Vacation Rental Revolution Podcast

Shawn Moore
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Jan 2, 2026 • 17min

Episode 340 - Listen BEFORE Investing In Short Term Rentals, Managing Expectations & Preparing For Success

WEBINAR LINK:https://shawnmoore.clickfunnels.com/optiniyvvg89sWant 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-15a5caa687b7FOLLOW US:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16XJMvMbVo/https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoorehttps://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedomhttps://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmooreCONTACT US:support@vodyssey.com
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Dec 31, 2025 • 1h 9min

Episode 339 - 2026 Predictions - Advice How To Build Wealth - Housing Market, Interest Rates, Shifts, and MORE!

WEBINAR LINK:https://shawnmoore.clickfunnels.com/optiniyvvg89sWant 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-15a5caa687b7FOLLOW US:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16XJMvMbVo/https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoorehttps://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedomhttps://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmooreCONTACT US:support@vodyssey.comSOURCES:1) https://fred.stlouisfed.org/series/MSPUS2) https://www.freddiemac.com/pmms3) https://www.fool.com/money/research/average-cost-of-a-vacation/#:~:text=The%20average%20cost%20of%20a%20vacation%20is%20projected%20to%20be,trip%20costs%20$925%20per%20day.4) https://www.news-graphic.com/news/national/average-american-spent-over-2-000-on-travel-in-2025/article_44d4f34b-8d2d-5747-9c74-7be416e7883c.html5) https://news.airbnb.com/airbnb-q1-2025-financial-results/6) https://news.airbnb.com/airbnb-q3-2025-financial-results/7) https://www.airdna.co/outlook-report8) https://www.bea.gov/#:~:text=Gross%20Domestic%20Product%2C%203rd%20Quarter,the%20calculation%20of%20GDP%2C%20decreased.Chapters00:00:00 Intro00:04:25 2026 Predictions: Housing Market Insights00:14:15 Travel Trends and Vacation Costs00:20:14 Short-Term Rental Market Dynamics00:32:58 Seasonal Changes and Their Impact00:37:03 Exploring International Short-Term Rentals00:41:39 The Role of AI in Property Management00:50:18 Airbnb's Expansion into Experiences00:58:17 Advice for Building Financial Freedom in 2026
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Dec 26, 2025 • 50min

Episode 338 - Young Man Builds Wealth With STR's Before Turning 35

WEBINAR LINK:https://shawnmoore.clickfunnels.com/optiniyvvg89sWant 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-15a5caa687b7FOLLOW US:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16XJMvMbVo/https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoorehttps://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedomhttps://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmooreCONTACT US:support@vodyssey.comJASPER'S PROPERTY:http://airbnb.com/h/bigfootcabinblueridgeChapters00:00:00 Intro00:03:08 Jasper's Journey into Real Estate00:05:56 Choosing the Right Location for Investment00:08:58 Building and Designing the Property00:12:04 Challenges of Construction and Furnishing00:14:57 Creating a Family-Friendly Experience00:18:07 Marketing and Target Audience Insights00:22:39 The Bigfoot Cabin Concept00:28:18 Launch Strategy and Initial Success00:35:38 Tax Benefits and Cost Segregation00:41:08 Lessons Learned for Future Investments
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Dec 24, 2025 • 28min

Episode 337 - 5 Things You Can Do To Immediately Make Your Property Perform Higher

WEBINAR LINK:https://shawnmoore.clickfunnels.com/optiniyvvg89sWant 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-15a5caa687b7FOLLOW US:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16XJMvMbVo/https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoorehttps://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedomhttps://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmooreCONTACT US:support@vodyssey.comSalt Lake City Property:https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1567780007021196239?check_in=2025-12-17&check_out=2025-12-22&guests=1&adults=4&children=2&s=67&unique_share_id=7e6bbdf4-bb10-45e9-abc9-cffc6c33f390&source_impression_id=p3_1766073085_P34Xt4FB0Mye8RUrTampa Florida Property:https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1571410703542803717?guests=1&adults=1&s=67&unique_share_id=cfdfae97-6ec0-4fa2-8708-0a8e8527ac2e&source_impression_id=p3_1766091657_P3NLbZ_bxiAuR9g-
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Dec 19, 2025 • 38min

Episode 336 - From 1 Property to 2; What The Road Of A Growing Portfolio Is Like

WEBINAR LINK:https://shawnmoore.clickfunnels.com/optiniyvvg89sWant 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-15a5caa687b7FOLLOW US:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16XJMvMbVo/ https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoore https://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedom https://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmooreCONTACT US:support@vodyssey.comPROPERTY 1:https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1302339866752283581?guests=1&adults=1&s=67&unique_share_id=bbe08662-f14c-49be-a29c-97e874affe04PROPERTY 2:https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1561844108241128266?guests=1&adults=1&s=67&unique_share_id=dd8ce250-5eae-48fe-96e1-132120b80c40Chapters00:00:00 Intro00:02:54 Chris Barnett's Journey into Real Estate00:05:52 The Appeal of Short-Term Rentals00:08:52 Market Selection and Strategy00:12:07 Navigating Challenges in a Competitive Market00:15:03 Launching Property Number One00:17:48 Expanding to Property Number Two00:20:49 Setting Up and Managing Properties00:23:56 The Importance of a Support Team00:26:49 Lessons Learned and Future Goals
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Dec 17, 2025 • 37min

Episode 335 - How To CORRECTLY Buy A STR With A Family Member/Friend

WEBINAR LINK:https://shawnmoore.clickfunnels.com/optiniyvvg89sWant 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-15a5caa687b7FOLLOW US:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16XJMvMbVo/https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoorehttps://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedomhttps://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmooreCONTACT US:support@vodyssey.com"Episode 290: How Two Friends Built A Successful STR Business"https://youtu.be/hFvQipa7FlcChapters00:00:00 The Dynamics of Partnerships with Friends and Family00:10:08 Setting Clear Expectations in Business Ventures00:20:04 Navigating Usage Rights in Shared Properties00:29:57 Exit Strategies and Maintaining Relationships
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Dec 12, 2025 • 36min

Episode 334 - "We Should've Started Sooner" - Married Couple Shares How Vodyssey Helped Them Succeed With STR's┃Steve & Maggie Schrag

WEBINAR LINK:https://shawnmoore.clickfunnels.com/optiniyvvg89sWant 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-15a5caa687b7THEIR PROPERTIES:Colorado - https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1562755960719728607?viralityEntryPoint=1&unique_share_id=75F720DA-73D5-45DF-9682-4E74518AC66C&slcid=ae779542d3cb4d3ab2ee90fb49e1a2db&s=76&adults=1&slug=H5IocvFZ&source_impression_id=p3_1765493550_P3wICDvIPieGTBB5Branson- https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1229090822825468471?check_out=2024-12-06&viralityEntryPoint=1&unique_share_id=23DC7E9C-B549-459E-B846-BC88CCFB6B5E&slcid=807a858f8a1649c7920bb6b5621a2751&s=76&feature=share&adults=1&check_in=2024-11-30&channel=native&slug=DFIlMRFV&source_impression_id=p3_1765493554_P3devVem0Q8Qmg8QFOLLOW US:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16XJMvMbVo/https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoorehttps://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedomhttps://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmooreChapters00:00:00 Intro00:02:54 The Journey Begins: From Long-Term to Short-Term Rentals00:06:11 Navigating the Market: Choosing Branson for Investment00:09:02 Lessons Learned: The Importance of Underwriting and Marketing00:11:59 Expanding Horizons: The Move to Steamboat00:15:02 Setting Up for Success: The Setup Process and Challenges00:17:10 Navigating Property Goals and Market Dynamics00:21:16 Understanding Regulations in Short-Term Rentals00:24:40 Challenges in the Launch Process00:26:32 Successful Launch and Initial Bookings00:30:28 Future Goals and Portfolio Expansion00:32:17 Lessons Learned and Advice for New Investors
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Dec 10, 2025 • 51min

Episode 333 - Want Your First STR to Make You Money? Do This Before You Spend a Dime

WEBINAR LINK:https://shawnmoore.clickfunnels.com/optiniyvvg89sWant 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-15a5caa687b7FOLLOW US:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16XJMvMbVo/https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoorehttps://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedomhttps://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmooreCONTACT US:support@vodyssey.comCHRI'S PROPERTY:https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1561844108241128266?guests=1&adults=1&s=67&unique_share_id=dd8ce250-5eae-48fe-96e1-132120b80c40&source_impression_id=p3_1765207555_P33KUG_eJqWKga7DTAYLOR SWIFT ARTICLE:https://www.cnbc.com/2025/08/31/taylor-swift-tax-on-high-end-vacation-homes-spreads-to-more-states.htmlChapters00:00:00 Intro00:12:18 Setting Goals and Milestones00:24:20 Understanding Market Dynamics00:35:51 Overcoming Procrastination and Emotional Cycles00:45:13 The Impact of Taxation on Short-Term Rentals
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Dec 5, 2025 • 42min

Episode 332 - From 0 to Success - How Our Member Built A STR Business┃Joel Martin

WEBINAR LINK:https://shawnmoore.clickfunnels.com/optiniyvvg89sWant 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-15a5caa687b7JOEL'S PROPERTY:https://www.topshelfhockinghills.com/stargazer-hocking-hills-orp5b64691xJOEL'S WEBSITEhttps://www.topshelfstr.com/FOLLOW US:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16XJMvMbVo/https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoorehttps://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedomhttps://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmooreChapters00:00:00 Intro00:02:47 Joel's Journey into Short-Term Rentals00:05:50 Identifying the Right Market00:09:04 Family Involvement in Vacation Home Investing00:11:54 Challenges and Lessons in Property Acquisition00:14:53 Launching the Property and Market Insights00:18:03 Transitioning to Property Management00:22:12 Navigating Limited Options in Property Management00:22:59 The Journey of Building a Property Management Business00:23:55 The Importance of Owner Perspective in Management00:24:48 Aligning Business Models for Success00:26:29 Understanding Market Dynamics and Consumer Demand00:28:15 Maximizing Revenue During Peak Seasons00:29:55 Influencing Market Behavior and Experience00:32:19 Proactive Strategies for Shoulder Seasons00:33:58 Future Growth and Expansion Plans00:36:18 The Importance of Taking Action and Learning
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Dec 3, 2025 • 50min

Episode 331 - How The Wealthy Leverage Short Term Rentals for Massive Tax Breaks

WEBINAR LINK:https://shawnmoore.clickfunnels.com/optiniyvvg89sSTEVES PROPERTY IN COLORADO:https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1562755960719728607?viralityEntryPoint=1&unique_share_id=75F720DA-73D5-45DF-9682-4E74518AC66C&slcid=f67ba495b69446a6b612e8f0e08ce9fa&s=76&adults=1&slug=H5IocvFZ&source_impression_id=p3_1764603172_P3xZWWfOChvAAzeuBRIANS #2 PROPERTY:https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1210802453550285035?source_impression_id=p3_1764611172_P35HYp_4O4CCnnnoWant 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-15a5caa687b7FOLLOW US:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16XJMvMbVo/https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoorehttps://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedomhttps://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmooreChapters00:00:00 Intro00:01:53 Leveraging Short-Term Rentals for Tax Benefits00:05:47 Understanding Tax Strategies and Misconceptions00:11:48 Real-Life Scenarios: Using Tax Savings Effectively00:19:55 Material Participation and Cost Segregation Explained00:29:34 Navigating the Short-Term Rental Market00:38:53 Looking Ahead: Planning for 2026 and Beyond

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