Hello & Welcome
Being an entrepreneur, and a host is hard! Managing homes, clients, and employees taught me the value of systems. As I am hosting my properties, I’m all about empowering others to make their systems so they can reclaim their time.
At my core, I’m here to meet you where you’re at—whether we’re swapping tips over email, sending reels back and forth, voice texting our wins, or hyping you up as your #1 fan on socials.
I am here for the Simple solutions, strong relationships, and a whole lot of fun—that’s what entrepreneurship and hosting should feel like, and thats what Hello and Welcome is all about! Enjoy the Show!
Episodes
70 episodes
70 - Why This Podcast Is Changing—And What That Means for You
Big changes are happening around here—and they’re all designed to help you scale with confidence.In this episode, Marisa shares the heart behind a major shift in direction and what you can expect moving forward. Whether you’re feeling st...
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69 - $11K in 90 Days Using Influencer Marketing + Social Media
In this episode, Steph breaks down how she brought in over $11,000 in direct bookings in just 90 days using influencer marketing and organic social media. If you're looking to increase visibility, attract direct bookings, and build a brand beyo...
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68 - Building Wealth and Passive Income with Owner Financing
In this episode, we sit down with Keith Rodgers, a seasoned real estate investor with over 25 years of experience and more than 3,000 real estate transactions under his belt. Keith breaks down the fundamentals of creative financing, with a deep...
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67 - Pretty Only Pays With a Plan - with Courtney Petrovich
Designer Courtney shares how she transformed a dull beach house into a high-performing short-term rental. She shows that beautiful spaces alone aren’t enough—long-term revenue management and strategy are essential.Data + Design = Real Re...
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66 - "Hospital" and "Hospitality" with Jilayne Smith
In this episode, I sit down with Jilayne Smith, a full-time medical professional and mom of two who somehow found the time (and courage) to launch a short-term rental brand rooted in intention, warmth, and clarity. That vision became a safe spa...
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65 - Short-Term Rentals in Small Towns with Kellie Frost
In this empowering episode, we sit down with Kellie Frost, a wife, mom of three, and short-term rental entrepreneur based in small-town southern Utah. Kellie shares how she transformed a hoarded, 6,000-square-foot fixer-upper into a cash-flowin...
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64 - Partnerships, Patience, and Profit with Zach Arko
In this episode, Zach joins us to pull back the curtain on what it really looks like to work with investors and build successful partnerships.We talk about the heavy responsibility that comes with taking someone else’s money — a...
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63 - Age 63 and Just Getting Started - Anne Carr’s Co-hosting Journey
In this heartwarming and inspiring episode, we sit down with Anne Carr, a visionary co-host and short-term rental owner based in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. At 63, Anne isn’t slowing down—she’s just getting started. With a deep love for ...
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62 - Data-Driven Design with Revedy Refined
In this episode, we sit down with Josh Peterson, Director of Business Development at Revedy Refined, to talk all things data-driven design for short-term rentals. Josh shares how Revedy started with their own investment p...
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61 - Smarter STR Hosting with Tech & Strategy with Mike Sebastian
This week, we sit down with Mike Sebastian, the founder of Build Your Hideaway and The Hideaways, where he manages 19 unique short-term rentals across the U.S. Mike shares his journey from running a marketing agency to scaling an STR business w...
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60 - Lace Hernandez on Simplifying Social Media for STR Hosts
Struggling to stay consistent with social media for your short-term rental? In this episode, we chat with Lace Hernandez, founder of Mint STR Hosting, about how hosts can simplify their social media strategy by working smarter, not ...
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59 - Animal Nutritionist Scaled from 1-6 properties and has all 5-star reviews
What if your career had nothing to do with real estate, but one conversation changed everything? In this episode, Tara Bergstrom never planned to become an investor—her background was in animal nutrition and sales. But after a chanc...
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58 - How a $50 investment launched a full service STR business with Cynthia J LaBrie
This week, we’re joined by Cynthia J LaBrie, founder of Refresh Spaces, who shares her incredible journey from launching a cleaning business with just $50 to building a thriving short-term rental management company.Connect ...
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57 - House Hacking, Fix & Flips, and Life on the Road with Sarah Pell
What happens when a teacher trades the classroom for real estate investing—while living in a fifth-wheel camper? Sarah Pell did just that! In this episode, she shares how she transitioned from elementary education to managing a thriving short-t...
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56 - Glamping, Rentals, and Revenue: Zoey Berghoff’s Expert Strategies
In this episode, I sit down with Zoey Burghoff, a short-term rental expert who has spent the past five years mastering the art of land hacking and unique stays. From glamping sites to custom-built retreats, Zoey shares how she creates incredibl...
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55 - Revedy’s Data-Driven Approach to Short-Term Rental Investment
In this episode, we’re joined by Colin Carvey, founder of Revedy, who’s here to share how data, design, and smart management can bring your short-term rental game to the next level! Colin takes us through his exciting journey from financial ser...
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54 - Tennis Professional to CEO of 105 Properties with Ashley Freeman
Ashley Freeman never planned to get into Airbnb, but three years later, she’s managing 105 properties and owning several of her own. In this episode, she shares her journey from being a professional tennis instructor to building a thriving shor...
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53 - Manifesting Your Dreams into Reality & Mindset Mastery with Adam Avenus
This week, we’re joined by Adam Avenus, a mindset and manifestation coach who transformed his life by mastering the power of the mind. From real estate to coaching, he discovered that success starts within—and that we all have the ability to tu...
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Episode 53
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52- Consulting, Cohosting, and Building A Game Changing Website with Christina Tracy
Connect with Christina on Instagram here Reach out To Christina about Airbnb Management here! Thinking about r...
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Episode 52
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39:43
51: Unlocking Business and Personal Success with Mindset Mastery Ft Punith Upadhya
This week, we’re bringing you dear friend of mind for a fascinating episode and featuring Punith Upadhya, owner of the Moongaze Stays. Punith is an Engineer, Mindset Coach, and Business Coaching/Accountability pod co-owner. Punith is such a joy...
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Episode 51
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50 - Accountably Groups + Besties + Automation with Tanya Rooney
This week, we’re bringing you an super fun and funny episode featuring Tanya Rooney, owner of the Tribe Builders Podcast. Tanya is the biggest community supporter for Hosts, and entrepreneurs. She is the person you want in your corner for all t...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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35:46
49 - 1 to 4 Units In 4 months - House Hacking & Living For Free with Jess Kalinski
This week, we’re bringing you an incredible episode featuring Jess, a Canadian real estate investor and host who bought 4 units in 4 months after losing her job. Jess has been house hacking, renovations, and living with tenants and guests with ...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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48 - Real Talk & Wisdom from a Decade of Hosting with Carrie Drier
This week, we’re bringing you an incredible episode featuring Carrie, a seasoned host with 10 years of experience in the short-term rental industry. Carrie has truly done it all—running a thriving business, fixing up properties, and juggling mo...
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47 - Clearly Defining your Vision For Your Company Colleen Chrien
This week, we dove deep into what it takes to define your vision and build a successful company by setting clear standards—for yourself, your team, and your clients. We were joined by the inspiring Colleen, whose company manages both long-term ...
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Episode 47
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46 - StayModern Properties: Understanding Your Goals From Day One
Get ready for an insightful episode as I chat with StayModern Properties, a top-tier property Manager from Seattle who’s all about quality and building strong relationships. We dive deep into the world of hosting, sharing unfiltered wi...
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Episode 46
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