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The Short-Term Shop

Smoky Mountains Podcast

The Complete Guide to Investing in Short Term Rental Cabins in the Smoky Mountains

A 10-Episode Series from The Short Term Shop

Are you thinking about buying an Airbnb / short term rental / vacation rental cabin in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, or Sevierville? 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 cabin in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee.

Each episode is packed with actionable insights, real investor stories, and tips from the nation’s leading short term rental agents.

Start Listening: Episode-by-Episode Overview

Episode 1: Why Buy a Cabin in the Smoky Mountains?

Episode 2: What to Buy — Cabins, Amenities & Locations That Work

Episode 3: How Much Money Can a Smoky Mountain Cabin Make?

Episode 4: What It Really Costs to Own a Rental Cabin

Episode 5: How to Build Your Buying Team

Episode 6: How to Finance a Short Term Rental Cabin

Episode 7: How to Buy a Cabin — Contracts, Inspections & Closing

Episode 8: How to Set Up Your Cabin for Guests

Episode 9: How to Price Your Cabin and Manage Your Calendar

Episode 10: How to Manage a Cabin in the Smokies (Remotely)

Why This Series Works

Unlike generic Airbnb advice, this series is 100% focused on the Smoky Mountains 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 cabins in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Sevierville.

Ready to Start Investing in Smoky Mountain Cabins?

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.

👉 Explore Cabins for Sale in the Smokies
📞 Talk to a Short Term Rental Realtor
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