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The Short-Term Shop

Gulf Shores Podcast

The Complete Guide to Investing in Short Term Rentals in the Gulf Shores

A 10-Episode Series from The Short Term Shop

Are you thinking about buying an Airbnb, short-term rental, or vacation rental home in Gulf Shores or Orange Beach? We’ve got you covered from the why, to the how, to everything in between.

This 10-part podcast series by The Short Term Shop walks you through the entire process of buying, financing, setting up, managing, and optimizing a short-term rental property along Alabama’s Gulf Coast.

Each episode is filled with practical insights, real investor stories, and expert tips from the nation’s leading short-term rental agents. Whether you’re exploring beachfront condos in Gulf Shores or luxury vacation homes in Orange Beach, this series will help you understand how to build a successful investment and operate efficiently in one of the most profitable and scenic vacation rental markets in the South.

Start Listening: Episode-by-Episode Overview

Episode 1: Why You Should Buy a Short Term Rental in Gulf Shores,

Episode 2: What type of property to buy

Episode 3: How Much Do Short Term Rentals Make in Gulf Shores?

Episode 4: How Much Does It Cost to Run an Airbnb in Gulf Shores?

Episode 5: How to Build Your Buying Team

Episode 6: How to Finance a Short Term Rental?

Episode 7: The Contract Process

Episode 8: Furnishing & Decorating Your Gulf Shores Vacation Rental

Episode 9: How to Self Manage Your Airbnb in the Gulf Shores

Episode 10: How to Price Your Airbnb in Alabama to Maximize Revenue

Why This Series Works

Unlike generic Airbnb advice, this series is 100% focused on the Gulf Shores market — with local insights, data, and strategies that work here.

Whether you’re brand new or scaling a cabin portfolio, this is the definitive guide to investing in Airbnb homes in the Gulf Shores and Orange Beach.

Ready to Start Investing in Gulf Shores Property?

The Short Term Shop is the #1 real estate team for short term rental investors. We help buyers:

✅ Find income-producing cabins
✅ Understand the numbers
✅ Get connected with local lenders, vendors & cleaners
✅ Self-manage from anywhere in the U.S.

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📞 Talk to a Short Term Rental Realtor
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