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
Converting A Grocery Store Into An Airbnb
Taylor sits down with Nico, a former tech sales executive turned short-term rental entrepreneur, to unpack one of the most creative and strategic STR journeys we’ve heard.
Nico shares how he:
- Went from selling software to CFOs of billion-dollar tech companies to flipping homes in Austin
- Used STRs to offset a major tax bill after a liquidity event—and never looked back
- Bought and converted a 110-year-old Piggly Wiggly grocery store into a cash-flowing Airbnb duplex
- Built a 12-unit portfolio, including midterm arbitrage units for corporate travelers
- Launched Live in Luxury, a white-glove service for high-earning W2 professionals
- Partnered with data-driven operators to scale his business and serve busy investors
- Leveraged cost segregation and depreciation to legally eliminate his tax burden
If you're looking for ways to optimize your tax strategy, generate consistent cash flow, and invest in memorable, high-performing STRs, this episode is packed with insight.
Learn more: LiveInLuxury.co
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