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It’s no secret that mortgage rates have been a hindering factor the past 3 years when it comes to Airbnb and real estate investing. With the economy slowing and an election coming up, what can short term rental investors expect?

As Cassidy climbed the corporate ladder, driven by the ambition to become an executive and run the company, he found himself increasingly burnt out. Despite his relentless pursuit of success, the energy and passion that initially fueled him began to wane. The executives around him, who he once saw as sources of inspiration, no longer sparked the same excitement. The reality of their intense workload, all focused on the company’s interests, was disheartening. Cassidy had hoped that reaching a high level would bring a sense of fulfillment or a shift in perspective, but instead, he found himself disillusioned. The more he advanced, the more he realized that the change he was seeking wasn’t in the position but in his approach to work and life. This realization eventually led him to reevaluate his path and, ultimately, to leave his corporate job in search of something more meaningful.

CPA Ryan Bakke shares his experience defending and winning an IRS audit on the short term rental tax loophole. Ryan emphasized the importance of having a CPA who specializes in real estate and short term rental investing, and how tracking hours for material participation is key to defending an audit on the short term rental loophole.

How To Survive A Short Term Rental Loophole IRS Audit

In this episode, Avery interviews Jen Dickson, a repeat Short Term Shop client and seasoned short term rental investor who built a wildly profitable Airbnb business, and reached financial independence, in just a few years. Jen emphasizes her approach in choosing to buy real estate in vacation markets where her family likes to go, and how she was able to build her rental property portfolio during Covid. See Jen’s property walk through here:

How She Built a $555k/year Short Term Rental Empire

This California mom makes $109,000 a year on Airbnb with this Smoky Mountain short term rental. Want to be a successful investor like our client Jen? Email ag****@**************op.com to get started!

Inside a $660,000 Tennessee Cabin Generating $109k/Year

Avery Carl, BiggerPockets best selling author, interviews Adam, a former scout for the New York Yankees, shares his unconventional journey into real estate, starting from a background in baseball, and eventually transitioning to sales to gain back time and financial stability. Avery and Adam delve into the challenges of finding deals, especially in untapped markets, and the importance of having multiple exit strategies. They also talked about the significance of networking and building genuine relationships in the real estate industry.

Have you ever wanted to form a real estate investing partnership? How about taking it a step further and starting up a syndication? Today’s guest, Bethany LaFlam, is a sought after securities attorney that will help to shed some light on properly navigating real estate investing partnerships and syndications.

In this feature, Lauren Cecil shares her passion for Texas and the slice of heaven she calls Rio Bravo Ranch. Nestled close to Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park, Rio Bravo Ranch offers a unique campground experience, Jeep adventures, and more. Learn about Lauren’s journey managing multiple ventures, from her family’s ranch to their recent projects, all while embracing the rugged beauty of West Texas.
Creating Unique Guest Experiences in Remote Locations with Lauren Cecil

In this episode of The Shortterm Show, we sit down with Jayla Ceciliano, the CEO and founder of Atlas Vacations and host of the Seed Money podcast. Jayla shares her exciting journey, including her memorable experience on Shark Tank (Season 5). Tune in as she reflects on her time on the show, how it shaped her path, and what it’s like leading a successful business today.

In this episode of The Shortterm Show, we chat with Asida and Harad Laen, founders of Asida Interiors, a design firm that focuses on creative projects in the Smokies, Western North Carolina, and Florida Panhandle. They share their journey as investors and their unique approach to design in the short-term rental space. Tune in to hear about their background in architecture, Bollywood set design, and how they blend these experiences to create stunning spaces for STR properties.

Using a Design-Centric Approach to Maximize Profits with Ishita Interiors | The Short Term Show