Vacation Rental Revolution Podcast

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 Mark and Melissa Crawford, successful short-term rental investors from Des Moines, Iowa. They share their journey into glamping, discussing the backstory of their investment, the setup costs, operational challenges, and the unique guest experiences they create. They also provide insights into the dynamics of managing a property close to home and the benefits of being in the experience business rather than just the property business.STAY AT THEIR PROPERTY:https://taketenrentals.com/saylor-creek-hideaway-orp5b57941xFOLLOW 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.comChapters00:00:00 Intro00:01:30 The Backstory of Glamping Ventures00:04:43 Investment Insights and Setup Costs00:08:42 Operational Challenges and Seasonal Considerations00:12:31 Creating Unique Guest Experiences00:16:01 Proximity and Management Dynamics00:19:12 Future Expansion and Opportunities00:24:34 Advice for Aspiring Glamping Hosts

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, Shawn Moore and Jake Shehee discuss the critical role of marketing in the vacation rental industry. They explore various aspects of marketing, including the importance of creating unique experiences, the limitations of influencer marketing, and the necessity of high-quality photography. The conversation also delves into strategies for retaining customers, the impact of OTA algorithms on visibility, and the effectiveness of SEO and paid ads.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 Intro00:00:30 The Importance of Marketing in Vacation Rentals00:03:12 Understanding Influencer Marketing and Its Limitations00:05:59 Creating Unique Experiences to Stand Out00:08:50 The Role of Photography in Marketing00:12:04 Launching with Quality vs. Quantity in Marketing00:14:56 The Impact of OTA Algorithms on Visibility00:17:49 Retaining Customers Through Effective Communication00:21:11 Utilizing SEO and Paid Ads for Growth

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 Dr. David Rosmarin, an expert in anxiety management. They discuss the nature of anxiety as a human emotion, the difference between clinical and nonclinical anxiety, and the importance of embracing stress as a part of life. The conversation also touches on parenting strategies to build resilience in children and the impact of the digital world on mental health.DR. ROSMARIN'S WEBSITEhttps://dhrosmarin.com/FOLLOW DR. ROSMARINhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/david-h-rosmarin-a019a310/https://www.instagram.com/dhrosmarin/https://www.facebook.com/DavidHRosmarinhttps://x.com/dhrosmarin?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthorhttps://www.tiktok.com/@dhrosmarinFOLLOW 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 Introduction 00:02:53 Understanding Anxiety: A Human Emotion00:05:57 Clinical vs. Nonclinical Anxiety00:09:02 The Role of Stress in Success00:12:09 Four Steps to Manage Anxiety00:14:56 The Importance of Letting Go00:18:08 Teaching Resilience to Children00:20:53 Navigating the Digital World and Anxiety00:24:03 Final Thoughts and Advice

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, Shawn Moore discusses the critical mindset needed for successful investing, emphasizing the importance of understanding income versus investment problems. The conversation also touches on the significance of mentorship, the risks associated with investing, and the mindset required to navigate the challenges of building wealth.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 Intro00:03:09 Understanding the Investment Landscape00:05:47 The Importance of Income and Savings00:00:09:02 Navigating Risks in Investing00:12:07 The Role of Age in Investment Decisions00:14:54 Finding the Right Path in Investing00:18:07 The Value of Mentorship and Coaching00:21:14 Defining Our Investment Strategy00:24:01 Mindset and Personal Responsibility00:27:08 Evaluating Potential Investors00:29:55 Conclusion and Next Steps