Episodes
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Stacey St. John, a successful real estate investor and property manager, shares her journey into short-term rental investment, her property management strategies, and her future plans to develop a resort. AITAH for not trusting my cleaner who bailed on me and lied to me?! Save $100 on the Virtual Summit before 1/19! Connect with Stacey St. John Save $300 on your Level Up Your Listing Summit...
Published 01/17/24
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with Assaf Karmon, CEO of Turno, on how the Turno app improves the hosting experience by automating the cleaning process, inventory tracking, payments, and taxes, and how it also offers a marketplace for finding reliable cleaners. AITAH: Is this really who you want to be hooking up with? Thank you to Turno for supporting this show and gifting No Vacancy listeners with this generous...
Published 01/10/24
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: My ins and outs for 2024 AITAH: "I am going to sue you for misrepresentation" -Renter Save $300 on your Level Up Your Listing Summit ticket until January 14th! StayFi | Use Code NOVACANCY to Get 50% Off Your First 3 Months with StayFi Start using Turno today! Get 3 months of HostGPO for free!  Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Podcast Producer: Kelsey Tran |...
Published 01/03/24
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with Heather Blankenship, a diversified real estate investor. Heather shares her journey from investing in RV parks to mobile home parks, and then venturing into boutique motels. AITAH: "I love everything about this property, except the bedding. Are you able to change all of the sheets and duvet covers to white?"  Join Minoan for FREE StayFi | Use Code NOVACANCY to Get 50% Off Your First...
Published 12/27/23
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with Amber Paul, aka @watchmetravelhack, about her experiences with credit card travel hacking. Amber shares her knowledge about taking advantage of credit card reward points, managing multiple credit cards, responsibly leveraging credit card offers, and opportunities for business cards. AITAH: Asking a guest for a 5 star review?! Connect with Amber and get her breakdown of the current...
Published 12/20/23
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: David Huey, full time software salesman, delves into his philosophy of being debt free and paying off his mortgage early! AITAH: I'M PISSED! Screenshots of an interaction between a guest AND ME! Connect with David on Instragram Get 5.5% APY with Wealthfront! *at time of this recording* This is the tool I'm currently using to track my net worth, assets, and liabilities, and where I'm keeping my...
Published 12/13/23
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with Olivia Tati-- a designer and short-term rental investor who started as a chemical engineer who then transitioned into real estate AITAH: What is the weirdest thing you've ever had an Airbnb guest do? Connect with Olivia Check out Yellow Door Design StayFi | Use Code NOVACANCY to Get 50% Off Your First 3 Months with StayFi Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Podcast...
Published 12/06/23
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! Buy your Level Up Your Listing Summit ticket before prices go up! MARCH 11-13TH, 2024 in SCOTTSDALE, AZ On this week's episode: This week I interview boutique hotel investor, Auston Cook, as he shares his inspiring journey from being a mountain guide to becoming a successful real estate investor. He talks about his progression from selling solar panels and insurance to successfully flipping houses, building new...
Published 11/29/23
Welcome to another Airbnb Advice Column bonus episode. Hope you enjoy! XOXO - Natalie Take advantage of our Level Up Your Listing Black Friday SALE! Join Minoan for FREE 2:12 - Jessa What are your thoughts on Brett Cooper’s video announcing that she will be boycotting airbnb over their fees? 6:13 - Yvonne What will you be buying this Black Friday? I want to take advantage of deals, but not spend for no reason? 8:06 - Jordan To put a Christmas tree in my listing or not to put a...
Published 11/24/23
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Sharing a situation that went viral on TikTok over a Taylor Swift concert. Where do you stand?! StayFi | Use Code NOVACANCY to Get 50% Off Your First 3 Months with StayFi Book a free call with STR Insights here Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Podcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 11/22/23
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Listen to my HONEST thoughts on the new updates... AITAH: Can owners charge a separate check-in fee?! Hear the updates in Brian Chesky's own words on YouTube Info on Guest Favorites Summary of the Airbnb 2023 Winter Release StayFi | Use Code NOVACANCY to Get 50% Off Your First 3 Months with StayFi Book a free call with STR Insights here Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Podcast...
Published 11/15/23
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Bridgette Whitney discusses her journey from being a Facebook marketplace upcyling enthusiast to sought-after vacation rental designer creating the most unique girls' trip homes. AITATrading a donation to a non-profit for a tax write off in exchange for a MONTH’S stay?! Listen episode 25 about bachelorette airbnbs here! Book a free call with STR Insights here StayFi | Use Code NOVACANCY to Get 50%...
Published 11/08/23
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: This week Channon shares her journey to growing her glampsite and STR portfolio. We talk about how each tent is set up, amenities, and her thought process building the cutest travel experience! Connect with Channon: https://pillar.io/channonrose Book a free call with STR Insights here StayFi | Use Code NOVACANCY to Get 50% Off Your First 3 Months with StayFi Connect: Show Notes | Start Your...
Published 11/01/23
Welcome to another Airbnb Advice Column bonus episode. Hope you enjoy! XOXO - Natalie Natalie's Airbnb Referral Link: airbnb.com/r/hostwithnatalie Apply here for my 10-week hosting mentorship! Join Minoan for FREE 15:51 - Katherine As a co-host, do you buy restock items for your owners? 17:45- Vera: My guest broke house rules and I canceled the reservation mid stay. Can they still write a review? 19:16 - Eddie: A pipe burst and the water is shut off! But it's not our pipe or our fault....
Published 10/27/23
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: *Please note, this episode may not be appropriate for kids* Ghouls and goblins gather 'round to hear to spookiest, bone chilling Airbnb horror stories in town. Listen to last year's Halloween episode here. Book a free call with STR Insights here Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Podcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Published 10/25/23
Airbnb announces new big changes to their cleaning fees. My thoughts and what does this mean for us? Article mentioned: https://skift.com/2023/09/29/airbnb-ceo-on-essentially-eliminating-cleaning-fees/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 10/20/23
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with Hanan Kim with @TahoeLittleBlackCabins and her journey to purchasing and thriving in the short term rental industry. AITAH: “We felt uncomfortable in the house, like someone was trying to watch us sleep” Book a free call with STR Insights here Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Podcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices....
Published 10/18/23
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Today I cover 3 topics and deep dive into the 3 ways to improve your listing by: Getting more bookings Increasing the nightly rate on your bookings Decreasing your expenses I booked this Airbnb for my boyfriend's birthday but he's cheating on me. Can I get a refund? Book a free call with STR Insights here Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Podcast Producer: Kelsey Tran |...
Published 10/11/23
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with Bill Faeth about key things that has made him succeed in business and his future plans for life and retirement A Day in the Life of an Airbnb Host *explicit* Book a free call with STR Insights here Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Podcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 10/04/23
Welcome to another Airbnb Advice Column bonus episode. Hope you enjoy! XOXO - Natalie Apply for the 10-week mentorship here. Join Minoan for FREE 3:11 - Heather: Finding cohosting clients when you have no hosting experience 8:08 - Carly: Should I cohost or arbitrage? 12:36 - Julie: I have so many mindset issues around selling myself as a cohost. What’s your advice for confidently pitching yourself to owners? 15:14 - Hazel: I found a great owner and property to work with, but they are only...
Published 09/29/23
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with CEO of Showplace, Justin Miller, on things you can do to elevate your listing Butt sex or Baltic Sea? Schedule a call with Showplace here Book a free call with STR Insights here Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Podcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 09/27/23
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with Natalie Bykov and how she capitalized on making money with their backyard pool This guest is DEMANDING an early check-in with a 10 hour notice. Book a free call with STR Insights here Join Natalie's Pool Hosting 101 Facebook Group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/poolhosting101/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvF Connect with Natalie...
Published 09/20/23
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with Avery Carl and picking her brain on scaling to her 250 doors! Someone take a LOAD off this host for this S****Y situation. Book a free call with STR Insights here Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Podcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 09/13/23
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Reading and reacting to all of YOUR worst horror stories— cleaning edition! Check out the first horror stories episode here! Book a free call with STR Insights here Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Podcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 09/06/23
Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast! On this week's episode: Interview with Jeff Welgan, investor financing strategist with BluPrint Home Loans No Airbnb-hole?! What a sweet guest! Book a call with STR Insights here! Connect with Jeff Welgan: Jeff’s Website Jeff’s Instagram Email: [email protected] Get free appraisal at closing when you mention No Vacancy the Podcast Connect: Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb  Instagram Podcast Producer: Kelsey Tran |...
Published 08/30/23