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**Short Term Rental Secrets Podcast**

The Short Term Rental Secrets Podcast is dedicated to providing actionable content to help new and seasoned real estate investors launch, automate and scale their Airbnb business and fast track their journey to financial freedom. You can enjoy the podcast and other free resources at www.STRsecrets.com

Latest Episodes:

Ep 234 - How Jeremy Werden Built a 7-Figure Cohosting Business from Scratch! Mar 24, 2025

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FROM BROKE TO STR SUCCESS...HOW HE BUILT A 7-FIGURE BUSINESS!

Jeremy Werden never planned on becoming a short-term rental investor.

After losing his private equity job due to COVID, he had no choice.

His first move?

Boat rentals inspired by the Ozark TV show.

His real breakthrough?

Accidentally discovering cohosting and STR investing.

Now, he runs a 7-figure STR business.

Owns multiple properties, and built BNB Calc, the must-have deal analysis tool for Airbnb investors.

In this episode, Jeremy reveals:

●︎ How he scaled from boat rentals to Airbnb empire

●︎ The 3 business levels that take you from $10K to $100K/month

●︎ How to grow a cohosting business WITHOUT owning property

●︎ Why automation & hiring a team are the keys to STR success

●︎ How he convinced banks to fund his first STR deals (even with no credit history)

04:20 - Mastering Market Trends: Staying Ahead in STR Investments

09:33 - Scaling Smart: Creative Funding and Bank Strategies

10:18 - BNB Calc: The Revolutionary Tool for Investors

14:50 - From Solo Hustle to Scalable Business: Growth Stages

15:21 - Winning Clients: The Art of Persuasive Pitching

19:13 - Optimizing Operations: Streamlining Management for Profit

23:46 - Exceeding Expectations: Raising the Bar in STR Hospitality

25:38 - Process Over People: Fixing Systems for Success

31:53 - Leveraging Media: The Power of Podcasts for STR Growth

35:01 - Property Selection Secrets: Finding the Right Fit

38:13 - Untapped Markets: Atlantic Beach Investment Potential

Guest Bio:

Jeremy Werden is the co-founder of BNBCalc, host of the short-term rental pros podcast, and 7-figure short-term rental co-host and investor.

Guest Link:

https://www.instagram.com/jeremywerden

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The Pre-Stay Checklist That Guarantees 5-Star Reviews! | The STR Scale Show with Mike Reilly | Ep 06 Mar 20, 2025

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5-STAR REVIEWS DON’T HAPPEN BY ACCIDENT...HERE’S THE SECRET!

Most Airbnb hosts wait until it’s too late to fix problems.

Leading to bad reviews, lost revenue, and angry guests.

What if you could eliminate guest complaints BEFORE they happen?

In this episode, we break down:

●︎ The EXACT Pre-Stay Checklist that guarantees 5-star reviews

●︎ Why most hosts don’t inspect their properties—and why that’s killing their ratings

●︎ How to create a guest experience that WOWs from check-in to checkout

●︎ The secret to spotting & fixing issues before your guests arrive

●︎ Why small details = more repeat bookings and higher profits

Want to run a STR business that guests rave about?

This checklist is non-negotiable.

02:30 - Using AirDNA to Accurately Analyze STR Deals

05:15 - Avoiding Pricing Mistakes That Kill Your Margins

07:50 - The Power of Pre-Launching Listings for Maximum Bookings

10:00 - The Strategy That Landed a $9,600 Booking Before Going Live

12:15 - Why Professional Photos Aren’t Always Necessary at Launch

14:30 - The Key to Standing Out in a Highly Competitive STR Market

16:45 - Solving the 90-Day Restriction Problem on New Listings

18:20 - The Power of Mood Boards to Secure Bookings Without Final Designs

20:00 - Building a STR Brand That Instantly Attracts Guests

22:30 - Creating an Unforgettable First Impression for Your Guests

25:45 - Implementing a Rock-Solid Pre-Stay Inspection Process

28:15 - The Game-Changing Checklist for Flawless STR Operations

30:10 - Why Pre-Staying at Your Own Property is the Ultimate Quality Control

33:00 - Final Advice: How to Set Your STR Business Up for Long-Term Success

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Ep 233 - STR Investing in 2025: What Smart Investors Are Doing Differently! with Avery Carl Mar 17, 2025

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HIGH RATES, TOUGH MARKET. WHY SMART STR INVESTORS ARE STILL BUYING!

Most people think high interest rates and a slow market mean it’s a bad time to invest in short-term rentals.

But what if that’s exactly why now is the BEST time to buy?

In this episode, Avery Carl breaks down:

●︎ Why 2023-2024 is tougher than 2008 for real estate—but still full of opportunity

●︎ How experienced investors are closing deals while everyone else hesitates

●︎ The biggest mistake new investors make when looking at STR properties

●︎ Why overpriced listings sit for months...and how to negotiate massive discounts

●︎ The future of STRs, market regulations, amenities, and the best locations to buy

The best deals don’t go to those who wait.

They go to those who know how to play the game.

07:15 - Guest Introduction: Avery Carl, STR Investment Expert

09:40 - Market Cycles: Why Timing and Strategy Matter

12:50 - The Hidden Costs of Over-Themed STRs

15:45 - How to Win in Today’s High-Interest Market

18:30 - Avoiding the Biggest Mistakes When Pricing STRs

22:10 - Leveraging Data to Find Undervalued Properties

25:55 - STR vs. Long-Term Rentals: Knowing What Works

30:20 - The Future of STR Investing: Where the Market is Headed

34:15 - Final Advice: Making Smart Moves in Any Market

Guest Bio:

Avery Carl is the author of “Short Term Rental, Long Term Wealth,” host of “The Short Term Show” podcast, CEO of The Short Term Shop, and real estate investor with 189 doors.

Guest Link:

https://www.instagram.com/theshorttermshop/

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How to Pre-Launch Your Airbnb & Get Bookings Before You’re Ready! | The STR Scale Show with Mike Reilly | Ep 05 Mar 13, 2025

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AIRBNB LISTING NOT READY? GET BOOKINGS ANYWAY!

Most hosts wait too long before listing their property—losing out on valuable early bookings.

What if you could start earning before your Airbnb is even ready?

In this episode, we reveal:

●︎ The 3-step pre-launch strategy to secure bookings ASAP

●︎ Why you DON’T need professional photos to go live

●︎ How to use “Pre-Launch Rates” to fill your calendar early

●︎ Why Airbnb’s algorithm rewards early bookings & reviews

●︎ How to time your launch to hit peak booking windows

Think you have to wait until your property is perfect? Think again.

01:04 - Setting Clear Monthly Revenue Goals for STR Success

02:30 - Using Data-Driven Pricing to Hit Your Income Targets

04:15 - The Power of Pre-Launch Marketing for STRs

06:00 - Picking the Right Go-Live Date for Maximum Demand

08:20 - Soft Launch Strategies to Secure 5-Star Reviews Early

10:45 - Leveraging Booking Windows to Fill Your Calendar

12:30 - Creating a Standout Airbnb Listing Without Pro Photos

14:05 - Using Mood Boards to Grab Attention and Drive Clicks

16:20 - Writing High-Converting Marketing Copy for Your Listing

18:00 - Strategic Pricing Tactics to Rank Higher on Airbnb

20:15 - The Secret to Getting Your First Bookings Fast

22:30 - How to Use Friends and Family to Boost Your Listing’s Performance

25:00 - Why Boutique STR Management Is the Future of Hosting

27:40 - Mastering Revenue Management for Long-Term Profitability

30:10 - Final Advice: Take Action and Optimize for Success

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Ep 232 - 7 Proven Ways to Find Co-Hosting Deals & Scale FAST! Mar 10, 2025

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STOP RENTING. START CO-HOSTING. HERE’S HOW!”

Most people think rental arbitrage is the only way to get into short-term rentals—but they’re dead wrong.

Co-hosting is more profitable, lower risk, and scales faster than traditional STR models. But how do you find properties?

In this episode, we reveal:

●︎ 7 battle-tested ways to find co-hosting deals FAST

●︎ How to earn 20-25% commission on STRs (without owning them!)

●︎ The UI Method—how to steal underperforming Airbnb listings

●︎ How to partner with realtors, landlords, and property managers for leads

●︎ Why most hosts struggle with sales—and how to fix it

Cohosting is the STR goldmine no one is talking about—until now.

Listen now and start building your empire!

02:53 - The Smarter Alternative to Arbitrage

05:02 - Boosting Profit Margins with Expert Property Management

09:55 - Leveraging Real Estate Agents for Steady Leads

15:00 - Building a Bulletproof Client Acquisition System

23:51 - The Hidden Key to 5-Star Reviews and Maximized Revenue

36:51 - Mastering Sales Calls for Explosive Growth

37:47 - The Ultimate Mindset Shift for Long-Term Success

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Ep 231 - He Quit His 6-Figure Job & Built a 37-Property STR Empire! with Mark Palmiere Mar 03, 2025

Show notes

HE LOST EVERYTHING… THEN BUILT A 37-STR EMPIRE!”

Most people dream of quitting their soul-sucking 9-5.

Mark Palmiere actually did it.

From medical sales to short-term rental freedom—but it wasn’t easy.

He lost 5 deals immediately after quitting his job.

Faced financial uncertainty, and had to rebuild from scratch.

Now? He runs 37 high-revenue properties and is scaling to 60+ units.

Inside this episode, Mark reveals:

• Why most STR hosts fail—and how he pivoted from rental arbitrage

•The Underserved Investor (UI) method that doubled revenue from $90K to $212K

• How he chooses only high-end, well-maintained properties

• His exact strategy to scale STR operations with a lean team

• Why quitting his 6-figure job was the BEST decision he ever made

Thinking about leaving your job for STRs? Don’t do it until you hear this.

Listen now and steal the blueprint!

01:00 - Mastering Client Acquisition: The UI Method Explained

03:53 - Guest Introduction: Industry Leader Mike Riley

07:26 - From Arbitrage to Ownership: The Big Shift

10:40 - Scaling Smart: How to Grow Without Overextending

15:38 - The Game-Changing UI Strategy That Landed 17+ Properties

22:58 - Building a Rockstar Team for Operational Freedom

30:45 - The Art of Closing: Mastering High-Impact Sales Calls

33:36 - Diagnosing Listings: The Brutally Honest Approach

34:31 - Locking in Deals: The Follow-Up Formula That Works

36:52 - The Mindset Shift That Separates Amateurs from Experts

39:45 - Key Takeaways: Scaling, Sales, and Strategic Growth

Guest Bio:

Mark Palmiere owns an STR management company in San Diego, CA with 37 properties.

Guest Link:

https://www.instagram.com/mark.palmiere/reels/

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The Right Way to Analyze Co-Hosting Deals and Maximize STR Profits | The STR Scale Show w/ Mike Reilly | Ep 04 Feb 27, 2025

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Co-Hosting Deals? Most People Get This Wrong!

Most STR hosts jump into co-hosting deals blindly—and lose money before they even start.

In this episode, we break down:

• How to choose the right clients & properties (and avoid nightmare owners)

• The exact deal analysis framework that guarantees profitability

• How to set up a scalable co-hosting business model

• Why your STR niche & branding matter more than you think

• How to use real data (not guesswork) to analyze deals

The difference between profitable STR businesses and failing ones?

The right deals, the right pricing, and the right structure.

Listen now and build a STR business that prints money—not problems.

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03:16 – Qualifying Clients and Building Rapport

06:07 – Effective Discovery and Diagnosis

09:33 – Understanding Client Goals and Pain Points

12:20 – Solution-Oriented Questions and Presentations

15:12 – Evaluating Client Readiness and Urgency

18:45 – Setting Clear Expectations with Clients

22:10 – Common Mistakes in Sales Calls & How to Avoid Them

26:30 – Handling Objections and Overcoming Resistance

30:55 – Building Long-Term Client Relationships

35:20 – The Role of Pricing & Negotiation in Sales

39:45 – Closing Strategies for High-Conversion Sales

Ep 230 - How He Built a $200M STR Empire from His Apartment with Pierre-Camille's Playbook Feb 24, 2025

Show notes

He started with an idea in his apartment—and built a $200M STR empire.

In this episode, Pierre-Camille Hamana, CEO of Hospitable, reveals the untold secrets behind scaling one of the biggest names in short-term rentals.

Hosted by Emanuele Pani and Mike Reilly, this is more than just another STR success story—it’s a blueprint for game-changing growth.

Here's what you'll learn:

- Most hosts settle for 5 stars. Here’s why that’s a failure..

- The mindset shift that turns 5-star reviews into 7-star experiences.

- How Hospitable scales with host feedback—this strategy made them $200M.

- The future of STR tech & direct bookings—what’s coming next.

- Why loyalty to the problem (not the solution) leads to unstoppable growth

Think you’re doing everything right?

You’re probably missing the secret that made Pierre-Camille’s empire possible.

It's time to build a business guests never forget.

01:10 - Guest Introduction: Pierre-Camille Hamana, CEO of Hospitable

02:30 - How Hospitable Grew Into a $200M Company

05:00 - Delivering a 7-Star Guest Experience

07:45 - Scaling a Tech Company with Customer Feedback

10:30 - Building a Fully Remote, High-Performance Team

13:15 - Why Hospitable Prioritizes the Problem Over the Product

16:40 - Mastering Direct Bookings with Fraud Protection

19:55 - Making STR Operations Seamless Through Automation

23:10 - The Future of STR Technology and Marketplaces

26:35 - Raising Capital from Users Instead of Investors

29:50 - Long-Term Vision: Scaling Hospitality with Purpose

32:20 - Final Advice: Staying True to Your Mission and Vision

Guest Bio:

Pierre-Camille Hamana is the founder and CEO of the vacation rental management platform Hospitable. With a software engineering and business management background, Pierre-Camille has dedicated his career to transforming the STR industry - specifically self-managers - through innovative technology solutions. Pierre started Hospitable to rent out his spare bedroom in Brussels in 2016. The company has since grown to help thousands of hosts run their vacation rentals, automating nearly 27 million reservations to date and 16 million messages annually on behalf of hosts.

Guest Link:

pc@hospitable.com

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Ep 229 - He Quit Google to Build a 5- Million STR Empire, Here's How Feb 17, 2025

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They told him to play it safe. Instead, Mike Reilly left a dream job at Google to build 29 short-term rentals and a $5M business exit plan. Most STR hosts fail. Why? It’s NOT the market. It’s NOT bad properties. It’s what’s happening in their head. In this episode, Mike reveals:

The mindset traps killing your STR growth
The sales psychology behind a $5M exit
The hidden framework to scale 29 properties FAST
Why most STR hosts struggle—and how to avoid it

04:10 - Scaling to 29 Properties with a Clear Vision

06:00 - Mastering the Art of Finding Underperforming Listings

08:45 - Building a High-Performing STR Business Model

10:30 - The Power of Daily Habits and Mindset Shifts

13:00 - Leveraging Virtual Assistants for STR Automation

15:40 - Leadership and Growth: Running a STR Coaching Empire

18:10 - The Blueprint for a $5M Business Exit Strategy

20:25 - Structuring Your STR Business for Maximum Valuation

23:15 - Key Metrics That Attract High-Value Buyers

26:50 - The Role of Systems in Scaling Profitably

29:30 - The Future of STRs: Trends and Opportunities

32:00 - Final Advice: Dream Big, Take Action, Achieve Freedom

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How this W2 Worker Went From 0-80 Airbnb Properties and Became a CEO | The STR Scale Show w/ Mike Reilly | Ep 03 Feb 13, 2025

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Ever wondered how to go from 0 to 80 Airbnb properties and build a thriving short-term rental business? In this video, we break down the inspiring journey of a former W2 worker who transitioned from a 9-to-5 job to becoming a CEO in the Airbnb cohosting and property management space. If you’re an Airbnb cohost, host, or investor looking to scale your business and achieve financial freedom, this video is packed with valuable insights!

Learn how to secure cohosting contracts, manage multiple properties efficiently, and turn Airbnb into a full-time business. We’ll cover the key strategies that helped this entrepreneur escape the corporate grind and build a highly profitable short-term rental empire.

If you’re looking for a way to quit your 9-to-5 job, create passive income, or scale your Airbnb management business, this video is a must-watch. Whether you’re just starting in real estate investing or already hosting on Airbnb, these strategies will help you grow faster.

What’s your Airbnb growth goal? Drop your thoughts in the comments! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more Airbnb cohosting tips, real estate investing strategies, and passive income ideas!

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00:00 Elevating Leadership Standards

02:54 The Importance of Partnerships

05:50 Building a Strong Team Culture

09:13 Implementing KPIs for Growth

11:57 Effective Meeting Structures

18:07 One-on-One Engagements