KarWell Chronicles
The KarWells are Short Term Rental investors, hosts, & designers who started expanding their Airbnb portfolio in early 2020! Throughout this journey they have learned many lessons, good and bad, and want to share that experience. Come along as they dive into all things Airbnb, passive income, investing, and being in business with your best friend!
KarWell Chronicles
The Best Strategies for Managing Contractors and Renovation Projects
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Welcome back to the KarWell Chronicles! In this episode, Sarah and Emily reunite after a busy month apart and dive right into the drama (and hilarity) of life, renovations, Airbnb investing, and navigating the chaos of contractors. From infuriating plumbers and quirky electricians to neighborly "breaking and entering," you won't believe the stories behind the latest lake project and Newaygo flip.
Plus, we share the thrilling results of our latest appraisal (spoiler: record-breaking numbers!), tough lessons learned with building teams, why design matters more than you think, and discuss the shifting landscape of Airbnb real estate. If you're interested in behind-the-scenes real estate, female entrepreneurship, and real talk about work, family, and friendship—you can't miss this episode!
Don’t forget: Our Cape Cod retreat is coming up soon, and spots are filling fast! Tune in for all the juicy updates and info on how to grab your spot before our special room rate expires.
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👀 WATCH FOR:
Outrageous contractor complaints and how we handle them
The hilarious saga of Keith the Electrician
Serious appraisal wins (despite the naysayers)
Unfiltered talk about healthcare, insurance, and advocating for your family
What’s going on in the Airbnb investment world right now
⏰ HIGHLIGHTED MOMENTS & TIME CODES:
00:05:43 — Off-Center Showers, Type A Renovator Problems, and Parental Home Upgrades
00:16:01 — Breaking the Appraisal Ceiling: Our Airbnb Surpasses All Expectations
00:24:15 — Is the Airbnb Seller’s Market Flipping? New Trends in Short-Term Rentals
00:33:32 — Lake House Neighbors Casually Break In… and Admit It
00:50:10 — Keith the Electrician’s “It’s a Bad Day, Not a Bad Life” Pep Talk
💬 QUESTION FOR YOU: Have you ever had a wild experience with a contractor or renovation project? Drop your craziest story in the comments!
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Hosted by Emily Karnaz & Sarah Glidewell // The KarWells
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