Welcome to The Vacation Rental Show: How We Grow. Consider this your playbook for all things vacation rental, as we deep-dive into the latest hot topics, technology, and strategies, to help you take your vacation rental business to the next level. Hosted by industry veteran, Lynell Gordon.
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Real Estate Expert, Shawn Moore, from Vodyssey.com, brings you the Vodyssey's Vacation Rental Revolution Podcast. Discover the best tips, tactics & strategies for growing and scaling your short-term vacation rental portfolio. Discover the difference between traditional short-term vacation rentals and true Lifestyle Assets. Learn from Shawn's 20 years of ups and downs in the Real Estate Investing game. Expert interviews on Acquisition, Legal, Finance, Management & more. All focused on buildin ...
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Heather Bayer, author of Renting Your Recreational Property for Profit, former CEO of a highly successful cottage rental agency, and a popular blogger, hosts the Vacation Rental Success podcast. With many years experience of owning and managing multiple vacation rental properties, Heather brings her knowledge and views on every aspect of the business, together with interviews with vacation homeowners and industry experts. Heather has appeared as a guest on CTV Canada, CBC Radio, Rogers TV, a ...
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This is The Vacation Rental Manager's Podcast with Sarah and T.. The first podcast dedicated to the professional vacation rental manager. Join Sarah Bradford and Tim Cafferty on their journey through day to day issues affecting the professional vacation rental manager. From the Coast to the Mountains, Sarah and T have been covering all things vacation rental for over 7 years and counting.
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Forward Thinking Founders is a founder podcast where we interview high potential founders from networks like Y Combinator, The Thiel Fellowship, Product Hunt, Twitter, etc. and brings to light what they're building for the world. Think of it like the opposite of How I Built This, where we interview founders before they are successful, then if they are, we have a moment in time we can look back on in the early days. Does the model work? Look at our early interviews and you'll have your answer.
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Episode 209 - Navigating HOA Challenges When Operating A Short Term Rental with Sam Wempe
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In this episode of the Vacation Rental Revolution podcast, host Shawn Moore interviews Sam Wempe, a short-term rental investor from Seattle. Sam shares his journey into the world of short-term rentals, discussing his background in public policy and how it informs his investment strategy. He details the acquisition process of their property in Gold …
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VRS579 - The Future of Property Management: Navigating Airbnb’s Co-Hosting Revolution with Simon Lehmann
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In this episode of the Vacation Rental Success Podcast, host Heather Bayer sits down with Simon Lehmann, founder and CEO of the consulting firm AJL Atelier, to discuss the impact of Airbnb’s Experienced Co-Hosting Program on the property management industry and the challenges professional property managers face in a rapidly evolving ecosystem. Simo…
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When to Listen to the Data with Chris Wheeler of Scenic Stays
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In this episode of The Vacation Rental Show: How We Grow, host Lynell Gordon is joined by Chris Wheeler, Owner of Scenic Stays. Together, they explore: How to book off-season rentals Using data to enhance the efficiency of housekeeping operations How to balance data insights with owner expectations in revenue management Chris is Owner of Scenic Sta…
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Episode 208 - Don't Let The Off Season Slow Down Your Bookings
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What’s up guys, welcome back to another episode of The Vacation Rental Revolution Podcast. On this segment of Whiskey Wednesday Dave and I talk about what you can do to keep your bookings from slowing down during the off season. We also talked about a simple strategy to get 5 star reviews as well as what to consider if you are selling a short term …
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Episode 207 - Lessons Learned From A Year Long Set Up w/ Matthew Scrabis
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In this episode of the Vacation Rental Revolution Podcast, host Shawn Moore interviews Matt Scrabis, a short-term rental investor who shares his journey from long-term rentals to acquiring a lake house for vacation rentals. Matt discusses the challenges he faced during the setup phase, and the lessons learned along the way. The conversation highlig…
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VRS578 - Unlocking the Power of Direct Bookings with Jenn Boyles
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The best way to introduce new team members to Vacation Rental! Sign them up for our new THRIVE Essentials Program... Find out more: >> https://vacationrentalformula.com/thrive-essentials-PMC _______________________________________________________________________ Over the past 3 years, the Direct Book movement has matured to a dedicated effort to br…
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Episode 206 - Is The Growing Trend Of Last Minute Bookings Costing You Money?
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What’s up guys, welcome back to another episode of The Vacation Rental Revolution Podcast. On this segment of Whiskey Wednesday Dave and I talk about the growing trend of last minute bookings and how they may be costing you money. We also talked about how to take advantage of big events in your area to capitalize on higher revenue during that time.…
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Navigating Legislative Changes in Vacation Rentals with Ginger Harrelson of Beachball Properties (Feat. Scott Leggat of Inhabit IQ)
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In this episode of The Vacation Rental Show: How We Grow, host Lynell Gordon is joined by Ginger Harrelson, co-owner and Corporate Counsel of Beachball Properties, and Scott Leggat, Director of Government Affairs and Advocacy at Inhabit IQ. Together they explore: The Alabama Tourism Protection Act Insights into navigating the legislative process Th…
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Episode 205 - Navigating Project Management In Short Term Rental Investing w/ Greg & Sarah Mills
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In this episode of the Vacation Rental Revolution podcast, host Shawn Moore interviews Greg and Sarah Mills, short-term rental investors. Greg and Sarah share their background as engineers and their journey into real estate investing. They discuss their experience with their first real estate investment, the challenges they faced, and the lessons t…
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VRS577 - Strength in Numbers: The Power of Local Alliances in the Vacation Rental Industry with Julie Marks of VTSTRA
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In this episode of the Vacation Rental Success Podcast, host Heather Bayer sits down with Julie Marks from the Vermont Short-Term Rental Association (VTSTRA) to discuss the importance of local alliances, networking, and navigating regulations in the short-term rental industry. Julie Marks is a dedicated homesteader who began her journey into the va…
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Episode 204 - Summer Demand Report Surprises A Lot Of Investors
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What’s up guys, welcome back to another episode of The Vacation Rental Revolution Podcast. On this segment of Whiskey Wednesday Dave and I review the latest AirDNA market report and the summer demand numbers may surprise you. We also talked about how whether or not you should have supplemental damage insurance for your renters. If you like what we …
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Think Like a Hospitality Professional with Michael Friedman of Vacation Rental University
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In this episode of The Vacation Rental Show: How We Grow, host Lynell Gordon is joined by Michael Friedman, CEO of The Simple Life Hospitality and Co-Founder of Vacation Rental University. Together, they explore: Why property managers need to consider themselves part of the hospitality industry How to avoid the most common vacation rental mistakes …
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Episode 203 - Short Term Rental Farmhouse Renovation w/ Doug & Mia Walker
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In this episode of the Vacation Rental Revolution Podcast, host Shawn Moore interviews Mia and Doug Walker, short-term rental investors who share their journey of renovating a farmhouse property. Mia and Doug discuss their backgrounds, their passion for remodeling and creating unique experiences, and their decision to venture into short-term rental…
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VRS576 - Safe Rentals, Secure Profits: Why Safety is the New Selling Point with Justin Ford
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This week brought a 2022 tragedy into focus as two vacation rental property owners plead guilty to multiple misdemeanors and code violations in a fire that killed 2 young women. Sadly, this is just one incident among many that could have been so easily avoided, yet safety in our business remains a topic that gets minimal attention. In this episode,…
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Episode 202 - Candid Advise For New Or Inexperienced Short Term Rental Investors
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What’s up guys, welcome back to another episode of The Vacation Rental Revolution Podcast. On this segment of Whiskey Wednesday Dave and I share some advise we would give to new or inexperienced short term rental investors. We also talked about how to optimize your listing in the changing seasons. If you like what we do here at the Vacation Rental …
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Metrics, Freebies, and Competitor Analysis: Marketing Advice from Susan Tormollen of A Better Meal
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In this episode of The Vacation Rental Show: How We Grow, host Lynell Gordon is joined by Susan Tormollen, Former Director of Marketing at Expedia, Founder of Camp Do It and Head of Marketing at A Better Meal. Together, they explore: Why you need to measure every part of the customer lifecycle Successful marketing strategies in the VR space How to …
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Episode 201 - Navigating Renovation Challenges and Setbacks with Dave Luetscher & Jenny Lowe
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Dave and Jenny share their journey into short-term rental investing, starting with their background in real estate and their desire to generate income from assets. Jenny's father influenced her interest in real estate, and after his passing, she became more motivated to use assets to accomplish her goals. They decided to sell their long-term rental…
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VRS575 - Unlocking Expertise: How Fractional Executives are Transforming Vacation Rentals with Alex O Husner and Michelle Marquis
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We all know about virtual assistants and how valuable they can be to a company looking for flexible, short-term or part-time help with guest services, administrative tasks and social media management. But what if you need more executive level assistance but aren’t ready to take on someone full-time? This is where fractional leaders come into their …
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Episode 200 - My Reaction To A Few Crazy Online Comments
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What’s up guys, welcome back to another episode of The Vacation Rental Revolution Podcast. On this segment of Whiskey Wednesday Dave gets my reaction to a few online comments that may surprise you. We also talked about charging extra fees for additional guest above a certain number as well as what should be included in your welcome letter. If you l…
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Data-Driven Decision Making in Vacation Rental Management with Steve Caron of Inhabit
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In this episode of The Vacation Rental Show: How We Grow, host Lynell Gordon is joined by Steve Caron, the Executive Vice President and Managing Director, Vacation Division at Inhabit. Together they explore: The importance of mindset Data-driven decision-making Embracing challenges The use of AI in the industry Creating exceptional guest experience…
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Episode 199 - Doubling Down On Ownership & Management w/ Mitch & Katie Ehly
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In this episode of the Vacation Rental Revolution podcast, host Shawn Moore interviews Mitch and Katie Ehly, a power couple from Wisconsin who have ventured into short-term rental investing. Mitch has a background in the tech startup space, while Katie has experience in public relations and marketing. They share their journey into real estate inves…
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The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly with Elaine and Lance Stitcher of Seaside Vacations & Sales
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In this episode of The Vacation Rental Show - How We Grow, host Lynell Gordon is joined by Elaine and Lance Stitcher, the co-owners of Seaside Vacations and Sales. Together, they explore: How to build a brand from day one The good, and the not-so-good, stories from their journey so far Why you can’t be afraid to let people go when they’re not worki…
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VRS574 - Storytelling Strategies to Elevate Your Vacation Rental Business
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Jeff Bartsch has edited over 100 episodes of the hit show, American Ninja Warrior, over the last 11 years. He says that when you can take five hours of video footage and create a 90-second piece that shows who the contestant is, what they do, and why they are so different, it makes a powerful piece of content. And now he’s joining Heather to talk a…
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Episode 198 - Rising Insurance Costs A Concern For STR Investors
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What’s up guys, welcome back to another episode of The Vacation Rental Revolution Podcast. On this segment of Whiskey Wednesday Dave and I discuss the rising cost of insurance and how it is affecting the cash flow for a lot of STR investors. We also talked about certain trends in Ai, specifically on the design side of the short term rental world. I…
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Episode 197 - Lessons Learned On The Path To #1 In The Market, with Andy Ingram
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Andy Ingram, a successful short-term rental investor, shares his journey and insights in this podcast episode. He started investing in real estate after going through a divorce and bought a cabin in Big Bear, California. He turned it into a short-term rental and found immediate success with Airbnb. Andy later sold the property due to COVID-19 conce…
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Creating a Brand Bible with Amber Hurdle of Employer Brand Central
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In this episode of The Vacation Rental Show: How We Grow, host Lynell Gordon is joined by Amber Hurdle, founder of Employer Brand Central. Together they explore: Maintaining employee engagement during change Emerging branding trends Creating a “Brand Bible” Challenges faced by women in business today Amber is the founder of Employer Brand Central, …
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VRS573 - From Personal Touch to Operational Success: Innovative Hospitality with Nick Russell
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In this episode of the Vacation Rental Success Podcast, host Heather Bayer sits down with Nick Russell, the COO and VP of The Cottages on the Key, to discuss their unique approach to hospitality that sets them apart in the vacation rental industry. Nick brings a dynamic and personalized approach to vacation rental management. With a background mark…
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Episode 196 - Opportunities Are Out There If You Know What To Look For
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What’s up guys, welcome back to another episode of The Vacation Rental Revolution Podcast. On this segment of Whiskey Wednesday Dave and I discuss the opportunities out there in the short term rental markets. We also talked about certain trends in the short term rental world that I believe are not as much trends and more fundamentals to success. If…
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Episode 195 - Building A Portfolio In Colorado, Florida, Alaska & Georgia While Working Full Time
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Troy and Misti Petrie share their journey in the short-term rental game, discussing their transition from long-term rentals to short-term rentals and the importance of creating unique experiences for guests. They talk about their portfolio of properties across different markets, including Colorado, Florida, Alaska, and Georgia. They emphasize the s…
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VRS572 - Rethinking Your Vacation Rental Business Model: Insights from Matt Landau
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In this episode of the Vacation Rental Success Podcast, host Heather Bayer sits down with Matt Landau from VRMB (Vacation Rental Marketing Blog) to discuss the importance of creative interventions in the vacation rental industry and how stepping outside of your comfort zone can lead to innovation and growth. Matt Landau, a seasoned thought leader i…
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Episode 194 - Surprising Demand Growth Year Over Year In Short Term Rental Markets
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What’s up guys, welcome back to another episode of The Vacation Rental Revolution Podcast. On this segment of Whiskey Wednesday Dave and I discuss why I'm continuing to be surprised by the demand growth year over year in the short term rental markets. We also talked about how detrimental it can be if you are searching for the easy button in your un…
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Episode 193 - Dental Practice Owner To Short Term Rental Investor w/ Dr. CE Peck
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In this episode of the Vacation Rental Revolution podcast, host Shawn Moore interviews Dr. CE Peck, a dental practice owner and short-term rental investor. CE shares his journey into the short-term rental game, including his background as a dentist and the challenges he faced in finding time to invest. He discusses how he chose the market of Galves…
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VRS571 - Beyond Limits: How Coaching Can Revolutionize Your Vacation Rental Business
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Investing in personal development is a no-brainer for the most successful people in this business. They have mentors; they hire coaches and join mastermind groups, and along the way, transform their mindsets. But how do you know what is right for you? In this episode Heather Bayer talks with Cliff Ravenscraft, a renowned coach, mentor, and mastermi…
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Episode 192 - Co-Hosting & Arbitrage Are Not Wealth Building Strategies
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What’s up guys, welcome back to another episode of The Vacation Rental Revolution Podcast. On this segment of Whiskey Wednesday Dave and I discuss why I don't think Co-Hosting or Rental Arbitrage are worth the time and effort long term. We talked about a crazy high airline prices and how it affects the short term rental world. We also talked about …
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Competitors are Friends with John Stokinger, Director of Sales at Direct
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In this episode of The Vacation Rental Show - How We Grow, host Lynell Gordon is joined by John Stokinger, Director of Sales at Direct. Together, they explore: The camaraderie and communication of the vacation rental industry How some industry conferences could be improved to focus on education and cost efficiency Why it’s crucial for property mana…
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Episode 191 - From Long-Term Rentals to Short-Term Rentals with George Rivera
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In this episode of the Vacation Rental Revolution podcast, Shawn Moore interviews George Rivera about his journey into short-term rental investing. George shares his background as a serial entrepreneur and how he got interested in real estate investing. He discusses his transition from long-term rentals to short-term rentals and the benefits he see…
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Happy Customers Means More Innovation with Michael B. Rubin of Streamline
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In this episode of The Vacation Rental Show: How We Grow, host Lynell Gordon is joined by Michael B. Rubin, General Manager of Streamline Vacation Rental Software at Inhabit. Together, they explore: Streamline’s recent innovations How good customer feedback provides a solid foundation for future innovation The upcoming Streamline Summit Since the b…
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VRS570 - The Power of Appreciation: Transforming Your Workplace with Dr. Paul White
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How do you show appreciation to your work colleagues? Do you spend time with them, give them words of praise, give the occasional gift or ask if they need help. You probably do all of the above, but did you know some of your team members will prefer one type of appreciation to another? In this episode Dr. Paul White, a psychologist, author, and spe…
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Episode 190 - The Big 3 Wealth Building Levers With Real Estate Investing
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What’s up guys, welcome back to another episode of The Vacation Rental Revolution Podcast. On this segment of Whiskey Wednesday Dave and I discuss the big 3 wealth building levers in real estate investing; cash flow, appreciation & tax advantages. We also talked about a crazy law in Oregon that is another example of policy makers putting in place r…
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Episode 189 - Discipline & Strategic Decision Making with Drew Griffin
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In this episode of the Vacation Rental Revolution podcast, host Shawn Moore interviews short-term rental investor Drew Griffin. Drew shares how the loss of his father and conversations with his father-in-law led him to real estate investing. Drew explains his decision to focus on short-term rentals and the benefits of the long-term approach. Drew a…
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