Patryk Real Estate Show - Short Term Rentals

I sit down with Ariel Smith, a hospitality powerhouse who went from sales rep to managing a 60-person guest comms team—and now runs her own short-term rental company with 30 properties in one of the most competitive markets: San Diego.Ariel shares her journey from her early days at Home Suite and AvantStay (back when they only had 30 listings!) to building a thriving, hospitality-first STR business. Whether you’re an operator with 3 properties or 300, this episode is a masterclass in hospitality strategy and operational excellence.Connect with me....Podcast: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patryk-swietekYouTube Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@patrykswietekInstagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/patryk_swietek/Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/strnation/Connect with Ariel Smith on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/arielisabelsmith/

We have Neil Shah, a humble yet incredibly successful boutique hotel investor who now owns 10+ properties and has helped countless others break into the hospitality space. Neil immigrated to the U.S. in 1997 with an electrical engineering degree, barely English, and no hotel background. Fast-forward to today: he’s built a boutique hotel portfolio and become a go-to resource for aspiring investors.In this episode, we cover:• How Neil got his start in hospitality (by accident!)• Learning English through hotel work• Becoming a GM and leaving California• His first hotel investment (and how it happened by helping someone else)• Boutique hotels vs traditional STRs• Advice for people trying to break into this space ...and so much more!If you’ve ever thought about getting into hospitality or boutique hotels, this is a must-listen.Connect with me....Podcast: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patryk-swietekYouTube Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@patrykswietekInstagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/patryk_swietek/Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/strnation/Connect with Neil Shah on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nilang007/

We sit down with Riley Goldman, CEO and Founder of Beachside VR, to unpack the sales strategies that helped him scale to over 250 short-term rental units under management, growing fast.He shares his journey from starting with just a handful of units to building a 300+ property portfolio without relying on heavy marketing spend. We dive deep into his authentic approach to sales, how word-of-mouth fueled his early growth, the power of staying niche-focused in one market, and the mindset shifts that keep him motivated every day.Connect with me....Podcast: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patryk-swietekYouTube Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@patrykswietekInstagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/patryk_swietek/Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/strnation/Connect with Riley Goldman on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/riley-goldman-7490b829a/

I’m joined by Taylor Jones, founder of STR Search, an acquisition firm that’s helped investors close over 205 profitable short-term rental deals across the country. If you’re active on LinkedIn, chances are you’ve seen his name. Taylor’s known for consistently sharing valuable insights and hard-hitting data around STR acquisitions and performance.We dive deep into what separates a high-performing Airbnb from one that underdelivers. Taylor shares why the buy is the most critical part of your short-term rental journey, how he analyzes deals at scale, and what factors he looks at before making an offer.Connect with me...Podcast: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patryk-swietekYouTube Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@patrykswietekInstagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/patryk_swietek/Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/strnation/Connect with Taylor Jones on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-jones-38997154/

I’m sitting down with Dustin Baker, a digital marketing pro who’s shaking up how short-term rentals get seen, booked, and branded. With nearly a decade of experience across e-commerce and tech, Dustin brings a fresh perspective to an industry overdue for a marketing glow-up. We dive into why relying solely on Airbnb isn’t the move anymore, and how social media, email strategy, and content funnels can help you take control of your bookings (and your income). Whether managing a portfolio or just getting started with your first unique stay, this convo breaks down actionable ways to build a real brand—not just a listing. Dustin shares how to create a full-funnel strategy that actually works in 2025. If you're trying to grow your STR game the smart way, this one’s for you.Connect with me...Podcast: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patryk-swietekYouTube Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@patrykswietekInstagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/patryk_swietek/Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/strnation/Connect with Dustin Baker on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dustindbaker/

In this episode, we sit down with Isaac French, a lifelong entrepreneur who built and sold Live Oak Lake, an experiential hospitality venture that grossed over $1M in its first year. Isaac shares his journey from a homeschool upbringing on a Texas farm to designing and scaling a multimillion-dollar hospitality brand—all before turning 30!If you’re interested in real estate, short-term rentals, or building a business from scratch, this episode is packed with insights you don’t want to miss!Connect with me...Podcast: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patryk-swietekYouTube Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@patrykswietekInstagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/patryk_swietek/Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/strnation/Connect with Isaac French on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/isaacfrench_/

In this episode, we sit down with Zach Busekrus, a well-connected entrepreneur in the short-term rental (STR) space. From launching and selling his own startup to building powerful networks within the industry, Zach has seen it all!We dive deep into loyalty in the STR industry and how concepts from hospitality giants like Hilton and Marriott can be applied to short-term rentals. Zach, Head of the Journey Alliance, shares his insights on retention, scaling, and the future of guest experience.Connect with me...Podcast: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patryk-swietekYouTube Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@patrykswietekInstagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/patryk_swietek/Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/strnation/Connect with Zach Busekrus on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/zacharybusekrus/

In this episode, I sit with Brooke Pfautz, founder and CEO of Vintori & Comparent, who is an absolute beast in the short-term rental industry. He’s helped 800+ companies scale their acquisitions and even wrote a book on it. But here’s the crazy part – Brooke built his empire after losing everything in the 2007 crash. How did he bounce back? How did he scale from 0 to 500 units in just 5 years? And most importantly… how can you do it too?Don’t miss this! Brooke drops pure gold on acquiring properties, making irresistible offers, and dominating the game. Connect with me...Podcast: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patryk-swietekYouTube Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@patrykswietekInstagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/patryk_swietek/Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/strnation/Connect with Brooke Pfautz on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/brookepfautz/

Buckle up, because this episode is straight-fire! We’ve got Emanuele Pani in the house—a legit legend in the short-term rental game. He went from working maintenance and fixing things behind the scenes to owning40+ units, co-hosting 10 more, and leading major syndications. Oh, and he’s also the host of STR Secrets, one of the biggest podcasts in the space.But here’s the real kicker, Emanuele is deep in the mindset game, unlocking the mental blocks that hold people back from success. He’s helped hundreds of students scale their businesses, and in this episode, he’s dropping straight gold. If you’re ready to level up and stop playing small, this one’s for you.Let’s get into it!Connect with me...Podcast: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patryk-swietekYouTube Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@patrykswietekInstagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/patryk_swietek/Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/strnation/Connect with Emanuele Pani on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/epani.realestate/

What’s up, everyone! I’m sitting down with Arthur Colker, the Founder and CEO of StayFi. If you’ve ever wondered how to ditch dependency on Airbnb and take control of direct bookings, this episode is for you. Arthur breaks down how his platform captures guest data (yep, through WiFi!) and turns it into marketing gold. 📨💻 We’re diving into his journey from digital marketing to creating a game-changing tool for property managers. He’s got all the insider tips on leveraging StayFi to boost bookings, engage guests, and stay ahead in the short-term rental game. So grab your coffee (or your fave energy drink) and hit play, this one’s packed with gems! 💎🔥 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe! Connect with me... Podcast: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patryk-swietek YouTube Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@patrykswietek Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/patryk_swietek/ Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/strnation/ Connect with Arthur on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/acolker/