
Patryk Real Estate Show - Short Term Rentals
We interview professionals in the real estate space—more specifically short-term rentals (Airbnb).
We’ll cover what it takes to build true generational wealth, strategies to dominate in the STR industry and hear the stories of other successful real estate investors.
Our goal is to inspire others to quit their 9-5 grind to pursue financial freedom in the hospitality space.
We post an episode weekly so follow us here to never miss another one!
Latest episodes

Jun 22, 2024 • 47min
59. How To Use NoCode To Automate Your Airbnb Business
In this insightful discussion, Sean McGregor, a short-term rental entrepreneur and educator, shares his journey from a spare bedroom to a thriving Airbnb portfolio. He reveals how he employs no-code tools like Smart BNB and Zapier to automate operations, allowing for seamless guest experiences while traveling. Sean delves into financial management using Airtable for better transparency and efficiency. His life philosophy, inspired by 'The Four-Hour Workweek,' emphasizes the importance of living in the moment while balancing entrepreneurship and adventure.

Jun 15, 2024 • 37min
58. STR Hosting for Large Groups
Kim Herrlein, expert in large group travel for short-term rentals, shares insights on transforming homes for more guests, managing properties remotely, and embracing tech. Her journey highlights innovation, flexibility, and success in the vacation rental business.

Jun 7, 2024 • 46min
57. Land Development For Unique STRs
Top real estate broker Ryan Duffy shares his journey of building unique short-term rentals on land, detailing challenges, successes, and creative strategies. Topics include developing nature retreats, constructing shipping container houses, unique amenities like sleeping domes, importance of documentation, and purposeful living in property development projects.

May 31, 2024 • 53min
56. Acquisitions Chat with Broker for STR Management Companies
Today, we have a special guest, Jacobie Olin, a top expert in brokering deals for short-term rental property management companies. Jacobie’s firm, helps facilitate acquisitions, connecting buyers and sellers in this niche market. We'll dive into how to position management companies for sale and what buyers look for.
He grew up in the industry and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience. Get ready for an insightful conversation about the dynamics of buying and selling property management companies.
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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 Jacobie Olin on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jacobieolin713/

May 23, 2024 • 44min
55. Stand Out With Amenity-Packed Airbnbs
Join us as we dive into Cale Delaney’s incredible journey from a high-paying job to dominating the short-term rental market. Kale owns 13 properties, mostly in Florida and the Smoky Mountains, and he's here to share his secrets.
Discover how he outperformed his competition with unique amenities and savvy listing strategies.
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 Cale Delaney on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cale_delaney/tagged/

May 2, 2024 • 54min
54. How To Do A Hybrid Model with Mid-Term & Short-Term Rentals
Mike Stone, a former attorney turned successful short-term rental operator from Phoenix, shares his inspiring journey to financial freedom. He discusses the fascinating shift from law to real estate, highlighting the appeal of mid-term and short-term rentals. Listeners will learn about the co-hosting model, the importance of networking, and actionable strategies for navigating the rental market. Mike also covers the advantages of a hybrid rental model and offers insights on managing properties efficiently, making this an engaging and informative conversation.

Apr 24, 2024 • 44min
53. Selling STR Management Company To Turnkey
Meet Adam Gilbert, a legal pro turned real estate maven reshaping Palm Springs. Dive into his journey from flipping houses to mega deals, selling a STR management company, navigating owner relationships, and starting a property management business. Learn about Palm Springs' diverse community and the significance of errors and emissions insurance in real estate.

Apr 18, 2024 • 41min
52. Balancing Being A Good Father w/ Building an Airbnb Portfolio
Join Michael Chang as he shares how he transformed short-term rental investments into a sustainable income source while balancing family life in NYC. With 32 units, he discusses strategies like arbitrage, scaling operations, adapting to market changes post-COVID, and managing work-family balance as an entrepreneur and parent.

Apr 12, 2024 • 48min
51. Potato Hotel & Other Tiny Home Airbnbs
We have Kristie Wolfe, an inspiring figure crafting tiny homes since 2011. Her creations are the talk of the town, from charming tree houses to the famous potato property, seen on Airbnb's top wishlist and in magazines like Dwell.
Kristie shares her journey from factory work to becoming a full-time tiny home builder. She reflects on her humble beginnings, starting with a DIY tiny house experiment that sparked her passion for minimalism and creative living.
You won't want to miss this insightful conversation about entrepreneurship, creativity, and the ever-changing landscape of modern living.
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Podcast: Patryk Real Estate Show
YouTube Channel: Patryk Swietek
Instagram: patryk_swietek
Facebook Group: STR Nation
Connect with Kristie Wolfe on Instagram @kristiemaewolfe

Apr 1, 2024 • 48min
50. Short-Term Rental Financing
Today, we have the incredible Parker Borofsky joining us, a true guru in the world of loans and mortgages, specializing in short-term rentals. With a track record of handling over a billion dollars in loans and orchestrating 22,000 short-term rental loan transactions, Parker is a powerhouse of knowledge and experience.
In this podcast, she'll take us on a journey from her marketing roots to becoming a top-tier mortgage expert. Get ready to unlock insider secrets and discover how to supercharge your real estate investments using strategic loans.
Don't miss out on this thrilling episode packed with valuable insights that will turbocharge your financial success in the real estate market!
Connect with me...
Podcast: Patryk Real Estate Show
YouTube Channel: Patryk Swietek
Instagram: patryk_swietek
Facebook Group: STR Nation
Connect with Parker Borofsky on Instagram @homeloanwhisperer