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 The COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly impacted how we live and work, and one of the most significant changes has been the rise in remote work. This has resulted in increased travel by digital nomads who can work from anywhere, increasing the popularity of short-term rentals.This shift has also brought attention to the affordable housing crisis, leading to stricter regulations on short-term rentals by local, state, and global authorities.But advocates and local alliances are deploying more strategic strategies, with fewer groups passively accepting potentially illegal regulations.So how can short-term rental hosts join forces and engage at the local level to create a nationwide impact?Dana Lubner is the head of advocacy at Rent Responsibly, working closely with local alliance leadership teams to ensure their success and collaborating with local alliance teams to achieve their goals. Before this, she co-led Effortless Rental Group, a property management firm in Colorado, with her brother. When Denver implemented regulations that threatened the growth of short-term rentals (STRs) in her community, she acted. Additionally, she sits on Denver's short-term rental advisory committee (STRAC) alongside City Council members.Today on Get Paid for Your Pad, Dana joins me to discuss the trends she sees in short-term regulations.We discuss the best practices for hosts to build bridges with their local policymakers and the three ways you can make an impact in your local area.Listen in to learn how you can join forces to start your own STR alliance, the resources available to you through Rent Responsibly, and the unexpected benefits for hosts who get involved in advocacy in their local area.Topics CoveredHow Dana got into the STR AdvocacyDana shares current trends in the STR regulation landscapeWhat is the effect of short-term rentals on local housing pricesHow having a cap on the number of STR licenses issued might be a good thingHow hosts can build bridges with their local policymakersThe benefits of starting your own STR allianceBest practices to build rapport with the policymakers in your areaThe three ways to make an impact in your local areaDana shares how to start your own STR allianceWhy you might want to make your alliance a 501(c)(6) organizationThe secondary benefits of forming your own STR allianceHow small local wins can create ripple effects nationwideConnect with DanaHow to Save Your Vacation Rental Business on Apple PodcastsRent ResponsiblyResourcesDIY Alliance - Rent ResponsiblyGet Paid For Your Pad on YouTubeLegends X STR AcceleratorFREE Airbnb Starter GuideSTR Profit AcademyOvernight SuccessEmail team@overnightsuccess.io Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you ready to grow your short-term rental brand, but the restrictions being put into place in cities across the country to limit the number of Airbnb’s keeps you from making any traction? What if there was a way to unleash the full potential of your STR brand without running into asset-class regulations? On this episode of "Get Paid for Your Pad," Eric and I share the potential for STR businesses to grow by buying boutique hotels, cabin communities, and other aging vacation rental properties whose owners are retiring after years of operation and established clientele but possibly outdated business practices. We break down how we took an old vacation rental community tucked in the picturesque mountain town of Idyllwild, California, and revitalized it. And how by incorporating modern amenities, enhancing marketing and messaging, and streamlining operations, we boosted occupancy and ADR within the first 45 days, creating the cornerstone of our brand, Freewyld. We'll share the tools and trends adopted by both small businesses and industry giants to collaborate with seed capitalists and scale their brands, with insights from students and alums of the Legends X Program. Listen in as we explore the opportunity to take something old and make it new, grow your brand, and bring something unique, and lasting to the STR industry. Topics Covered How to map out your nationwide Airbnb domination without running into asset class regulationsHow modernizing old hotel 'campy' vacation community properties can increase your bottom line and equityHow you can use technology and tools to move off the "back of the napkin" management style to compete more efficiently in today's STR marketplaceWhat's the most significant difference between a STR and a hotelThe quest by hotels to emulate some qualities of the Airbnb movement to improve the guest experienceResources Hicksville Trailer PalaceOur Story - Bolt Farm TreehouseGet Paid for Your Pad Email ListLegends X Short-Term Rental AcceleratorSTR Legends MastermindSubscribe to GPFYP on Apple PodcastsEmail jasper@getpaidforyourpad.comSponsorLegends X Short-Term Rental Accelerator Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So, you’re looking to buy a short-term rental property but nervous about its potential to make money. What if you could buy a STR that’s already doing well on Airbnb? Alex Breen is Founder of BnB Buyer, a biweekly newsletter and website where you can find existing short-term rental properties that are on the market. On this episode of Get Paid for Your Pad, Alex joins me to explain how he identifies properties that have a STR history for BnB Buyer and which markets have good deals on existing short-term rentals right now. Alex walks us through the advantages of buying an existing STR versus a home without a history on Airbnb and discusses the downside of limiting your search to existing short-term rentals. Listen in for Alex’s insight around trends in the STR market in the last 12 months and learn how BnB Buyer can help you de-risk the process of buying short-term rental properties for your portfolio! Topics CoveredHow Alex’s own search for STR properties inspired the creation of BnB BuyerHow Alex identifies properties that are good candidates for Airbnb or likely to have a STR historyThe advantages of buying existing STRs vs. homes without a history on AirbnbWhy selling an existing STR as a business adds value to the propertyWhy Alex hasn’t seen a significant price difference between existing STRs and comparable properties in the same areaHow most properties on BnB Buyer bring in 15% to 20% gross revenue to purchase priceThe disadvantages of limiting your property search to existing short-term rentalsAlex’s insight around trends in the STR market in the last 12 monthsWhy real estate prices have come down a little (but not enough to offset interest rates yet)What markets Alex suggests for finding good deals on existing STR propertiesConnect with Alex BnB Buyer Resources  AirDNARabbuMashvisorOvernight SuccessSTR Profit AcademyGPFYP on YouTubeGPFYP on InstagramSTR Legends MastermindFREE Airbnb Starter GuideReview GPFYP on Apple Podcasts  Email team@overnightsuccess.io Sponsor Legends X Short-Term Rental Accelerator Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Over the years, there have been a lot of changes in the Airbnb model. What started as people renting out a room in their home has become an industry with over 5 million active listings worldwide, hosting half a billion guests a year. People have realized that true wealth is built through real estate ownership. But how do you generate the cash flow you need so you can scale? On this episode of "Get Paid for Your Pad," Eric and I share the trends in the STR industry. We bring our extensive industry experience and perspective as coaches to the forefront to offer you an inside look into what works (and what doesn't). We break down the 3 industry business models and which work best to put you on the fast track to STR wealth for people looking to grow their brand by acquiring more properties. We discuss which business models work for the long haul (and which don't) in order to help you determine where to focus your money, time, and attention now. Listen in as we weigh in on how to use these models to generate cash and build your teams and systems so you can build generational wealth and create the brand of your dreams. Plus, an updated look at what's next for our Freewyld brand in 2023. Topics Covered Why Eric is not a fan of the rental arbitrage business modelHow to leverage the management model to cash flow your STR businessJasper shares what he has learned over his years in the industryThe best way to generate cash flow (and WEALTH) for your STR businessWhat is Propco and OpcoOur goals for Freewyld for 2023The biggest challenges we've faced in building our brand and the action we're taking to achieve our goals fasterResources The Spirit to Serve Marriott's WayGet Paid for Your Pad Email ListLegends X Short-Term Rental AcceleratorSTR Legends MastermindSubscribe to GPFYP on Apple PodcastsEmail jasper@getpaidforyourpad.comSponsorLegends X Short-Term Rental Accelerator Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Blockchain was introduced in 2008 as part of the model for Bitcoin. And while several STR projects have come and gone in the years since, we have yet to see any concrete implementation of blockchain technology in the short-term rental space. Then again, the first web application launched in 1981, but the internet didn’t gain traction until the mid-1990’s. So, is blockchain technology likely to revolutionize the STR industry? Technology Expert Igor Kostin serves as Cofounder and CTO of iGMS, a vacation rental management platform dedicated to helping hosts grow their hospitality business faster. On this episode of Get Paid for Your Pad, Igor joins me to discuss the evolution of iGMS, describing how it started as a marketplace for cleaners and grew into a full PMS that serves 500,000 STR listings. Igor offers advice on testing user experience to decide what property management system is right for you and explains why there will be fewer PMSs to choose from in the next five years. Listen in for Igor’s insight on the role of technology in the future of short-term rentals and learn how you might leverage robotics, AI and blockchain to benefit your Airbnb business! Topics CoveredIgor’s background in custom technology and software developmentHow iGMS started as a general marketplace for cleaners before focusing on AirbnbsHow managing STRs himself inspired Igor to build tech to streamline operationsWhy Igor and his business partner Ivan tackled automated messaging firstWhy Igor and Ivan turned their messaging system into a software product for other hostsHow iGMS evolved into a full PMS system that serves 500,000 STR listingsIgor’s advice on testing UX to decide what PMS system is best for youWhy Igor predicts fewer PMSs in the STR market in the next 5 yearsHow the trend to remote work might influence the STR industry moving forwardIgor’s take on how blockchain technology might benefit STRs in the next 5 to 7 yearsHow hosts can use AI like Chat GPT for content creation or graphic designConnect with Igor Kostin iGMS [Discount Code GPFYP]iGMS Product Webinar Sign-Up Resources  Guesty’s Acquisition of Your PorterChat GPTSTR Profit AcademyGPFYP on YouTubeGPFYP on InstagramSTR Legends MastermindFREE Airbnb Starter GuideReview GPFYP on Apple Podcasts  Email team@overnightsuccess.io Sponsor Legends X Short-Term Rental Accelerator Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#BNBBUST has been trending on social media since the fall of 2022. But does the slight downturn in the short-term rental market really indicate a bubble about to burst? On this episode of STR Conversations, Eric and I continue our discussion of what we learned in 2022, explaining why we’re all-in on short-term rentals regardless of what the YouTube gurus say. Eric shares his commitment to believe in our STR product and fight like hell for his people, and we explore the benefit of taking days to fully disconnect from the day-to-day of your STR business. Listen in for insight on navigating the ups and downs of the Airbnb market and learn how to take advantage of the massive opportunity for hosts who are all-in on developing a unique hospitality brand in 2023! Topics CoveredWhat we learned from losing a powerful team member to another opportunityWhat it means to believe in the STR product you provideWhat happens when you allow doubt to dictate your decision-makingHow to get to a place where you feel confident about your Airbnb businessThe benefit of celebrating your wins and recognizing the impact you make on the worldWhy it’s crucial to take days where you fully disconnect from the day-to-day of your businessWhy list-it-and-forget-it is a thing of the past as the STR market maturesThe massive opportunity for hosts developing unique hospitality brandsWhy a slight decline in consistent growth doesn’t necessarily indicate a bubble burstHow to navigate the ups and downs of the STR businessWhat Airbnb business models are most affected by a downturn in the marketResources  Ace Hotel AcquisitionAirbnb 2022 Q3 Financial ResultsAirDNASTRInsightsTransparentMADOFF: The Monster of Wall StreetOvernight SuccessSTR Profit AcademyGPFYP on YouTubeGPFYP on InstagramSTR Legends MastermindFREE Airbnb Starter GuideReview GPFYP on Apple Podcasts  Email team@overnightsuccess.io Sponsor Legends X Short-Term Rental Accelerator Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More people are living a digital nomad lifestyle or working remotely while on the go making Wi-Fi connectivity front of mind to make those vital business connections and close deals. Plus, more people are investing in family travel experiences, and at the end of a day of adventures, they want to come together to unwind by streaming their favorite TV shows or movies. All these things are making internet connectivity and reliability a top priority when booking a place to stay for today's STR guests. So, how can you assure your guests that your property's internet performance fits the bill for their lifestyle and connectivity needs? Philip Pickard is the Co-founder & CEO of Speedy, Wi-Fi verification. Speedy is a global company offering Wi-Fi verification tools designed to enable remote workers, travelers, and world explorers to accurately assess internet connectivity when booking a STR property while helping hosts increase customer satisfaction for more bookings. Today on Get Paid for Your Pad, Philip joins Jasper to discuss the genesis behind Speedy and the pain points that led to their quest to solve Wi-Fi connectivity issues. Listen in to learn how hosts share real-time Wi-Fi data to their direct booking website (or Airbnb listings) to get a leg up on the competition and attract those travelers with bandwidth requirements for more bookings and repeat guests. Great news! The Speedy Team will waive the installation fee if you mention Get Paid for Your Pad when you contact them. Click here to fill out the contact form on their website or reach out to Philip via email. Topics Covered The two-pronged reason why Speedy jumped into this marketHow to get the full story on the reliability of Wi-Fi in today's digital worldHow Wi-Fi data drives the STR property selection processHow Speedy offers real-time location-based Wi-Fi data for your propertiesHow you can use your Wi-Fi rating to attract travelers with bandwidth requirementsJasper provides a live demo of Speedy on Get Paid For Your Pad YouTube ChannelWhy you should add your Wi-Fi data to your Airbnb listingsHow to use your Wi-Fi data to protect against refund requestsThe 3 biggest benefits of the Speedy serviceConnect with Philip Pickard Philip Pickard - Co-founder & CEO - Speedy Wi-Fi | LinkedInSpeedy - Wi-Fi verification for rental propertiesResourcesGet Speedy - Waive the Installation FeeGet Paid For Your Pad on YouTubeLegends X STR AcceleratorSubscribe to GPFYP on Apple Podcasts FREE Airbnb Starter GuideOvernight SuccessEmail team@overnightsuccess.io Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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As short-term rental hosts, we don’t expect bad things to happen at our Airbnbs. Jennifer Lawyer didn’t either. But just 30 days after she’d purchased a hotel in the Ozarks, disaster struck, threatening the health and safety of her guests. What can you do to prevent something similar from happening at your STR properties? Jennifer is Cofounder of SoulSTR, a short-term rental management company that with a portfolio of hotels, motels and log cabins with close to 140 doors. On this episode of Get Paid for Your Pad, Jennifer joins me to discuss the serious carbon monoxide leak that hit her hotel and explain why you can’t trust a generic inspection to identify all safety risks. Jennifer describes the trauma she and her guests experienced from having their health threatened and challenges us to be proactive BEFORE disaster strikes our Airbnbs. Listen in for Jennifer’s insight on building a network of support in the STR community and learn what steps to take to keep your properties safe and protect your Airbnb guests! Topics CoveredWhy Jennifer walked away from a career in education for short-term rentalsHow Jennifer grew from managing one log cabin to nearly 140 doorsThe serious carbon monoxide leak that struck Jennifer’s hotel in the OzarksThe trauma Jennifer and her guests experienced from having their health threatenedWhy you can’t trust a generic inspection to identify all safety risksWhat steps you can take to prevent a carbon monoxide leak at your AirbnbThe regular safety protocols Jennifer implemented across her STR portfolioGetting feedback around safety from the staff who helps maintain and clean the propertyWhat it looks like to be proactive BEFORE disaster strikes your AirbnbsThe strong relationships that helped Jennifer recover from the trauma of the experienceWhat Jennifer is doing to care for the brand for her management companyJennifer’s goal to manage all 140 units with the same level of customer careConnect with Jennifer LawyerJennifer on Airbnb Resources  How to Buy Run-Down Motels and Convert Them into Airbnbs on GPFYP EP468Milpa BrandketingGPFYP on YouTubeGPFYP on InstagramSTR Legends MastermindFREE Airbnb Starter GuideReview GPFYP on Apple Podcasts  Email team@overnightsuccess.io Sponsor Legends X Short-Term Rental Accelerator Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2022 was a record-breaking year for the Get Paid For Your Pad podcast, with 99 new episodes!Do you have a favorite? Which one do you think was the most downloaded podcast of 2022?Today for the first Get Paid For Your Pad podcast of 2023, I thought it would be fun to share the show's record-breaking stats and let listeners know which episodes were the most popular of 2022.I'll share the top podcasts in 5 different categories, including top 3 downloads, innovative, inspirational, tools and services, and actionable tips.I’m sharing episodes that include interviews with other hosts who have catapulted their STR units, used outside-the-box ways to fill bookings, and guests who will inspire you with their stories of going from hectic host to LEGEND. Plus, actionable steps YOU can use to make your 2023 STR resolutions a reality.Listen in as I share my goals for the podcast in 2023 while pointing you toward the 2022 podcast episodes that will be really helpful for you to make 2023 the best year yet for your STR business.Topics CoveredThe top 3 most downloaded podcasts in 2022Which episode can help you catapult your number of STR UnitsThe 3 biggest takeaways from David Bergmann, who went From 25 to 100+ STR Units in Less Than 1.5 Years (Ep521)The #1 takeaway from the interview with Tim Mortimer, who has doubled his number of properties since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemicThe 3 most innovative podcasts of 2022Detailed strategies to get your Airbnb properties noticed (and bookings filled) by film producers, corporations, or corporate travelers for a jackpot payday3 inspirational podcasts that will take you from hectic host to LEGEND in no timeThe BEST innovative tools for up leveling your guests' experience, borrowing funds based on future income, and marketing your properties through influencersActionable steps YOU can use to make your 2023 STR resolutions a realityHow to determine YOUR financial freedom numberThe 5-step process to help you solve communication issues with your guestsFor full episode show notes visit: https://getpaidforyourpad.com/podcast/best-of-get-paid-for-your-pad-in-2022-ep535 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.