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Vacation Property Secrets
Vacation Property Secrets is the insider's guide to investing in vacation home properties.
In each episode, Vacation Property Secrets provides listeners with actionable information to maximize returns, minimize investment risk and make profitable and enjoyable investments. Hosted by short-term vacation property investment expert Rodman Schley, this series dives deep into the fundamentals that drive successful vacation home investments. Learn how to make investment decisions based on sound financial principles—not emotions. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, Vacation Property Secrets provides actionable insights and expert guidance to help you navigate the vacation rental market with confidence.
Connect with us at: https://www.vacationpropertysecrets.com
Episodes
22 episodes
Why NOW Is the Best Time to Buy Vacation Rentals
Are we in a buyer’s market for vacation rentals? Real estate powerhouse Avery Carl, CEO of The Short Term Shop and author of Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth, breaks it down in this powerful episode.📉 With interest rates high and buy...
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How To Avoid These Common Lending Mistakes with AirBNB's
In this episode of the Vacation Property Secrets Podcast, host Rodman Schley interviews Drew Hittner, a real estate expert and founder of Hostlo, who specializes in lending for short-term vacation rentals (STVRs). They discuss the concept of ho...
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Why Buying Right is Key to Vacation Property Profitability
In this episode of the Vacation Property Secrets Podcast, we reveal why buying right is the key to vacation property profitability. Adam Norko, Chief Growth Officer at Travel Advantage Network and host of The Art of Hospital...
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Top 10 Mistakes with Vacation Property Financing
In this episode of the Vacation Property Secrets Podcast, we uncover the top mistakes investors make when financing vacation properties—and how to avoid them. Guest expert David Little, co-founder of Crown Capital Resources, shares insider tips...
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Biggest Tax Mistakes of Rental Properties
In this episode of the Vacation Property Secrets Podcast, we dive into the biggest tax mistakes rental property owners make and how to avoid them. Guest expert Amanda Han, CPA and real estate tax strategist, shares the most overlooked deduction...
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Why Resort-Style AirBNBs are The Next Big Trend
Is investing in resort-style Airbnbs the future of short-term rentals? In this episode of Vacation Property Secrets, we dive into why high-end, experience-driven vacation homes are outperforming traditional rentals. Guest expert Alon O...
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45:34
Scaling Secrets: How to Grow Your Short-Term Rental Business Like a Pro
Ready to scale your short-term rental business like a pro? In this episode, I sit down with Kim Herrlein, CEO of Purveyors of Leisure, a short-term rental expert specializing in high-end vacation homes and boutique hotels. Kim shares her inside...
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49:41
Financial Forecasting for Vacation Homes
Financial Forecasting for Vacation Homes: How to Accurately Predict Profitability & ROIAre you thinking about investing in a vacation home but unsure how to project its financial performance? In this episode of Vacation Property Sec...
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The Ultimate Financing Hack for Short-Term Rental Investors
In this episode of the Vacation Property Secrets Show , we dive into the ultimate financing hack that every short-term rental investor should know. Mortgage expert Emmett Dempsey breaks down how Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR) loans can help...
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Vacation Rental Safety: How to Protect Your Guests and Property
In this episode, Rodman Schley sits down with safety expert Justin Ford to talk about why vacation property safety should be a top priority for rental owners. They cover common risks like slips, trips, falls, and pool safety, as we...
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How Natural Disasters Impact Vacation Rentals: What Investors Need to Know
In this episode of *Vacation Property Secrets*, we dive deep into how natural disasters impact vacation rentals and what property owners can do to safeguard their investments. Rodman Schley is joined by Nick Massey, Director of Sal...
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47:51
The Ultimate Guide to Financial Forecasting for Vacation Rentals
In this episode, host Rodman Schley welcomes Zach Lemaster, founder and CEO of Rent to Retirement, to share expert insights on vacation rental investing. Together, they dive into topics such as how to project rental income, estimate operating e...
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How Accessibility Upgrades Can Maximize Your Vacation Rental Income - Mobility Friendly Rentals
How Accessibility Upgrades Can Maximize Your Vacation Rental Income - Mobility Friendly RentalsIn this episode of the Vacation Property Secrets Podcast, host Rodman Schley welcomes Lorraine Woodward, CEO and founder of Becoming Rentable...
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How to Create a Family Friendly Vacation Rental Experience to Make Even More Money with Rose Tipka
On this episode Rodman Schley welcomes Rose Tipka, founder of Your Family’s Place. Rose shares her expertise on creating family-friendly vacation rental experiences diving deep into how you can transform your property into a welcoming space for...
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36:27
Boost your Five Star reviews with Automated Guest Messaging: Tanya Rooney of Tribe Builders
In this episode, Tanya Rooney, host of the Tribe Builders podcast and seasoned real estate proprietor, shares her insights on how automated guest messaging can significantly enhance the guest experience and boost five-star reviews. Tanya delves...
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Use Your AirBNB to Travel for FREE with Landon Wilkinson of Hostshare
In this episode, guest Landon Wilkinson, co-founder of Hostshare, explains how the platform enables short-term vacation rental owners to travel for free by using vacant dates across other Hostshare properties. Find out how you receive 21 travel...
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36:42
A Dummies Guide to Maximize Your Cash Flow with Jeff Svetec of AirBNB for Dummies
In this episode, James Svetec co-author of AirBNB for Dummies and Founder of BNB Mastery emphasizes the importance of buying short-term vacation rentals based on solid fundamentals, managing operating expenses and income projections carefully. ...
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44:59
Luxury Hotel Secrets for Short-term Rentals with Adam Knight of Recreation Stays
In this episode Rodman Schley interviews Adam Knight, a seasoned hospitality veteran and CEO of Recreation Stays. They discuss the intricacies of property management in the vacation rental industry, emphasizing the importance of hospitality, ow...
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Dominate Airbnb by Optimizing Your Data with Jeff Brown of Intellihost
In this episode of Vacation Property Secrets, Host Rodman Schley interviews Jeff Brown from IntelliHost dives into the game-changing power of data in boosting short-term vacation rental profits. Jeff shares how IntelliHost was born out of his q...
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42:53
Get Free Money For Your Short Term Vacation Rental with Ashley Tison
In this episode, Ashley Tison, the Founder of OZ Pros discusses the tremendous benefits that exist in short-term vacation rentals within opportunity zones. Opportunity zones were created to incentivize private investment in underinvested areas,...
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How to Pay Zero Taxes On Your STVR Property with Dan Nicholson
In this episode of Vacation Property Secrets, host Rodman Schley interviews Dan Nicholson, a tax expert and founder of Nth Degree CPAs. Dan explains various tax strategies for real estate investors, including the use of cost segregatio...
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43:59
Maximize Returns, Minimize Risk and Make Profitable Vacation Home Investments
In the introductory episode of the *Vacation Property Secrets* podcast, host Rodman Schley shares his 35 years of experience investing in vacation properties and his expertise in real estate valuation. He emphasizes the importance of understand...
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