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FF120 Travel Nurse Housing: Double The Profit of Long Term Rentals w/ Jesus Jimenez Nov 04, 2024

Imagine transforming a standard rental into a profitable midterm rental, achieving double the income while catering to the high-demand travel nurse market. In this episode, real estate agent and investor Jesus Jimenez shares his journey from traditional long-term rentals to making $4,100/month with his 2-bedroom condo by shifting to travel nurse housing during the winter months.

Starting out in the midterm rental (MTR) space may seem intimidating, but with Jesus' strategies and insights, you’ll learn how to overcome common roadblocks, calculate MTR profits, and attract reliable tenants. Jesus dives into his journey, including his unique approach to managing properties with a co-host, navigating family concerns, and developing a tenant-friendly “look book” to ensure smooth operations from day one.

In this episode, we cover:
• Handling Hesitations: How Jesus addressed MTR concerns with his spouse
• The Profit Potential: Real numbers on MTR earnings vs. long-term rentals
• Seasonal Planning: Align your rental pricing & availability w/ seasonal demand
• Streamline Bookings: Managing leads and efficient bookings
• Pro Tips: MTR essentials like parking, utilities, & creating a hassle-free tenant experience

In this episode we cover:

0:00 Intro- Landlord Diaries Intro

2:35 Shout out to our Furnished Finder CEO & Customer Service Team

4:20 How Jesus overcame his wife’s hesitation with the MTR strategy

7:15 Calculating midterm rental numbers

9:00 The biggest concerns were utilities & vacancy

9:45 Year one was a success!

11:00 Create a “look book” for tenants prior to furnishing your space

14:35 Determining your short term, mid term seasons

18:45 Travel nurse hosting advice

19:25 Midterm rental parking needs

22:00 Hiring a co-host at the beginning of your STR/MTR journey

25:30 The business side of partnering with a co-host

27:00 Managing Furnished Finder leads & 48 hour booking process

30:20 Round table discussion: Booking an MTR stay

35:25 Katie’s Worry Free Waiver tenant presentation

39:00 How does Jesus' wife feel now about MTR?

40:45 Hot tips to get started in MTR today

Website Links:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/furnishedfinder.travelnursehousing/

Jesus Jimenez Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Jesus.Jimenez15

IG: @jesusj661

Katie Lyon’s Properties:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=katie.lyon8

Kelly Bailey’s Properties:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Kelly*|B.

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FF119 Strategies for 3+ Bedroom Rentals: Ferrari vs. Honda Approach w/ Tiffany Rosenbaum Oct 28, 2024

In this episode of The Landlord Diaries, we dive deep into the world of mid-term rentals with Tiffany Rosenbaum, Co-Founder of Stunning Stays, a company that manages over 20 mid-term rental (MTR) properties in the Phoenix area. Tiffany shares her inspiring journey from overcoming poverty to achieving real estate success, and why operating larger MTRs that sleep 10+ people is a game changer for investors.

Tune in as Tiffany uncovers the operational secrets that help maximize rental income, attract diverse tenant types, and optimize property pricing — from the “Ferrari vs. Honda” approach. Plus, Tiffany reveals her strategies for furnishing and marketing these larger properties, as well as tips on how to build the right team to scale your MTR business effectively.

Key Takeaways:

How converting a 3 bedroom home into a 4-bedroom can boost your rental appeal
Budgeting and furnishing strategies for larger properties
A deep dive into the science of team-building and hiring for MTR success
Expert tips for scaling your MTR operations and avoiding common pitfalls

Whether you’re new to mid-term rentals or an experienced investor looking to scale, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you level up your real estate investment game.

Time Stamps

0:00 The Landlord Diaries Intro

2:10 From poverty to real estate success

4:40 Why to turn your 3 bedroom home into a 4 bedroom if you can

8:15 MTR tenant types staying in larger homes

9:25 Varying types of guests you attract based off minimum # of days

11:10 Pricing larger midterm rentals- “Ferrari vs. Honda”

13:40 Tiffany’s problem with mid-term rental operators…

19:20 Do you start marketing your larger properties once furnished or prior?

20:30 Furnishing & budgeting for larger properties

24:15 A less intimidating way to get started in midterm rentals

27:15 Don’t forget the wall art!

29:50 Mid-term rental property fees & deposit replacement options

30:40 Tiffany captured a baseball accident on camera & confronted the guest(s)

31:40 Tiffany’s bed bug story

32:15 Eliminate security deposits with Furnished Finder’s “Worry Free Waiver”

34:05 The science behind building your business with the right team

35:20 Tiffany is a strong believer in the DiSC profile for building & operating your team

38:00 Why personality tests are valuable for new hires & periodically for existing employees

39:25 Tiffany’s advice for adding your first MTR employee- hire your opposite

42:20 Tips for working with partners or family members

44:55 Vendors are key: The #1 reason STR/MTR properties don’t grow is because of cleaners

47:20 We all start with one property, well structured operators can scale successfully

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Rosenbaum

Tiffany’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://stunningstays.com/

Social Media: TiffanyMRosenbaum

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FF118 Skip the Deposit: Unlock the Power of Worry Free Waiver Oct 21, 2024

In this expert episode, we sit down with Jackie Wolf, Director of Sales at Waivo, to dive into the benefits of Furnished Finder's latest offering—the Worry Free Waiver. Designed specifically for midterm rental (MTR) hosts, this innovative security deposit alternative brings peace of mind by protecting your property while keeping tenants happy.

We’ll explore how the Waivo partnership provides rental hosts with an edge in the market by eliminating the need for traditional security deposits, simplifying claims, and ensuring fast payouts. This episode will discuss everything from damage coverage to passing the cost to tenants, providing a win-win for both hosts and travelers.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

Benefits of the Worry Free Waiver for MTR hosts
How Waivo simplifies damage protection with zero tenant involvement
Coverage options ranging from $1,000 to $3,500 for property damage, pet damage, and lease termination
Understanding the waiver vs. insurance—what’s covered, what’s not
Fast claims process: Payouts in just 3-4 business days
How to present the waiver to potential tenants and reduce their move-in costs

Time Stamps

0:00 Worry Free Waiver Benefits
2:30 The Waivo partnership story should excite MTR hosts!
4:25 Innovative products that emerge out of MTR needs
4:45 It's a security deposit alternative that doesn't involve the tenant
6:10 Overcome property management fears with this damage waiver product
7:10 Shift your mindset from “the cost of doing business” to peace of mind
8:55 What is “Worry Free Waiver” and how to use it for your midterm rental stays
9:35 What is the difference in a damage waiver, homeowners insurance, landlord insurance, renter’s insurance, etc
10:40 It's not insurance, it’s tenant damage protection
12:20 Think of it as tenant damage protection, not normal wear & tear
13:00 This waiver covers unexpected tenant damage
15:10 Waivo Exclusions: visual damage that can be captured in a photo
19:35 Why you should not go another stay without worry free waiver
21:35 Furnished Finder’s 3 waiver plans
23:30 Traveler security deposit fears: being blamed for something they didn’t do
24:05 Lease termination factors
26:50 The Furnished Finder waiver purchase process
28:05 The claim submission and payout process
29:35 After the tenant checks out, you have a 14 day window to submit the claim
30:30 A picture of the damage is the main requirement for submission
31:45 Claim response: 2 business days
35:35 The tenant will not be contacted throughout the process
36:20 The payout: 3-4 business days
39:00 How to present Worry Free Waiver to potential tenants
46:10 Waiver coverage for room rentals, 90 day stays, extended dates
48:35 This waiver has a 30 day minimum
49:25 Q&A from Furnished Finder hosts
51:15 A $50 claim minimum, no deductible
53:20 Does coverage include cleaning costs?
54:40 Is the exterior of the home covered?

WFW Link

Introducing Worry Free Waiver

Worry Free Waiver vs. Security Deposit

WFW Tenant Blog

WFW Webinar

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FF117 Adding Two MTRs Per Quarter - How Coty Mastered the Art of Growth Oct 14, 2024

In this episode of The Landlord Diaries, we sit down with Coty LeBlanc, a real estate dynamo from New Hampshire, who has successfully embraced the hybrid strategy of short-term and mid-term rentals. With 85% of his portfolio dedicated to mid-term rentals (MTRs), Coty shares how he built a thriving business using rental arbitrage and partnerships—many of which started from Craigslist connections! He walks us through his journey of scaling from low credit to managing 17 properties and consistently adding 2 MTR units each quarter.

With 80% of his bookings coming through Furnished Finder, Coty reveals how this platform has been integral to his success. Tune in now for pro tips on designing spaces, optimizing listings, and leveraging the "Worry Free Waiver" product.

In this episode we cover:

0:00 Intro- Landlord Diaries Intro

2:15 Are midterm rentals a year around business in New Hampshire?

2:50 One of the hospitals close by has over 80% travel workers

3:10 Tenant type: construction workers in the area for new developments

4:05 Coty’s portfolio of 17 properties- 10 arbitrage, 7 co-host listings

4:30 The Goal: Add 2 MTRs a quarter to keep up with demand

5:00 Over 85% midterm occupancy for his 1-3 bedrooms places

6:05 The path to arbitrage started with Bigger Pockets & a low credit score

7:45 The Lightbulb Moment: $4,200 payout for one month on a $1,000 rent

8:25 The First Craigslist Partnership: A real estate investor w/ over 50 doors

8:40 How do you get a landlord to agree to MTR arbitrage or partnership?

12:45 Should you forgo your w2 & embrace full time real estate professional status?

15:35 Finding partners & making back your initial investment

16:00 Coty’s lightbulb moment started with an eviction notice

17:05 Once Coty had 4 MTRs operational, he borrowed $40k to add 4 more MTRs

18:10 80% of Coty’s bookings come from Furnished Finder

19:00 Quick Design Tips: Plan Ahead For Success

26:50 Guest Communication: Coty’s nine touch points!

31:25 Furnished Finder’s “Worry Free Waiver” is a security deposit alternative

35:05 Furnished Finder headline & main photo best practices

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/blog/how-to-furnish-a-mid-term-rental

https://www.snappr.com/

Check Out Our Furnishing Checklist:

https://opendoorhousing.hospitable.rentals/

Coty’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Coty.LeBlanc

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FF116 The Ultimate House Hack: 700 SQFT ADU & 3 Luxury Room Rentals w/ Karen Lombardo Oct 07, 2024

Unlock the secrets of the ultimate house hack in this week’s episode of The Landlord Diaries! Join us as Karen Lombardo shares her journey of transforming her property into a real estate goldmine. From a 700 sqft ADU to three hotel-style master suites, Karen is a master of the mid-term rental (MTR) game. Learn how she’s achieved 100% occupancy using Furnished Finder and why she prefers it over Airbnb.

Discover Karen’s insider tips on designing for MTR success, networking to find undervalued properties, and creating an unforgettable guest experience. Don't miss out on this real estate investing masterclass—perfect for anyone looking to grow their MTR portfolio, hack their housing costs, and generate passive income!

In this episode we cover:

0:00 The Landlord Diaries Intro

1:45 Karen’s journey to house hacking & her midterm rental portfolio

3:05 House Hack Phase 1: 700 sq ft ADU with kitchenette

4:25 Karen’s first tenant stayed 7 months

4:40 MTR Building Decisions: Kitchenette vs. Kitchen

6:30 Know your local laws & have a plan in place before you start your addition(s)

7:30 Preview of Phase 2- Building Three 5* Hotel Master Suites

8:55 The House Hacking Mindset: Landlording from the convenience of your home

9:55 Landlord Diaries content led Karen to buy a 1 bed, 1 bath condo for MTR

14:10 Networking with neighbors led to a 2nd purchase in the same complex that was under market by at least $100k

16:10 Karen’s “hotel style” midterm rental experience w/ weekly linen service & restocking

18:40 Karen sets her price a bit higher than market rate to include her “hotel style” services

19:00 Furnished Finder travelers love seeing 5* reviews & will even book prior to furnishing!

22:45 Why hosts choose to advertise exclusively on Furnished Finder

25:45 Karen’s occupancy rate is 100% with same day flips & guests waiting to move in

27:10 Check out Furnished Finder’s suite of midterm rental booking tools through KeyCheck

27:55 Tenants feel comfortable with KeyCheck’s Tenant Screening process

28:15 Tenants like paying by credit card through KeyCheck to earn points

28:55 House Hack Phase 2: 3 MTR master suites being built at Karen’s home

30:30 “Karenizing” the property- king beds only, California themes & hotel style experience

32:00 5 tips when building an MTR rental

Lighting & ceiling fans
Custom closets rather than dressers
C-shape tables rather than a coffee table
Envision yourself in the home
Relax & unwind features

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Karen.Lombardo

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Ultimate Tax Strategies: Cost Segregation, Depreciation, & LLCs w/ Bigger Pockets Author, Amanda Han (115) Sep 30, 2024

In this episode of The Landlord Diaries, we sit down with Amanda Han, Managing Director of Keystone CPA and one of the nation's top real estate tax strategists. Amanda, a third-generation real estate investor, has helped countless investors maximize wealth through powerful, proactive tax strategies. With best-selling books on Amazon and features in Money Magazine, Google Talks, and CNBC, Amanda brings her unparalleled expertise to the show. Whether you're new to real estate investing or a seasoned pro, this episode will provide valuable insights into building a tax-efficient portfolio. Amanda has 46k subscribers on Instagram & frequently appears as a speaker or author on the Bigger Pockets network.

🔑 Episode Highlights:

How tax savings make real estate a powerful wealth-building tool
When and why you should move your rental property into an LLC
Deep dive into cost segregation and how it can supercharge your tax savings
Understanding the $25,000 tax allowance for real estate investors with W-2 income
How to achieve Real Estate Professional Status and unlock massive tax benefits
Top tax tips for MTR hosts and how to find the right CPA for your real estate journey

📊 Tax Q&A for Furnished Finder Hosts: This episode covers frequently asked tax questions from real estate investors managing midterm rentals, including the pros and cons of LLCs, cost segregation strategies, and tips for reducing your tax burden.

In this episode we cover:

0:00 The Landlord Diaries Intro

2:40 How Amanda became one of the leading real estate tax strategists

3:50 Amanda grew up NEVER wanting to invest in real estate

4:35 Robert Kiyosaki’s book “Rich Dad Poor Dad” changed Amanda’s mindset

5:35 Build a real estate portfolio that’s designed to fit your lifestyle

7:50 Keystone has many client’s in the MTR space

8:40 Why real estate is a preferred asset class

10:00 Tax savings can become a wealth building addiction

12:55 Don’t be scared to ask your tax advisor questions

14:45 When to talk with your tax advisor

15:25 Tax Q&A: Furnished Finder host questions answered

16:20 At what point should you put your rental under an LLC?

20:25 Should you set up an LLC on your own or with a professional?

22:50 Cost segregation strategies & depreciation tips

24:40 Around 40% of tax returns are not optimized

26:55 Pros & cons of cost segregation

31:55 The midterm rental tax loop hole

33:15 The $25,000 tax allowance against w2 income

34:40 What are the qualifications to become a real estate professional

38:30 How to find the right CPA

49:45 Can you have a different CPA & tax strategist?

40:55 A mistake to avoid & the right questions to ask a CPA

43:55 Overcoming the challenges of bookkeeping

50:45 Tips for arguing property taxes

52:40 Top 3 tax tips for mom & pop MTR real estate investors

56:10 Connect with Amanda Han through KeyStone CPA & access her amazing resources!

Website Links:

https://www.keystonecpa.com/

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What Should I Do With My 4-5 Bedroom Investment Properties In Today's Market? FF114 Sep 23, 2024

Welcome to The Landlord Diaries! In this episode, we dive deep into the profitable niche of mid-term rental insurance with real estate expert Ruben Kanya. With over a decade of experience and a portfolio controlling over 30 homes, Ruben reveals how he rents homes to families displaced by disasters at 4x the long-term market rate. From building a real estate portfolio to navigating insurance housing, Ruben shares game-changing strategies to optimize for mid-term rentals in today’s tight housing market.

Learn how Ruben’s buy box strategy helps him secure 4-5 bedroom homes, perfect for displaced families, and how data-driven decisions in mid-term rentals can significantly boost your ROI. Ruben’s “napkin math” example shows a displaced family in his area of Atlanta, GA, would likely have $86,000 available for housing which breaks down to $7,166/month for 12 months. (Catch this part of the conversation at 45 minutes.)

If you’re a real estate investor looking to maximize your rental income & leverage insurance contracts, tune in now!

In this episode we cover:

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

3:50 The exciting mid-term rental insurance space

7:45 Hosting someone through disaster

9:10 Ruben’s real estate buy box or deal criteria

10:50 Don’t be a penny wise & a dollar foolish with tenant requests

11:55 There are SO MANY ways you can take an MTR

13:30 Insurance housing is more prevalent than you might think

15:45 The Invested Escapes Portfolio & Mastermind Training Program

17:30 Embracing market shortages with 4-5 bedroom homes

18:15 Imagine hotel life for a family of 5 with 2 dogs…

19:45 Half of the Furnished Finder supply is studios or 1 bedrooms

20:30 Data is all relative, do the math & see the value of MTR

22:35 Katie’s jump from 10-14 properties in months

24:25 Ruben's insurance corporate housing blueprint

29:05 Relocation specialists swipe quickly through Furnished Finder

30:35 STR/Airbnb hosts optimize for experience, MTR hosts optimize for functionality

32:25 MTR is an art, not a science. Brag about your functional amenities.

33:45 Optimize for MTR: 30 day notice to vacate & fill gaps w/ STR

37:25 When the STR/MTR hybrid strategy fails

38:35 National Gross Housing Margin: The calculated formula insurance companies use

39:45 Know Insurance Terms For Gross Profit Calculation: Coverage A & Coverage D

42:20 How to research 4-5 bedroom supply in your market

45:15 Ruben’s Insurance Napkin Math Example

Purchase Price: $480k
Atlanta Land Value- 10% on average
Dwelling Value- $432k
Loss of Use Value- $86k

51:05 B2B Contract Advice w/ relocation companies & arbitrage/partnership opportunites

55:00 Connect directly on Furnished Finder w/ no booking fees, no commissions, save thousands

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Ruben.Kanya

Social: Ruben Kanya @therealestateexperiment

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FF113 From Accidental Landlord to $7K/Month Revenue On One Property: Nicole Bansal’s Deal Criteria Sep 16, 2024

Are you ready to level up your real estate game? In this episode of The Landlord Diaries, we sit down with Nicole Bansal, a San Diego-based investor who went from accidental landlord to a seasoned real estate strategist. Nicole shares her 3-step process for defining your buy box (buying strategy) and identifying investment properties that both appreciate in value and generate cash flow.

Nicole’s strategy led her to invest in a 4-bedroom, 2-bath hybrid property in Savannah, GA, which perfectly fits her buy box criteria—properties under $500K, in growing communities, and with strong equity potential. Tune in to learn about how Nicole is making $7,000 per month in revenue on one property, the power of mid-term and short-term rentals (MTR/STR), using AI tools like ChatGPT for city research, and how data-driven platforms like AirDNA and Furnished Finder can help pinpoint profitable neighborhoods.

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

2:20 How do you become an accidental landlord?

3:40 Real estate mistakes lead to a clear buy box

6:50 What is a real estate buy box?

7:20 Strategic decisions when considering your buy box

9:30 3 ways Nicole breaks down her buy box

Personal Goals
News Updates
3 main tools including Furnished Finder data

9:55 Nicole’s personal deal criteria

Increase in equity/appreciation
Real estate wealth over monthly income need
Growing communities
Less than $500k purchase price

11:55 Use AI tools like ChatGPT to research cities that fit your strategy

Population growth
Landlord friendly laws
Large tourism industry

12:45 Why STR/MTR hybrid properties were part of Nicole’s portfolio strategy

15:55 It’s really hard to cash flow with long term rentals, shift to mid term now

17:50 Why are you waiting to enter the market?

18:45 Deep dive on the data side: Finding the right STR/MTR property

Furnished Finder map
AirDNA
Rabbu (completely free to use)
Chat with Furnished Finder landlords

23:15 How Nicole finds neighborhoods w/ the highest rents on Furnished Finder

27:00 Amenities can be really important so don’t skip that part of your research

28:30 When purchasing an investment property, a spreadsheet is a must

29:55 Real estate partnerships can keep you on the right track

29:50 Host Katie & Kelly share their buy box strategies

32:45 You don’t always have to do a bunch of research to get started

34:30 Nicole’s epic midterm purchase in Savannah, GA

37:00 Nicole hit the 1% rule with MTR: $7,000 in monthly revenue on one property

43:05 Katie’s most interesting tenant type yet

44:00 Nicole & Katie share a love for all things marketing

45:35 Canva’s AI tool can transform your property photos

46:30 AI prompts for your property descriptions

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=nicole.bansal

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.

FF112 Transforming Long-Term Rentals into Mid-Term Cash Machines: Darel Ison’s Proven Strategy Sep 09, 2024

In this episode of The Landlord Diaries, we sit down with Darel Ison, a full-time professional who’s built an impressive portfolio of 19 rental properties spread across Ohio, Kansas, and Florida. With 7 duplexes, 1 triplex, and several single-family homes under his belt, Darel has mastered the art of converting long-term rentals into lucrative mid-term rentals.

Starting his journey in 2002, Darel's success isn't just about property accumulation; it's about strategic portfolio management. Discover how he’s transformed 4 of his properties into mid-term rentals, driving 85-90% of his bookings through Furnished Finder. Darel shares actionable insights into maximizing rental income without expanding your portfolio, by tapping into the mid-term rental market.

Key highlights include:

The strategic shift from LTR to MTR
Insights on managing out-of-state properties
Essential tips for property improvements and tenant communication
Leveraging tools like KeyCheck & Worry Free Waiver

In this episode...

0:00 Intro

2:30 Darel’s W2 & investing goals

3:20 The journey to 19 doors

4:00 Darel’s current focus: portfolio improvements & increasing profit

4:20 Darel caught every Bigger Pockets episode up to 600!

5:20 Struggling with tenants in your LTRs? Consider MTR

7:00 Host Katie Lyon’s investing goals for her kids & family

9:45 The difference in LTR & MTR tenants from Darel's experience

12:15 Not getting bookings? Tune in now.

15:00 Stay active in your Furnished Finder account

17:40 Want marketing feedback? Tag your Furnished Finder listing in the comments

18:15 Moving your first LTR to MTR

21:00 Fill your MTR gaps with STR stays: Darel got his normal rent in 4 nights

26:10 The revenue difference between LTR & MTR

31:35 Working with your contractors as an out of state property owner

35:35 Digital lock tips: which locks to buy, which to avoid, do not disturb feature & how they integrate with your channel manager

39:25 KeyCheck provides peace of mind throughout your MTR booking process

40:10 Travelers & landlords alike trust KeyCheck tenant screenings

42:00 KeyCheck makes splitting payments easy for travelers sharing a home

43:55 Worry Free Waiver: protect yourself & your guests

50:20 3 ways to present Worry Free Waiver to tenants

52:15 A separate pet guideline comes in handy

58:30 Incorporating QR codes & virtual tours into your real estate marketing

1:01:55 Finding strong multi-family deals on market

1:03:35 When your getting out bid over & over, change your strategy

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FF111 Master Insurance Housing: Partner w/ Other Furnished Finder Hosts Like Will Dotson Sep 02, 2024

In this episode of The Landlord Diaries, we sit down with mid-term rental expert, William Dotson, who specializes in insurance housing hosting families that have been displaced from a disaster. His level of hospitality, expertise & heart for the guest(s) is contagious. At this time, Will's portfolio is all mid-term rentals. He operates around 10 locally in Nashville & 2 out of state. With over 12 properties under his management and more in development, William has become a master at leveraging partnerships with Furnished Finder hosts and navigating the complexities of MTR insurance housing.
Tune in for expert advice on property management, building partnerships, insurance intricacies, and tips on successfully managing properties across state lines.
In this episode we cover:

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

2:05 Podcast recording from an active renovation

2:35 Mid-term rentals in 3 states

3:20 Will has 12 properties under management, 3 in the works

3:35 Nova Havens journey to MTR insurance

5:20 Impactful MTR insurance story

7:25 Follow the fire department on Instagram!

9:20 You can be the solution in the midst of chaos

9:25 Do you know your ALE coverage?

12:15 Presenting yourself as an expert in the MTR space

13:00 Will’s mid-term rental booking process through KeyCheck

14:10 Round Table Discussion: Addendums to add into your midterm rental leases

18:05 Do midterm rental hosts include caps on electricity?

20:20 Rent payments with insurance agencies

22:30 Will partners with other Furnished Finder landlords on his insurance leads!

25:00 Furnished Finder was built with the landlord-tenant relationship in mind

26:05 Will builds his mid-term rental insurance property list on Furnished Finder

27:15 How do Furnished Finder hosts respond to Will’s arbitrage & partnership calls?

28:30 Setting up partnership contracts with other Furnished Finder hosts

30:55 Marketing best practices on Furnished Finder

33:35 Out of state property management tips

35:10 You don’t really know your property until after the first year

35:40 Why Will purchased out of state in California & Washington

37:30 Will tried out 4 CPA’s before finding the right tax strategist

40:20 Say goodbye to the 9-5 and hello to entrepreneurship?

42:25 Superintendents are an emerging tenant type on Furnished Finder

43:15 Connect with Will Dotson

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=william.dotson

Will’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.novahavens.com/

Some of Will’s co-host properties:
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Whether you're a seasoned investor or new to the mid-term rental space, William’s journey offers valuable insights and actionable advice to help you succeed in the real estate world.
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FF110 Boost Your Rental Income: STR for Events, MTR for Steady Profits w/ Leslie Hooper Aug 26, 2024

Unlock the secrets to maximizing your rental income year-round with expert real estate investor Leslie Hooper! In this episode of The Landlord Diaries, Leslie shares her unique strategy of balancing short-term rentals (STR) during peak football season and mid-term rentals (MTR) for the rest of the year. With over a decade of experience and a thriving portfolio in Athens, Georgia, Leslie’s insights are a goldmine for both seasoned and aspiring investors.
In this episode:

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

2:05 Why Leslie loves The Landlord Diaries podcast

3:25 Leslie’s accidental journey to mid-term rentals

4:50 STR during football season, MTR the rest of the year

5:45 Adding 4 seller financing condos to her MTR portfolio

6:20 The Furnished Finder tenant types surprised Leslie

7:40 The real estate appreciation highway

9:15 Leslie’s mid-term rentals are beautiful!

10:05 Furnishing your MTRs at different levels to attract a variety of tenants

14:15 Leslie’s example of a film crew renting her MTR

14:50 The STR/MTR balance

16:10 Planning your furnished rental calendar around local events

17:15 Mid-term rentals can be a form of community service

18:15 MTR is all about the balance, MTR is medium for everything

19:15 How Leslie uses the Furnished Finder tenant tracking tool

23:00 The proper way to keep your Furnished Finder calendar up to date

24:45 Leslie’s last 5 purchases were seller financing deals from tired landlords

26:55 A good reputation as a landlord leads to more deals or partnerships

27:45 Tenants of 5 star hosts often bring your next tenant

28:40 Leslie’s first mid-term rental was filled within 48 hours

29:15 The Furnished Finder unit feature & why you should market each unit

30:55 With a surplus of mid-term supply, many MTR landlords work together

31:55 Words of wisdom from Leslie’s real estate journey

33:50 Know your midterm rental exit strategies

34:20 Leslie learned a lot of her risk tolerance from Shark Tank’s Barbara Corcoran

36:55 Connect with Leslie through her Furnished Finder listing in the show notes

37:20 Homework: Check your calculated MTR risk on FurnishedFinder.com/stats
🚀 What You’ll Learn:

The surprising journey from house hacking on Craigslist to dominating the mid-term rental market.
How Leslie’s MTRs consistently attract high-quality tenants, from traveling professionals to film crews, through Furnished Finder.
The importance of strategically planning your rental calendar around local events and how this can boost your revenue.
Proven tips on furnishing your rentals to cater to a variety of tenant types and budgets.
How to leverage seller financing deals from tired landlords to expand your portfolio.

🔗 Resources:

Learn more about Furnished Finder: Website
Explore Leslie’s Furnished Finder listings: Leslie’s Listings
Leslie’s IG: @lareinadefire

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.

FF109 Boost Your Bookings & New Product Updates: Expert Tips from CEO & President Jeff Hurst Aug 19, 2024

Welcome back to another insightful episode of The Landlord Diaries! This week, we're thrilled to have Jeff Hurst, President & CEO of Furnished Finder, join us once again. If you missed Jeff's latest state of the union address, be sure to check out episode 100 for a comprehensive update.

In today's episode, Jeff reveals exciting new platform updates and products designed to help you secure more bookings for your mid-term rental properties. From debunking common myths to sharing impressive landlord success stories, this episode is packed with valuable insights and tips to boost your rental income.

In this episode, we cover:

0:00 Intro: Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

3:45 Why Jeff Hurst is CEO & President at Furnished Finder

4:25 Impressive facts we learned from landlords this quarter

5:45 How landlords are making significant income through Furnished Finder

7:10 Myth Buster: Our travelers are not just travel nurses

8:10 Fastest growing tenant types on Furnished Finder

11:05 Locations Furnished Finder excels

13:30 Connecting landlords with relocation agencies

16:10 Introducing our new Worry Free Waiver product

20:25 Sneak peek: New look for the Furnished Finder property details page

23:50 Stay updated with Furnished Finder's communication channels

25:05 Tips for increasing bookings and meeting rising demand

28:00 Various tenants types such as medical recovery stays

29:40 Call to action for all Furnished Finder landlords

30:05 Celebrating Furnished Finder's 10 year anniversary!

30:50 Share your success story with Furnished Finder

Join us for this engaging discussion and discover how to maximize your rental potential with the latest tools and strategies from Furnished Finder. Whether you're a seasoned landlord or just starting, this episode offers something for everyone. Tune in now and stay ahead in the ever-evolving rental market!

Keywords: real estate investing, mid-term rentals, Furnished Finder, rental income, property management, landlord tips, Jeff Hurst, relocation agencies, travel nurses, rental market trends, new rental products, property updates, rental success stories, rental demand.

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

https://www.facebook.com/groups/furnishedfinder.travelnursehousing/

Worry Free Waiver Details:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/worry-free-waivers
Episode Blog:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/blog/furnished-finder-updates-from-ceo
New Property Details Page Blog:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/blog/new-property-details-page

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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.

FF108 From Studios to 3 Bed Homes: Allen Duan’s Path To 26 Managed & Arbitrage Properties Aug 12, 2024

Welcome to The Landlord Diaries! In this episode, we sit down with Allen Duan, a mid-term rental powerhouse with a portfolio of over 26 managed and arbitrage properties in Southern California. Allen shares his incredible journey from short-term rentals (STR) to mid-term rentals (MTR), a strategic pivot driven by local restrictions and market opportunities.

Allen's success story is a masterclass in leveraging platforms like Furnished Finder to host thousands of guests and generate substantial booking volumes, ranging from $2k/month for studios to $10k/month for three-bedroom homes. He provides a detailed walkthrough of his process, including the importance of networking, building a strong team, navigating real estate laws, and the nuances of rental management, arbitrage, and co-hosting.

In this episode, we cover:

0:00 Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

2:45 Allen started in STR but shifted to MTR due to local restrictions

3:30 What led Allen to real estate & specifically the arbitrage & management model?

5:10 The Hospy Homes Team & portfolio

6:00 Allen’s perspective on rental management, arbitrage & co-hosting

7:35 Did state & local laws require Allen to obtain a broker’s license?

9:30 Evaluating your portfolio in the growth stage

10:30 Hospy Homes total booking volume was around $700k in 2023

11:40 Allen’s perspective on short term vs. mid term rentals

14:55 Allen’s success with around 20 listings on Furnished Finder

16:15 About 40-50% of Hospy Homes MTR bookings come from Furnished Finder

17:40 Hospy Homes experience with studio to 3 bedroom homes

19:25 What Furnished Finder has learned about tenant communication

23:35 Hospy Homes takes a damage waiver of $150 rather than a deposit

29:50 How Allen scaled to 26 managed & arbitrage mid-term rentals in 5 years

31:10 Tips for partnering with arbitrage & management property owners

36:20 Allen’s complimentary mid-term rental analysis for his potential clients

38:20 Furnished Finder’s mid-term rental stats tool

39:00 Details to include in your management & arbitrage contracts

40:15 How Hospy Homes keeps their property owners informed

41:15 Building your team & standard operating procedures

42:45 Helping your team thrive & find value in their position

44:15 Networking is a huge part in expanding your mid-term rental business

48:45 How to connect with Allen, Founder of Hospy Homes

Website Links:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/furnishedfinder.travelnursehousing/

Connect with Allen, Founder of Hospy Homes:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=allen.duan

https://hospyhomes.com/

@allenduan120

E-Myth Book

https://a.co/d/iUOMeT8

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.

FF107 Room Rental Success: Unlocking Proven Strategies w/ Eric Greenstein Aug 05, 2024

Welcome to The Landlord Diaries, the ultimate podcast for real estate investors looking to maximize their returns and simplify their landlord journey. In this episode, we're thrilled to have Eric Greenstein, a seasoned real estate investor and the founder of LikeMinded, a thriving real estate investment group.

Eric owns two prime properties in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida—a long-term rental and a mid-term rental listed on Furnished Finder. For the past two years, he has navigated the seasonal ebb and flow by renting his property as a whole or by individual rooms.

In this episode, we dive deep into Eric's real estate journey, uncovering valuable insights and actionable strategies:

⏰ Episode Breakdown:
0:00 - Welcome to The Landlord Diaries
2:45 - Discovering a passion for real estate and chasing the American dream
4:00 - Purchasing a waterfront single-family home in Cape Coral, FL
4:50 - Investing in a duplex for mid-term rentals
5:30 - Establishing impactful real estate meetups in your community
7:00 - Setting attainable real estate goals
9:05 - Navigating mid-term rentals: entire units vs. room rentals
12:00 - Simplifying the landlording process
13:45 - Understanding diverse mid-term rental tenant types
17:45 - Best practices for renting by the bed or room
19:10 - Utilizing Furnished Finder Tenant Leads to explore MTR tenant types
21:45 - Leveraging video tours for tenant communication via Furnished Finder
24:50 - Capitalizing on Furnished Finder's year-round demand
26:15 - Essential tenant screening questions for bed or room rentals
26:30 - Peace of mind through KeyCheck for mid-term rental hosts
28:50 - Host Kelly Bailey shares her room rental experiences
31:55 - Exploring the revenue potential of mid-term rentals
33:50 - Meeting market needs to unlock additional revenue opportunities
39:25 - Connect with Eric Greenstein

Website Links:
Furnished Finder
KeyCheck
Furnished Finder Stats
Furnishing Checklist
LikeMinded Events

Listings on Furnished Finder:
Eric Greenstein's Listings
Katie Lyon's Listings
Kelly Bailey's Listings

Hashtags: #RealEstateInvesting #MidTermRentals #RentalProperty #LandlordLife #RealEstateTips #FurnishedFinder #RealEstateGoals #InvestmentProperty #PassiveIncome #RealEstateJourney #PropertyManagement #RealEstateCommunity #RentalIncome #LandlordTips #PropertyInvestment #RealEstateMeetups #RentalStrategies #RealEstateSuccess #LandlordDiaries

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.

FF106 This 3 Part Business Model Helped IZEAL STAY Scale To 40+ Rentals In 5 Months Jul 29, 2024

Welcome to The Landlord Diaries! In this episode, we sit down with Christine Xie and Katie French, two of the innovative founders behind IZEAL STAY, a modern, fully furnished corporate housing solution in Las Vegas. Operating over 40 properties for mid-term and short-term stays, IZEAL STAY is revolutionizing the rental market.

Episode Highlights:

0:00 Intro: Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

2:50 The Founding of IZEAL STAY: Discover the journey behind IZEAL STAY's inception.

4:20 Mid-Term Rental Arbitrage: Learn why this strategy is a game-changer in real estate investing.

6:25 The IZEAL STAY Portfolio: Explore their extensive and diverse property portfolio.

7:05 Three-Part Business Model: Uncover how their innovative approach attracts property owners.

8:55 Rapid Growth: How IZEAL STAY scaled impressively within the first 5 months.

10:10 Business Partnerships: Insights on scaling quickly with the right partners.

11:45 Social Media & Relationships: Katie French's expertise in social media and networking.

12:00 Financial Management: Eva's role as the finance guru and office manager.

12:10 Staging & Quality Assurance: Christine's expertise in client relations and property staging.

12:55 Valuable Partnerships: How Furnished Finder and KeyCheck have been pivotal to IZEAL STAY's success.

15:25 Data Insights: Leveraging Furnished Finder data for business growth.

19:50 New Arbitrage Partners: The appeal of mid-term rental clients.

21:50 Marketing Hubs: IZEAL STAY's leading mid-term rental marketing strategies.

24:10 Streamlined Booking: KeyCheck's role in simplifying the booking process.

26:25 Tenant Screenings: A round table discussion on best practices.

33:15 Design Expertise: Christine's experience in designing over 120 furnished rentals.

34:15 Hotel Market Demands: Using hotel trends as a guide for rental designs.

36:50 High-Touch Furnishing Items: Best practices for furnishing mid-term rentals.

40:40 Cleaning Tips: Spot cleaner advice from Katie and Kelly.

41:55 Security Deposits: Differences in deposit standards for mid-term versus long-term rentals.

43:55 Travel Industry Insights: Katie’s travel industry experience and its impact on mid-term rentals.

45:15 Popular Requests: Single-story homes as a favorite among tenants.

48:15 Networking Strategies: How networking contributed to IZEAL STAY’s rapid growth.

50:35 In-Person Networking Tips: Enhance your Furnished Finder marketing with these tips.

53:15 Marketing Essentials: Using QR codes and profiles for effective marketing.

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/blog/how-to-furnish-a-mid-term-rental

Our Furnishing Checklist:

Izeal Stay Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Rent2

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Eva.Hatten

IG: @izealstay

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.

FF105 $12K In Monthly Cash Flow From Innovative Pricing & Calendar Strategies w/ Bailey Kramer Jul 22, 2024

Welcome to "The Landlord Diaries," where we bring you inspiring stories and insightful tips from the world of midterm rental real estate investing. In this episode, we dive into the remarkable journey of Bailey Kramer, a young entrepreneur who chose real estate over college and is now generating over $12k per month with his mid-term rental properties in Indiana, Illinois, and North Carolina.

At just 23 years old, Bailey's decision to forgo traditional education was influenced by the life-changing book "Rich Dad Poor Dad." Listen as Bailey shares his experiences overcoming the biggest obstacles as a young investor, securing his first property, and strategically growing his portfolio with the help of real estate partners found on the Bigger Pockets forum.

Discover Bailey's pivotal decision to sell his six investment properties during his senior year of college and his evolution to a mid-term rental strategy, where 50-90% of his bookings come from Furnished Finder. Bailey offers invaluable research tips for checking mid-term rental demand and supply in any area, along with calendar and pricing strategies to maximize cash flow and occupancy.

From understanding the importance of guest avatars to mastering out-of-state management, Bailey's insights will equip you with the knowledge to elevate your real estate investing game. Tune in to connect with Bailey and learn how his entrepreneurial spirit and strategic mindset can inspire your own real estate journey.

In This Episode, We Cover:

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

2:45 The life-changing impact of "Rich Dad Poor Dad"

3:50 Overcoming large obstacles as a young investor

4:15 Securing your first property and growing your portfolio

7:15 Meeting real estate partners through Bigger Pockets

7:45 Bailey's shift to the mid-term rental strategy

13:20 Research tips for mid-term rental demand and supply

18:05 Calendar and pricing strategies for maximizing cash flow

33:15 The significance of guest avatars in your business

38:45 Key tips for out-of-state property management
Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

https://www.facebook.com/groups/furnishedfinder.travelnursehousing/

Bailey’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=bailey.kramer

https://www.youtube.com/@baileykramer

IG: @the_bailey_kramer

Join us on "The Landlord Diaries" for an episode filled with actionable advice and inspiring stories from the front lines of real estate investing.

Tune in now and connect with Bailey Kramer to start your own journey towards financial freedom!

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.

FF104 A Six Month Booking Kickstarted Leslie's Thriving Midterm Rental Business Jul 15, 2024

Welcome to The Landlord Diaries, the ultimate podcast for property owners, real estate enthusiasts, and aspiring landlords interested in the mid-term rental strategy! Join us for an inspiring and insightful episode featuring Leslie Garcia, a successful mental wellness practitioner in New York City who has launched her first mid-term rental in Edgewater, Florida. Leslie's journey from her first six-month MTR booking to her vision of creating a wellness retreat is nothing short of remarkable.

In this episode, we delve into:
0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

2:20 Leslie’s Insights from the Midterm Rental Summit: Discover the latest trends and strategies in the mid-term rental market.

2:55 The Success of Leslie’s First MTR Guest: How a six-month booking kickstarted her thriving rental business.

4:25 Creating a Wellness Retreat in Edgewater, FL: Leslie’s inspiring vision to combine mental wellness with mid-term rentals.

5:35 Leveraging Furnished Finder: How Leslie used this platform to attract healthcare professionals and secure her first MTR.

9:45 Understanding Your Market: Tips on attracting diverse traveler types in Edgewater, FL.

11:10 Crafting the Perfect Vibe: How to design your MTR space to appeal to your niche market.

12:45 Supporting Healthcare Professionals: Addressing burnout and providing a haven for hardworking individuals.

15:10 Securing 5-Star Reviews: The importance of reviews in making tenants feel safe and setting your property apart.

18:00 Marketing Property Flaws: Clever strategies to turn potential negatives into positives.

23:35 Tenant Screening Process: Leslie’s meticulous approach, including essential phone calls.

27:10 Avoiding Landlord Burnout: The four D’s every landlord should know to maintain their peace of mind.

28:15 Exciting New Ventures: Leslie’s upcoming MTR project and her continuous growth in the rental market.

29:50 Stay Connected: Learn how to connect with Leslie and gain further insights into the MTR world.

30:15 State Spotlight: Find out if your state has been featured on The Landlord Diaries.

Join us as we explore Leslie’s journey, her innovative ideas, and practical advice for creating a successful and sustainable mid-term rental business. Subscribe now to The Landlord Diaries and transform your rental property into a thriving, niche-focused haven!

Keywords: Mid-Term Rentals, Wellness Retreat, Property Management, Real Estate, Furnished Finder, Healthcare Professionals, Rental Market, Landlord Tips, Tenant Screening, Rental Property Marketing.

Call to Action: Subscribe now to The Landlord Diaries on your favorite podcast platform and never miss an episode! Connect with us on social media and join our community of like-minded landlords. Let's make your rental property dreams a reality!

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Wellness%20Stays

Leslie’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

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.

FF103 5 MTR Traveler Types, 5 MTR Mistakes To Avoid & Helpful Arbitrage Tips w/ Shawn Costley Jul 08, 2024

In this episode, we're diving into the world of mid-term rentals with Shawn Costley, a seasoned expert from Huntsville Corporate Housing Solutions in Alabama. Shawn has mastered the art of rental arbitrage, securing six out of his seven mid-term rentals through this innovative strategy. Join us as we explore three essential topics for every landlord and property manager:

The 5 main mid-term rental traveler types in Huntsville, Alabama
5 critical mistakes to avoid in the mid-term rental space
Best practices for successful rental arbitrage

In this episode we cover:

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

0:40 What is arbitrage?

2:55 Shawn’s journey to MTR & corporate housing

4:00 ALE Solutions is a power user on Furnished Finder

4:30 Why Shawn chose arbitrage for his MTR strategy

6:45 Shawn’s 5 MTR traveler types in Huntsville, AL

7:45 Insurance displacement clients

12:00 Tech company clients such as Amazon & Samsung

14:35 Defense Industry clients

18:00 Fishing Tournament clients

21:25 Work crew clients

29:50 5 mistakes not to make in the mid-term rental space

29:55 When you stay in the property, you catch things you may not be aware of

35:25 Items frequently missing from a mid-term rental home

37:10 Don’t underestimate the power of marketing

41:40 Have reserves & be ready to pivot

44:10 Arbitrage best practices

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

https://www.facebook.com/groups/furnishedfinder.travelnursehousing/

Shawn’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Shawn%20Costley

www.HuntsvilleCorporateHousingSolutions.com

info@corporatehousingsolutions.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.

FF102 Mid-term Rentals Saved Tara After Losing $30k In The Stock Market Jul 01, 2024

In this week's riveting episode of Furnished Finder's podcast, The Landlord Diaries, we sit down with Tara Jenkins from Chicago, Illinois. Tara is not only a mother of three with multiple degrees in hospitality, but she also has a profound love for travel. She masterfully manages five hybrid short-term/mid-term rental (STR/MTR) properties—four local and one out-of-state in Palm Harbor, FL.

Tune in as we dlve into:

A Prime Location: Discover the secrets behind Tara's Wrigley Field 2 bed, 2 bath MTR, commanding $6,000 a month.
Luxury and Convenience: Learn about her spacious 4 bed, 3 bath rental with a 2-car garage and EV charging, which pulls in a whopping $11,500 monthly.
Booking Strategies: Find out how 40-50% of Tara's MTR bookings are secured through Furnished Finder.
Appealing Additions: Understand the impact of adding a charcuterie board and red wine to your property photos.
Essential Tools: See why Tara recommends adding CubiCasa to your MTR toolkit.

Join us for an episode filled with valuable insights and practical tips that can help transform your rental business. Don't miss out on learning how Tara bounced back from a significant financial loss to create a safer and more profitable landlording strategy!"

0:00 Intro

2:20 Tara’s real estate journey started w/ a 2 flat unit

3:40 Losing $30k in 2 days

5:35 Tara’s real estate portfolio

6:35 Bigger Pockets books

8:30 The ups & downs of real estate investing

13:18 Property themes

13:40 Wrigley Field 2 bed, 2 bath MTR for $6,000/mo

16:50 Norwood Park, Tara’s 2/1 house hack for $4,500/mo

19:50 Why the mid-term rental strategy felt safer

20:40 North Center 2/1 for $7,000/mo

21:35 Chicago seasonal pricing

22:20 Spacious 4/3 w/ 2 car garage & EV charging for $11,500/mo

26:15 40-50% of Tara’s MTR bookings come from Furnished Finder

27:15 Should you drop your price or change up your marketing?

32:20 Adding a charcuterie board & red wine to your property photos
33:40 The Cycling Mermaid, 4/2 in FL for $7,000/mo

35:30 Self managing an out of state property

37:45 Hybrid MTR/STR calendar management

38:45 CubiCasa

43:30 Furnishing a property out of state

45:00 HostGPO

47:15 An MTR vs. STR marketing advantage

50:35 Furnished Finder tips for securing MTR guests during off-season

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Tara.Jenkins82

https://www.cubi.casa/

https://hostgpo.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.

Furnished Finder Insights From The 2nd Annual Mid-Term Rental Summit Jun 27, 2024

Today we recap our key takeaways from the 2024 Mid-Term Rental Summit brought to you by Jesse Vasquez & Furnished Finder. If you missed this one, then we hope you plan to join us next year! Watch your Furnished Finder emails or follow www.MidtermRentalSummit.com.

In this episode we cover:

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

1:20 Why Furnished Finder partners w/ Jesse Vasquez to offer the MTR Summit

2:10 Why should you consider the mid-term rental strategy?

3:50 Why Furnished Finder is the go-to place for mid-term rentals

5:40 A Sneak Peak At Exclusive Furnished Finder stats

6:25 Top mid-term rental markets by demand

7:55 Landlord check in, are you doing your best to stand out to travelers?

8:15 Furnished Finder is not a set it and forget it platform

8:30 40% of travelers do this…

9:05 Only 2/3rds of landlords do this…

9:25 Highlight your mid-term rental perks to stand out

11:10 Large variety of traveler types

12:05 Furnished Finder CEO & President, Jeff Hurst

13:35 Jeff wants your feedback!

15:25 News stories leading investors toward mid-term rental real estate investing

18:40 Why it’s so valuable to be in person at the next MTR Summit 2025

20:45 MTR is not survival of the fittest

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

https://www.facebook.com/groups/furnishedfinder.travelnursehousing/

Katie’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=katie.lyon8

Kelly Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Kelly*|B.

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.

FF101 Unlock Your Potential In The MTR Space Through Insurance Stays w/ Vetted Homes Jun 24, 2024

Jason & Kellie Davenport will challenge us today to unlock our potential in the mid-term rental space through insurance stays. Their 4 homes on Furnished Finder average $4,000 -$7,000 each in monthly cash flow. Jason & Kellie receive insurance requests from all over the country and have established Vetted Homes to further educate MTR hosts on the topic of insurance stays.

In this episode we cover:

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

2:30 Portfolio of insurance homes

3:10 Educating the masses on insurance MTRs

3:35 The first insurance stay

5:40 Why host Katie Lyon embraces arbitrage

6:35 Why many STR operators are adding or moving to MTR

7:00 How to help displaced families get back on their feet

10:10 Types of homes needed for insurance stays

11:40 How to combine Furnished Finder w/ your insurance stays

13:35 What motivates MTR hosts?

14:10 Types of insurance requests coming through Furnished Finder

15:55 What is the average length of insurance stays?

17:20 2-3x your rental rates w/ MTR insurance stays

20:45 Vetted Homes provides new sheets & towels for each stay

24:35 Business strategy for the insurance housing niche

26:45 Lead times for mid-term rentals are shockingly short

29:10 5 tips for connecting w/ insurance specialists or families

29:45 Identifying the right property for insurance clients

31:50 What areas are good for insurance stays

34:55 Negotiating the deal with insurance relocation agents

38:55 Welcome your guests w/ the Furnished Finder House Rules

39:55 Kelly & Jason’s welcome guide

43:00 Connecting w/ relocations specialists through Furnished Finder

44:30 Best practices for Furnished Finder search rankings

44:55 Tax benefits, LLC & cost segregation advice

48:00 Safety tips, protect your real estate properties

55:00 Mid-term rentals can be freedom for your family

1:01:05 Connect w/ Jason & Kellie

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/

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.

Episode 100! Exciting Updates From Furnished Finder CEO, Jeff Hurst Jun 17, 2024

Join us for a milestone episode of The Landlord Diaries as we celebrate Furnished Finder's 10th anniversary and the exciting journey ahead. In this special 100th episode, meet our new President and CEO, Jeff Hurst, who brings over a decade of experience in the travel technology and rental industry. Jeff shares his vision for the future of Furnished Finder and how we're committed to helping landlords and tenants thrive in the rapidly growing mid-term rental market.

Tune in to hear:

Jeff’s journey to Furnished Finder and his excitement about the mid-term rental opportunity.
Insights into what the Furnished Finder team has been working on for the past six months.
What you can expect from us in the coming months to enhance your experience.
Immediate actions you can take to prepare for upcoming changes and maximize your success.

Whether you're a seasoned landlord or new to the mid-term rental space, this episode is packed with valuable information and actionable tips to help you stay ahead. Listen now to discover how Furnished Finder is evolving and how you can be a part of this exciting future!

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In this episode we cover:

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

2:20 It’s episode 100!!!

4:05 Why Jeff Hurst joined Furnished Finder

6:10 Why Jeff is primed for CEO & President at Furnished Finder

6:40 Furnished Finder is the best kept secret in real estate

9:35 Who are Furnished Finder landlords?

10:45 Behind the scenes work over the last 7 months

11:30 The new build or remodel analogy

13:15 Listening & learning from our users, we hear you

14:00 Furnished Finder natural beauty analogy

14:50 Jeff's take on our traveler type

16:00 Furnished Finder fills gap housing needs

17:10 The mid-term rental landlord energy is contagious

18:30 Prepare for increased ROI & demand

22:20 Why thousands of landlords love Furnished Finder

22:40 Is Furnished Finder going to turn into another VRBO?

23:35 Is Furnished Finder going to change too much?

24:05 More landlords need to do this...

24:25 Why many MTR operators prefer Furnished Finder to other OTAs

25:35 How should Furnished Finder landlords use the platform best?

28:55 Jeff’s goals & visions for Furnished Finder

30:20 We want your feedback, connect with us!

32:45 When & where will we hear about the next big update?

Episode 100 Blog Post

Website Links:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/furnishedfinder.travelnursehousing/

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.

FF99 12+ Mid-Term Rentals Only On Furnished Finder w/ Chris Dickey Jun 10, 2024

Today we travel to Des Moines, Iowa. We talk with Chris Dickey about his 12+ mid-term rental units & co-ownership in Top Shelf Property Management. At this point in time, Chris advertises his mid-term rentals exclusively on Furnished Finder.

In this episode we cover:

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

2:05 Chris’s journey to real estate & mid-term rentals

3:00 Grow with the BRRRR method

3:40 Chris’s real estate portfolio & partnerships

9:05 Managing your furnishing budget

9:45 MTR coaches

13:05 Why Chris is exclusively on Furnished Finder

17:10 Your KeyCheck toolbox

18:30 The KeyCheck live chat is so helpful

19:15 The human aspect of communication

23:00 The MTR rental flow process

25:40 MTR lead time

26:05 Responding to all your tenant lead types

27:35 Start marketing your MTR before it’s furnished

28:20 Kelly’s newest MTR is a 300 sq ft ADU

31:20 Advertise ALL your MTRs for cross marketing opportunities

32:30 Misfit properties make great mid-term rentals

34:10 Mid-term travelers are flexible

35:00 Rent income difference between LTR & MTR

36:20 MTR guests leave your property better than they found it

38:10 Top Shelf Property Management- Around 500 doors

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

https://www.facebook.com/groups/furnishedfinder.travelnursehousing/

Chris’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Chris_Dickey

7 main properties & 6 unit features

Social Media: @ChrisDickeyRealestate

https://www.topshelfiowa.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.

FF98 6 MTR Signed Leases Prior To Furnishing! w/ Stellar Housing Solutions Jun 03, 2024

Stellar Housing Solutions is a mid-term rental company based in New Jersey with 13 active MTRs & 3 managing partners: James Hwang, Frank Louvis and Denis Um. This team has very impressive Furnished Finder guest communication tips we will discuss today including 1) preferred photo order 2) multiple users managing one account 3) well designed message templates & 4) unique video walkthroughs including interior of cabinets & QR codes.

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

2:45 Stellar Housing Solutions stats

3:30 6 signed leases before furnishing is complete!

7:10 The value of marketing multiple listings in one area

8:15 The creation of Stellar Housing Solutions

10:35 13 mid term rentals and growing

11:40 1, 2 & 3 bedrooms fully booked

14:10 3 bedrooms are often occupied by 1-2 travelers

17:30 Golden Tip: Start marketing your property early on Furnished Finder

18:15 Marketing your photos & top amenities properly

24:45 Round table discussion about photo order

32:00 Unique video walkthroughs including interior of cabinets & QR codes

44:50 Multiple users managing one Furnished Finder account

46:45 Tip for managing your Tenant Leads on Furnished Finder

47:30 Furnished Finder message response preferences

49:20 The 3 co-founder roles of Stellar Housing Solutions

50:55 Stellar Housing Solutions is a perfect 3 circle venn diagram

53:15 Are you the lone ranger on your MTRs? Catch these tips

58:40 Streamline your MTR business w/ KeyCheck’s MTR tools

1:00:30 Stellar’s impressive use of Furnished Finder message templates

1:04:30 Stellar’s application process starts w/ the very first message

1:07:00 Do your guests compliment your communication style?

Stellar Housing Solutions on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=James_Hwang

Stellar Video Walkthroughs:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3hjSIcDq5U

https://stellarhousingsolutions.com/help/ge-4-8-cu-ft-all-in-one-washer-dryer

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.

FF97 Multi-Families Make Great MTRs & Baselane Online Banking For Landlords w/ Saad Dar May 27, 2024

Today we discuss two main concepts with Saad Dar, his real estate portfolio of around 20 units & his position as Head of Business Development & Partnerships at Baselane, online banking built for real estate investors. Baselane is trusted by over 40,000 landlords. You can earn up to 4.19% APY (Annual % yield), up to 5% cash back, create individual bank accounts for each property and utilize virtual debit cards to pay your contractors.

In this episode we cover:

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

3:15 Saad’s real estate focus is BRRR multi-families mostly in Philadelphia

8:25 Why Saad pivoted 3 of his LTRs to MTRs

16:10 Adding a multi-family soon that will be 6 MTR suites

22:00 Pros & Cons of real estate strategies & what led Saad to MTR

28:15 Saad’s experience with Furnished Finder

32:30 5 tips to spot check your Furnished Finder account quickly

34:25 Baselane Online Banking For Landlords

35:40 Automated book keeping by creating virtual accounts & virtual cards

36:15 How is your Baselane account protected?

38:10 3 Baselane features for Furnished Finder landlords

43:05 The benefits of Baselane reporting features

47:15 Upcoming 2024 Baselane features

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.facebook.com/groups/furnishedfinder.travelnursehousing/

https://www.baselane.com/

Saad’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=rocket.realty

https://www.linkedin.com/in/saad-dar-b422301/

5 Tips To Spot Check Your Furnished Finder Account

-Check Edit Listings, Notifications, are unmatched Tenant Lead notifications on?

-Have direct messages been addressed?

-Have Tenant Leads been opened?

-Is the availability date correct?

-Are the photos in the correct order?

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.

FF96 Can Luxury 4 Bedroom Homes Produce 4x The Cash Flow w/ Rachel Gainsbrugh (Part 2) May 23, 2024

(Part 2) Dr. Rachel Gainsbrugh is known as the Luxury Short Term Rental Doctor and her luxury brand is Short Term Gems. Rachel was a speaker at the 2023 Mid-Term Rental Summit and is an expert in the luxury short term, mid term rental space. Rachel has a heart for training busy professionals in how to overcome burnout and change their trajectory with what she calls the “2 Door Strategy” - 1 luxury short term rental + 1 high value mid term rental to maximize your ROI (Return on Investment) & ROE (Return on Energy).

In this episode we cover:

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

2:55 Rather than worrying about vacancies, what’s my biggest ROI?

8:05 Screening tenants & MTR turnovers

14:15 Mid-term rental check out communication & process

18:15 Mid-term hybrid rental setup, bookings & calendars

28:50 Rachel’s advice on the value of Furnished Finder for larger properties

32:30 Is your property set up properly to WOW your mid-term rental guests?

39:50 Are you ready when an insurance rep reaches out?

44:20 Are you hesitant to follow up with potential tenants?

45:10 Hospitality is such an important part of the mid-term rental business

49:30 A “mathletes” advice for analyzing mid-term rental stats

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

https://www.facebook.com/groups/furnishedfinder.travelnursehousing/

https://www.shorttermgems.com/

Rachel’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Jesse.Gainsbrugh

Rachel’s training on finding those “Diamond in the rough” STR/MTRs:

https://youtu.be/ynCD7DjzMW4?si=nFz5SshRDrSNvLbE

https://www.shorttermgems.com/75gems

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.

FF95 Can Luxury 4 Bedroom Homes Produce 4x The Cash Flow w/ Rachel Gainsbrugh (Part 1) May 20, 2024

(Part 1) Dr. Rachel Gainsbrugh is known as the Luxury Short Term Rental Doctor and her luxury brand is Short Term Gems. Rachel was a speaker at the 2023 Mid-Term Rental Summit and is an expert in the luxury short term, mid term rental space. Rachel has a heart for training busy professionals in how to overcome burnout and change their trajectory with what she calls the “2 Door Strategy” - 1 luxury short term rental + 1 high value mid term rental to maximize your ROI (Return on Investment) & ROE (Return on Energy).

In this episode we cover:

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

3:35 BURNOUT is real, stop exchanging your hours for dollars

4:20 Why Rachel chose short & mid term rentals as her path to freedom

6:00 Rachel’s “diamond in the rough” property

9:00 Rachel’s portfolio of 22 properties, 8 mid-term rentals, all 4+ bedrooms

10:35 Rachel’s “2 Door Strategy”

17:10 The 3 C’s of a luxury property

19:55 Why Rachel pursues 4+ bedroom MTR properties

26:40 If your luxury properties are not pet friendly, you are leaving money on the table

29:55 The appreciation play for larger properties

30:40 Rachel’s TV appearance on the Netflix series “Buy My House”

33:00 Return metrics: ROI, cash on cash returns, cash flow & price to rent ratio

38:10 SNEAK PEAK of how Rachel advises others to find their “2 doors”

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

https://www.facebook.com/groups/furnishedfinder.travelnursehousing/

https://www.shorttermgems.com/

Rachel’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Jesse.Gainsbrugh

Rachel’s training on finding those “Diamond in the rough” STR/MTRs:

https://youtu.be/ynCD7DjzMW4?si=nFz5SshRDrSNvLbE

https://www.shorttermgems.com/75gems

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.

FF94 Over 95% Of Jennie & Jessica's MTR Bookings Come From Furnished Finder May 13, 2024

Today we embrace the value of real estate accountability partners. Jessica Williams is an accountant for Bigger Pockets, realtor & investor with 3 mid-term rentals & 2 short-term rentals. Jennie Lyday is an RN and real estate investor with 5 mid-term rentals, 7 single family homes & a 16 unit apartment complex.

In this episode we cover:

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

2:00 Jennie & Jessica’s MTR/STR hybrid portfolios

4:00 These ladies embrace the RV renting business too!

5:40 The MTR/STR hybrid strategy

6:25 Accountability partners can be a game changer in real estate

8:55 Venturing into the mid-term rental space

11:45 Booking your MTR properties before they are even furnished

15:35 From self-managing short term rentals to discovering the mid-term rental strategy

15:45 Renting one bedroom on Furnished Finder covered Jessica’s entire mortgage

17:15 Over 95% of Jessica & Jennie’s MTR bookings come from Furnished Finder

29:25 Special touches at the end of a guest’s stay

20:15 1 item guests ask for that you may not have…

22:45 Utilizing KeyCheck as part of your mid-term rental process

24:45 Jessica’s best real estate deal

26:50 The power of negotiation & clear communication w/ Tenant Leads

27:40 One STR booking doesn’t have to ruin your MTR booking

29:10 Was purchasing a property next to an active train a good investment?

30:55 Managing life w/ a full-time job & MTR landlording

31:25 The value of instant messaging & dynamic pricing

32:00 Rest days are super important

33:00 Do you have a Google voice # for your rentals?!

34:25 The power of partnerships

36:15 Invest in really really good photos

36:55 Walmart+ is a great tool for mid-term rental operators

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

https://www.facebook.com/groups/furnishedfinder.travelnursehousing/

Jennie’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Jennielrn

Jessica’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=KeyworkProperties

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.

FF93 Mid-Term Rentals Lead To FasterFreedom w/ Sam Primm May 06, 2024

Sam Primm is a legend in the real estate investing and education world with over 250 doors, $46M in assets within 7 years, 2.7M followers on social media, 1.4K students nationwide and author of the book “Own Your Freedom”. Exciting news, Sam is a host on Furnished Finder and will be starting a mid-term rental master class this year.

In this episode we cover:

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

2:20 Sam’s real estate focus & portfolio

4:20 From no cashflow to healthy cashflow through MTRs

6:15 Advice Sam would give his 2014 self

8:45 Mid-term rentals supplement a w2 very well

10:30 Real estate doubles in value every 15 years

11:50 Mid-term rentals provide the best of both worlds

12:10 How often do you hear from MTR & LTR tenants?

14:35 Set up your rental for success on the front end

15:40 Sam’s mid-term rental program includes Furnished Finder training!

18:45 Katie Lyon compares LTRs, STRs & MTRs

20:10 Mid-term tenants are the best tenants possible!

21:20 How do you decide when to mid-term a property?

23:10 Sam’s MTR performance metrics

25:50 Overview of MTR expenses

28:25 Sam’s mid-term rental tips & tricks- welcome guide

29:15 Mid-term rentals are the easiest to self manage

30:25 Q&A from 5 Landlord Diaries listeners…

31:10 Should you put your arbitrage portfolio into an LLC?

34:05 2 Landlord mistakes not to make…

34:40 When running your numbers, be conservative on your initial underwriting

35:55 Set clear attainable real estate expectations

36:45 Do you prefer single family homes or 1-2 bedroom apartments for MTR & why?

40:10 Sam’s real estate advice for new or mom & pop operators

43:20 Masterminds can be very expensive, how do you choose the right one?

46:00 Overview of Sam’s book “Own Your Freedom”

49:00 Connect with Sam Primm

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

https://www.facebook.com/groups/furnishedfinder.travelnursehousing/

Sam Primm’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=MidwestPG

https://www.fasterfreedom.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.

FF92 AnVi Shifted 9 Properties To Mid-Term Rentals in 13 Months! Apr 29, 2024

Today we talk with California real estate investors, Vince Rodriguez & Andrew McCormick, founders & managing partners of AnVi Invest. These guys both have full time jobs, are hosts of the RE Social podcast and have over $10M+ Assets Under Management (AUM), 25 Doors, over 700k+ annual gross rents & over $1M+ total capital raised. Their desire for cashflow led AnVi to the mid-term rental strategy with 6 doors currently on Furnished Finder.

In this episode we cover:

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

2:20 Andrew’s digital nomad trip to Mexico City

3:00 The RE Social recording studio

3:40 From musicians to real estate partners

4:30 Andrew & Vince current real estate goals

7:30 The AnVi Invest Portfolio

10:15 Why red/blue states & cash flow led AnVi to mid-term rentals

15:00 Solving the cash flow issue

20:25 AnVi’s mid-term rental portfolio

23:10 Shifting 9 properties from LTR or STR to MTR in 13 Months!

30:00 How to capture your TV best in professional photos

33:30 MTR buying & marketing practices

40:15 Pivot hard after 10x opportunities

42:45 AnVi Invest’s assets under management play book

50:10 Create a product so great that it spreads by word of mouth

53:05 What led to the RE Social podcast & meetups

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

AnVi Invest Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Andrew.McCormick

https://linktr.ee/anviinvest

IG: anviinvest

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.

FF91 To Flip or Hold As MTR, Color Application & Accent Walls w/ Justin & Shelly Nupp Apr 22, 2024

Shelly & Justin Nupp are Knoxville, Tennessee, real estate investors that have experience with flips, one of which was featured on “First Time Flippers” Season 8, Episode 8. On properties they decide to keep, they embrace the mid-term rental strategy and typically aim for $1k per property in monthly cash flow. The Nupp’s have turned their passion into a booming business with two companies: “Centsible Designs” & “Restored Home & Design Co”. Stay tuned through the end of the episode for outstanding design tips in regards to accent walls & color application.

In this episode we cover:

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

3:25 Shelly & Justin’s journey to mid-term rentals

5:10 How The Nupp’s decide if they will flip or keep a property for mid-term rentals

8:20 Why “quirky” properties can be great mid-term rentals

11:30 Justin & Shelly’s portfolio of mid-term rentals

13:35 The Nupp’s experience with Furnished Finder

15:45 Let’s talk about the profit side of mid-term rentals

17:35 Your mid-term rental toolbox

21:15 Next level welcome gifts for your guests

25:00 Asking for feedback at the end of your guest stay

26:55 Best tips for standing out on Furnished Finder

28:25 Ways to wow your guests with color pops & accent walls

29:20 First steps in planning an accent wall

33:25 How to choose the right color for your accent wall

35:35 Deep dive into the design on a couple of Shelly & Justin’s properties

40:15 Average cost, time & skill level needed for a nice accent wall

44:35 How to make BOLD COLORS work well together

48:45 Design, marketing & occupancy rates go hand in hand

49:55 Shelly’s celebrity appearance on First Time Flippers

55:30 2024 is your year for mid-term rentals!
Website Links:

https://vimeo.com/894596834

Justin & Shelly’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=shelly.Nupp
Lightroom Photo App

https://lightroom.adobe.com/
The Nupp’s Construction business: “Restored Home and Design Co.”

Shelly’s Design Business: Centsible Designs

www.centsibledesigns.com

Instagram: @centsible_designs and @restoredhomeanddesignco

Some of Shelly’s Lighting Options on Amazon!

https://a.co/d/i2WK7cY

https://a.co/d/2kmc11W

https://a.co/d/a22v5f2

Shelly’s Appearance on First Time Flippers

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The Mid-Term Rental Process in 5 Easy Steps Apr 17, 2024

List your property today for one low annual price on FurnishedFinder.com
0:00 Landlord Diaries Intro

0:45 Step 1: Researching Mid-Term Rental Demand

2:10 How does Furnished Finder differ from other OTAs?

4:25 Step 2: Furnishing Your Property

8:25 Step 3: Start Marketing Your Property

8:35 You can start with “Furniture Coming Soon”

9:20 The Housing Request Feature, Matched & Unmatched Tenant Leads

11:10 Furnished Finder connects landlords and tenants

13:10 Use your Furnished Finder Landlord Profile As Your MTR Website

13:50 Step 4: Secure A Tenant w/ KeyCheck

14:30 Tenant Screening

15:55 State Specific Leases

16:30 Rent Payments

18:00 Step 5: Check In Process & House Rules

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

Katie & Kelly's Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=katie.lyon8

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Kelly*|B.

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.

FF90 Turn Your Multi-Family Into A Hub For Mid-Term Rentals w/ Susan Kienitz Apr 15, 2024

Susan Kienitz is a mid-term rental investor in Long Beach, California. She has 9 rentals total including an 8- plex that her family has owned for 25+ years. She has converted 6 of these units to mid-term rentals and will educate us on her process.

In this episode we cover:

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

3:15 Susan has binge watched all The Landlord Diaries episodes!

3:45 The journey to mid term rentals

5:35 Mid-term rental guests

8:05 Susan’s real estate portfolio

12:15 Susan’s next move might be out of state investing

18:00 Where does Susan get her bookings from?

19:25 Are you listening to what guests want?

25:15 Why Susan puts her “house rules” in her property description

28:05 Using Message Templates & Tenant Leads to streamline your bookings

36:40 Susan’s journey converting her 8 plex units from long term rentals to mid term rentals

38:15 Why Susan is converting her queen beds to king beds even in tight spaces

40:10 How have Susan’s furnishings changed through experience

43:40 Do you have space for those extra cleaning or restock items?

46:25 How Susan found her trusted cleaning team

52:50 Tips to keep your cleaning team happy through an average of 4 cleans per year

54:15 Operating the “unit” feature on Furnished Finder

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/

https://www.keycheck.com/

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/stats

https://www.facebook.com/groups/furnishedfinder.travelnursehousing/

Susan’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

Furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Susan.Kienitz

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.

FF89 The San Gabriel, A 9,000 Sqft, $30,000/Mo Luxury Rental on Furnished Finder w/ Jason Griggs Apr 08, 2024

Jason Griggs is a gym teacher turned real estate tycoon known as the “go to guy” in Las Vegas for short or mid-term rentals with one specific luxury property, The San Gabriel, that rents for $30,000 - $50,000 monthly. Jason is a realtor and property manager at Simply Vegas. He also owns Griggs Vacation Homes.

In this episode we cover:

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

2:39 Jason’s transition from PE Coach to successful real estate investor

4:20 Jason’s real estate portfolio in Las Vegas

6:10 The San Gabriel property details

7:45 Flexing the San Gabriel between short term & mid term

10:15 Creating an experience at your property

12:45 Las Vegas area short term rental restrictions

15:30 Should you be afraid of larger properties?

17:25 San Gabriel guest types

19:20 Communication style needed for luxury properties

20:45 Upgrade the experience for your mid-term rental guests

22:25 Furnished Finder leads for San Gabriel & Jason’s other properties

24:20 With Furnished Finder, move in fees are paid upfront unlike other OTAs

25:35 Jason’s Tier 2 property at 5,000 sq ft

26:10 What should you consider when looking for a good STR/MTR hybrid property?

29:45 How to compete w/ the luxury hotels

30:25 Jason’s goal is to double his mortgage anyway he can

31:50 Is someone going to ruin my property?

34:45 Be patient & proactive with your mid-term rentals, plan for some vacancies

39:55 Why Jason chooses to pay off his properties as quickly as possible

42:20 Jason thinks all realtors should be investors & partner with your clients

43:55 What Jason teaches in Griggs University

44:40 Final tips on how to succeed with larger properties

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Jason.Griggs

Jason’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://winwithairbnb.com/

https://griggsvacationrentals.com/

https://linktr.ee/jgriggsrealestate

IG: @jgriggsrealestate

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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.

FF88 8 Bedroom Health & Wellness Room Rental For Travel Nurses w/ Ricardo Sanchez Apr 01, 2024

Ricardo Sanchez is both an ICU travel nurse with over a decade of experience and a Furnished Finder host in Indianapolis with an 8 bedroom duplex house hack.

In this episode we cover:

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

2:10 Ricardo’s experience w/ permanent & travel nursing

3:20 What led Ricardo to house hacking by the room, furnished

6:55 Ricardo’s experience with VA loans

8:05 Ricardo transitions from college kids to monthly Airbnb guests

9:20 Ricardo’s choice to focus on travel nurses & list on Furnished Finder

10:55 Travel nurse burnout and how Ricardo overcomes it

11:45 Carving your own niche in the mid-term rental market

18:40 Ricardo’s process of converting his duplex into an 8 unit room rental

20:05 Furnished Finder Tip: How to see a traveler’s favorite properties

27:20 Quick hitter tips for room rental operations

35:10 Should you screen all your tenants including travel nurses?

38:20 Are the Furnished Finder landlord & traveler profiles helpful?

Website Links:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/furnishedfinder.travelnursehousing/

Ricardo’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=RICARDO.SANCHEZ

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.

FF87 30+ Years Driving Occupancy and Revenue In Corporate Housing w/ Elaine Quiroz, CCHP Mar 25, 2024

Elaine Quiroz is a founding member of CHPA (Corporate Housing Providers Association) & President of Corporate Housing Strategies which is the nation's leading provider of sales training and consulting in the furnished corporate housing / midterm rental space. With 30+ years of high level experience in the corporate housing industry, Elaine will talk with us today about types of corporate housing customers and how to best capture their business.

In this episode we cover:

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

2:30 Elaine’s impact on the corporate housing industry

4:00 President of Corporate Housing Strategies for over 20 years

5:15 Furnished Finder’s MTR Facebook group of 150k landlords & travelers

8:00 Elaine’s voice through teaching, training & speaking

9:15 Elaine’s efforts to get rental arbitrage implemented at the developer level

11:10 What Furnished Finder hosts should know about CHPA

15:35 Why corporate housing operators should add ALL their properties to Furnished Finder

21:05 Elaine’s personal rental on Furnished Finder

27:25 The similarities between mid-term rentals & corporate housing

30:10 The differences between mid-term rentals & corporate housing

32:00 Get started in the MTR space with rental arbitrage

33:30 Building a corporate housing business that could sell for $1+ million

39:50 Preparing for the highs and lows, being proactive not reactive

43:00 Furnished Finder Tenant Leads is your opportunity to be proactive!

44:30 Presenting your brand well through your Furnished Finder profile & messages

54:00 Katie Lyon’s advice on how to keep your listing fresh

55:30 Types of corporate housing customers & how to best capture their business

1:01:25 Traveler types renting Studios - 2 bedrooms & larger homes on Furnished Finder

1:03:10 Preparing your space for construction workers

1:07:30 Be on the same page with your tenant and adjust your product as needed

1:08:10 Use KeyCheck for your tenant screenings, paid by the tenant

1:11:15 The right questions to ask corporate housing providers & clients

1:12:40 Be ready to connect with a one page property profile

1:14:45 What is the average lead time for corporate housing?

1:16:55 Should you drop your price as you approach a vacancy?

Website Links:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/furnishedfinder.travelnursehousing/

Elaine’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Elaine.Quiroz

https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainequiroz/

corporatehousingstrategies@gmail.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.

FF86 Start Your MTR Co-Hosting Business Today, Chat GPT Saved MTR Co-Host Jaina Pallasigui $13,000! Mar 18, 2024

Today we explore the world of CO-HOSTING with Premier Host Management. Jaina Pallasigui & business partner Paul De Mesa, live in Orange County, CA and originally tried Airbnb arbitrage in their "backyard" but were not successful. This led to a new strategy managing mid-term rentals remotely in Houston, TX, Benton Harbor, MI, Montgomery, AL and San Diego, CA.

In this episode we cover:

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

3:20 What is co-hosting & how does it work

4:45 Jaina’s co-hosting portfolio

6:40 Creating property themes for your MTRs

10:00 Jaina & Paul’s story becoming real estate partners

10:30 Securing your first co-host listing

16:45 The finance side of co-hosting & how it works

19:35 What services should you provide when co-hosting

21:45 Top 3 long distance management tips

23:25 When do you get paid in the co-hosting process?

25:25 Revenue analysis of Jaina's long term rentals vs. co-host listings

27:15 How to find and secure co-host listings

28:25 How Chat GPT saved Jaina $13,000!

35:45 3 smart features available for co-host professionals

40:00 Why a cop showed up at one of Jaina’s listings!

42:25 Do people get freaked out when there’s a ring camera in the backyard?

43:40 Noise awareness products can detect smoking as well?!

46:30 Have you tried the Furnished Finder House Rules feature?

Website Links:

Houston, TX: The Launch Pad

Jaina’s Co-host listings on Furnished Finder:

Benton Harbor, MI: The Oasis

https://premierhostmgmt.com/

IG: @Jaina_Anne

Minut Noise Aware Product:

https://www.minut.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.

FF85 Growing To 30+ Corporate Housing Rentals on Furnished Finder w/ RE Broker Julie Stoakley Mar 11, 2024

Julie Stoakley runs a full-service brokerage in Austin, Texas, and is founder of Homebase ATX. Julie saw an increasing demand for a new level of Corporate Housing and Relocation Services in the growing city of Austin. Homebase ATX has become one of the most sought-after teams of home relocation service providers and corporate leasing specialists in Austin. Julie has almost a decade of experience in the mid-term rental space with over 50 mid-term rentals.

In this episode we cover:

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

4:15 Julie’s fascination with real estate started in 2007

7:15 The Homebase ATX story scaling to 50+ mid-term rentals

13:15 The difference in corporate housing & short term rentals

21:15 Why You Should Add All Your Properties To Furnished Finder

27:00 What types of hosts FAIL on Furnished Finder

30:10 Are 90 day minimums on Furnished Finder successful?

32:15 Are 55% extensions normal for mid-term rental guests?

37:35 The Pros of an MTR property manager vs. STR manager

46:15 Great ways to find MTR deals in our current market

49:00 Investor friendly agents are SO VALUABLE in the MTR space

53:15 The ethical side of real estate is very important to Julie

55:30 Julie’s Impressive Mid-Term Rental Case Studies

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

Julie’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Sage%20Stoakley

https://www.homebaseatx.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.

2024 Mid-Term Rental Summit SNEAK PEEK w/ Jesse Vasquez & New Furnished Finder CEO Jeff Hurst Mar 04, 2024

Today we have two very influential guests in the mid-term rental space. Jesse Vasquez, creator of the Mid-Term Rental Summit and founder of AirVenture Hosting Co; and Jeff Hurst, CEO of Furnished Finder, the leading marketplace for mid-term rentals with over 200k furnished properties nationwide.

https://midtermrentalsummit.com/

In this episode we cover:

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries

0:45 Meet Jeff Hurst & Jesse Vasquez

3:30 Why are real estate investors shifting to the MTR strategy?

7:25 What led Jesse Vasquez to create the Mid-Term Rental Summit?

8:40 MTR operators band together

9:30 What’s on the horizon for Furnished Finder & Keycheck in 2024

12:15 All-star line up of MTR speakers

14:20 MTR Summit only content from Furnished Finder

16:10 Ticket details for the Mid-Term Rental Summit

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.

FF84 5+ Things You Should Know About Room Rentals on Furnished Finder w/ Chanell Solomon Feb 26, 2024

While Disney World is popular for vacation rentals, the greater Orlando area is popular for mid-term rentals as well with over 1 million map and property listing page views within the last year and over 2,400 listings on Furnished Finder within 30 miles of Orlando. We will take a glimpse into this market today talking with Chanell Solomon, a successful rent by the room host for over 5 years now among 840+ room rentals in the Orlando area.

In this episode we cover:

(Points organized in episode order)

0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries Podcast

2:15 The competitive mid-term rental market in Orlando, FL

4:00 Renting rooms in your primary residence & Chanell’s layout

7:00 Is the room rental market sustainable on Furnished Finder?

9:00 A way to approach room rentals that makes everyone comfortable

13:00 Chanell’s mind set on building trust w/ your room rental guests

17:00 Host guideline for cleaning, laundry, kitchen & parking rules

21:45 How to be proactive on Furnished Finder in a competitive market

25:55 How to help your listing STAND OUT on Furnished Finder

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=C.Solomon

Chanell’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

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.

FF 83 45+ Pristine Units on Furnished Finder, 7,000+ Guests, 30+ Day Stays w/ The CEO of Lodgeur Feb 19, 2024

Today we will be talking with Sebastien Long, the Founder & CEO of Lodgeur in Houston, Texas. Seb has 45 impeccably designed units on Furnished Finder across 5 complexes, with hundreds in the pipeline. Lodgeur has hosted over 7,000 guests and all his units are primarily used as 30+ day furnished mid-term rentals.

In this episode we cover:

(Points organized in episode order)

2.30 Sebastien’s journey to furnished mid-term rentals

4.10 The difference between arbitrage and management model

5.30 Sebastian creates, markets & manages flexible living units

6.00 What Sebastien looks for when partnering with a complex

6.50 Rental difference “across the pond” in the UK vs. US

9.25 How volume users can keep leads organized on Furnished Finder

10.40 How to quickly recognize which property a Tenant Lead or Message is referencing

11.30 Why it’s important to put your Furnished Finder property link in each message

13.00 Sebastien’s success with direct bookings (including Furnished Finder)

16.15 Streamlining the process when guests are ready to book

18.45 Sebastien’s master thesis on what is the value of great interior design vs. average

24.15 Using technology to take your savings and design to the next level

34.85 How quickly can someone find your listings & connect with you?

37.15 Property management systems & booking keeping lessons learned along the way

42.15 Furnished Finder educates landlords and tenants on scam prevention

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/property/243857_1

Sebastien’s 45+ Listings on Furnished Finder:

Lodgeur at Mid Main Lofts- 9+ units

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/property/403970_1

Lodgeur at Mid Main Lofts 2- 10+ units

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/property/410916_1

Lodgeur at Mid Main Lofts 3- 10+ units

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/property/411730_1

Lodgeur at Mid Main Lofts 4- 9+ units

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/property/390556_1

Lodgeur at Elan Med Center- 6+ units

Connect w/ Sebastien:

https://www.lodgeur.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/seblong/

TIPS FROM THIS EPISODE TO SAVE ON YOUR FURNISHINGS

Google Chrome Honey Extension: https://help.joinhoney.com/article/39-what-is-the-honey-extension-and-how-do-i-get-it

Rakuten Cash Back:

https://www.rakuten.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.

FF82 4 Common Furnished Rental Objections w/ Pam Holt, The Happy Host Academy Feb 12, 2024

Today we talk with Pam Holt, a Chicago native. Pam is a real estate broker, entrepreneur, mom and STR/MTR host for a luxury $15,000/month 4 bedroom rental in the heart of Chicago. Currently, Pam’s main goal is to help investors get up and going in the MTR space with her Happy Host Academy.

In this episode we cover:

(Points organized in episode order)

3.00 Hosting furnished rentals merged all Pam’s career choices together

6.00 Pam’s traveling led to renting her personal home for $15,000 per month

8.00 Preparing your personal home for corporate travelers

14.45 Types of mid-term rental guests Pam hosts in Chicago

18.30 Pam’s Happy Host Academy students prefer mid-term rentals

21.45 Addressing the “weird” factor of someone sleeping in your bed

25.15 The “Space” Objection

39.00 Tell your personal story through design

46.00 The “Safety” Objection

48.40 The “Time” Objection

51.00 First steps to get started in the mid-term rental space today

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

Pam’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Pamela.Holt15

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.

FF81 Next Level Real Estate Through AI, Trello & Canva w/ Hospitality Guru Sally Berry Feb 05, 2024

In today’s episode, we travel to Rochester, New York, to talk with Sally Berry about her 11 property portfolio. Sally will bring a fresh perspective on topics we haven’t discussed yet on our show. We will discuss these 5 topics in detail…

Hospitality Advice from Sally’s 25 years in the industry
Concentrating Your Portfolio on One Zip Code
Creating A Pitch Deck For Banks & Private Money Lenders
Free Project Management Software To Take Your Business to the Next Level
Implementing AI into your business

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In this episode we cover:

(Points organized in episode order)

4.45 Over 25 years of experience in Hospitality & Tourism

6.00 Keep Your Marketing Minimal, Like a Movie Preview

7.00 Finding free stock photos to show off your listing location

8.00 Focus on the top 3 things your property has to offer

Benefits To Concentrating Your Portfolio on One Zip Code

12.00 Sally’s Portfolio of 11 properties

17.00 Creating A Pitch Deck For Banks & Private Money Lenders

27.30 Free Project Management Software To Take Your Business to the Next Level

30.00 Implementing AI into your business

33.00 Sally’s Favorite Tools on Furnished Finder & KeyCheck

34.30 How to see a traveler’s “Saved Properties” on Furnished Finder

37.00 You’re not to old or young to start something new

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

Sally’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=SALLY.BERRY

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.

FF80 Rock Band Meets Fixer Upper In This Mid-Term Rental Success Story w/ Hayley & Reid Cain Jan 29, 2024

Today we have the privilege to talk with a touring rock band, Reid & Hayley Cain of Hayley & The Crushers. As they tour the country in their self-customized Dodge Promaster with all their music gear, two dogs and who knows what else; they also bring in passive income through a retro-perfect house hack in California and a fixer upper in Detroit.
In this episode we cover:
(Points organized in episode order)
3.00 Real estate can help fund your passions
4.30 Birds eye view of the market & the benefits of boots on the ground
6.30 The journey from musician to property owner & landlord
10.00 Hayley & Reid’s California property & design
15.30- The move from short term to mid-term rentals
19.50 Long distance mid-term rental tips
23.30 Creating & marketing shared spaces
26.50 Furnished Finder hosts can have conversations prior to booking
30.00 Furnished Finder’s emphasis on safety & how to be prepared
31.50 Design has a huge impact on your bookings
37.30 The Detroit property aka “The Gnome Domicile”
44.00 Katie creates a new real estate term… Hackabrrrr?
Website Links:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/
https://www.keycheck.com/
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/stats
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources
Reid & Hayley’s Listings on Furnished Finder:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=HayleyCain

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.

FF79 Embrace The Hybrid Strategy: Mid-Term & Short-Term Rentals w/ Book N’ Gather Jan 22, 2024

Tony Stancato & Jordan Painter have created Book N’ Gather, a Michigan Lakeshore Vacation Rental company and a complimentary educational platform at MichiganShortTermRentals.com which has a podcast, blog & more. These guys have a very successful vacation rental business year around by combining the short-term and mid-term rental strategies.

In this episode we cover:

(Points organized in episode order)

How Tony & Jordan became business partners
The Book N’ Gather story
The power of multi families & Michigan lakeshore properties
Creating your “destination” property w/ thoughtful additions
Operating pickleball courts, hot tubs & saunas at your properties
Operating your STR/MTR properties in off season
STR/ MTR property evaluations
Book N’ Gather is a property management company w/ transparent fees!
5 risks of furnished rentals and how to mitigate them
KeyCheck.com helps mitigate risk!
3 ways to get more mid-term rentals during off season
Using the FurnishedFinder.com/stats page to your advantage
Michigan hot spots for mid-term real estate investing

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=tony.stancato

Book N’ Gather Listings on Furnished Finder:

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.

FF 78 MTR Strategy Around Duplexes & King Beds Only w/ Jake Herzig Jan 15, 2024

Today we talk with Jake Herzig in Houston, Texas. He has a unique style that rolls off the tongue nicely from a marketing perspective and makes someone feel like they are ready for a luxurious, relaxing stay. His theme and website is KingBedsOnly.com.

In this episode we cover:
(Points organized in episode order)

Why Jake has built his business around “king beds only”
Jake’s journey to real estate investing
Why Jake prefers duplexes to single family homes
Relationships w/ your neighbors can lead to future real estate deals
The facts that led Jake from the STR to MTR strategy
Mid-term travelers love flexible terms
Check out Jake’s beautiful properties in the show notes
Don’t miss his design “pro tips”
Jake’s back-up supply
Start small, if you like it keep going
Responsiveness is key in a competitive market
Furnished Finder is a great tool
Jake’s mid-term rental exit strategy

Jake’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Jake_Herzig

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.

FF77 5 Steps to “Live SMART” w/ Mid-Term Rental Host & Life Coach Felicia Miller Johnson Jan 08, 2024

Aloha, friends of The Landlord Diaries. Today, we talk with Felicia Miller Johnson in Little Rock, Arkansas, about her house hack and entire home/room rental ventures. Felecia encourages professionals to “Live SMART” which we will discuss today in regards to life & mid-term rentals. In addition, Felicia conducts LinkedIn LIVE work-life video interviews with career professionals that become Awe Intuitive Conversation. Her videos are posted to LinkedIn, YouTube & Spotify.

In this episode we cover:

(Points organized in episode order)

The State of Happiness

Sevenfold Coaching

How the “Mama Approved” ADU led to mid-term rentals

The SMART Boho Place & The Duplex

Installing a ventless washer/dryer in your ADU

The 5 Steps to Live SMART in your mid-term rental business...

See Yourself & Awaken- understand your goal
Master Your Emotions- how do they relate to your professionalism
Ask, Know, & Receive- are you open to new opportunities
Relax, Relate, & Release- ask for help, what do I need to release
Talk Wisely & Ascend- what are you saying OUT LOUD to yourself

Felicia’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Live_Smart_Rentals_LLC

https://www.linkedin.com/in/feliciamillerjohnson/

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.

FF76 10+ MTR Design Tips, Psychology of Space & Co-Hosting Advice w/ Designer Tatianna Taylor-Tait Jan 01, 2024

Today we talk with a Furnished Finder co-host, Tatianna Taylor-Tait, an award-winning designer based in Vancouver, BC and co-founder of the Level Up Your Listing Summit. Tatianna has combined her interior design and real estate experience to mentor investors all over the world on how to skyrocket their profit using short-term and mid-term rentals. Tatianna was one of our amazing speakers at the 2023 Mid-Term Rental Summit. She gave a fascinating talk on the “Psychology of Space”.

10 design tips we discuss in this week's episode:

How to properly set up your mid-term rental space
The 5 high touch point items that get the most wear & tear
Each room should tell a story and have a focal point
How to properly set up a bed and night stand
What’s a good budget for a studio or one bedroom
Things that make your home look cheap and what to do instead
What’s the right size rug for each room
Are matching furniture sets in or out?
The 3 to 1 ratio for shelf styling
Tatiana's award-winning design skills in action!

Tatianna’s Co-Host Listings on Furnished Finder

Clients:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/property/458334_1

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/property/458334_2

Students:

http://www.furnishedfinder.com/property/577744_1

Kelly’s Cottage:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/property/528964_1

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Kelly.Bailey13

Katie’s Studio:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/property/432193_1

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=katie.lyon8

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.

FF75 Angelenna's 5 Steps To Find The Right Property & List It On Furnished Finder Dec 25, 2023

Angelenna Grant-Ashanti is a top producing real estate agent in Atlanta, mid-term rental investor and MTR coach for her clients. Angelenna helps clients find the right property, renovate it and list it on Furnished Finder.

The 5 MTR Steps From Purchase To Marketing!

Choosing the right location for an MTR, nurses love to explore!
Present your client with choices- Move-in ready or DIY sweat equity?
Important things to consider if you’re buying an MTR condo w/ an HOA
Furnishing your mid-term rentals- neutrals w/ pops of color really stand out
Marketing your property correctly & your main photo selection process

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=GRANT-ASHANTI

Angelenna’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

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.

FF74 Operating 11 Mid-Term Rentals Requires Strong KPIs, SOPs & VAs w/ Legacy Crash Pads Dec 21, 2023

Today we talk with Legacy Crash Pads in San Antonio, Texas. With multiple years in real estate, capital raising, and the MTR space, Vin Ochoa & Michelle Bryan have tons of knowledge to share in regards to buying real estate, KPIs, SOPs & VAs. Their portfolio includes 19 single family homes, 3 arbitrage, 11 of which are mid-term rentals.

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/

https://www.keycheck.com/

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/stats

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

Vin & Michelle’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Legacy_Crash_Pads

https://www.legacycrashpads.com/

https://linktr.ee/onthegoprofessionals

Book Referenced:

Traction by Gino Wickman- https://a.co/d/9ftxo0L

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.

FF73 Tanishia’s 5 bedroom Mid-term Rentals & How Insurance Works From Claim To Placement Dec 18, 2023

Today we talk with Tanishia Epps Spencer in Richmond, Virginia. Tanishia has participated in Jesse Vasquez, Al Williams & Pace Morby’s coaching groups and Tanishia is now coaching as well. She has 20+ years of experience in the insurance industry and will enlighten us today on three main topics- 5 bedroom mid-term rentals, creative financing and how insurance works from claim to placement.

In this episode we cover:

(Points organized in episode order)

Googled “how to buy houses without your own money”
What does a successful whiteboard session look like?
Do larger properties work on Furnished Finder across the nation
5 bedroom home in NC for $6,000/mo
5 bedroom home in AZ for $8,500/mo
3 bedroom home in VA for $5,500/mo
Larger home features to analyze:
What is the home composition?
Avoid high renter populations
Look for high levels of homeowner population
What are the demographics for family composition?
Average # of children, percentage of couples
Why Pace Morby’s group is worth the investment time and time again
Jesse & Al’s groups were beneficial for proximity and knowledge
Creative financing- how to buy properties without going to a bank
Subject 2- taking over the payments on someone else’s existing mortgage
How to secure investors and keep them happy or ready for the next deal
Not all designers are created equal, hear how Tanishia found the right fit

Insurance Process From Claim To Placement

(Starts at 31 minutes & 30 seconds)

How can Furnished Finder hosts be ready when an insurance request comes in?

Have your questions ready & your processes in place!

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=VIP_Home_Stays

Tanishia’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

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.

FF72 Strong Mid-Term Rental Deals Through Subject 2 or Creative Financing w/ Zeona McIntyre Dec 11, 2023

Let’s welcome back Zeona McIntyre with us today who is the co-author of the famous Bigger Pockets book “30-Day Stay”. Zeona is a real estate investor since 2012, personally owns 12 properties (and counting) and is an investor friendly agent as discussed in the book. You can find the book for sale and connect with Zeona on her website, www.zeonamcintyre.com.

In this episode we cover:

(Points organized in episode order)

How to find strong mid-term rental deals in our current market
through subject 2 or creative financing
Climate proof real estate investing
Finding and securing relationships w/ insurance agencies

Zeona’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=zeona.mcintyre

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.

FF71 Do Misfit Houses on The MLS Make Good Mid-Term Rentals? w/ David Rosenbeck Dec 04, 2023

Today we talk with David Rosenbeck in Fort Wayne, Indiana with 6 mid-term rentals and 1 long term rental. In 2020, David was a nurse practitioner making $120k annually but wasn’t seeing much of a difference in his bank account so he googled “what should I do with my money in my 20’s” and landed on short term rentals first but found the mid term rental strategy was more his style. David will explain his unique buy box and how misfit properties can make the best mid-term rentals.

David’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=HarmonyHomes

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.

FF70 3 Bedroom MTRs, 6-10 Month Stays, Furnished Finder Algorithm & More w/ Daniel Saravia Nov 27, 2023

Daniel Saravia was born in El Salvador, has lived in Lexington, Kentucky, for over 24 years now and quit his w2 in 2019 to pursue full time real estate investing. He and his wife have 4 kids that are very involved in the family real estate business as well. Their current portfolio includes 7 properties in total, 2 long term rentals and 5 mid term rentals, many of which are 3 bed, 2 bath homes.

In this episode we cover:

(Points organized in episode order)

From immigrant to Lexington, KY
Daniel’s portfolio- 5 MTRs & 2 LTRs
Really think hard before you leave your w2, you can totally do both
Daniel’s real estate was not affected by COVID
Daniel’s medical travelers average 6-10 month stays
Building equity through renovations
Home run fixer uppers
Securing renewals in your MTR rentals
How your kids can be part of your real estate business
Hiring the right CPA for real estate
Using a line of credit to purchase multiple properties
The value of unmatched Tenant Leads on Furnished Finder
Daniel shocks his tenants with how quickly he responds
Furnished Finder algorithm placement tips
How you present your property affects your bookings
What size gap do you like for your turnovers?
Discounted hotels are a service to the landlords
It’s not just travel nurses, relocation companies and even horse trainers use Furnished Finder

Daniel’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Daniel.Saravia

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.

FF69 5+ Modifications To Make Your Property Accessible & Maximize Cash Flow w/ Cindy Caldwell Nov 23, 2023

Today we talk with Cindy Caldwell, an out of state investor who lives in Philadelphia and has a short term, mid term rental in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Cindy has 30 years of experience in health care as an occupational therapist with a specialty in home modifications. We will focus today’s episode on three parts: the STR/MTR condo in SC, Cindy’s experience with KeyCheck and analyzing your home for guests with accessibility needs.

In this episode we cover:

(Points organized in episode order)

Why Cindy chose an STR/MTR in North Myrtle Beach, SC
Why STR hosts naturally venture into the MTR space
STR & MTR seasons and profit analysis
Cindy explains how simple it is to use the 3 KeyCheck features
Preparing your home for travelers with accessibility and disability needs!
Only .002% of Furnished Rentals Are Prepared For Disabled Travelers, Are You?
What types of disability needs are out there?
How to capture the right pictures for accessibility needs
Easy, budget friendly home modifications for accessibility
What size door way do you need to be wheelchair accessible…
How to fill out the accessibility section on Furnished Finder
Does your city offer rebates for making your showers or toilets more water efficient?

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Cynthia.Caldwell53

Cindy’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

Becoming rentABLE:

https://www.becomingrentable.com/

ZINUS 12 Inch Green Tea Memory Foam Mattress

https://a.co/d/dyU4FIq

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.

FF68 Less Than 1% of Furnished Rentals Are Prepared For Disabled Travelers, Are You? Nov 20, 2023

Today we have the privilege to talk with Lorraine Woodward, a host on Furnished Finder who would like to share with us her personal journey through muscular dystrophy and hosting families through end of life care. As founder of Becoming rentABLE, a furnished rental listing platform designed specifically for travelers with accessibility needs, Lorraine is making huge waves in educating others about the need for affordable, accessible housing. I hope we all leave today’s episode with a better understanding of how to be more prepared for our travelers with disability and accessibility needs.

Listen now to hear these 4 powerful stories...

The Woodward family story of traveling with 3 wheelchairs
The Little Yellow House- impacting families through end of life care
The Beach House- providing hope to a guest w/ ALS disease
16 year old that never had a place to shower on vacation

In this week's episode, YOU can help create social change...

Are there ADA rules for short and mid term rentals?
One rule that applies to ALL our rentals- service animals
People first language to show respect, especially to those w/ disabilities
Big need for accessible properties near hospitals

Lorraine’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Lorraine.Woodward

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.

FF67 Do MTR Guests Stay Longer When They Are Part Of A Community? w/ Kristen Vilasuso Nov 13, 2023

Today we talk with Kristen (Gaylord) Vilasuso, a mid-term rental investor in the state of Maine. Real estate investing comes in many different shapes and sizes and we will see this today in Kristen’s portfolio. Her passion is giving back to Maine communities and one of the ways Kristen does this is by educating her neighbors on why mid-term rentals are important in their community.

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Kristen.Gaylord

Kristen’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

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FF66 $1.1 Million In Gross Revenue Per Year w/ Jesse Vasquez, Mid-Term Rental Coach Nov 06, 2023

*** EARLY BIRD TICKETS ARE LIVE FOR THE MID-TERM RENTAL SUMMIT 2024***
Today we welcome back mid-term rental legend, Jesse Vasquez. Most of you probably watch his mid-term rental content on YouTube, but if not you should definitely start following his social media channels. Jesse is the founder of AirVenture Hosting Co, and is on fire in the mid-term rental and real estate coaching world. Get this - with a portfolio of just 14 properties, Jesse brings in $1.1 million per year in gross revenue! Today Jesse will give us a few easy steps on how to be a successful business owner in the midterm rental world and confident in your approach!

NEVER SEEN BEFORE Cold Call Example w/ Jesse Vasquez (20 Min In!)

In this episode we cover:

(Points organized in episode order)

Next Mid-Term Rental Summit Coming Soon!

How Jesse’s business has changed since the Mid-Term Rental Summit

Utilizing the Furnished Finder tools to build your MTR client relationships

LIVE EXAMPLE of how to cold call TENANT LEADS w/ Jesse Vasquez

Be that 1% of MTR investors by doing this…

Apply these 3-5 things to make your property stand out

What can an MTR landlord do to make their company stand out

Build a simple landing page with a few key aspects Jesse highlights for us

Low hanging fruit marketing tips for your MTR business

Jesse has 5 touch points to secure guest loyalty and return stays

Is your mindset limiting your potential?

2024 MID-TERM RENTAL SUMMIT TICKETS ARE LIVE:
https://jesse-vasquez-9a06.mykajabi.com/offers/M2VzudvU/checkout
Jesse’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=jesse.vasquez

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

https://www.furnishedapartments.com/
https://www.airventurehosting.com/

www.Midtermrentalsummit.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.

FF65 From $5/Hr Working Two Jobs To $20 Million In Net Worth w/ Anne Curry’s Get Rich Slow Plan Nov 02, 2023

Anne Curry is in the top 1% of real estate brokers in Pierce County, Washington, which includes two prominent suburbs of Seattle- Tacoma & Bremerton. Anne has been featured on the Bigger Pockets podcast talking about her affordable housing success story and Insider Magazine highlighting her 311-unit portfolio. Anne has sold over 1,000 homes, developed housing communities and created homes from the ground up including a mid-term rental DADU in her backyard.
Mid-Term Rental Conversation Starts at 36 Minutes

Anne’s first mid-term rental was by accident

DADU’s in your backyard make great mid-term rentals

14 Unit Bremerton, WA Project- 1 bed, 1 bath cottages

How Anne found the Bremerton project by watching comps in her area

What’s next for Anne? 90 units in new construction, her 168 unit project & more

How to create opportunity in this market and the importance of an exit strategy

Anne Curry’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Anne.Curry20

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.

FF64 MTR Life: Nurses, Tri-Plexes, Life is Leverage, H&M To Gucci Brand, VAs & More w/ Sam Mahmood Oct 30, 2023

Today we talk with the successful and talented Sam Mahmood. At age 25, Sam went from being a Medical Device Sales Rep to starting his own company that he scaled in 5 years to a 7 figure organization. Sam bought 10 multi-family units at the age of 25 in Southern California when everyone said not to. Sam has housed travel nurses for the last 6 years before many of you even knew about Furnished Finder. And lastly, Sam has taken 6 medical device companies from $0-1M ARR (annual recurring revenue) within 3 years. Today, Sam will encourage us on how to improve our MTR brands and increase our revenue.
Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Sam%20Mahmood

Sam’s Listings On Furnished Finder:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-mahmood-06620484/

WWW.bettermouthtape.com

Gino Wickman’s Book- Traction

https://a.co/d/e2oQpuj

James Nestor’s Book- Breathe

https://a.co/d/igCnto0

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FF63 The Pros & Cons of Mid-Term Rentals w/ MTR Author & Coach Erin Spradlin Oct 23, 2023

Let’s welcome back, Erin Spradlin, real estate professional and co-owner of Erin & James Real Estate. Erin loves educating others on the mid-term rental topic through consulting, her YouTube channel and 2 books she has authored called “American Nomads” which we discussed in episode 40 and “Erin’s Guide to Mid-Term Rentals” which is today’s topic. We will discuss the pros & cons of the mid-term rental space and how to overcome each objective.
10 REASONS you should listen to this episode...

Why Erin prefers mid-term over long-term or short-term
Furnished Finder facts on larger homes as mid-term rentals
Are travel nurses here to stay and should you focus specifically on that market?
Excellent appreciation vs. cash flow comparison in Erin’s book
Furnishing is a CON to many, hear advice on this subject
Scare of vacancy? Hear tips on how to close the gap for over 90% occupancy rate
Restrictions are almost non-existent for mid-term rentals.
Which months are the hardest in the mid-term rental space and how can you prepare
The ability to self-manage is a PRO of the mid-term rental strategy
Furnished Finder gives you the tools to run your business on your own terms.

Book 2: Erin's Guide to Midterm Rentals:

https://a.co/d/3fEzT3L

Book 3: My First Rental Property Workbook: Midterm & Corporate Rental Edition

https://a.co/d/a0dZEsq

Book 1 (Erin’s book we discussed in Episode 40)

American Nomads Book: Finding and Renting to Remote Workers

https://a.co/d/bOQ042J

Erin’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=erin.spradlin

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

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.

FF62 3 Steps to Launch an MTR, Start Housing Travel Nurses & Double Your Rental Income w/ WIIRE Oct 19, 2023

We are back with the founders of Women Invest In Real Estate (WIIRE), Amelia McGee (Des Moines, Iowa) and Grace Gudenkauf (Cedar Rapids, Iowa & Tucson, Arizona). These ladies specialize in travel nurse housing in the Midwest and love to educate other investors on the mid-term rental strategy. Today we will discuss one of their many great trainings, “3 Steps to Launch an MTR & Double Your Rental Income”.
Additional things we talk about in this episode:

Portfolio updates & net worth
Why Grace is now investing in Arizona
How Kelly’s investor friendly agent secures deals in a tough market
How to ELEVATE your business
Furnished Finder Tenant Lead Advice
Great tips for hosts that offer pet friendly furnished rentals
Grace & Amelia’s mid-term rental BUY BOX
Tips for analyzing the data on www.FurnishedFinder.com/stats
Best practices for stocking your kitchen & MTR starter kit for guests
Amelia’s take on Furnished Finder’s unit feature
How to handle an MTR lease & canceled nurse contracts
MTR insurance & LLC conversation
KeyCheck.com for your mid-term rental landlords tools

Grace’s MTR Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=grace.gudenkauf

Amelia’s MTR Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=amelia.mcgee

WIIRE Website, Retreats, Podcast, Free MTR Tools & MORE:

https://www.womeninvestinrealestate.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.

FF61 6 Metrics To Evaluate Any Mid-Term Rental w/ Bigger Pockets Author, Sarah Weaver Oct 16, 2023

Let’s welcome back Sarah Weaver, co-author of the Bigger Pockets book “30-Day Stay”. The mid-term (medium-term) real estate strategy is Sarah’s specialty as an investor, realtor, speaker, author, design consultant, real estate consultant and once in a lifetime tour guide. Today, Sarah will talk us through one of the most common mid-term rental questions… is my market a good fit for mid-term rentals? It is our hope that YOU leave this conversation more confident that YOU have the ability to analyze any market no matter your strategy, funds available or the plan.

Sarah goes into SUCH GREAT DETAIL on 6 Important Metrics:

Sarah’s advice for utilizing the stats on www.FurnishedFinder.com/stats.

SARAH’S PREDICTIONS FOR THE MID-TERM RENTAL SPACE

Does Sarah Weaver have another book in the works?!!!!

Sarah’s Listings:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=sarahdweaver

Sarah’s Website:

https://www.sarahdweaver.com/

- Use SARAH for 10% off her mentorship program

- Book a one on one consultation

- Arya Design Services

- Sarah’s $99 furnishing list with links for purchase

…. and more

Sarah’s Epic Real Estate Adventures

https://www.sarahdweaver.com/trips
👉 US Census Bureau Quick Facts⁠

👉 https://datausa.io/

👉 https://www.city-data.com/

👉 https://www.neighborhoodscout.com/

👉 https://fred.stlouisfed.org/

👉 https://www.bestplaces.net/

👉 https://worldpopulationreview.com/is also great. It has lots of data including the population trend, median household income, poverty rate, and median house price 📊

Furnished Finder Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Katie.Hawn

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.

FF60 Empowering Your Kids To Be Real Estate Savvy w/ 12 Year Old Sophia & The Hawn Family Oct 09, 2023

Today, we are redirecting our focus to raising up the next generation of real estate investors. Can you imagine buying your first property in your teens? The Hawn Family in the Nashville, Tennessee area are doing just that. Parents Trevor and Katie Hawn involve their 12 year old daughter Sophia in many aspects of their mid-term rental portfolio. Today we experience the mindset of a young investor and her big dreams in the real estate investing world.
The Hawn Family Listings on Furnished Finder:

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FF59 Dr. Chau’s Method: Cashflow $10-20k/Month in 90 Days with the MTR/Corporate Housing Strategy Oct 02, 2023

Discover the secrets to financial freedom with Dr. Chau, an immigrant who morphed into a multimillionaire through his corporate housing strategy. Buckle up as we delve into his extraordinary journey from pharmacist to 25 arbitrage properties, revealing the strategies that led to his success and his transformation into an inspirational businessman. From his unique arbitrage renting strategy to the importance of location in rental properties, Dr. Chau provides a wealth of knowledge that can help you build your own empire.
Dr. Chau's journey is not only an inspiring one, but it's also loaded with practical tips and insights that can propel anyone towards financial freedom. By unlocking the secrets to creating a successful corporate housing business, he highlights the advantages of mid-term rentals over traditional long-term ones and shares insights into the impact corporate housing has on his business strategy. But it's not all about real estate arbitrage; Dr. Chau also paints a vivid picture of his unique four-hour workweek, showcasing the freedom that comes from a well-structured business.
The episode concludes with a fascinating discussion about Dr. Chau's participation in the Tony Robbins Platinum Program, where he unveils his unique 10X concept. Designed to fast-track financial goals, this concept has proven instrumental in Dr. Chau's success. So, whether you're looking to start your own business, diversify your income stream, or simply interested in the world of real estate, this episode is a must-listen. It's not just about the hustle; it's about strategy, mindset, and achieving financial freedom.
Dr. Chau's listings on Furnished Finder:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Dr.Chau

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FF58 Discover 7 Valuable MTR Tools From The Queen of Automation, Delegation & VAs Sep 28, 2023

How would you like to be privy to the secrets of building a multi-million dollar real estate portfolio? Today, we have the pleasure of hosting Stephanie Cabral, a savvy Connecticut investor, who has amassed an impressive portfolio worth over $3 million. Stephanie will be delving into her journey, providing us with a sneak peek into her world of real estate. She shares her experiences, from her humble beginnings to her foray into the furnished rental market. Stephanie also gives us a glimpse into how she optimizes the use of Furnished Finder to list her properties, a method that has helped her save massively on commissions and booking fees.
Moving onto the operational side of things, we also get an insider’s look into how Stephanie has streamlined her operations to maintain high standards while cutting down on tedious, repetitive tasks. Stephanie generously shares her knowledge about automation and delegation, in particular, her use of a Virtual Assistant (VA). This episode on rental management and team building is packed with valuable tips and strategies that would benefit anyone looking to optimize their operations. Stephanie shares the tools she uses to document best practices and facilitate her VA's understanding of their roles.
The episode wraps up with a conversation about incorporating LLCs into real estate portfolios. Stephanie shares her insights, offering valuable advice to both newcomers and seasoned investors alike. She also gives us a preview of her Lean Landlord guide and a complementary assessment tool to evaluate one's operations. This is not just another episode; it's an opportunity to learn, grow and dominate the real estate market. Don't miss out!
Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Stephanie.Cabral

Stephanie’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

Stephanie’s Mid-Term Rental Tool Box…

The Lean Landlord

www.TheLeanLandlord.com

Free Flow Charts:

https://www.drawio.com/

Free Video Documentation Through Soapbox:

https://wistia.com/soapbox

Virtual Staffing Company:

https://coreassist.com/

Automation Tool:

https://podio.com/

Google Work Space For Business:

https://workspace.google.com/business/small-business/

Automated Messaging & Tenant Communication Tool:

https://www.abodea.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.

FF57 Mastering Out-of-State Mid-Term Rentals: Strategies, Insights and Motivation w/ Alexis King Sep 25, 2023

Ever wondered how you can successfully venture into out-of-state mid-term rentals? Well, we've got the perfect guest for you. Meet Alexis King – a property owner, arbitrage investor, mid-term rental host, and seasoned LinkedIn regional manager – who shares her wisdom on creating a lucrative portfolio scattered across different states. Alexis delves into her strategies, the tools and teams she trusts, and the intense process that made her an ace in the furnished rental game.
Alexis believes in the power of staying organized and keeping things simple. And she’s not just all talk - she shares practical tips from her own journey, like using software and a property manager to streamline operations. She also emphasizes the importance of enhancing guest experiences by personalizing properties and reveals her secret to handling property maintenance challenges. This chat is a treasure trove of insights for anyone aspiring to venture into the monthly furnished rental space or looking to up their game.
It doesn’t stop there; Alexis also shines a light on her experiences with long-term rentals and how she leveraged arbitrage to expand her real estate network. Towards the end, she shares some pearls of wisdom for fellow landlords, reminding us of the essence of proper maintenance and organization in ensuring success. All said and done, this episode is a deep dive into the world of mid-term rental investments, filled with practical advice, experiences, and motivation. Don't miss it!
Alexis Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Alexis_K

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.

FF56 $50k+ A Month w/ Mid-Term Rental Arbitrage in Small to Midsize Cities w/ Christian Bauman Sep 18, 2023

Meet Christian Bauman, a young entrepreneur who's crafted a unique niche in the rental market. At just 21, he began his journey in Buffalo, New York, furnishing properties and doubling rent for a monthly cash flow that’s nothing short of impressive. Tag along as we navigate his distinct strategy of targeting travel nurses in need of affordable, comfortable housing, and delve into his innovative lease agreements.
Christian’s portfolio boasts an impressive 30+ units that generates approximately $50,000/month. We'll explore his journey of managing cash flow and learn how he's refined his property portfolio, focusing mostly on studio and one bedroom apartments. He generously shares his wisdom on how to source furniture locally from Amazon, Target, and local suppliers, along with some secret tips for scoring great deals. Get ready to take notes as we delve into the world of mid-term rental arbitrage with Christian’s innovative and strategic approach.
But there's more to Christian than meets the eye , we'll hear all about his whimsical venture, goat yoga, where these adorable creatures play a starring role. Learn how he's transformed his farm into a fun-filled venue for private events, including birthday parties and yoga classes. And if that weren't intriguing enough, he's also a jujitsu trainee. So, tune in for a fun and informative conversation as we uncover the riveting twists and turns of Christian's entrepreneurial journey.
Christian’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Christian.Bauman

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FF55 Enlightening Property Management Tips For Your Mid-Term Rentals w/ Joan Lebigot Sep 11, 2023

Ever wonder what it takes to maximize your investments in the real estate market? Our guest, Joan Libigo, an experienced landlord and full-service real estate agent based in Arizona, shares her wealth of knowledge on the flourishing midterm rental market. She gives us insider tips on navigating the management side of mid term rentals and clear paths of communication with your tenants. We touch on factors driving the soaring rental prices in Arizona and the fierce competition for housing among traveling nurses, snowbirds, and spring training visitors.
Joan's expertise doesn't stop there. She offers an enlightening perspective on the advantages of hiring a property manager, especially for mid-term rentals. From researching nearby hospitals to choosing the right payment methods for property investment, Joan's tips are invaluable. She even highlights the often-overlooked benefits of paying in cash when purchasing a property versus taking out a mortgage.
Joan's journey is more than just about rentals and property management. She shares her insights on real estate investing strategies and highlights the importance of comprehensive planning, understanding potential risks, and rewards. Joan emphasizes the importance of getting a property inspected before purchase and the necessity of having a backup plan if something goes awry. Tune in to hear her invaluable insights on investing strategies that will inspire both seasoned and aspiring landlords alike. You don't want to miss out.
Joan's Listings on Furnished Finder:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=joanlebigot

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.

FF54 12 Mid-Term Rentals & 83 Long Term Rentals w/ Vanessa Nunez Sep 04, 2023

Are you ready to unravel the secrets of successful property management? Join us for a passionate conversation with Vanessa Nunez, owner-operator of 3D Property Management, who started her real estate journey at the tender age of 15. Today, she gracefully manages a robust portfolio of both long-term and midterm rentals in Fresno, California. Offering her seasoned insights, she gives us a tour of her unique method of evaluating potential rental properties, taking into account aspects such as location, convenience, and even traffic patterns.
We delve into Vanessa's philosophy of creating a comfortable space for tenants. Be it the additional amenities or dealing with nuisances such as bed bugs, she has it all covered. Vanessa shares her wisdom on the importance of clear cut communication in the rental business - from setting expectations with renters to handling repairs or sensitive topics with property owners. The transition from long-term to midterm rentals, the essence of honesty with investors, and the necessity to make quick decisions to circumvent analysis paralysis are just a few facets of the wisdom that Vanessa shares.
In the final piece of the discussion, we explore the nitty-gritties of managing rental logistics. Katie unveils her systematic method of using Excel, Vanessa shares the dry erase board is still a strong option for tracking, while Kelly reveals her modern approach with the Furnished Finder Tenant Tracking system and auto-messaging. With a wealth of actionable tips and insights from this conversation, it's a must-listen for everyone in the rental property industry. So, buckle up and get ready to elevate your rental property management game!
Vanessa’s Listings on Furnished Finder:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=3D*|Property*|Management*|

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.

FF53 40+ Corporate Housing Units But Only 1 Arbitrage Partner w/ Stay Nixon Aug 28, 2023

You won't want to miss this enlightening conversation with Jeremy Nixon, founder of Stay Nixon. Who would have thought that a couple's venture could blossom into an impressive portfolio of 40+ arbitrage-style units in a single apartment complex? This episode will draw back the curtain on their fascinating journey, providing insights into their property acquisition strategies, management techniques, and even their unexpected pandemic success story.
We may have the pleasure of welcoming Jeremy Nixon, but he isn't the only one doling out wisdom. Co-host Katie reveals her secret weapon for ensuring comfortable profit margins - Excel. We delve into the nitty-gritty of property evaluation, lease initiation, and the use of keycheck to streamline rental processes. If you’re aiming to ensure your property is a good fit before making any moves, this episode is going to be a treasure trove of knowledge for you.
The peace and security of apartment units is no joking matter. Learn how Jeremy and his team tackle this issue using noise aware, a game-changing noise monitoring software, and doorbell cameras. As we wrap up the conversation, we’ll extend an invitation to experience the unique services and exceptional hospitality offered by Stay Nixon in San Antonio. So what are you waiting for? Tune in, subscribe, and if you love what you hear, be sure to leave us a five-star review on Apple Podcast or Spotify.
Stay Nixon Listings on Furnished Finder:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Jeremy.Nixon

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.

FF52 From House Hacking to Landscape Lighting: Create A Safe Ambience For Your MTR Guests w/ Jillyan Aug 21, 2023

Light up your real estate knowledge as we sit down with Jillyan MacMorris in our latest episode, an inspiring host in the mid-term rental real estate investment game who’s adding a bright twist to property management through her company, Nightlight Inc. Jillyan walks us through her exciting and innovative journey of house hacking, arbitrage condos, and navigating the midterm rental space. Her enlightening insights will help you see your real estate portfolio in a whole new light!
Jillyan dishes out her secret sauce for maintaining a comfortable environment for tenants, from the clever use of code locks to transforming dining rooms into cozy living areas. Eager to know more about her house rules and couch surfing experiences? Tune in to discover how this property guru manages to create order amid the chaos.
Lastly, we delve into the world of landscape lighting with Jillyan, who shines a light on its crucial role in home security. If you're looking to illuminate both the safety and aesthetic appeal of your property, Jillyan's got some bright ideas for you! We explore different variations of outdoor lighting, how to install bistro lighting for the desired effect, and the pitfalls to avoid. Trust us, you don't want to miss this illuminating episode packed with incredible advice, enlightening conversations, and bright ideas.
Part 1 Jillyan’s house hack & past arbitrage condos
Part 2 Improving Lighting at night for your real estate portfolio
Part 3 How Jillyan has implemented Night Light at her home.

Jillyan's Listings on Furnished Finder:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Jillyan.MacMorris

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.

FF51 Turning Unused Space Into a Profitable Rental: MTR Insights and Tips for Property Investments and Landlord Practices Aug 14, 2023

Imagine turning a little-used room in your home into a successful rental side hustle that generates a consistent income. This is exactly what our guest, Barry and his wife Sharon achieved. Together, they've ingeniously transformed an ordinary storage bedroom into a sought-after rental space for traveling medical professionals. Barry takes us through their journey, from designing a private entrance that ensures privacy for their tenants to the financial benefits they've reaped from this venture. View Barry's listings on Furnished Finder and get a copy of his book, The Downsize Side Hustle.
Barry doesn't just share his story, he also offers some exceptional insights for anyone interested in the property market. By leveraging creativity and innovative solutions, he shows how you can add value to a home and generate a steady cash flow. Notably, he also shares an ingenious business solution for those with limited capital, demonstrating the potential benefits of a high-velocity money system. More so, if you're over 65 and residing in Texas, you'll definitely want to hear about the tax exemptions you might be missing.
The episode concludes with Barry sharing some invaluable landlord tips. Drawing from his experiences of renting to varying tenants, he discloses the importance of conducting credit checks and having insurance as a safety net. Furthermore, he explores the perks of passive investments and closed-end funds, highlighting their tax-efficiency and liquidity. Lastly, we discuss the power of generosity and paying it forward. Loaded with useful information and practical tips, this episode is essential listening for anyone considering downsizing or investing in property.

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.

FF50 What Size is Best For Mid-Term Rentals? w/ Stars of Boston Aug 07, 2023

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.

FF49 Solid ROI From 9 Mid-Term Rentals in 3 Multi-Family Buildings w/ Zosia Madden Jul 31, 2023

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 Laurelless
Portfolio, buy box and exit strategies
Crazy story about purchasing a couple MTR multi-families
Perfect BRRRR opportunity
There’s a market for all kind of MTR properties
Analyzing the value of your MTR
Systems and processes for 1 or 10 properties
You found your income management spreadsheet where?
The design aspect of MTRs to create a beautiful and budget friendly home
What should you supply in your MTR kitchens?
In style remodeling tips for your kitchen
Zosia & Tyler on Bigger Pockets

Zosia’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.

FF48 10 Month Stays & Booked Year Around Using The Mid-Term Rental Strategy w/ Terry Roberts Jul 24, 2023

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/Resources/PMResources

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Andrea.Hendricks

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.

FF47 Your First Mid-Term Rental Can Be Easier Than Expected w/ Nurse Andrea Hendricks Jul 17, 2023

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 nurse
The investment property
Setting up a real estate contract without a realtor
Learning from your mistakes
Buying in a tough market
Who are your renters
The size of the property
Valuable tools for your mid term rentals
How KeyCheck makes your life easier
Round table discussion about KeyCheck Leases
Setting yourself up for 5* reviews
The hospitality side of mid term rentals
Landlording for MTR tenants is easier than you expect
Andrea’s ending advice: Jump in and get started

Andrea’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

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FF46 From Managing 14,000 Commercial Units to Building Her Own MTR Portfolio w/ Jamie Banks Jul 10, 2023

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/Resources/PMResources

www.radiatere.com

Jamie’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Jamie.Banks16

Typeform- https://www.typeform.com

Thryv PMS- https://www.thryv.com/

Baselane- https://www.baselane.com/

Loom- https://www.loom.com/

Canva- https://www.canva.com/

Turno- https://turno.com/

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FF45 Seriously?! 1,000 Furnished Rentals This Year w/ Patriot Family Homes Jul 03, 2023

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/Resources/PMResources

https://www.patriotfamilyhomes.com/

Patriot Family Homes Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Amy.Wigley41

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FF44 Turning LTR or STR Guests Into MTR Guests w/ Yung Wei Jun 26, 2023

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 doors
Yung started his investment journey w/ a 4 plex
Lessons learned about the mid-term rental process
The 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/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.

FF43 Do Single Family Homes Work For Corporate Housing? w/ FreeStand Home Solutions Jun 19, 2023

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/Resources/PMResources

FreeStand Home Solutions Promo Video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5S90SYZMdA&t=59s

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Is ChatGPT An Expert At Mid-Term Rentals? Jun 16, 2023

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...

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FF42 From A Thought To 14 Mid-Term Arbitrage Rentals in 6 Months w/ Dee Coulson Jun 12, 2023

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

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FF41 Do Mid-Term Travelers Like Shared Spaces? w/ Jeff Bower Jun 05, 2023

Today we talk with Jeff Bower in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Jeff has a 4 bedroom farm house he rents by the room exclusively to traveling medical professionals and a 1 bedroom, 1 bath cottage. Jeff owns a contracting business called Bower & Sons specializing in accessory buildings, external home remodeling and barndominiums.

In this episode we cover:

(Points organized in episode order)

Do farmhouses work for room rentals?
Why room rentals vs. renting entire units?
Is it hard to find tenants that rent by the room?
Renting by the room reaches more budgets
Current room renters can be great marketing w/ a little incentive
Do shared bathrooms work out?
Do travelers like shared spaces?
Who’s renting by the room?
Videos of the space is a must for room rentals
On the design side, what’s important for private spaces and shared spaces?

Jeff’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Jeff%20__%20Challis

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.

Furnished Finder Insights From The First Ever Mid-Term Rental Summit Jun 02, 2023

Katie & Kelly provide a solid recap of key thoughts from the May 2023 Mid-Term Rental Summit. The conference was just the right size with 300-400 attendees ranging from brand new to very experienced investors. If you missed this one, don’t worry there will be more! Watch your Furnished Finder emails or www.midtermrentalsummit.com for details on the next summit.
In this bonus episode we cover:

(Points organized in episode order)

Brand new Furnished Finder stats not found anywhere on the website yet!
40 Top Cities on Furnished Finder
10 of The Top Searched Cities on The Furnished Finder Map
Which size unit works best for monthly furnished rentals?
Demand by lead time is much shorter than you expect
Why pet friendly is a valuable feature on Furnished Finder
KeyCheck, Furnished Finder’s business tools for mid term rental hosts
Check these conference tips before your next event!

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FF40 Reaching Remote Workers w/ Author & MTR Consultant, Erin Spradlin May 29, 2023

In today’s episode, we travel to Denver, CO to talk with Erin Spradlin Co-Owner of Erin & James Real Estate. Erin is a real estate professional, consultant and author. Erin loves to educate others on real estate topics, but especially the mid-term rental model. Today we will dive into her first book, American Nomads, and focus on the growing population of remote workers and who they are. You can follow her channel on YouTube by searching Erin & James Real Estate.
Erin’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=erin.spradlin

American Nomads: Finding and Renting to Remote Workers

https://a.co/d/bOQ042J

Erin's Guide to Midterm Rentals: Attract traveling nurses, remote workers and anyone that needs a 30+ day furnished rental with checklists and tips on medium-term rentals

https://a.co/d/3fEzT3L

Erin’s YouTube Channel:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGOi6_g7e4lYbEey8NK-7vw

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FF39 Will Larger, Higher Priced Properties Work On Furnished Finder? w/ Tammy Barnes May 22, 2023

Tammy Barnes has a w2 job, is a wife and mother of one rambunctious toddler and manages a couple mid-term furnished rentals in her spare time primarily for insurance-related claims. While this sounds like a sweet, simple story, she will address many of your concerns today about larger, higher priced homes as her 3 MTRs range between $7,500-$12,500/month.

Tammy’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=tamarra.barnes

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FF38 Out of State Arbitrage Mid-Term Rentals w/ Furnished Finder Marketing Director, Katie Lyon May 15, 2023

Don’t miss today’s episode which is part 2 with our very own, Katie Lyon, Marketing Director of Furnished Finder & mid-term rental host. We will talk with Katie about her personal MTR journey with out of state investing in Florida & Iowa. Katie shares her insights on why investing out of state works for her and why she prefers condos and apartments. She also offers advice on working with designers and setting up a new unit.
Katie Lyon’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=katie.lyon8

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FF37 Improve Your Listing Placement on Furnished Finder w/ Marketing Director, Katie Lyon May 08, 2023

Don’t miss today’s episode with our very own, Katie Lyon, Marketing Director of Furnished Finder & mid-term rental host. Katie has an impeccable eye for design and tips to make your listing stand out on Furnished Finder. In the first half of this episode we will address your tough questions like is there a best size MTR, do higher rental rates work on Furnished Finder and many more. In the 2nd portion, we will talk with Katie about her personal MTR journey with out of state investing in Florida & Iowa.
In this episode we cover:

(Points organized in episode order)

Marketing is an art not a science
Should you put your phone # and email on social media?
Consumers like instruction
How can a landlord make their listing stand out?
How can you improve your listing placement?
Is my property a good fit for the mid-term rental strategy?
Need to know facts about the Housing Request/ Tenant Lead process
How Furnished Finder helps your direct booking initiative
Why no booking fees and how does Furnished Finder make money?
Who are the founders of Furnished Finder?

Katie Lyon’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=katie.lyon8

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.

FF36 Why iStay Atlanta Prefers Large Single Family Homes For Corporate Housing May 01, 2023

Today we talk with the founders of iStayAtlanta.com, Ibrahim Noohu & Nahid Ibrahim. iStay Atlanta specializes in corporate housing, is the largest owner of independent furnished houses in the area and a leader in providing mid-term luxury furnished temporary housing. Their portfolio includes mostly 3 or 4 bedroom homes at higher prices in 5 different areas of Atlanta, all with at least a 30 day minimum stay, some 90 days.

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

https://www.istayatlanta.com/

Ibrahim & Nahid’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Nahid.Ibrahim

Corporate Housing Monthly Meet Up on Linked In:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89940974439?pwd=bCtDUStKd1BXMlRNV1ptcUJzZi8xQT09

Kelly’s Recommended Podcast Episode For Analyzing an HOA:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hoa-coach/id1493683709?i=1000465633628

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FF35 MTR Saturation Tips, Avoiding Scams, Bed Bugs, Shared Yards & Insurance Tips w/ Theresa Barton Apr 24, 2023

Today we talk with Theresa Barton in Longwood, Florida, which is just a little north of Orlando. Theresa lost her son in 2016 and found home remodeling to be a very therapeutic process leading to improved financial and emotional health. This is Theresa’s 4th or 5th year as a Furnished Finder host and she has many great landlording tips to share with us today.

5 ways a landlord can convince a traveler they are not a scammer
Ways you can expand your reach in a saturated market
Choosing the right insurance for your property
Bed bug prevention
Mattress buying tips
Decorating to attract your desired tenant
Connecting with insurance companies
Marketing new furnished mid-term rental properties

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

Theresa’s Furnished Finder Listings:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=theresa.barton15

Proper Insurance:

https://www.proper.insure/proper-insurance-reviews/

Theresa’s Bedbug & Water Proof Mattress Encasement:

https://a.co/d/8MkFiPY

https://a.co/d/j8xbNli

Theresa’s Bug Night Light

https://a.co/d/dV3ARZk

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FF34 Revolutionizing Real Estate Lending: Fund That Flip's Innovative Solutions Apr 17, 2023

Today we travel to Cleveland, Ohio, and talk with Brendan Bennett, VP of Revenue for Fund That Flip. His personal portfolio includes 19 units in total, 17 long term rentals and 2 mid term rentals. I am excited for today’s episode as I believe we all get stuck in the mindset of traditional lending which limits our buy power. Brendan will give us some tangible ways we can grow our portfolio even if we don’t have the funds for it. If you are an MTR host that is open to value add renovations, then this is the episode for you. (Jump to 26.15 minutes for MTR conversation)

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

https://www.fundthatflip.com/

Brendan’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Brendan.Bennett

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FF33 Is Your Area Suitable For Mid-Term Rentals w/ MTR Coach Al Williamson Apr 10, 2023

Today we have the man himself, Al Williamson, also known as the Leading Landlord. Al trains others on innovative ways landlords can create new income streams, reduce expenses, and grow their equity. Owning real estate is proven to be one of the best strategies for generating passive income, and Leading Landlord seeks to address the best practices for doing so. Al offers master classes, a YouTube channel, has 23 listings on Furnished Finder and has authored at least 3 books on this topic. You can connect with Al on his website, www.LandlordScientist.com.

Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

Al Williamson’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Al_Williamson

Al Williamson’s YouTube Channel:

https://www.youtube.com/@alwilliamson-leadinglandlord

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FF32 All In On Furnished Finder Mid-Term Rentals w/ Landlord Diaries Host, Kelly Bailey Apr 03, 2023

Today we get to know our host Kelly Bailey on a deeper level and her husband David Bailey. Kelly & Dave have explored a variety of investment strategies including multi-family and single family homes at the long term and mid-term level. Their current portfolio is all MTRs.

Website Links:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/
https://www.keycheck.com/
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/stats
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources
Kelly & Dave’s Listings on Furnished Finder:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Kelly*|B.
Cash Flow Board Game: https://store.richdad.com/collections/board-games
American Home Shield Home Warranty:
https://refer.ahsfriends.com/s/dbailey
Kelly's Product Blogs on KeyCheck:
https://www.keycheck.com/Home/Blog

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FF31 Becoming The First Mid-Term Rental In Your Area w/ The Spann’s Mar 27, 2023

Today we travel to Mayberry for all you Andy Griffith Show fans. Jimmie & Patricia Spann were the first mid-term rental in this area and now have 5 mid-term rentals in Mount Airy, NC which is Andy Griffith's childhood home and the inspiration for Mayberry. Jimmie & Patricia also have 3 homes in California and one apartment they rent as a mid-term rental. Some of their additional income streams include a carpet cleaning business and interior design business.

In this episode we cover:

(Points organized in episode order)

California & North Carolina Portfolio
Navigating real estate crashes
Long term to mid term transition
The feel of Mount Airy, NC aka “Mayberry”
Renting a 3 bedroom on Furnished Finder
Who’s renting in Mount Airy?
Tenant communication & management from across the country
Be a hound dog & a kitten at the same time
Furnished Finder House Rules is quick and efficient communication
Pre-season checks provide peace of mind
In emergencies, think quick, communicate right away and provide solutions
Savvy systems and upgrades
Jimmie’s got a great tip for organizing the keys for all your rentals
Starting a medium-term rental in a new city with limited to no MTR data
How are your mid-term rentals doing?
Running business with your spouse or a partner

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Website Links:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/property-owners

Jimmie & Patricia’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=James.and.Patricia.Spann

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FF30 Mid-Term Rentals in Vacation Destinations- The Gulf Coast Episode w/ Doc Cindy Mar 20, 2023

Cynthia Tant is the broker/owner of Gulf Coast Home Experts, Gulf Coast Real Estate Management and Gulf Coast BnB Rentals. Cynthia is also a best selling author in the book "The Ultimate Guide to Selling Your Home - How the Nation's Top Agents Break Records". Her bonus chapter is about how to make vacation rentals work. Cynthia offers a “one-stop shop” client experience. If you’d like to connect with Cynthia, her website is www.gulfcoastbnbrentals.com.

Doc Cindy's Listings on Furnished Finder:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=gcbnbrentals

The Ultimate Guide to Selling Your Home:
How the Nation's Top Agents Break Records
https://a.co/d/7UdMIL7

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FF29 Building An ADU For MTR Use & 50+ Furnished Sober Living Beds w/ Devana & Reid Mar 17, 2023

Today we talk with Devana Came and Reid Stadelman. Devana and Reid are new to Furnished Finder, but they are not new to hosting. Devana was inspired to start “The House of Courage” sober living homes when she lost someone very special to her in the fight with addiction. Devana and Reid have a unique investment strategy managing around 50 beds in their sober living homes and have added four more rooms with the mid-term rental strategy in mind. Today’s episode will focus on the process they took to design a 4 bedroom mid-term rental ADU in their backyard. Check out their room rentals on Furnished Finder: https://www.furnishedfinder.com/property/464470_1

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.

FF28 Simplify Your Mid-Term Rental Process w/ YouTube Educator Ms. Kellie Michele Mar 06, 2023

Today we have Ms. Kellie Michele with us from St. Louis, Missouri. She is on fire! Kellie’s YouTube channel has over 2,500 subscribers and her content is all about mid-term rentals. Kellie started real estate investing in 2005, got hooked on the property management side of things with her first STR in 2018 and has since converted all her vacation rentals into mid-term and corporate housing rentals for traveling professionals. Kellie currently manages a portfolio of 15 mid-term rentals.
Ms. Kellie's Listings on Furnished Finder: https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Kellie%20R.
Ms. Kellie's YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/@MsKellieMichele
Pricing Videos:
https://youtu.be/4WYzps5dRBs
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/stats

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FF27 4 Bedroom House Hack Renting Furnished By The Room w/ Pharmacist Eric Chiang Feb 27, 2023

Today we talk with Eric Chiang, pharmacist and real estate investor. Eric has two properties currently, a duplex that he rents out long term and a 4 bedroom house hack he rents furnished by the room. Check out Eric’s listings on Furnished Finder: https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=TMEC.Management

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.

FF26 Nurse Contracts, Cancellations & Hosting Tips From Your Nurse in Realty Feb 20, 2023

Today we talk with Angie Tonini-Rogers, a Louiseville, Kentucky, native. Angie has expertise and a heart for real estate, coaching and nursing. She buys condos, houses & duplexes in any condition that she can turn into safe housing for traveling nurses coming to serve her community. We will focus this episode on understanding the life of a medical professional so we can all be better landlords to our traveling medical community. If you’d like to connect with Angie or join her community, you will find everything you need on her website: www.angietoninirogersrealty.com. You can also check out Angie's properties on Furnished Finder here: https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Angie.ToniniRogers.

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.

FF25 Grossing $350K Annually on Short/Mid-Term Rentals In Just 2 Yrs! w/ Musician Gabe Kubanda Feb 13, 2023

With us today is Gabe Kubanda, musician and investor. We all know musicians had it tough during COVID, but Gabe rose to the challenge and has grown from 1 to 11 rentals in the span of 2 years. He grossed $50k the first year and over $350k this year. Gabe prefers mid-term rentals and has built most of his portfolio within walking distance to hospitals and medical facilities. Gabe also provides a fleet of rental cars for his travelers as well. If you’d like to connect with Gabe, his website is www.kubandaproperties.com/. Stay tuned for a private show from Gabe at the end!

Gabe’s Listing on Furnished Finder:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=gabe.kubanda
Listen to Gabe’s Music on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@GabeKubanda

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.

FF24 Easy Ways To Try The MTR Strategy, Escrow Talk, 100+ Doors & More w/ RE Guru Justen Brown Feb 06, 2023

We have Justen Brown with us today from the San Diego area. Justen is an avid real estate investor, family man, fisherman and co-founder of Alliance Escrow for California investors. Justen has a large real estate portfolio and pursues a variety of strategies including furnished mid-term rentals.
Justen’s Listing on Furnished Finder:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=justenbrown
Alliance Escrow:
https://www.allianceescrowinc.com/

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MTR Summit 2023- San Diego Beachfront- Secure Your Ticket Now Jan 30, 2023

Are you ready to up your game as a mid-term investor? Furnished Finder is proud to be a partner of the first ever Mid-Term Rental Summit! At this private, in-person event, you will learn actionable strategies to grow your mid-term portfolio, network with other mid-term rental professionals and hear from industry leaders including Jesse Vasquez, Sarah Weaver, Zeona McIntyre, and Furnished Finder CEO Brian Payne. SECURE YOUR TICKET NOW...https://midtermrentalsummit.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.

FF23 Building a Business & Brand in Corporate Housing w/ HESTiA Jan 23, 2023

On today’s episode, we talk with Vivian Yip about her corporate rental business in the Austin, Texas area. We will focus on how Vivian has built a business and brand with her furnished rentals. If you’d like to connect with Vivian, go to her website, www.corporaterentalsaustin.com.
Vivian’s Furnished Finder Listings:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=vivian.yip
Vivian’s Link Tree:
https://linktr.ee/vivianyip

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.

FF22 Designing Your MTR Space w/ Hosts of “The Banana Bungalow” Jan 16, 2023

Today we hear from Scott & Jeanalin Rehm, hosts of “The Banana Bungalow”, a 312 sq ft casita attached to their home in Las Vegas. They are new to the MTR game and already making huge waves with their unique, colorful casita that was scooped up within one day of listing. Scott has a background in travel nursing while Jeanalin dropped her 9-5 to focus on their different business endeavors. The Banana Bungalow: https://www.furnishedfinder.com/property/446167

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.

FF21 10 Steps To Jump Start Your Next Real Estate Investment w/ WIIRE Jan 09, 2023

Today we get to hear from two midwest ladies that specialize in educating other investors through their real estate journey. Join Amelia McGee and Grace Gudenkauf as we focus today’s episode on the 10 steps to getting started or continuing in real estate. If you would like to connect with these ladies you can follow them on Instagram by searching WIIRE.community. They have so many great handouts on their link tree, such as “ Three steps to launch your MTR and double cash flow.”
Website Links:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/
https://www.keycheck.com/
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/stats
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/property-owners
https://www.womeninvestinrealestate.com/
Grace’s MTR Listings:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=grace.gudenkauf
Amelia’s MTR Listings:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=amelia.mcgee
WIIRE Link Tree:
https://linktr.ee/wiire

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FF20 Mid-Term Rentals in Ski Towns Part 2 w/ Raney Kilgore Jan 02, 2023

Welcome to part two of our vacation destination focus highlighting a few great spots for this upcoming ski season. Raney Kilgore is a mid-term/ short-term host in Keystone, Colorado that I have the privilege to call my landlord for this season. I cannot say enough about Raney or her adorable cabin that is a short 5-10 minute walk to the lifts and a variety of restaurants. We have found great hiking trails right from the front door and enjoyed the short walk to Keystone for a couple hours of great exercise on the slopes.
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Raney

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FF19 $50M in Real Estate Transactions w/ the Flipping Flanagans Dec 26, 2022

Today on the show we have Brad & Jamie Flanagan, Brad is a real estate professional focused on finance, Jamie is CEO of Big Picture Real Estate Group and together they make the Flipping Flanagans. Their focus is helping entrepreneurs, investors and real estate professionals elevate their wealth and create financial freedom. You can follow them on their podcast, Financial Freedom w/ the Flipping Flanagans or honestly just google their names and you will find a wealth of links to click on.
Brad & Jamie’s Mid-Term Listings:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Jamie.Flanagan

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FF18 Mid-Term Rentals in Ski Towns Part 1 w/ Ed Clancy Dec 19, 2022

In today’s episode, we are putting a new spin on things to highlight a vacation destination spot for this upcoming ski season. Ed Clancy is a mid-term/ short-term host in Park City, Utah. His luxurious condo is sure to please with endless amenities, local favorites at your doorstep and one of Park City’s ski lifts right out the front door.
Websites:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/
https://www.keycheck.com/
https://www.FurnishedFinder.com/stats
Ed’s Listings:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Ed.Clancy
Ed’s Non-Profit- Pedal Ahead
http://pedalaheadsd.org/

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FF17 Better Your Community Through Real Estate w/ RB Dec 12, 2022

RB is a realtor, investor & property manager in New York. RB pursued her first multi-family real estate investment at 23 years old and had a hard time locking one in so she got creative and purchased a single family instead and converted it into a multi-family. She has a variety of multi-families in Queens, Long Island, Upstate New York and the Bronx. RB has a heart for the inner-city communities of New York and loves coaching others that real estate is possible for everyone. You can connect with RB on her website, https://rbtherealtor.com.
Websites Links:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/
https://www.keycheck.com/
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/stats
https://rbtherealtor.com
RB’s Mid-Term Listings:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Angel142

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FF16 Mastering the 30-Day Stay with Bigger Pockets Author, Sarah Weaver Dec 05, 2022

We have Sarah Weaver with us today who is the co-author of a new book called “30-Day Stay”. We heard from Zeona already on the first half of the book and will be talking with Sarah today about the second half of the book. We at Furnished Finder are extremely excited about this book release as it’s all about mastering the medium-term rental and both ladies are Furnished Finder hosts. Sarah is a woman of many talents as an investor, speaker, author and real estate consultant. Sarah leads world wide group events for investors and offers one on one consulting sessions. If you don’t know where to start when it comes to furnishing your mid-term rental then check out Sarah’s company, Arya Design Services to help you launch your 5* furnished rental business. You can find the book for sale and connect with Sarah on her website, www.sarahdweaver.com.
Website Links:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/stats
https://www.keycheck.com
Sarah’s Mid-Term Listings:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=sarahdweaver
Arya Design Services & $99 Furnishings List:
https://www.sarahdweaver.com/arya
Order 30-Day Stay Here:
https://www.sarahdweaver.com

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FF15 Mastering Mid-Term Rentals: Insights from Bigger Pockets Author, Zeona McIntyre Nov 28, 2022

We have Zeona McIntyre with us today who is the co-author of a new book called “30-Day Stay”. We at Furnished Finder are extremely excited about this book release as it’s all about mastering the medium-term rental and both ladies are Furnished Finder hosts. Zeona is a real estate investor since 2012, co-host of the Invest2FI podcast, personally owns 12 properties (and counting) and is an investor friendly agent as discussed in the book. This will be a two part series as we talk with Zeona about the first half of the book and co-author Sarah about the second half. You can find the book for sale and connect with Zeona on her website, www.zeonamcintyre.com.
Website Links:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/stats
https://www.keycheck.com
https://www.zeonamcintyre.com/
Zeona’s Mid-Term Listings:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=zeona.mcintyre
Order 30-Day Stay Here:
https://www.zeonamcintyre.com/

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FF14 Intrigued By Room Rentals? Listen To Jane’s Story Nov 21, 2022

Today’s episode will be a heartwarming interaction with Furnished Finder host Jane Foy who lives in Charlottesville, VA. Jane’s career was in morning radio for over 40 years and she has recently started renting out her master bedroom on Furnished Finder after checking her husband into a dementia care facility. Jane has written an inspiring book within the last few years called "The A-Z Guide for Primary Caregivers of Dementia Patients".
Jane’s Mid-Term Rental Listings:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=FOY
Website Links:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/stats
https://www.keycheck.com
https://atozdementiacare.com/

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FF13 Managing 60+ Units On Furnished Finder w/ Robert Nunez Nov 14, 2022

Robert Nunez has 60+ listings on Furnished Finder and is the President/Founder of Co Host Expert Company, a premiere management company for Corporate & Short Term Rentals that provide "Real Peace of Mind Passive Income" for property owners nationwide. Robert has a passion for systems, automation, ease of accessibility and growth which in some conversions has produced up to 40% higher revenue after applying his system. If you would like to connect with Robert’s team, go to cohostexpert.com.
Robert’s Mid-Term Listings:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=robert.nunez

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FF12 20+ Mid Term Rentals, Financial Independence & Growth Through Syndications w/ Tammy Richey Nov 07, 2022

Today’s episode is set in Ohio with Tammy Richey, Visionary & CEO of Lucid Management. Tammy went from flipping homes full time with her husband about 6 years ago to now managing 100 doors, around 20 of those are mid-term, 36 of which Tammy owns and 64 under a real estate syndication. Tammy has a heart for giving back and is working towards funding a philanthropic arm of the company to help those in need.
Tammy’s Mid-Term Listings:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Tammy.Richey

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FF11 Why A Duplex is A Great Option For Mid-Term Rentals w/ Bob Wohlstrom Oct 31, 2022

We’ve got a fun episode with another Tucson, Arizona host. Bob Wohlstrom has been with Furnished Finder 3 years now and rents out ½ of his duplex while living on the other side. Bob has practiced construction most of his life and has 20+ years of experience in property management.
Bob's Mid-Term Listings
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Robert.Wohlstrom

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FF10 Mid-Term Travelers Love Tiny Living with Cheryl Smith Oct 24, 2022

Today we get a glimpse of Tiny Living at its best! Cheryl Smith is CEO and Founder of Beyond Tiny, a company that helps others design their dream tiny houses. She has tiny homes, RVs & vintage trailers available on Furnished Finder that nurses rave about. If you’d like to connect with Cheryl go to www.BeyondTiny.com.
In this episode we cover:
How to make your tiny living spot self sufficient
Cheryl’s upgraded entertainment package
The value of tying in directly to septic or city plumbing
Marketing her tiny houses on Furnished Finder
Costs for setting up your tiny space
Why Cheryl chose mid-term rentals
Say yes to the shut off valve every time
Space matters
Great tenants on Furnished Finder
Help your travelers feel like their on vacation
Mid-term ROI for tiny living
Websites
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/
https://www.keycheck.com/
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/stats
Cheryl's Mid Term Listings
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/membe...
Cheryl’s Favorite Amazon Products…
ZenStyle Portable Washer Compact Twin Tub 9.9 LB Mini Top Load Washing Machine Washer/Spinner w/ 6.57 FT Inlet Hose https://a.co/d/1yXKv8C
COMFEE' Portable Washing Machine, 0.9 cu.ft Compact Washer With LED Display, 5 Wash Cycles, 2 Built-in Rollers, Space Saving Full-Automatic Washer, Ideal Laundry for RV, Dorm, Apartment, Magnetic Gray https://a.co/d/hj9Ln2i
Jolitac Adjustable Retractable Clothesline Stainless Steel Rope 13.8 Feet ABS Case Pull Head Wall Mount Hotel Style Arc Clothes Dryer

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FF9 Furnished Finder House Hacks Can Fund Your Passions w/Jen Trujillo Oct 17, 2022

Today’s guest, Jen Trujillo, is actually recording with us from her house boat located on Orcas Island in Washington State. As a bookkeeper, musician and property host on Furnished Finder, Jen is spending her summer on Orcas Island and pops in and out of her North Seattle home. As an adu, house hacking specialist we are looking forward to diving into Jen’s specialties on this episode.
In this episode we cover:

ADU & house hacking defined
Jen’s DIY house hacking conversion
Cost of conversion
Why Jen likes mid-term furnished rentals best
Why mid-term rentals provide a lot of freedom for property owners
Jen’s financial objectives
Home equity line of credit for remodels
Seattle cracking down on STR regulations making the market ripe for mid-term
The ease of using Law Depot leases through KeyCheck, only $29/yr
What Jen likes most about Furnished Finder

Websites:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/
https://www.keycheck.com/
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/stats
Jen's Mid-Term Listings:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/membe...

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FF8 Creative Lending, Garage Conversions & Mid-Term Success w/ Isaac Sanchez Oct 10, 2022

Today’s guest, Isaac Sanchez, is with us from Bay Area, California. Isaac owns BayCal Capital and has 12 years of experience in the buying, selling and lending aspects of the real estate business. We will discuss creative lending options for mid-term rentals and Isaac’s personal real estate portfolio. He has 6 rentals on Furnished Finder currently with a great strategy in mind of buying homes with detached garages he can convert into adu’s. If you would like to connect with Isaac, his website is https://baycalcapital.com.
In this episode we cover:

Creative lending options
Mid-term refinancing options
Your equity working for you
Garage conversion talk
Why converting a garage is a smart choice
Isaac’s cash flow per property
The value of a property video for mid-terms
Providing professional photos and layout of property can set your property apart
Check pricing & comps on Furnished Finder
Why to screen your tenant every time

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FF7 From Traveling 20 States to Super Host Status w/ Sasha Reyes Sep 29, 2022

Sasha & Jesse Reyes have a Furnished Finder rental in Winterhaven, Florida and a 2nd rental in South Carolina. She is a new superstar on Furnished Finder and an Airbnb superhost. Sasha has a unique story to tell from growing up in a traveling medical family to now hosting similar guests on Furnished Finder.

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FF6 House Hacking, House Fires & The Right Insurance w/ Liz Howe Sep 22, 2022

In today’s episode, we jump to the Northeast with our guest, Liz Howe, of Saratoga Springs, NY. Liz is an artist and house hacking enthusiast who purchased an 1890s victorian style home in 2003. She has since transformed the property into 8 individual units under 1 address. Liz has chosen to pursue a combination of long-term, mid-term and short-term style property management.

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FF5 Home Sharing w/ Kids, Holistic Hosting & Backyard ADUs with Amanda Coleman Sep 12, 2022

Amanda Coleman has mastered the art of maximizing revenue from a property by renting to guests who share her home, and building an ADU in their backyard.
Listen in as we learn how she is constantly adding value and navigating the waters of shared spaces.

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FF4 How To Be A Superior Mid-Term Rental Host w/ Jill Hofer Aug 30, 2022

Jill is a jeweler, writer and property owner with 3 lovely homes on Furnished Finder and around 7 long term units as well. She has a unique way of combining both talents by creating a special piece of jewelry that she presents her guests during their stay. Such a thoughtful gesture that is surely backed by her outstanding 5-star reviews on FF. Jill became a landlord in 2004 when she and her partner Brad bought a second home and turned their first home into a residential rental.
Check out Jill's listings on Furnished Finder:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Jill.Hofer

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FF3 How MTR Coach Jesse Vasquez Connects w/ Medical Staffing Agencies To Maximize Profit Aug 08, 2022

Let’s welcome our special guest, Jesse Vasquez, who is the founder of AirVenture Hosting Co, a comprehensive solution to all of your short-term rental property management and hosting needs. AirVenture offers start to finish buying to help investors locate the best high yield property anywhere in the US, using up to date data analytics. Jesse also hosts a masterclass training to teach landlords how to maximize mid-term rental contracts for the medical rental market. Jesse has 11 personal rentals and manages over 30 throughout the US.
Check out Jesse's listings on Furnished Finder: https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=jesse.vasquez

Episode Links

www.furnishedfinder.com

www.keycheck.com

www.airventurehosting.com

www.turo.com

www.airdna.com

www.mashvisor.com

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources