STR Investing, The Podcast
Unlock financial freedom through short-term rental investing with hosts Taylor Jones and Mark Lumpkin. Each week, they sit down with the biggest names in the STR industry to uncover what’s working right now — from acquisitions and design to operations, marketing, and scaling portfolios.
Taylor has helped acquire and manage over 500+ STRs, while Mark brings years of hands-on experience transforming properties into high-performing investments.
Together, they break down real strategies, real numbers, and real stories that help investors grow smarter and faster.
Whether you’re buying your first Airbnb or expanding a multi-market portfolio, this show is your roadmap to building wealth and freedom through short-term rentals.
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STR Investing, The Podcast
From $0 to $76 Million in STRs: Q&A Deep Dive with Founder Sabrina Guler
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In this unique episode of STR Investing, host Sabrina Guler departs from the usual interview format to answer some of the most frequently asked questions she receives.
Sabrina shares insights from her transition from working at Apple to starting her journey in short-term rental investing. Covering topics from her first property purchase challenges to strategic advice for new investors, this episode dives deep into the practicalities and personal experiences behind successful STR investing.
TIMESTAMPS:
00: Q1 - What was the hardest thing for you when buying your first property?
4:51: Q2 - Why did you pick short-term rentals and did anyone help you?
9:33: Q3 - How do you find good markets and good properties?
14:53: Q4 - What tools and platforms do you use?
17:10: Q5 - What are the key metrics that you look for?
19:33: Q6 - What is the biggest mistake you've seen or made in this asset class?
21:26: Q7 - What are the toughest lessons you've learned on your short-term rental journey?
23:52: Q8 - Is there still an opportunity on Airbnb or is the market too saturated?
26:08: Q9 - How did you know it was the right moment to quit your job?
30:37: Q10 - Are there any red flags that I should avoid at all costs and how do I avoid a bad investment?
33:03: Q11 - What if I fail?
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