Off Grid with Zoey B
Off Grid is the go-to podcast for entrepreneurs and real estate investors who want more than just success—they want freedom to travel, purpose-driven work, and a lifestyle aligned real estate portfolio.
Hosted by Zoey Berghoff—STR mentor, investor, and expert in curating unforgettable stays—this show dives into the real strategies behind building a standout rental business and a lifestyle that breaks the mold. Whether you’re scaling your portfolio, raising the next generation of adventurers while building your business, or chasing the dream of full-time travel, you’ll find real talk, tactical tips, and inspiring stories every week.
Because success isn’t one-size-fits-all—and the best views come when you go off grid in life.
Episodes
21 episodes
EP 21: From $25k CC Debt to $3M Real Estate while Traveling with Olivia Tati
In this inspiring episode, Zoey B sits down with Olivia Tati, traveler, real estate investor, and founder of Wanderlust Wealth Academy, to unpack how she went from $25K in debt and a draining corporate job to building a freedom-based lifestyle ...
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Episode 21
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55:11
EP 20: The Truth Behind Ground Up Development with David Rosenbeck
In this episode, Zoey B sits down with David Rosenbeck, a nurse practitioner turned real estate investor who scaled from house hacking in Indiana to raising capital and breaking ground in Sedona.David opens up about:• How he a...
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Episode 20
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1:01:30
EP 19: What Living the American Dream Really Means with Federico Zimmerman STRGuide
In this inspiring episode, Zoey B sits down with Federico, an Argentinian entrepreneur who arrived in the U.S. with only $2,000 and went on to build a thriving property management empire. From sleeping on an air mattress to managing nearly one ...
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Episode 19
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59:01
EP 18: 5 Money Mistakes That Cost Me (and How to Avoid Them)
In this fast-paced solo episode, Zoey B pulls back the curtain on the five biggest financial mistakes she made, so you don’t have to. From letting cash sit idle to missing out on free travel, Zoe shares the mindset shifts and actionable steps t...
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Episode 18
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35:06
EP 17: Without This You're Costing Yourself Money with Cheyenne Martinez
In this value-packed episode, Zoey B chats with Cheyenne Martinez, founder of STRBKeep, a bookkeeping firm built specifically for short-term rental hosts and real estate investors. As both a bookkeeper and an STR owner herself, Cheyenn...
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Episode 17
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56:25
EP 16: From Freelancer to Boutique STR with Karsen Murray’s Journey Through Motherhood, Marketing & Real Estate
In this heart-centered episode, Zoey B sits down with Karsen Murray (copywriter, mama, and first-time STR investor) whose journey from marketing manager to business owner to boutique cabin host will leave you inspired to pivot...
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47:39
EP 15: Investments, Partnerships, Hosting for 20 Years with Marilynn Taylor
In this powerhouse episode, Zoey B sits down with Marilynn Taylor (Airbnb OG, real estate investor, and financial freedom advocate) who has been mastering short-term rentals for over two decades. From her early days as a ballerina and makeup ar...
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59:35
EP 14: House Hacking, High Returns, How to find intentional investments with Nicole Baldwin
In this vibrant episode of Off Grid with Zoey B, we meet Nicole Baldwin, real estate investor, agent, and all-around short-term rental strategist, who turned early entrepreneurial hustle into a powerful real estate career rooted...
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45:57
EP 13: Conventional Vs. Unconventional Lending with Jessica Khani
What happens when you quit your six-figure job with no backup plan—but a whole lot of faith? In this powerful episode of Off Grid with Zoey B, we sit down with Jessica Khani, a former healthcare executive turned real estate entr...
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Episode 13
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51:13
EP 12: How He Left His 9-5 to Build a Tech STR Company with Gil Chan
In this episode of Off Grid with Zoey B, we sit down with investor, entrepreneur, and mindset strategist Gil Chan, who’s on a mission to help high-achieving professionals escape burnout and build aligned, purpose-driven wealth t...
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47:58
EP 11: From Corporate to Real Estate Investor at 23 with Holly Neuens
In this episode of Off Grid, Zoey sits down with her very first mentee, Holly Neuens, to reflect on an extraordinary journey from college senior to successful short-term rental owner and corporate sales professional, all by the ...
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1:02:36
EP 10: How Her STR did $100k in bookings in 90 days with Janel Gallucci
In this episode of Off Grid with Zoey B, we sit down with Janel Gallucci—short-term rental investor, consultant, and educator—who walked away from the golden hamster wheel of corporate life in San Francisco to build a real estate busin...
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58:07
EP 09: Quitting Google to $2.8M in Real Estate with Matt Krueger
What do you get when you mix a former youth pastor, a YouTuber, and a dad of four with a relentless work ethic? You get Matt Krueger—aka rental.cashflow—who traded his 9-to-5 for financial freedom through house hacking, short-term rentals, and ...
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54:13
EP 08: How She is Always Under Contract with Madi from The Love of Upstate
In this episode of Off Grid with Zoey B, we sit down with the powerhouse behind some of the most iconic short-term rentals in Upstate New York—Madi. Known for her unmatched eye for design, next-level underwriting skills, and lightning-...
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Episode 8
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54:37
EP 07: Power Couple Pivot: From Burnout to Real Estate Freedom with Emily & Spencer
In this inspiring episode of Off Grid, Zoe B sits down with Emily and Spencer, the dynamic duo behind Keeping It Real Estate and Stellar Escape Rentals. From a speech therapist and a motion graphics designer to full-t...
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Episode 7
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51:43
EP 06: We Bought the Worst Cabin in the Neighborhood (and Built $500K in Equity)
Ready to hear the full story behind Cabin in the Canyon? From buying the worst house in the neighborhood to building over half a million in equity in just 15 months.What started as a spontaneous stop on a bike ride turned into o...
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57:24
EP 05: How She Built a 6-Figure Business in 1 Year - Interview with Steph Weber
Steph Weber is best known for helping entrepreneurs grow bold, bankable brands through The Weber Co. and podcast Branded and Booked—but today, she’s sharing a different kind of story.In this honest, heart-filled convers...
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42:47
EP 04: The Financial Habits I Built in My 20's That Changed My Life
In this solo episode, I’m sharing the exact habits and mindset shifts that helped me go from earning $500/month at 21 to building multiple income streams, creating a lifestyle-aligned business, and experiencing real financial freedom. If you’re...
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35:15
EP 03: How She Built a Self-Funded Short-Term Rental Empire with Carrie Drier
In this episode, I’m joined by Carrie Drier—founder of Roost North Rentals, Airbnb community leader for Michigan, and founding board member of the Michigan Short Term Rental Association. She’s also a mom, a business owner, and someone who has b...
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1:14:30
EP 02: How Unique Stays = Big Profits; Debunking Mega Properties
In this episode, I dive into one of the biggest myths in the short-term rental world: Do you really need a mega property to generate mega revenue?Drawing from my own experience building a lifestyle-aligned real estate portfolio,...
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39:52