We sit down with Jamie Lane, Chief Economist at AirDNA. Jamie shares his journey into the world of data analytics for the real estate and hospitality industries, discusses the current trends in short-term rentals, and provides valuable insights into the future of property management. Other key topics include the impact of macro and micro data on investment decisions, the rise of boutique hotels, and the dynamics between short-term rentals and hotels.

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In this episode, Nick Massey, Chief Sales Officer at Proper Insurance, joins us to break down the must-know details about short-term rental insurance.

We dive into:
• The best insurance policies for STRs

• Per-booking coverage through Wavo

• Property management insurance via Worcester

• Common mistakes hosts make

• Why liability coverage is critical

• How to protect and grow your rental business

If you’re an Airbnb host or real estate investor, this one’s a must-listen.

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Visit www.proper.insure or call 888-631-6680

I sit down with Ariel Smith, a hospitality powerhouse who went from sales rep to managing a 60-person guest comms team—and now runs her own short-term rental company with 30 properties in one of the most competitive markets: San Diego.

Ariel shares her journey from her early days at Home Suite and AvantStay (back when they only had 30 listings!) to building a thriving, hospitality-first STR business.

Whether you’re an operator with 3 properties or 300, this episode is a masterclass in hospitality strategy and operational excellence.

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We have Neil Shah, a humble yet incredibly successful boutique hotel investor who now owns 10+ properties and has helped countless others break into the hospitality space. Neil immigrated to the U.S. in 1997 with an electrical engineering degree, barely English, and no hotel background. Fast-forward to today: he’s built a boutique hotel portfolio and become a go-to resource for aspiring investors.

In this episode, we cover:

• How Neil got his start in hospitality (by accident!)

• Learning English through hotel work

• Becoming a GM and leaving California

• His first hotel investment (and how it happened by helping someone else)

• Boutique hotels vs traditional STRs

• Advice for people trying to break into this space ...and so much more!

If you’ve ever thought about getting into hospitality or boutique hotels, this is a must-listen.

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We sit down with Riley Goldman, CEO and Founder of Beachside VR, to unpack the sales strategies that helped him scale to over 250 short-term rental units under management, growing fast.

He shares his journey from starting with just a handful of units to building a 300+ property portfolio without relying on heavy marketing spend. We dive deep into his authentic approach to sales, how word-of-mouth fueled his early growth, the power of staying niche-focused in one market, and the mindset shifts that keep him motivated every day.

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I’m joined by Taylor Jones, founder of STR Search, an acquisition firm that’s helped investors close over 205 profitable short-term rental deals across the country. If you’re active on LinkedIn, chances are you’ve seen his name. Taylor’s known for consistently sharing valuable insights and hard-hitting data around STR acquisitions and performance.

We dive deep into what separates a high-performing Airbnb from one that underdelivers. Taylor shares why the buy is the most critical part of your short-term rental journey, how he analyzes deals at scale, and what factors he looks at before making an offer.

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I’m sitting down with Dustin Baker, a digital marketing pro who’s shaking up how short-term rentals get seen, booked, and branded. With nearly a decade of experience across e-commerce and tech, Dustin brings a fresh perspective to an industry overdue for a marketing glow-up. We dive into why relying solely on Airbnb isn’t the move anymore, and how social media, email strategy, and content funnels can help you take control of your bookings (and your income).

Whether managing a portfolio or just getting started with your first unique stay, this convo breaks down actionable ways to build a real brand—not just a listing. Dustin shares how to create a full-funnel strategy that actually works in 2025.

If you're trying to grow your STR game the smart way, this one’s for you.

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In this episode, we sit down with Isaac French, a lifelong entrepreneur who built and sold Live Oak Lake, an experiential hospitality venture that grossed over $1M in its first year. Isaac shares his journey from a homeschool upbringing on a Texas farm to designing and scaling a multimillion-dollar hospitality brand—all before turning 30!

If you’re interested in real estate, short-term rentals, or building a business from scratch, this episode is packed with insights you don’t want to miss!

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