STR Investing, The Podcast
Welcome to STR Investing, The Podcast, where hosts Taylor Jones & Mark Lumpkin reveal the keys to financial freedom through short-term rental investing. Whether you're taking your first step into this lucrative market or looking to expand your portfolio, this podcast is your ultimate resource for success.
Taylor, who has successfully acquired over 200+ properties, brings not only his personal experiences but also sits down with industry experts to share insights and stories from every corner of the STR world. From sharing insights of building 9 figures of STR businesses, to staying on top of the latest trends in acquiring, designing, furnishing, and operating profitable short-term rentals, he covers it all.
But that's not all. We're also lifting the veil on the challenges and triumphs of entering the industry, offering invaluable advice that you won't find anywhere else. Whether it's navigating regulatory changes or finding the perfect property, STR Investing, The Podcast is your trusted guide at every stage.
Join Taylor & Mark as he shows you how short-term rental investing can lead to financial freedom. Don't just dream about it - make it a reality with STR Investing, The Podcast today.
STR Investing, The Podcast
Data to Dollars: Unlocking STR Profits with The Airbnb Data Guy
In this episode, Taylor Jones sits down with the “Airbnb Data Guy” himself, John Bianchi, co-founder of STR Search and the brain behind hundreds of profitable short-term rentals. They unpack John’s exact process for identifying high-performing properties, avoiding bad buys, and why analyzing revenue drivers like pickleball courts and hot tubs can mean the difference between $80K and $200K.
You'll learn:
- How to reverse-engineer success in any STR market
- What “table stakes” amenities top listings always have
- Why cheap debt beats a fancy kitchen
- How to efficiently allocate capital for max ROI
- The secret sauce behind STR Search’s data models
This is one of the most practical and entertaining data breakdowns we've ever recorded. Whether you’re buying your first property or optimizing your tenth, don’t miss this one.
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Episode Sponsored By:
STR Search
STR Search is the industry leading property finder service. They've helped investors acquire over 215 profitable STRs across the US. If you'd like the data professionals to help you find your next STR, reach out to STRsearch.com
