & TRAINING HERE:https://vodyssey.com/Chapters00:00:00 Intro00:00:56 Erin's Journey into Short-Term Rentals00:02:29 The Importance of Guest Experience00:07:45 Balancing Automation and Human Touch00:11:58 Scaling Hospitality in Short-Term Rentals00:14:31 Transitioning from Lease Arbitrage to Property Management00:17:40 The Role of Licensed Property Management00:20:14 Navigating Property Management Decisions00:22:34 Setting Up for Success: The Investor's Role00:25:10 The Importance of Property Design and Amenities00:27:54 Creating Memorable Guest Experiences00:29:50 Leveraging Unique Properties for Marketing00:33:37 Advice for Future Investors
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May 28, 2025 • 39min

Episode 277 - What Amenities Boost ROI, Understanding Markets, Choose A Target Audience, and MORE!

GET YOUR LIVE EVENT TICKETS:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vacation-rental-investing-masterclass-tickets-1384455887829?aff=oddtdtcreatorWant to learn more about Vodyssey or start your STR journey. Book a call here:https://meetings.hubspot.com/vodysseystrategysession/booknow?utm_source=vodysseycom&uuid=80fb7859-b8f4-40d1-a31d-15a5caa687b7In this episode of the Vacation Rental Revolution podcast, host Shawn Moore and guest Jake Shehee discuss the critical aspects of managing short-term rental properties. They delve into guest expectations, the importance of amenities, and how to create unique experiences for guests. The conversation covers the balance between providing essential amenities and enhancing the guest experience, the significance of understanding costs and liabilities, and the necessity of running the numbers to make informed investment decisions.FOLLOW US:https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoorehttps://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedomhttps://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmooreGET YOUR FREE BOOK & TRAINING HERE:https://vodyssey.com/Chapters00:00:00 Intro00:03:11 Guest Expectations in Short-Term Rentals00:05:57 Amenities: Essentials vs. Enhancements00:09:10 Indoor Spaces: Game Rooms vs. Bedrooms00:11:55 Outdoor Amenities: Pools, Hot Tubs, and More00:21:02 Cost, Liability, and Maintenance of Amenities00:27:02 Understanding the Numbers for Investment Decisions00:31:08 Creating Unique Experiences vs. Overloading Amenities00:35:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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May 23, 2025 • 26min

Episode 276 - Keith Stewart┃Master Horseback Riding With NO Experience

Want to learn more about Vodyssey or start your STR journey. Book a call here:https://meetings.hubspot.com/vodysseystrategysession/booknow?utm_source=vodysseycom&uuid=80fb7859-b8f4-40d1-a31d-15a5caa687b7In this episode of the Vacation Rental Revolution podcast, host Shawn Moore interviews Keith Stewart from Cowboy Campus University. They discuss Keith's journey from growing up in the mountains of Canada, surrounded by horses, to becoming a professional horse trainer. Keith shares insights on the importance of confidence in riders, the evolution of horse training, and how he has built a family business around his passion for horses.JOIN COWBOY CAMPUS:https://www.cowboycampus.com/FOLLOW KEITH:http://www.youtube.com/@UCUZ0Rc2-y1OF1CFY0MkRlEw https://www.instagram.com/thecowboycampus/https://www.instagram.com/keithstewarthorsemanshiphttps://www.facebook.com/cowboycampus?eid=ARBXXpN-rcS2Vyk4lRbDNpbb7N4HuM6OP8z07LVJew9AzPmFOXnxZ37LESE1jtbpdrVeSulMWh0vHiye#CONTACT KEITH:keith.cowboycampus@gmail.com+1 403-601-7370FOLLOW US:https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoorehttps://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedomhttps://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmooreGET YOUR FREE BOOK & TRAINING HERE:https://vodyssey.com/Chapters00:00:00 Intro00:03:02 Keith's Early Life and Connection to Horses00:05:56 Transitioning from Rodeo to Horse Training00:09:02 The Journey of Becoming a Professional Horse Trainer00:11:54 Building a Business Around Horse Training00:15:13 The Importance of Confidence in Riders00:17:57 The Balance of Teaching and Practicing00:21:00 The Role of Family in Cowboy Campus00:24:02 Wrap Up
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May 21, 2025 • 33min

Episode 275 - Who You Need & Why, How Much Does This Cost, and MORE!

Want to learn more about Vodyssey or start your STR journey. Book a call here:https://meetings.hubspot.com/vodysseystrategysession/booknow?utm_source=vodysseycom&uuid=80fb7859-b8f4-40d1-a31d-15a5caa687b7In this episode of the Vacation Rental Revolution Podcast we discuss the essential components of building a successful team for short-term rental management. They emphasize the importance of having a reliable dream team, including real estate agents, property managers, and maintenance personnel. The conversation also delves into the emotional challenges of managing properties from a distance, the financial requirements for property acquisition, and the implications of recent changes in college sports regarding athlete compensation. FOLLOW US:https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoorehttps://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedomhttps://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmooreGET YOUR FREE BOOK & TRAINING HERE:https://vodyssey.com/Chapters00:00:00 Building Your Dream Team00:08:51 Navigating Property Management Challenges00:11:56 Understanding Financial Requirements00:17:12 Emotional Aspects of Property Investment00:18:08 The Impact of NIL in College Sports00:27:14 Conspiracy Theories and Their Implications
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May 16, 2025 • 52min

Episode 274 - Joe & Amy Jaques┃Short Term Rentals and Long Term Wealth

Want to learn more about Vodyssey or start your STR journey. Book a call here:https://meetings.hubspot.com/vodysseystrategysession/booknow?utm_source=vodysseycom&uuid=80fb7859-b8f4-40d1-a31d-15a5caa687b7The conversation covers their motivations, challenges faced during market shifts, and the importance of location and appeal in property selection. Joe and Amy discuss the hard work behind their success, emphasizing that opportunities often come at inconvenient times and require resourcefulness to navigate. In this conversation, Shawn Moore discusses the journey of building a successful property portfolio, emphasizing the importance of resilience, communication, and customer experience in the vacation rental industry.BOOK THEIR PROPERTIES:https://goparadisevacations.com/propertiesFOLLOW US:https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoorehttps://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedomhttps://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmooreGET YOUR FREE BOOK & TRAINING HERE:https://vodyssey.com/Chapters00:00:00 Intro00:02:51 The Seed of Vacation Rental Investing00:06:04 Navigating the Market Shifts00:08:49 Building the Portfolio00:12:04 Challenges and Opportunities in Property Management00:14:58 The Importance of Location and Appeal00:17:50 Scaling the Portfolio00:21:03 The Hard Work Behind Success00:26:10 Building Resilience Through Experience00:29:05 The Importance of Communication in Customer Experience00:30:52 Expanding the Property Portfolio00:34:07 Navigating Property Choices: Condos vs. Single Family Homes00:37:02 The Law of Attraction in Real Estate Investments00:45:21 Advice for Aspiring Real Estate Investors
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May 14, 2025 • 38min

Episode 273 - The Acquisition Process, Upcoming Recession, Gorilla Debate and MORE

Want to learn more about Vodyssey or start your STR journey. Book a call here:https://meetings.hubspot.com/vodysseystrategysession/booknow?utm_source=vodysseycom&uuid=80fb7859-b8f4-40d1-a31d-15a5caa687b7In this episode of the Vacation Rental Revolution podcast, hosts Jake Shehee and Jaycob Payne delve into the intricacies of property investment, focusing on how smart investors select winning properties. They discuss the importance of location, market trends, and the significance of data analysis in making informed decisions. Real-life experiences highlight the challenges and mistakes investors can face, while a light-hearted debate about whether 100 humans could defeat a silverback gorilla adds a fun twist to the conversation.FOLLOW US:https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoorehttps://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedomhttps://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmooreGET YOUR FREE BOOK & TRAINING HERE:https://vodyssey.com/Chapters00:00:00 Intro00:03:07 How Smart Investors Pick Winning Properties00:04:33 Location: The Key to Success00:11:24 Market Insights and Trends00:17:35 Understanding Data and Numbers00:21:54 Real Life Experiences in Property Investment00:30:03 Fun Debate: 100 Humans vs. Silverback Gorilla

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