I had so much fun interviewing Cheyenne of @strbkeep this week! Of course, I had to get the bookkeeping questions out of the way at the top, and this girl did not hold back on how to organize things to maximize those deductions (IRS, if you're reading this please stop) and how to make your CPA's job easier. After that, I asked her to spill on what she is seeing from her clients today: Who is still making money? Who is in the red? Which markets are profitable? What are hosts reinvesting in? Where are hosts cutting expenses? Let's be real, your realtor or favorite data software can hype up the projections all day, but your bookkeeper knows what's really going on... numbers don't lie! This episode is a peek behind the curtain of what the profitable hosts are doing today! Connect with Cheyenne on Instagram Host Like A Mother 10-Week Mentorship Program – Click HERE to apply!  Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Podcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | kelsey@hospitality.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fouad Bazzi is hands down one of my favorite real estate investors in the STR space, and if you've had the pleasure of meeting him before, you know why! Fouad prioritizes family, wellness, and hospitality effortlessly... all while investing in properties that are generating over $200k per year. It's hard to come by someone who is crushing it like this guy, but who still stays so humble and willing to share his exact strategies. Fouad pulls back the curtain on his buy box, which markets he's investing in, and what factors make a market attractive to him. You'll love this conversation, and will absolutely walk away with a new nugget of real estate wisdom! Connect with Fouad on Instagram @fouad_airbnb Host Like A Mother 10-Week Mentorship Program – Click HERE to apply!  Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Podcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | kelsey@hospitality.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! baselane.com Natalie sits down with Matias Korter and Saad Dar from Baselane to explore the features and benefits of their real estate investment management platform. Matias, CEO and co-founder, discusses his background in financial services and real estate, and the inspiration behind Baselane, emphasizing its core aims: saving time, providing visibility and control, and aiding growth for real estate investors. Saad Dar, leading business development and partnerships, shares his transition from frustration over the lack of integrated technology in real estate investing to contributing to Baselane. The conversation reveals Baselane's comprehensive approach in addressing the specific needs of landlords by streamlining bookkeeping, banking, and reporting — thereby maximizing passive income. Features discussed include automated categorizations, virtual debit cards for managing expenses, high APY on deposits, cashback rewards, and upcoming functionalities like automated transfers and multi-user access. The platform's dedication to real estate specificity and user feedback to constantly upgrade its services is highlighted. Listeners are guided on how to easily sign up and begin utilizing Baselane to optimize their real estate business operations. Thank you to my sponsors! Start using Turno today! Get 3 months of HostGPO for free!  Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Tatianna’s journey, what drives her, and managing hosting, co-hosting and arbitrage. Reacting to what a guest wrote in this host’s guestbook. She couldn’t ride what?!!? Use code TATIANNA10 or NATALIE10 for 10% off your Level Up Your Listing Summit tickets! Tatianna's Instagram Tatianna's Website Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit Tickets! Request a FREE Quote from Steadily for STR Insurance Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the first Airbnb Advice Column bonus episode. Hope you enjoy! XOXO - Natalie 2:09 Question #1 - Choosing what to do with one extra bedroom 5:47 Question #2 - Dealing with messy guests 8:57 Question #3 - Handling micro-managing owners as a co-host 13:33 Question #4 - The best way to stage an awkward layout 16:53 Question #5 - Are you doing too much as a host? Take 10% off your Level Up Your Listing Summit ticket with code NATALIE10 Download my Cohosting Contract Use me as your Airbnb Ambassador Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with Jason Reece - AI advocate for STR use and development Jesus take the wheel- reacting to a host whose patience was tested!! Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit Tickets! Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with short term rental exclusive realtor Tyler Coon Reacting to guest review about a pull-out couch that didn’t even exist at the Airbnb Register for Level Up Your Listing Summit with code NATALIE10 for 10% off! Connect with Tyler at Savvy Realty Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit Tickets! Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: STR deal analysis with Tony and Sara Robinson Reacting to this unhinged guest over a coffee maker Download Tony's STR Calculator Follow Tony and Sara Robinson's on instagram! Use code NATALIE to attend the STR Summit in Orlando, Jan 20-22 Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit Tickets! Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Breaking down the BRRRR method with Patryk Swietek Airbnb sided with the guest over this?!!?! Follow Patryk on Instagram Join STR Nation Check out the Patryk Real Estate Show Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit Tickets! Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: A year in review- going through my properties and assessing my profit wins and losses, advice for the next year and changes I plan on implementing in 2023 Reacting to a 2-star review from a guest because they had a nightmare Get a FREE quote for STR insurance with Steadily Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit Tickets! Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Reacting to what Dave Ramsey has to say about Airbnbs and the problems STRs bring Reacting to a host that gave a refund for having a pet-friendly property. Watch the Dave Ramsey video here Get a FREE quote for STR insurance with Steadily Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit Tickets! Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Brenna Carles shares different types of mortgages, calculating your debt to income ratio and all about DSCR loans. Reacting to the most shocking, offensive and vulgar review from a guest. Connect with Brenna! The Mortgage Shop Brenna's Instagram Save your seat for Level Up Your Listing Summit Feb 27-Mar 1 in Scottsdale, AZ! Thank you to Steadily Insurance for sponsoring this week's episode: Request a free quote at hostwithnatalie.steadilypartner.com Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit Tickets! Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: How Michael Elefante runs his six properties with financial freedom Does this guest deserve a refund for the tragedy they experienced trying to get to this Airbnb?! Follow Michael on Instagram Michael's TikTok | Michael's YouTube Channel Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit Tickets! Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I sit down with Zach Busekrus of StayWatch (formerly known as Sponstayneous), and the host of the Behind The Stays podcast! What is StayWatch? Think of it like Google Flight Alerts but for Airbnbs! Guests who love to travel can join the StayWatch newsletter and set filters around their favorite destinations and property size, and when listings that meet that criteria are still available last minute, guests get notified. Zach talks to us about how we can increase bookings as hosts by implementing StayWatch into our booking strategy. He also shares some insightful stats about which places he's noticing that guests are most interested in traveling to, and what sort of properties guests are looking for! Connect with Zach Zach's episode with AirDNA's Jamie Lane Listen to episode 55 with Zach Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Giving all my arguments against direct bookings and what Mark has to say about it Reacting to a guest’s feedback for the host of how to make her property “better.” Connect with Mark @Boostly Instagram boostly.co.uk/listingsites Buy the Book Direct Playbook Preorder the Book Direct Blueprint coming December 2022 Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit Tickets! Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! Black Friday prices are ON for Level Up Your Listing Summit! On this week's episode: Ryan Bakke is back to share year end tax strategies and what you can do in these last weeks of 2022 I’m the Airbnb-hole this week — listen to hear why :( Connect with Ryan: Learn Like A CPA Podcast Ryan's Instagram Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First time host? List your space with my referral link! With the Ask A Superhost program, I can personally help you set up your Airbnb listing, and make sure everything looks good to go before you hit 'publish'. The Official Airbnb 2022 Winter Release And even more info about the Airbnb 2022 Winter Release Edit your Instant Book settings An "easier" way to dispute retaliatory reviews (we shall see) Total Price Display - What guests see Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit Tickets! Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: All about arbitrage - how it works, step by step what to do and how to pitch yourself for properties Reacting to a scandalous message guests left in this host’s guestbook. BUY YOUR LEVEL UP YOUR LISTING SUMMIT TICKET Follow Kierra on Instagram @coachforthehost Kierra's YouTube Channel Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Grab your Level Up Your Listing Summit ticket! Only a few early bird tix left! Thank you to Minoan for partnering up for today's episode. Get discounted furniture on 200+ of your favorite, quality brands! Read the room by room set up guide and download the furniture checklist! Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Guest host takeover with award-winning interior designer Tatianna Taylor-Tait Tatianna’s top 5 tips for design Reacting to the film Barbarian - where a woman finds herself double-booked at an Airbnb and decides to stay with the stranger. GET YOUR TICKETS TO Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit Connect with Tatianna Instagram | Tatianna's Website Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: *Please note, this episode may not be appropriate for kids* Ghouls and goblins gather 'round to hear to spookiest, bone chilling Airbnb horror stories in town. You know what's really scary? Paying full price for furniture! Join Minoan today and start saving on hundreds of brands for your short-term rental. Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! EARLY BIRD TICKETS ON SALE NOW! On this week's episode: Answering YOUR questions in an interview with Zeona McIntyre, MTR host. Am I in the right market and what are the pros and cons? Reacting to a 28 day stay Airbnb issued refund to a guest. Connect with Zeona McIntyre: Follow her on Instagram Listen to the Invest2FI Podcast Pre-order the book '30-Day Stay' - Use code ZEONA for 10% off Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Tips to add revenue on top of your nightly rate, increase bookings, and save money this month! Reacting to a strange guest experience of a stay in Mexico - catching things on camera, stolen items, possible sex trafficking?! Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with Vanessa Aguirre - host of ultimate girls trip/bachelorette experience niche listings Reacting to host that dumps new puppies for guests to take care of before adopting them out?! Find Vanessa's Listings: instagram.com/femmehouseaz instagram.com/femmehousenash Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I'm reacting to a hilarious segment from Tim Dillon's show. He calls out a ton of BS in the retail industry, and as I listened I couldn't help but realize how much of this behavior hosts are also guilty of... MYSELF INCLUDED. I'm confessing some cardinal hosting sins I've committed and vowing to never be that kind of host again!!! 👉🏼 I'll be in San Diego next week (July 8-9th) as a speaker at the STR Nation conference! ⏰ Hurry! Use code NATALIE to save $100 on your ticket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: I’m turning 29 on September 29, and it’s my Golden Birthday!✨ I cover my 29 golden rules to live by for STRs! Reacting to a 4 star review a guest left for an Airbnb that was better than the photos. Get discounts on 200+ furniture brands with Minoan! Hosting Template Flash Sale - $29 today and tomorrow! Shop My Amazon Faves Waterproof/Bedbug Proof Mattress Protector Schlage Encode Smart Lock Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with John Hildebrand - Airbnb Ambassador and expert on dealing with STR regulations Opt in to receive updates about regulation in your area Turn on legal notifications on Airbnb Get a free quote from Steadily Insurance Reacting to an Airbnb host’s review for the production team of the new Bachelorette Season 19 Finale couple that they hosted. Connect with John Hildebrand: instagram.com/johnhildebrandsicky | instagram.com/hildehomes Get involved in the battle for keeping regulation friendly to STR! azrtr.org rentresponsibly.org Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Airbnb host, avid traveler and STR social media guru, Taylor Hildreth, shares action items you can do to improve your social media marketing, online presence, and brand growth to drive more bookings Reacting to a host requiring guests to respond with a specific quote after reading house rules Connect with Taylor: instagram.com/taylorjohildreth instagram.com/hilhausaframe taylorjohildreth.com Join Minoan today for major discounts for hosts on your favorite brands! Create a custom link for your Airbnb listing Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: I asked for your help with this week's episode, and asked you to submit the messages guests have sent you... and how you should respond to them?! We run through your scenarios and I share exactly how I would reply if it were me. Creating a library of go-to responses to use with future guests Reacting to a poorly rated guest review because they could not fall asleep due to the sound of crashing waves. Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's bonus episode I spill all the tea on our latest STR investment! We purchased an Airstream, and I break down all my reasons for jumping into this deal, the loan and financing, and what our plans are for it.  I'm looking for someone to partner up with to help bring my vision to life. If you or someone you know would be the perfect fit to help me make this happen, please contact me: airbnbwithnatalie@gmail.com Thank you @blancobungalow for taking such good care of her! We're so in love. Get a FREE quote for STR Insurance with Steadily Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Today I am partnering with Minoan— a centralized ordering platform with access to over 200 brands that can help furnish, upgrade or refresh your space.Adding personality back into your listing Ally and Sage, from Minoan's marketing department, share how Minoan works and what they provide! Join Minoan! | Follow Minoan on Instagram Reacting to an angry guest whose reservation was cancelled after asking for more discounts. Check out Kristen's listing (our Airbnb-hole submitter) Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Our Level Up Your Listing Women's Summit - Take Our Audience Survey Things you can do when you have 1-2 night or pre-planned longer vacancies Updating your amenities on your listing Should you consider taking on long-term rentals? Reacting to an Instagram Reel about hosts requiring too much. Do you pass the vibe check? Things mentioned in this episode: Schlage Encode Shop My House Manual Template use code NOVACANCY for 20% off Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with unique amenity and experiential stay expert Improving your Airbnb listing to optimize your rank Reacting to a guest making insufferable, high decibel monkey screaming sex sounds?! 5 Day Hosting Crash Course tickets: hostwithnatalie.com/crashcourse Connect with Bryce: instagram.com/brycecano instagram.com/_hyggehomerentals hyggehomerentals.com Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: I interview real estate agent, Ben Pinel, to discuss all things recession related and the current market Reaching out to a professional about an investment property Reacting to a guest complaining about the air quality just to get a discount. Thank you Stephanie for submitting this week's AITAH! Check out her listing here and support a fellow listener of No Vacancy: airbnb.com/h/mammothmountainretreat CONNECT WITH BEN: instagram.com/benyprealty instagram.com/starterhomecollection Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: My tips to help improve the 8 things that can go wrong while hosting Adding the AirReview Chrome Extension: rankbreeze.com/airreview/ Question of the week: Should I remove my cleaning fee altogether and include it into the nightly prices? Reacting to a guest that brought their pet boa constrictor. Who is the Airbnb-hole here?! 5 Day Hosting Crash Course! hostwithnatalie.com/crashcourse Use code NOVACANCY10 for an additional $10 off early bird pricing thru midnight 8/6 Backup Wifi Battery: amzn.to/3blDIHG Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Katie Cline shares her extensive background in luxury hospitality, having worked with top-notch hotels like Ritz Carlton and W Hotels. Katie discusses her pivot into the STR market and offers valuable lessons on applying five-star hospitality standards to STRs. Learn about the importance of design narratives, professional photos, and understanding your guest avatar. Katie reveals how STRs can compete with hotels, create exceptional experiences, and build a loyal customer base. Connect with Katie and explore how branding and targeted marketing can elevate your STR game. Download this exclusive worksheet on building your own brand for No Vacancy listeners! Connect with Katie @bykatiecline | www.bykatiecline.com @troutlanding | www.trout-landing.com @gallantfoxsaratoga Thank you to my sponsors! Start using Turno today! Get 3 months of HostGPO for free!  Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: The Four Quadrants of Hosting. Take the quiz here! Run a Wifi speed test on your property through the Airbnb app: https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/3003/verify-your-internet-speed Question of the week: Should I buy a property in an HOA? Reacting to a host that dropped everything to deliver a TV to their guest. Thank you Jennifer for submitting this week's AITAH! Check out her listing here and support a fellow listener of No Vacancy: airbnb.com/h/thedwellingnest Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Reading and reacting to YOUR Airbnb hosting horror stories! Buckle in. These stories are WILD. Why you need to get a quote for short-term rental insurance: hostwithnatalie.steadilypartner.com Question of the week: Should you charge the extra guest fee on Airbnb? Ozone generator: https://amzn.to/3OckZM8 Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: I interview Zoey Berghoff to learn more about managing and hosting a unique property Maximizing your property listing's photo gallery Reacting to a guest requesting to cancel the reservation because she left her child at home Connect: Book a consultation with Zoey Zoey's TikTok | Zoey's Instagram Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Bookings down? 5 things that could improve your listing Adding valuable captions to your photos What should I title my listing? Reacting to a host seeking advice about a broken dryer after only 4 loads of laundry. Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: All about cohosting and how to get started Making sure your cohosting contract has a spending threshold How you can get paid as a cohost Reacting to a guest's extreme excuse for getting out of a booking Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: I interview Ryan Bakke from @learnlikeacpa to get all the tea on how to make the tax code work to your advantage as a Short-term rental host. Doing monthly bookkeeping Reacting to a host's threat to their guest via text Connect: Ryan's Instagram | Ryan's Podcast AITAH Twitter Thread Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: My takeaways from the STR Wealth Conference from speakers and from networking Adding personality back into your listing How to stand out in a saturated market Reacting to a host and his pool camera Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Editor: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: 4 ways to say no to your guests 4 safety items to have in your Airbnb including a First Aid Kit and Free Smoke/CO Alarm) How do I feel about influencers staying in exchange for exposure? Reacting to a checkout list from hell!! Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Editor: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: 5 most annoying things guests do and how you can prevent it Ditch the Tupperware What do I do if my guest wants to cancel? Reacting to a guest complaining a week later about their stay Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Editor: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of 'No Vacancy the Podcast,' Natalie brings on Isaac French, the visionary and creator behind Live Oak Lake, a stunning seven-cabin landscape hotel in Texas. Isaac shares his remarkable journey from finding the perfect piece of raw land on Zillow to building and eventually selling the property for an astonishing $7 million. He delves into the financials, design choices, challenges, and successes he encountered along the way. This episode provides insightful details about the value of building an engaged audience, leveraging social media for direct bookings, and running a highly profitable short-term rental property. The podcast concludes with valuable tips for aspiring vacation rental hosts and a segment where Natalie addresses an 'Am I the Airbnb Hole' query about guests asking for discounts. 00:00 Welcome to No Vacancy Podcast 00:31 Simplifying Short-Term Rental Setup with Host GPO 01:30 Introducing Isaac French and Live Oak Lake 02:48 Isaac's Journey: From Concept to Creation 04:25 Finding the Perfect Property 04:44 Financing and Building Live Oak Lake 06:10 Overcoming Challenges and Achieving Success 16:40 The Power of Direct Bookings and Social Media 24:29 Navigating Financials and Scaling the Business 33:25 Emotional Connection and Bittersweet Decisions 33:38 Unexpected Offers and Appraisal Challenges 35:44 Negotiations and Closing the Deal 37:05 Investor Satisfaction and Profit Breakdown 38:22 Reflecting on the Journey and Future Plans 41:04 Building a Community and Sharing Knowledge 52:33 The Importance of Unique Vision in Hospitality 58:27 Closing Remarks and Future Projects 01:01:34 Am I the Airbnb Hole? Connect with Isaac at these links: Isaac's Instagram Website YouTube Thank you to my sponsors! Start using Turno today! Get 3 months of HostGPO for free!  Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: What guests are really looking for Scheduling a deep spring clean for your property What can I do to get a higher nightly rate? Reacting to my own Instagram Reel and asking my guest if THEY are the Airbnb-hole Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Editor: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: My hosting journey and the 4 mistakes I made early on Setting your calendar as "unavailable by default" Is it worth getting a hot tub for my Airbnb? Reacting to a guest and a list of her demands. Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Podcast Producer: Kelsey Lujan | kelseylujan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Covering what you need to know about Airbnb's Summer 2022 Release of brand new updates. Read the release for yourself here: https://news.airbnb.com/2022-summer-release/ https://www.airbnb.com/2022-summer Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Schedule a 1:1 consultation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices