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How to Turn Bad Airbnb Reviews into More Booking Opportunities
How Do I Handle a Bad Airbnb Review? Running a short-term rental (STR) or Airbnb business means you’ll eventually face a bad guest review—it’s inevitable. Even if you strive to provide a 5-star experience, sometimes things don’t go as planned. But here’s the good...
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Why Leadership Matters as a Real Estate Investor and Airbnb Host
Why Leadership Matters as a Real Estate Investor and Airbnb HostToday, I want to dive into a topic that's often overlooked but is absolutely critical to your success as a female Airbnb host and real estate investor: leadership. If you think leadership is just for CEOs...

#117: Stress-Free Social Media Strategies for Short-Term Rental Hosts with Brianne Hamilton
JANUARY 28, 2024 #117: Stress-Free Social Media Strategies for Short-Term Rental Hosts with Brianne HamiltonSimplifying Social Media for Your Short-Term Rental Business Feeling overwhelmed by the thought of managing social media for your Airbnb or short-term rental?...

#116: Social Media Secrets Every Host Must Know with Marissa Schulze
JANUARY 21, 2025 #116: Social Media Secrets Every Host Must Know with Marissa SchulzeHarnessing Social Media for Short-Term Rentals Ready to make your Airbnb and short-term rental bookings soar? In this episode, I sit down with Marissa Schulze, a social media expert...

#115: Debunking Short-Term Rental Myths with Beata Lorinc
JANUARY 15, 2025 #115: Debunking Short-Term Rental Myths with Beata LorincHarnessing Insights to Challenge Short-Term Rental Misconceptions Ready to rethink everything you thought you knew about short-term rentals? In this episode, I sit down with Beata Lorinc, a...

#114: From Chargebacks to Comebacks: Kara Margraf’s Journey in STR Hosting
Discover how Kara Margraf went from chargebacks to comebacks in STR hosting, overcoming challenges with actionable strategies and guest trust tips.

#113: Turning Large Airbnbs into Cozy Retreats: Jen Arkell’s Design Secrets
DECEMBER 31, 2024 #113: Turning Large Airbnbs into Cozy Retreats: Jen Arkell’s Design SecretsVacation Rental Interior Design Tips for Large Airbnbs What’s the secret to designing large vacation rentals that feel both inviting and functional? In this episode, I sit...

#112: The Power of OwnerRez: Insider Tips for Vacation Rental Success
DECEMBER 24, 2024 #112: The Power of OwnerRez: Insider Tips for Vacation Rental Success “Being people first, that’s at the heart of what we do.” “Establishing core values in your business is one of the biggest gifts that you can give to your future self.” “You’ll get...

#111: Your Real Estate Strategy with Midterm Rentals
DECEMBER 17, 2024 #111: Revolutionize Your Real Estate Strategy with Midterm RentalsMidterm Rentals: Revolutionizing Your Real Estate Strategy with Katie Lyon Are you looking for a game-changing strategy to boost your real estate investments? In this episode, I sit...

#110: Entrepreneurial Success Strategies for Airbnb & Beyond: Tiffany Katuls
DECEMBER 10, 2024 #110: Unstoppable Entrepreneurship: Tiffany Katuls' Secrets to Thriving in Airbnb & BeyondUnstoppable Entrepreneurship: Entrepreneurial Success Strategies for Thriving in Airbnb Have you ever wondered how to successfully juggle multiple...

#109: Murals for Short-Term Rentals: Transform Your Rental Appeal
DECEMBER 04, 2024 #109: The Power of Murals: Enhancing Guest Experiences in Short-Term Rentals with Hannah LeggHave you ever wondered how to elevate your Airbnb or short-term rental into an unforgettable guest experience? Well, you’re in for a treat! In this episode,...