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Get Paid For Your Pad is the definitive show on Airbnb hosting, packed with tips & tricks on how to improve your Airbnb listing as well as real life experiences from Airbnb hosts from all around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 29, 2022 • 31min
STR Legends Mastermind Last Call for Applications
There are just a few spots left open in the STR Legends Mastermind!The STR space has changed and evolved in the past two years. We’ve gone from not knowing if the industry would survive the pandemic to industry movers and shakers growing from 50 units to 500. There are more professional operators, companies, and entrepreneurs than ever in the STR space, which means more people to network with and learn from.Those changes have shaped the vision of the STR Legends Mastermind and inspired us to take both the live events and the virtual masterminds to the NEXT LEVEL.Listen in to this episode of STR conversations as Eric and I break down our vision for the STR Legends Mastermind. We’ll take you behind the scenes for a look at who has joined us so far to give our listeners a feel for the mix of unique investors that will be in the room with us in Oaxaca, Mexico, June 16th - 20th, 2022.We also bring you up to date on the exciting NEW things we’re doing, including the relaunch of our YouTube channel to document the journey of our Freewyld brand. Plus, I share a money-saving tip for those getting ready to book their ticket to Mexico.Topics CoveredThe purpose of the STR Legends MastermindThe 3 types of short-term rental business owners the STR Legends Mastermind is designed forHow participants in previous STR Legends Masterminds have partnered to create bigger brandsWhy the connections in a mastermind are more worthwhile than Facebook groupsHow advice from the mastermind saved one participant thousands of dollars and helped him better utilize the skills of the key players on his teamThe biggest benefit of spending one-on-one time with legends in the STR industryResourcesSTR Legends MastermindPrior STR Legends Live Mastermind Retreat Get Paid for Your Pad EP278Matt Durian on Get Paid for Your Pad EP440Christian Gissing on Get Paid for Your Pad EP301Hicksville Trailer PalaceThink and Grow RichFREE Airbnb Starter GuideGet Paid for Your Pad Email ListSTR Profit AcademySubscribe to GPFYP on Apple PodcastsEmail jasper@getpaidforyourpad.comSponsor STR Legends Mastermind Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 26, 2022 • 41min
From Master Leasing 100+ Units to Owning Boutique Hotels with Rebecca Slivka
How does a short-term rental entrepreneur grow from two to 100+ Airbnb units? And then leverage the cashflow from that business to buy a boutique hotel? Rebecca Slivka is the cofounder of boutique hotel Hicksville Trailer Palace and STR management company Pillow and Coffee. Rebecca got her start on Airbnb in the Los Angeles market, scaling the rental arbitrage model to a portfolio of 100+ units. Today, she serves as a coach for our STR Legends X 90-Day Accelerator. On this episode of Get Paid for Your Pad, Rebecca joins me to discuss her expertise in leveraging VAs to grow a STR business and describe how she used the revenue from master leasing to invest in Hicksville Trailer Palace. She explores what differentiates the STR Legends Mastermind from other Airbnb conferences and explains how she benefitted from being a part of the first Legends live event. Listen in to understand how Rebecca’s Legends X students grow so much in such a short period of time and get her best advice for small operators looking to make Airbnb their full-time income! Topics Covered How Rebecca got her start with rental arbitrage and scaled to 100+ unitsRebecca's expertise in leveraging VAs to grow a STR businessRebecca's insight on using cashflow from STRs to invest in real estateThe collection of vintage trailers and other funky units at Hicksville Trailer PalaceThe process of buying Hicksville and how Rebecca benefitted from putting the deal together during the first STR Legends MastermindRebecca's experience coaching Legends X and how her students grow so much in such a short period of timePillow and Coffee's mission to help small- and medium-sized STR operators growRebecca's intention to grow Hicksville and create 'ridiculous, remarkable experiences' for guestsWhat differentiates the STR Legends Mastermind from other Airbnb conferencesRebecca's advice for operators looking to make Airbnb their full-time income Connect with Rebecca Slivka Hicksville Trailer PalacePillow and CoffeeEmail rebecca@pillowandcoffee.comResources STR Legends MastermindLegends X STR AcceleratorRebecca on Get Paid for Your Pad EP285Michael Gerber InterviewThe E Myth: Why Most Businesses Don’t Work and What to Do About It by Michael GerberTony RobbinsEmail jasper@getpaidforyourpad.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 22, 2022 • 43min
Freewyld Updates: Investigating the Tiny Home Concept for the Freewyld Brand
We’ve run into some construction challenges that could delay our Freewyld project by up to two years.A massive boom of people moving out of the cities into the mountain areas like Idyllwild, California, has caused a six to 12 month back up of both contractors and counties. By the time we find an architect to design the cabins we want for our Freewyld space and then go through the approval process, find a contractor, and start building, it’s going to stretch our construction process out considerably.So, we decided to investigate some other options that will get our project back on the road to being completed and profitable much sooner.On this edition of STR Conversations, Eric and I discuss how we might be able to use prefab tiny homes to decrease the timeframe that the Freewyld community is shut down.Listen in for insight into the trends in tiny homes and prefab buildings. We’ll walk through the options available in the market right now, plus the risks vs. rewards. I offer my experience and insight into what works in tiny space living. Plus, Eric presents the drawbacks and the advantages of this type of building for the Freewyld brand and our customer avatar. Topics Covered● A background lesson in tiny home specifics and culture● The difference between a cabin community and a tiny home community● How some companies are leveling up the tiny home● How much do you save by building a prefab tiny home● What about the longevity of a prebuilt tiny home● How does buying prebuilt save money● The 3 biggest downfalls of prefab tiny homes● What are the benefits of cookie-cutter vs custom-built tiny homes● How the approval process differs between tiny homes vs. properties with a foundation● How to take advantage of indoor-outdoor living to create an awesome experience for our guests● Jasper shares the 3 biggest advantages of a tiny home if it’s done right● What types of customizing are possible within the tiny home manufacturing specifications● Eric discusses how we could stay true to the brand archetype of Freewyld using tiny homes Resources KristiewolfeLiberation Tiny HomescitizenMFREE Airbnb Starter GuideGet Paid for Your Pad Email ListSTR Legends MastermindSTR Profit AcademySubscribe to GPFYP on Apple Podcasts Email team@overnightsuccess.ioSponsor STR Legends Mastermind Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 18, 2022 • 35min
Leverage Airbnb’s to Create Positive Change in Our Communities
We can all agree we need to conserve energy to save money as heating costs soar out of control.But how can we do that while also impacting the environment, the climate, and our future?Becoming an Airbnb host was the last thing photographer and science writer Nathan Welton saw himself doing. He got into the business by accident, with his first review being a one-star. Even so, he suddenly found himself booked months in advance, reinvesting every dime he made into his properties before moving into starting a management company. Nathan Welton is the owner of The Wolf Rentals, a vacation rental management company born from a need for quality, hands-on cooperative vacation rental management in beautiful Estes Park, Colorado. The Wolf Rentals officially launched in 2020, quickly scaling to 25 properties within a year.On this episode of Get Paid for Your Pad, Nathan joins me to share his vision for his custom a-frame Airbnb community and his hopes to drive change through Airbnb.Listen in for Nathan’s insight on how we can spread change in how we think about our natural resources, our climate, and our future while giving back as much as possible and changing lives. Topics Covered● How Nathan’s history as a science writer affects his vision of his Airbnb business● What triple bottom line means and how it shifts the focus away from the profit only business model● How we can use small positive changes to help people make better decisions● How Nathan is using biophilic design concepts in his Airbnb community to improve lives● Passive housing design can reduce the cost of living for lower-income families● How AI technology can heighten awareness about the energy we use● Feeding a woodstove taught Nathan about the consequence of energy use● Bringing the beauty of the outdoors inside can shift people's mindsets● What led Nathan to where he is now and what prosperity means for him Connect with Nathan WeltonThe Wolf RentalsResources STR Legends MastermindKLM Royal Dutch AirlinesGet Paid for Your Pad NewsletterSTR Profit AcademyLegends X STR AcceleratorGet Paid for Your Pad on Apple PodcastsEmail jasper@getpaidforyourpad.comSponsorSTR Legends Mastermind Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 15, 2022 • 45min
Do Rising Gas Prices Affect Airbnb Demand?
Gas prices are currently up 50% from last year, and it doesn’t look like they will level off anytime soon. After we faced off with the pandemic are rising gas prices the next hurdle that will trickle down into the SRT industry?At first glance, it would seem like the right answer would be a resounding yes. But there’s actually a lot more data that goes into determining if rising prices are going to trip up the travel industry. On this edition of STR Conversations, Eric and I sit down to discuss AirDNA’s report, How Rising Gas Prices May Influence Airbnb Travel Trends.We’ll cover the average amount of miles a guest travels to their Airbnb and we explain which places and types of accommodations will do better as travel becomes more expensive. Listen in to get a broader sense of what’s happening, and at what point the higher gas prices might start impacting your bottom line. We share the data you need to quell your anxiety about the things you can’t control so you can focus on what you can, so you can determine what decisions you need to make for your business. Don’t forget we’re organizing our first in-person mastermind retreat in Oaxaca, Mexico, from June 16-20th. This is the last week to apply for early bird pricing, so if you want to learn more be sure to visit STR Legends Mastermind.Topics CoveredHow being prepared helps you respond to intense situations in business and in life Are rising travel costs going to make people choose rental locations closer to homeWhich rental markets you want to be in based on the current record-breaking gas prices What we should focus on instead of average cost per propertyHow gas prices affect you depending on your average ADRWhy leaning into what you can control will give you a better outcome no matter what gas costsHow to determine when the higher gas prices will impact stays and your bottom lineResources Tim Kennedy Sheepdog ResponseTim Kennedy on InstagramHow Rising Gas Prices May Influence Airbnb Travel Trends on AirDNABrian Chesky on InstagramBrian Chesky on TwitterGet Paid for Your Pad Email ListFREE Airbnb Starter GuideSTR Profit Academy Email jasper@getpaidforyourpad.com Sponsor STR Legends Mastermind Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 8, 2022 • 37min
Top Interior Design Resources for Airbnbs
One of the hardest things about establishing new short-term rental properties is deciding on the direction of the interior design. It’s often overlooked, but it’s crucial to the integrity of your brand. So why do it alone? There are tons of awesome companies out there to help you achieve your interior design dreams and bring your property to the next level.On this episode of STR Conversations, Eric shares his biggest lessons learned on establishing strategies for interior design and renovating short-term rental properties. Eric discusses his new company launched with Jasper, Freewyld, and their goals to renovate four properties while also managing the difficulties of being understaffed. Listen in to learn what resources Eric recommends for designing your short-term rental and how to get involved in the Legends Mastermind program. Topics CoveredHow Jasper and Eric started their company Free Wild and have begun their first project in CaliforniaHow Jasper and Eric are preparing to renovate four properties with Free Wild while also navigating struggles with being understaffedThe 4 phases of the renovation processWhy having a clear vision and patience is crucial to a project’s successWhy establishing interior design strategy is an important first step in renovating and creating new propertiesWhy Eric is considering using Den Outdoors as a partner for new tiny home projectsEric’s recommended resources for designing your short-term rentalThe upcoming Legends Mastermind event in Mexico and the requirements to qualify for the programResourcesGet Paid for Your Pad Email ListLegends X Short-Term Rental AcceleratorSTR Legends MastermindSubscribe to GPFYP on Apple PodcastsFree Airbnb Starter GuideEmail jasper@getpaidforyourpad.comDen OutdoorsModsy Online Interior DesignYardzen Online Landscaping DesignFulhaus Interior DesignFollow Eric on InstagramFollow Jasper on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 4, 2022 • 36min
Living Like a Short-Term Rental King in Paradise
We talk a lot about growing short-term rental (STR) companies. But what happens when we grow our businesses quicker than we anticipate?Six years ago, Alex Cybul had no Airbnb experience, decided to get into the STR industry, and quickly grew his business, VacationAruba.com.Today, Alex manages over 100 units. On this episode of Get Paid For Your Pad, Alex joins me to discuss how he got his start renting out Airbnbs in Aruba and how he managed to grow his business quickly over six years.He shares insights on what he would do differently if he had the chance, how he structures his team to manage his properties successfully, and why he recommends dynamic pricing to all STR managers. Listen in to learn more about the importance of leading people to successfully grow STR your business. Topics CoveredBackground on Aruba and why it is a great place to both vacation and own short-term rentalsHow Alex got his start renting out Airbnbs and STRsHow Alex went from having no experience with Airbnb to managing over 100 units in six yearsThe structure of Alex’s current team and his perspectives on how to build effective teams to manage STRsWhy Alex wishes he would have hired an Operations Manager earlier in his business’ growth stageWhy Alex’s end goal is to be able to run STRs as a hobby as long as he feels satisfied and happyThe challenges Alex faced while growing his business and the turning points that helped him achieve that growthWhat Alex has learned about the difficulties of leading people and large teamsAlex’s laundry practices and how he manages bulk ordering for cleanersWhy Alex recommends dynamic pricing to all STR managers and owners and how to determine rates for your propertiesConnect with Alex CybulVacationAruba.comVacationAruba.com on FacebookVacationAruba.com on InstagramResourcesGet Paid for Your Pad Email ListLegends X Short-Term Rental AcceleratorSTR Legends MastermindSubscribe to GPFYP on Apple PodcastsFree Airbnb Starter GuideEmail jasper@getpaidforyourpad.comHostGPO Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 1, 2022 • 32min
STR Legends Mastermind Doors Are Open
We have big news! Our STR Legends Mastermind program is officially open for new members. We’re kicking off the program in May, followed by an in-person event in June in beautiful, sunny Mexico. On this episode of STR Conversations, Eric and I discuss STR Legends Mastermind and the incredible benefits it brings to the people and companies we work with through the program. We share the requirements needed to qualify for the program, our desire to solve big problems our members face at scale, and why we’re so excited to welcome new members. Listen in to learn more about the STR Legends Mastermind program, the open positions we are hiring for with Overnight Success, and how we believe the STR market may change with the recent rise in gas prices and travel expenses. Topics CoveredThree positions we are hiring for Overnight Success right now: Digital Content Manager, Sales Representative, and Executive AssistantWhy we started the STR Legends Mastermind program and why we are opening the doors to new membersWhat requirements companies need to meet to qualify for the STR Legends Mastermind programThe benefits of the STR Legends Mastermind program and why it was designed to allow different companies to connect and solve their biggest problems Why we’re excited to learn what we can do to improve financing and combat rising interest rates in the marketplaceHow the STR market may change with the rising gas prices and increased travel expensesResourcesGet Paid for Your Pad Email ListLegends X Short-Term Rental AcceleratorSTR Legends MastermindSubscribe to GPFYP on Apple PodcastsFree Airbnb Starter GuideEmail jasper@getpaidforyourpad.comAppy for the Digital Content Manager Position With Overnight SuccessApply for the Sales Representative Position With Overnight Success Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 28, 2022 • 35min
How to Create a World-Class Guest Experience on Airbnb
How do you take an Airbnb property from a stay to an experience? The goal of any Airbnb is to understand your guest avatar so well that you can create an experience that makes your guest feel like they have found their own special place.Recently, Eric and I were chatting on the podcast when he mentioned he and his girlfriend had stayed at the Retrograde Retreat in Joshua Tree, designed by my guest. Eric shared they were just blown away by how the space felt like it was created just for them. We all know the competition for stays is fierce, especially in places like Joshua Tree. So how do you stand out as an Airbnb host? What raises the bar from a regular guest stay to a world-class guest experience on Airbnb? Bryce Cano is the Founder and Vice President of Hygge Home Rentals. With his special knowledge in the real estate investment and travel arena, he offers intimate knowledge of how to maximize your property's potential. On this episode of Get Paid for Your Pad, Bryce joins me to share his insight into how to provide the amenities and extra touches your Airbnb guests are looking for. He walks me through how Hygge Home Rentals creates anticipation for the stay from the moment the booking is made.He walks us through how they connect the dots in brand and tone to offer guests a sense of what to expect while creating a personality that matches each one of their properties.Listen in for Bryce’s insight on pivoting from trying to appease everybody to laser focus on exactly who you're creating your Airbnb experience for, your ideal guest avatar.Topics Covered How to home in on your guest avatar to design world-class experiences exclusively for them How to raise the bar and create spaces that don’t break the bankThe secret to creating anticipation about a guest visit from the moment they bookThe multi-pronged approach to an awesome Airbnb guest experienceWhy having the right team is a game-changer for any Airbnb hostHow to infuse a property with Instagrammable spacesHow to use influencers to highlight the special amenities of your Airbnb space Why photo captions are paramount in helping the viewer visualize your Airbnb experienceInsider secrets on how to stand out and compete for Airbnb guestsConnect with Bryce CanoHygge Home Rentals on InstagramHygge Home RentalsResources How to Get Started on AirbnbGet Paid for Your Pad NewsletterGet Paid for Your Pad on Apple PodcastsSTR Legends MastermindEmail jasper@getpaidforyourpad.com Sponsor Legends X 90-Day STR Accelerator Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 25, 2022 • 35min
The STR Legends Mastermind is Back!
Have you ever been part of a group of elite business owners connecting, learning, and helping each other solve problems all while having a good time?Two years ago, just two months before the lockdowns we went all into the business model of creating and hosting our mastermind groups all over the world. And then the lockdowns came, and the world stopped turning. Now the world has reopened. We’re back, and so is the STR Legends Mastermind. We’ve learned a lot through our live events, and virtual masterminds and now we’re taking the STR Legends Mastermind to a whole new level. Today we want to take the opportunity to give everybody a recap of STR legends and the STR Legends Mastermind and who it is for.But first, what makes a mastermind group worthwhile and what sets the SRT Legends Mastermind apart?Listen in to learn about the power of breaking out of your routine to gather with the like-minded and the legends to forge a lasting network. On this episode of STR conversations, Eric and I take you deeper into the genius of the mastermind concept. We also touch on the many success stories of business owners from past STR Masterminds, and we will share some of the high points of the virtual mastermind. Plus, we’ll touch on the newest trends in the STR industry and why being in the trenches with the people pushing this industry forward is vital. Topics CoveredThe 3 core things we want to achieve with the STR Legends MastermindHow being part of the STR Masterminds will rapidly expand your network Why bringing together like-minded individuals helps solve the biggest problemsHow being face to face changes the mastermind experiences and enhances relationshipsThe biggest difference between going to a conference and attending a mastermindHow the STR Legends Mastermind offers cutting edge information on the industry evolutionThe biggest benefit of sitting down with the legends of the STR industry Resources STR Legends Live Mastermind Retreat in Puerto Rico EP278STR Legends Mastermind Goes Virtual EP338Rebecca Slivka on Get Paid for Your Pad EP352Tim Mortimer on Get Paid for Your Pad EP455FREE Airbnb Starter GuideGet Paid for Your Pad Email ListSTR Profit Academy Overnight SuccessSubscribe to GPFYP on Apple Podcasts Email jasper@getpaidforyourpad.com Sponsor Legends X Short-Term Rental Accelerator Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.