Landlord Diaries - The Monthly Rentals Podcast

Today we talk with Kama Cicero, Founder & Owner at Stars of Boston. Kama has 22 years of experience in real estate and 7 years operating Stars of Boston. In this episode we will discuss Kama’s large variety of mid-term rental sizes from room rentals to 5 bedroom homes. In total, Kama has 60+ units she operates as both short term and mid term rentals. Kama’s Listings on Furnished Finder:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=STARS*%7Cof*%7CBoston The Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.

Today we travel to Denver, Colorado, to talk with Zosia Madden. Zosia & her husband Tyler own 3 multi-families in Denver & Aurora, with 9 of the units being utilized as mid-term rentals. This dynamic duo owns a bespoke luxury construction firm called Laurelless, specializing in high-end residential remodeling. You may find these two on Bigger Pockets from time to time as well. In this episode we cover:(Points organized in episode order)The journey of LaurellessPortfolio, buy box and exit strategiesCrazy story about purchasing a couple MTR multi-familiesPerfect BRRRR opportunityThere’s a market for all kind of MTR propertiesAnalyzing the value of your MTRSystems and processes for 1 or 10 propertiesYou found your income management spreadsheet where?The design aspect of MTRs to create a beautiful and budget friendly homeWhat should you supply in your MTR kitchens?In style remodeling tips for your kitchenZosia & Tyler on Bigger PocketsZosia’s Listings on Furnished Finder:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=zosiamadden  The Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.

Today we talk with Terry Roberts in Memphis, Tennessee. Terry would like to discuss why mid-term rentals are his preferred real estate strategy and how he accomplishes bookings within hours of posting his properties. Terry averages 10 month stays and reaches an almost perfect occupancy rate with one day flips. Terry owns six 3 bed, 2 bath single family homes and one 2 bed, 2 bath home. Website Links:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/ https://www.keycheck.com/ https://www.furnishedfinder.com/stats https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources https://www.travelnursehousing.com/ https://www.furnishedapartments.com/ Terry's Listings on Furnished Finder:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=THE%20PLAZA%20at%20Montebello The Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.

With us today is Andrea Hendricks, infusion nurse, property owner and mid-term rental host in the Austin, Texas area. Andrea has established herself as a 5* host on Furnished Finder and has many tips on the ease of getting started in the mid-term rental space. In this episode we cover:(Points organized in episode order)The w2 job as an infusion nurseThe investment propertySetting up a real estate contract without a realtorLearning from your mistakesBuying in a tough marketWho are your rentersThe size of the propertyValuable tools for your mid term rentalsHow KeyCheck makes your life easierRound table discussion about KeyCheck LeasesSetting yourself up for 5* reviewsThe hospitality side of mid term rentalsLandlording for MTR tenants is easier than you expectAndrea’s ending advice: Jump in and get startedAndrea’s Listings on Furnished Finder:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Andrea.Hendricks The Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.

Today we talk with Jamie Banks, CEO of Radiate Real Estate. While Radiate is a rising star in the mid-term rental space, Jamie has a wealth of knowledge and expertise in processes. In her previous role at Fundrise, a large commercial real estate firm, Jamie managed 14,000 units across the U.S. She has already built some incredible systems for her MTR portfolio which will be the focus of today’s episode. Website Links:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/ https://www.keycheck.com/ https://www.furnishedfinder.com/stats https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources www.radiatere.comJamie’s Listings on Furnished Finder:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Jamie.Banks16 Typeform- https://www.typeform.comThryv PMS- https://www.thryv.com/ Baselane- https://www.baselane.com/ Loom- https://www.loom.com/ Canva- https://www.canva.com/ Turno- https://turno.com/  The Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.

Keeping July 4th in mind, we talk with Kate Homme today who is the Chief Growth Officer at Patriot Family Homes, headquartered in Chattanooga, TN. Patriot Family Homes is proud to be a veteran owned company focused on meeting the need for affordable, reliable housing predominantly near military bases in the South. The company is making big waves in the mid-term, short-term and corporate housing space with a 2023 company goal to acquire 1,000 furnished listings this year through acquisition, property management and leasing.Website Links:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/ https://www.keycheck.com/ https://www.furnishedfinder.com/stats https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources https://www.patriotfamilyhomes.com/ Patriot Family Homes Listings on Furnished Finder:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Amy.Wigley41  The Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.

Yung Wei owns 13 properties, 5 of which are furnished rentals, 2 triplexes, a quadruplex and a mix of 1-4 bedroom single family homes.  In this episode we cover:Growing your portfolio to 13 doorsYung started his investment journey w/ a 4 plexLessons learned about the mid-term rental processThe power of contingency plans and margins It’s easy to toggle between MTR & STR Yung has a great example of this! Converting long term renters into mid term rental guests Monthly furnished rentals reach a variety of needs Supply management and leveraging your cleaners Creating a 5* experience for your guests Hospitality is a mindset Ready for repairs? Yung’s Furnished Finder favorites State specific leases Website Links:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/ https://www.keycheck.com/ https://www.furnishedfinder.com/stats https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources Yung’s Listings on Furnished Finder:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=yung.wei  The Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.

Today we talk with FreeStand Home Solutions CEO, Bob Wilson, and President, Brandon Harris. FreeStands motto is to chase perfection and hold the team to a standard unseen in this industry!” Hear how Bob & Brandon accomplish this with their 46+ properties in the Chicago, Illinois area. Helpful Furnished Finder Website Links:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/ https://www.keycheck.com/ https://www.furnishedfinder.com/stats https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources FreeStand Home Solutions Promo Video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5S90SYZMdA&t=59s  The Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.

Your Furnished Finder podcast host team, Kelly Bailey & Katie Lyon, couldn't resist the urge to see just how "in the know" ChatGPT is about mid-term rentals... The Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.

Today, we have Dee Coulson in Kansas City, Missouri with us. Dee started Lux HighEnd Properties in the height of COVID  in an effort to provide safe, comfortable, luxury, all-inclusive flex-term housing to traveling medical and corporate professionals. Dee started out with one apartment suite and quickly scaled the business up to 14 units within 6 months. Dee's listings on Furnished Finder:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Lux.HighEnd.Properties  The Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.