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In this episode of the Hospitable Hosts podcast, we’re joined by Natalie Painter, Broker at Preserve Realty Co. and Owner of Preserve Property Co., a boutique vacation rental management company in the Outer Banks—one of the most competitive and well-established vacation rental markets in the U.S.

Natalie has built a thriving business by leveraging technology, automation, and AI while maintaining a high-touch, personalized guest experience. In this episode, we’ll explore how she’s scaling her business efficiently, why software like Hospitable is crucial for hosts looking to grow while staying lean, and her best advice for homeowners who want to self-manage successfully.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
2:09 - Starting with short-term rentals
3:55 - Navigating a competitive real estate market
6:05 - AI and automation for short-term rental management
8:20 - Personalizing automated communication
10:00 - Challenges of growing an STR business
12:29 - Getting started in a competitive STR market
14:50 - Starting as a property manager in a competitive market
17:09 - Future STR trends
19:52 - Goals for 2025

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Short-term and mid-term rental hosts use Hospitable to answer 90% of guest messages with AI-powered automated messaging, to automate their team notifications so they never miss a clean, and to avoid double bookings with a synchronized calendar across booking channels.

Hospitable allows hosts to build their own direct booking website with guest vetting, $5M damage protection, and payment processing built-in.

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In this episode of the Hospitable Hosts podcast, we explore the future of short-term rental management, hospitality, and guest experience. Today, we’re diving into a topic that’s reshaping the way hosts operate: AI and Human Power Combined: Transforming the Guest Experience with Real-Time Support.

Our guest is Nicholas Falldine, Head of Product at Extenteam, a company that specializes in helping short-term rental hosts fill staffing gaps with the right talent. Nicholas is here to share his expertise on blending AI efficiency with human touch, ensuring that hosts can deliver outstanding hospitality—at scale.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
2:50 - AI in Host-to-Guest Communications
4:41 - Balancing AI and Humans
7:12 - Mixing Human Teams and AI for a Seamless Guest Experience
10:50 - Example of Using Hospitable and Extenteam
12:40 - Guest Communication Mistakes
15:43 - AI-Driven Guest Communication for Short-Term Rentals
21:23 - Key Takeaway for Short-Term Rental Hosts


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Short-term and mid-term rental hosts use Hospitable to answer 90% of guest messages with AI-powered automated messaging, to automate their team notifications so they never miss a clean, and to avoid double bookings with a synchronized calendar across booking channels.

Hospitable allows hosts to build their own direct booking website with guest vetting, $5M damage protection, and payment processing built-in.

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Welcome back to the podcast! Today, we're diving into the world of co-hosting short-term rentals with Brandon Pottebaum of BK Stays to uncover how to avoid those common beginner mistakes that can trip up even the most enthusiastic new hosts. Get ready to learn from Brandon's experience and set yourself up for co-hosting success!

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
2:20 - BK Stays Co-Hosting Business
4:13 - Co-Hosting Lessons Learned
9:25 - Short-Term Rental Hosting Tips
12:36 - Favorite Tools for STR Management
17:58 - Future Plans for BK Stays

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Find out more about Hospitable and get a 14-day free trial at https://hsptb.com/47WgnFD

Short-term and mid-term rental hosts use Hospitable to answer 90% of guest messages with AI-powered automated messaging, to automate their team notifications so they never miss a clean, and to avoid double bookings with a synchronized calendar across booking channels.

Hospitable allows hosts to build their own direct booking website with guest vetting, $5M damage protection, and payment processing built-in.

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Welcome back to another episode of the Hospitable Hosts podcast. Today we're diving deep into a topic that's on everyone's mind: Artificial Intelligence. The listeners who are already Hospitable customers and/or have watched our recent 2025 Roadmap Town Hall (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFle4wurM5Q&t=2s) will know that Hospitable is going big on AI. Another company with a keen AI focus is TIDY, and we have Chris Hawkins, CEO of TIDY, here today to tell us more about his view on AI for STR operations management.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
1:54 - AI and Property Management for Short-Term Rentals
5:58 - Solving Operational Challenges with AI
8:44 - Future of AI in Short-Term Rental Operations
12:01 - Ensuring Quality Cleaning for Short-Term Rentals
15:30 - Predicting Maintenance Issues
18:45 - AI Use in Daily Operations for Short-Term Rentals

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Find out more about Hospitable and get a 14-day free trial at https://hsptb.com/47WgnFD

Short-term and mid-term rental hosts use Hospitable to answer 90% of guest messages with AI-powered automated messaging, to automate their team notifications so they never miss a clean, and to avoid double bookings with a synchronized calendar across booking channels.

Hospitable allows hosts to build their own direct booking website with guest vetting, $5M damage protection, and payment processing built-in.

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Welcome back to the Hospitable Hosts podcast! In today's episode, we're diving deep into the future of guest experience management with Shiven Khera, CEO of LinkBase. We're going beyond the basics of automated check-in messages to explore the transformative power of rules-based digital guest journeys and automated upsells.

To get in touch with Shiven and get a copy of the Upsells Script, book a time here: https://calendly.com/shiven-7/30min

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
2:20 - Rules-based guest journey
4:03 - Elevating the guest experience
5:31 - Automated upsells done right
10:17 - Optimal time for upsells
13:39 - Personalizing upsells
15:46 - Success metrics
17:43 - Balancing automation and personal touch

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Find out more about Hospitable and get a 14-day free trial at https://hsptb.com/47WgnFD

Short-term and mid-term rental hosts use Hospitable to answer 90% of guest messages with AI-powered automated messaging, to automate their team notifications so they never miss a clean, and to avoid double bookings with a synchronized calendar across booking channels.

Hospitable allows hosts to build their own direct booking website with guest vetting, $5M damage protection, and payment processing built-in.

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Hospitable hosts Tracey and Aahil are short-term rental property managers in Ontario, Canada. In today’s episode, we discuss how Hospitable has helped them grow their property management business, the joys and challenges they face, how they choose which property owners to work with, and their advice on how owners should choose their property manager.

Check out the case study we did about one of Tracey's and Aahil's properties: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2Gt-a0OtjM

Follow Tracey and Aahil on Instagram @ airbnbsimplified and Youtube @CheckinginwithTraceyandAahil

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
2:41 - Transition from arbitrage to management
4:14 - Remote hosting
6:19 - Property management challenges
7:10 - How to find the right property manager
10:22 - Why property management
13:22 - Sustainable growth
16:00 - Client vetting and relationship building
19:45 - Lessons learned

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Find out more about Hospitable and get a 14-day free trial at https://hsptb.com/47WgnFD

Short-term and mid-term rental hosts use Hospitable to answer 90% of guest messages with AI-powered automated messaging, to automate their team notifications so they never miss a clean, and to avoid double bookings with a synchronized calendar across booking channels.

Hospitable allows hosts to build their own direct booking website with guest vetting, $5M damage protection, and payment processing built-in.

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Welcome back to the Hospitable Hosts podcast! The world of short-term rentals is constantly evolving, and insurance is no exception. Today, we have Darren Nix, Founder and CEO of Steadily (https://www.steadily.com/), here to help us navigate the STR insurance landscape in 2025 and beyond.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
2:29 - Homeowners' Insurance Vs Short-Term Rental
3:42 - Long-Term Vs Short-Term Rental Insurance Policies
5:07 - Insurance Coverage for Amenities
8:19 - Steadily Insurance Coverage
9:27 - Extreme Weather Impact on Insurance Policies
11:25 - Regulatory Changes and Insurance
12:09 - Potential Changes for STR Insurance
15:35 - Insurance Advice for First-Time STR Hosts

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Find out more about Hospitable and get a 14-day free trial at https://hsptb.com/47WgnFD

Short-term and mid-term rental hosts use Hospitable to answer 90% of guest messages with AI-powered automated messaging, to automate their team notifications so they never miss a clean, and to avoid double bookings with a synchronized calendar across booking channels.

Hospitable allows hosts to build their own direct booking website with guest vetting, $5M damage protection, and payment processing built-in.

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Welcome back to the Hospitable Hosts podcast! In this episode, we're diving deep into the world of STR cleaning with Brooks Sparks of Turno, to learn how a top-notch cleaning strategy can unlock more bookings, better reviews, and a more profitable business.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
2:06 - The Importance of a Great Cleaning Team for STR
4:06 - Finding Reliable Cleaners for Short-Term Rentals
5:32 - Managing Flexibility to Changing Demands
7:28 - Maintaining Consistent Cleaning Quality
10:51 - Turno Cleaner Guarantee
12:18 - The Impact of Cleaning on Occupancy
14:40 - What's Coming Up in 2025

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Find out more about Hospitable and get a 14-day free trial at https://hsptb.com/47WgnFD

Short-term and mid-term rental hosts use Hospitable to answer 90% of guest messages with AI-powered automated messaging, to automate their team notifications so they never miss a clean, and to avoid double bookings with a synchronized calendar across booking channels.

Hospitable allows hosts to build their own direct booking website with guest vetting, $5M damage protection, and payment processing built-in.

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Join us as we sit down with Josh Baldovino, a real estate investor who juggles multiple roles with remarkable success. By day, he's a Marketing Manager for a California winery, but his entrepreneurial spirit doesn't stop there. Josh also runs his own marketing agency and manages an impressive real estate portfolio, including a 111-unit apartment complex, 8 long-term rentals, and 4 short-term rentals in Columbus, Ohio. He's mastered various acquisition strategies – from the BRRRR method to wholesale deals – proving his versatility and market knowledge. In this episode of Hospitable Hosts, Josh shares his insights on balancing a busy schedule, maximizing ROI, and leveraging marketing expertise to thrive in the competitive world of real estate investing.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
1:00 - The best strategy for real estate acquisition
2:55 - Returns on STR vs LTR
4:28 - Staying organized with many properties
6:26 - Navigating a diverse portfolio
8:10 - Bringing in the marketing expertise
10:41 - Advice for beginners in short-term rentals
13:37 - Important software features to consider
16:36 - Future plans
18:06 - 2025 STR market predictions

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Find out more about Hospitable and get a 14-day free trial at https://hsptb.com/47WgnFD

Short-term and mid-term rental hosts use Hospitable to answer 90% of guest messages with AI-powered automated messaging, to automate their team notifications so they never miss a clean, and to avoid double bookings with a synchronized calendar across booking channels.

Hospitable allows hosts to build their own direct booking website with guest vetting, $5M damage protection, and payment processing built-in.

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Welcome back to the Hospitable Hosts Podcast! Today, we're diving deep into the world of short-term rentals with a true expert in creating unforgettable guest experiences. Joining us is Steph Weber, founder of The Weber Co (http://theweberco.com), a company that helps hosts transform their properties into sought-after destinations through strategic branding, impactful design, and savvy marketing. Steph is also a hands-on host herself, leveraging powerful tools like Hospitable to streamline her operations and maximize bookings. Get ready for a jam-packed episode full of actionable insights and inspiring ideas to elevate your short-term rental game!
Follow Steph on Instagram @theweberco

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
1:44 - Getting started with short-term rental interior design
5:14 - Common mistakes in STR branding and marketing
8:05 - Starting to market your short-term rental property
11:15 - Differentiating your property from the competition
15:56 - Balancing aesthetics and durability
20:26 - Using Hospitable to elevate guest experience
23:10 - 2025 industry trends

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Find out more about Hospitable and get a 14-day free trial at https://hsptb.com/47WgnFD

Short-term and mid-term rental hosts use Hospitable to answer 90% of guest messages with AI-powered automated messaging, to automate their team notifications so they never miss a clean, and to avoid double bookings with a synchronized calendar across booking channels.

Hospitable allows hosts to build their own direct booking website with guest vetting, $5M damage protection, and payment processing built-in.

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This episode of the Hospitable Hosts podcast features Sally Henry, Vice President of Business Development at Key Data. Sally will provide a deep dive into the latest short-term rental (STR) trends in Australia, sharing key data insights that can help property managers, investors, and hosts better understand the market dynamics. The discussion will focus on how to leverage data to make informed decisions, optimize revenue, and stay ahead in the competitive STR landscape.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction to Keydata
3:50 - Surprising trends of the Australian STR market
7:47 - Understanding supply in your area
9:26 - Data segmentation
13:25 - Key metrics for short-term rental operators
20:33 - Future Australian STR market trends

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Find out more about Hospitable and get a 14-day free trial at https://hsptb.com/47WgnFD

Short-term and mid-term rental hosts use Hospitable to answer 90% of guest messages with AI-powered automated messaging, to automate their team notifications so they never miss a clean, and to avoid double bookings with a synchronized calendar across booking channels.

Hospitable allows hosts to build their own direct booking website with guest vetting, $5M damage protection, and payment processing built-in.

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In today’s episode of the Hospitable Hosts podcast, we’re talking to Jeffrey Cottle, Senior Attorney at Anderson Business Advisors. Jeff and Miles dig into some key tax topics for short-term rental hosts in the US including how to decide on a business structure, how to maximize tax deductions, and some of the challenges that come with managing rentals across multiple states.

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Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:34 - Using a business entity
6:05 - How to choose a business structure
9:55 - Business structure example for short-term rentals
12:25 - Maximizing tax deductions for short-term rental owners
20:50 - Owning properties in different states
25:45 - Top legal short-term rental pitfalls
29:58 - Estate planning with STRs

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Find out more about Hospitable and get a 14-day free trial at https://hsptb.com/47WgnFD

Short-term and mid-term rental hosts use Hospitable to answer 90% of guest messages with AI-powered automated messaging, to automate their team notifications so they never miss a clean, and to avoid double bookings with a synchronized calendar across booking channels.

Hospitable allows hosts to build their own direct booking website with guest vetting, $5M damage protection, and payment processing built-in.

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https://www.linkedin.com/company/hospitable/
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https://twitter.com/hospitable

Today we're joined by Grace Gudenkauf, a real estate investor who took a leap of faith in 2021, leaving her engineering career to build a thriving rental business (including short, mid, and long-term rentals). Now owning and self-managing over 25 units across multiple states, Grace is a master of remote management and a champion for women in real estate. She's here to share her incredible journey, from taking the plunge to building a team and empowering others through her book and community. Get ready for an inspiring conversation packed with actionable advice for aspiring and seasoned investors alike!

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
1:09 - From engineer to empire builder
2:39 - Real estate portfolio make up
3:46 - Mid-term focus
5:04 - Challenges of self-managing your portfolio
6:13 - The drawbacks of having a portfolio manager
7:50 - Automation tools for property management
9:20 - Hiring and team building
11:35 - Other business ventures
12:50 - Advice for people starting in the rental business
14:11 - Biggest lesson learned
15:09 - Goals for the next year
16:08 - WIIRE news

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Find out more about Hospitable and get a 14-day free trial at https://hsptb.com/47WgnFD

Short-term and mid-term rental hosts use Hospitable to answer 90% of guest messages with AI-powered automated messaging, to automate their team notifications so they never miss a clean, and to avoid double bookings with a synchronized calendar across booking channels.

Hospitable allows hosts to build their own direct booking website with guest vetting, $5M damage protection, and payment processing built-in.

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Welcome to today's episode of the Hospitable Hosts podcast with Founder and CEO of Boostly, Mark Simpson. Mark is a stand-out professional in the industry, having worked in hospitality (across various roles) for decades, and understands the everyday challenges of hosts. In today's episode, Mark guides us through 6 tips to help you grow direct to be 65% of your bookings.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
1:34 - Driving 65% of short-term rental bookings via direct
4:31 - Getting started with direct bookings
8:40 - The importance of knowing your property
14:16 - Becoming the go-to host
18:55 - The tech stack for direct bookings
22:26 - Creating a successful direct booking website
28:15 - Social media marketing for direct bookings

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Find out more about Hospitable and get a 14-day free trial at https://hsptb.com/47WgnFD

Short-term and mid-term rental hosts use Hospitable to answer 90% of guest messages with AI-powered automated messaging, to automate their team notifications so they never miss a clean, and to avoid double bookings with a synchronized calendar across booking channels.

Hospitable allows hosts to build their own direct booking website with guest vetting, $5M damage protection, and payment processing built-in.

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In this episode, we sit down with Jeff Usner, founder of STR Digital (https://strdigital.com/) and a successful short-term rental host (https://paluxuryrentals.com/). Jeff shares his journey into the world of vacation rentals, highlighting the challenges he faced and how he overcame them with the help of Hospitable. Discover how Jeff leverages Hospitable's features to manage his diverse portfolio, maximize direct bookings, and streamline his operations & how he has grown 3 of the top 11 revenue properties in PA, including the #1 revenue property in PA in less than 2 years. We'll also explore how Jeff's company, STR Digital, empowers other hosts with automated messaging and repeat booking funnels to achieve remarkable growth. Get ready for valuable insights and actionable strategies to elevate your short-term rental business.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
2:30 - Jeff's property portfolio
5:10 - Finding Hospitable
7:06 - The role of technology in upselling
10:23 - Direct booking strategy
13:05 - STR Digital
18:04 - Marketing for re-booking
20:35 - Collecting guest data
22:22 - Tips for STR hosts

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Find out more about Hospitable and get a 14-day free trial at https://hsptb.com/47WgnFD

Short-term and mid-term rental hosts use Hospitable to answer 90% of guest messages with AI-powered automated messaging, to automate their team notifications so they never miss a clean, and to avoid double bookings with a synchronized calendar across booking channels.

Hospitable allows hosts to build their own direct booking website with guest vetting, $5M damage protection, and payment processing built-in.

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Join us for a fascinating conversation with Ethan Brown, a Sunshine Coast host who loved Hospitable so much, he joined the team!

Ethan shares his journey from clueless newbie to automation-savvy host, revealing how Hospitable transformed his business and allowed him to manage his properties remotely while traveling Australia in a caravan with his wife and dogs!

Discover how Ethan's firsthand experience as a host shaped his contributions to Hospitable's growth, from customer support to his current role as General Manager of Asia Pacific.

Plus, gain valuable insights into Ethan's favorite Hospitable features (hint: automation is key!), his top tips for new hosts, and his exciting plans to expand his own short-term rental business.

Don't miss this inspiring story of a passionate host turned valued employee!

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
2:11 - Ethan's hosting journey
4:40 - Getting help with short-term rental automation
6:15 - Becoming a Hospitable user
10:50 - Automation and remote hosting
12:10 - Becoming a Hospitable employee
13:50 - Hospitable career journey
17: 39 - Favorite Hospitable feature
19:15 - Advice for new hosts starting on Hospitable
21:00 - Future plans for Ethan's STR business
22:29 - Growth plans on booking channels

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Find out more about Hospitable and get a 14-day free trial at https://hsptb.com/47WgnFD

Short-term and mid-term rental hosts use Hospitable to answer 90% of guest messages with AI-powered automated messaging, to automate their team notifications so they never miss a clean, and to avoid double bookings with a synchronized calendar across booking channels.

Hospitable allows hosts to build their own direct booking website with guest vetting, $5M damage protection, and payment processing built-in.

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This episode of Hospitable Hosts dives deep into the world of co-hosting with a unique twist! Join us as we chat with Kevin, a member of the Hospitable customer support team, and his wife Natalia, who were successful Hospitable users before Kevin joined the company.

Kevin and Natalia share their inspiring journey of becoming co-hosts, revealing the secrets to their successful partnership.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
1:38 - Getting into the short-term rental business
4:25 - What is rewarding about the STR business
6:25 - Challenges of running short-term rentals
11:35 - Discovering Hospitable
16:51 - The most helpful feature for vacation rental hosts
19:12 - Exciting future aspirations for Hospitable
22:25 - What's coming for Kevin and Natalia
25:35 - Advice for vacation rental hosts

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Find out more about Hospitable and get a 14-day free trial at https://hsptb.com/47WgnFD

Short-term and mid-term rental hosts use Hospitable to answer 90% of guest messages with AI-powered automated messaging, to automate their team notifications so they never miss a clean, and to avoid double bookings with a synchronized calendar across booking channels.

Hospitable allows hosts to build their own direct booking website with guest vetting, $5M damage protection, and payment processing built-in.

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Welcome back to Hospitable Hosts! Today we're diving into the dark side of short-term rentals – the horror stories that keep hosts up at night. But don't worry, we've also got the solutions. Joining us is Melissa Bernardo from Alertify (https://www.alertify.io/) to talk noise, smoke, and how to protect your property.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
2:40 - Why hosts use Alertify
4:03 - What can happen at unprotected properties
8:35 - How Alertify works
10:45 - Alertify integration with Hospitable
14:53 - Best practices to prevent parties and smoking at your STR
18:45 - Learn more about Alertify

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Find out more about Hospitable and get a 14-day free trial at https://hsptb.com/47WgnFD

Short-term and mid-term rental hosts use Hospitable to answer 90% of guest messages with AI-powered automated messaging, to automate their team notifications so they never miss a clean, and to avoid double bookings with a synchronized calendar across booking channels.

Hospitable allows hosts to build their own direct booking website with guest vetting, $5M damage protection, and payment processing built-in.

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Welcome back to Hospitable Hosts! In this episode, we are discussing a great success story. Ekabo Home has made a name for itself in Atlanta, Georgia’s short-term rental industry, thanks to its founder, Niyi Adewole, and his vision for combining property appreciation with cash flow generation. Starting with just one rental property in April 2021, Ekabo Home has grown into a thriving property management business, utilizing Hospitable Direct and automation to streamline operations and achieve success.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
1:45 - Switching to direct bookings
3:17 - Convincing guests to book direct
4:45 - Using gated Wi-Fi
5:16 - The most important thing for direct booking growth
6:26 - Challenges with direct bookings
7:26 - Using Hospitable for direct bookings
8:56 - The learning experience with direct booking tools
10:38 - Good-to-add features
12:37 - Advice for hosts
14:02 - Future growth plans

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Find out more about Hospitable and get a 14-day free trial at https://hsptb.com/47WgnFD

Short-term and mid-term rental hosts use Hospitable to answer 90% of guest messages with AI-powered automated messaging, to automate their team notifications so they never miss a clean, and to avoid double bookings with a synchronized calendar across booking channels.

Hospitable allows hosts to build their own direct booking website with guest vetting, $5M damage protection, and payment processing built-in.

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Welcome back to the Hospitable Hosts podcast! Today, we're diving deep into the world of DSCR loans – a powerful financing tool for short-term rental investors. We're thrilled to have Jeff Ball, the CEO of Visio Lending (https://www.visiolending.com/), here to guide us through the ins and outs of DSCR, sharing his expert insights to help you make informed decisions for your rental portfolio.

If you enjoy this episode, don’t forget to live, review, and/or subscribe to the Hospitable Hosts podcast to show your support!

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
2:11 - DSCR loans
4:57 - Applying for a short-term rental loan
6:47 - DSCR loan terms vs regular mortgage
10:29 - How the Fed interest rates affect DSCR loan market
15:48 - Key considerations for DSCR loans
19:10 - Reaching out to Visio Lending

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Find out more about Hospitable and get a 14-day free trial at https://hsptb.com/47WgnFD

Short-term and mid-term rental hosts use Hospitable to answer 90% of guest messages with AI-powered automated messaging, to automate their team notifications so they never miss a clean, and to avoid double bookings with a synchronized calendar across booking channels.

Hospitable allows hosts to build their own direct booking website with guest vetting, $5M damage protection, and payment processing built-in.

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Welcome back to the Hospitable Hosts podcast! Today, we're diving into the exciting world of direct bookings. We're thrilled to have Gil Chan, the CEO and Founder of CraftedStays (https://craftedstays.co/), here to share his expertise on how to create a high-converting direct booking website.

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Timestamps:
0:00 - Gil's hosting story
4:13 - Advantages of direct booking for vacation rental hosts
5:48 - Figuring out your target audience and communicating to them
7:40 - Building trust through your direct booking website
8:55 - Common issues with direct booking websites
10:44 - Staying top of mind for your website visitors
12:20 - Website metrics for STR hosts to pay attention
16:12 - Optimizing the direct booking flow
18:15 - Direct booking future predictions
21:25 - Find out more about CraftedStays


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Short-term and mid-term rental hosts use Hospitable to answer 90% of guest messages with AI-powered automated messaging, to automate their team notifications so they never miss a clean, and to avoid double bookings with a synchronized calendar across booking channels.

Hospitable allows hosts to build their own direct booking website with guest vetting, $5M damage protection, and payment processing built-in.

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Today on Hospitable Hosts, we have a unique story about a Hospitable employee who turned host himself so that he could better understand the challenges that hosts face.

Tune in to hear Toby's story of going from being a Hospitable team member to an entrepreneur and the valuable lessons he learned along the way.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
01:16 - Becoming a host
03:17 - Combining hosting with a full-time job
05:02 - Lessons learned from one year of hosting
08:17 - STR industry in Nigeria
09:11 - Hospitable features Toby is excited to use
10:17 - Toby's future plans for hosting
10:38 - Need for community in short-term renting
12:25 - How Toby helps short-term rental hosts
13:42 - Vacation rental industry predictions

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Find out more about Hospitable and get a 14-day free trial at https://hospitable.com/

Short-term and mid-term rental hosts use Hospitable to answer 90% of guest messages with AI-powered automated messaging, to automate their team notifications so they never miss a clean, and to avoid double bookings with a synchronized calendar across booking channels.

Hospitable allows hosts to build their own direct booking website with guest vetting, $5M damage protection, and payment processing built-in.

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In this episode of the Hospitable Hosts podcast, we are joined by Jodi Bourne. Jodi is a vacation rental business and marketing coach, educator, and website designer, with a rich background in business management, brand messaging, digital marketing, and customer service across various industries, focusing on tourism and vacation rentals since 2014.

Jodi's passion for tourism and hospitality shines through in her work and everything she does. She is dedicated to helping savvy vacation rental hosts build a more professional business, create a memorable, guest-first experience, and leverage destination and relationship marketing for long-term success.

You can find Jodi online at https://jodibourne.com/ and on Instagram or Facebook at @heyjodibourne.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
1:41 - Social media for direct bookings
2:31 - Advantages of social media
3:48 - Establishing your tone of voice with AI
5:34 - Defining your perfect guest avatar
7:35 - Social media content to promote vacation rentals
9:10 - User-generated content for vacation rentals
10:50 - Content creators for short-term rental social media
13:48 - Tracking your marketing results
15:47 - Social media advertising for vacation rentals
17:30 - Social media posting frequency for vacation rentals
20:28 - Coaching programs and courses

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Find out more about Hospitable and get a 14-day free trial at https://hospitable.com/

Short-term and mid-term rental hosts use Hospitable to answer 90% of guest messages with AI-powered automated messaging, to automate their team notifications so they never miss a clean, and to avoid double bookings with a synchronized calendar across booking channels.

Hospitable allows hosts to build their own direct booking website with guest vetting, $5M damage protection, and payment processing built-in.

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https://www.linkedin.com/company/hospitable/
https://www.facebook.com/hospitableHQ
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