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
The Queen of Luxury Vacation Rentals
This week, Mark sits down with Rachel Allday, co-founder of Abode Luxury Rentals, managing nearly 200 high-end properties across Park City, Jackson Hole, and Sun Valley. Rachel shares how she and her husband built their company from scratch 18 years ago—long before Airbnb existed—and what “luxury” really means in today’s short-term rental market.
In this episode:
- How Rachel turned creativity into growth, from her first “wedding invite” mailer campaign to managing $10M+ estates
- What defines luxury: authenticity, maintenance, high-touch service, and staff-to-property ratios that ensure perfection
- Why attention to detail wins: triple inspections, white linens, local touches, and hospitality that feels human
- The importance of team culture, shared accountability, and never settling for 95%
- How Abode achieves consistent five-star reviews through inspections, standards, and guest-first thinking
- Marketing insights: why professional photography, consistent staging, and aspirational imagery matter
- VRMA’s impact on her business growth, profitability, and network of mentors and peers
Rachel also opens up about her role on the VRMA Board of Directors, where she’s helping shape the next generation of education and professionalism in the STR industry.
Connect with Rachel: abodeluxuryrentals.com
Follow Abode Luxury Rentals on Instagram
Catch Rachel at VRMA International in Las Vegas
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Episode Sponsored By:
STR Search
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