Real estate investors and social media influencers Sarah Glidewell and Emily Carnes, also known as The Karwells, join us on this weeks episode. Sarah and Emily share their journey from struggling to start short-term rental businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic to scaling and diversifying their real estate endeavors into potentially exploring commercial properties and focusing on their brand. They discuss the importance of prioritizing guest experiences, the role of social media in building trust and connection, the dynamics of working with a close friend, and the shift towards seeking balance between work and personal life. Additionally, they offer insights into learning from failures and the significance of designing a fulfilling day-to-day life that aligns with personal values and professional goals.
00:00 Unlocking Productivity: It's About Prioritization, Not Time
00:14 Meet the Hosts: Pioneers of Short Term Rental Investing
00:37 The Power of Short Term Rentals: A New Path to Financial Freedom
01:18 Introducing the Episode's Special Guests: The Journey of Sarah and Emily
04:44 From Humble Beginnings to Short Term Rental Success
06:14 Navigating Challenges: The Resilience of Short Term Rental Entrepreneurs
10:10 Transitioning to Property Ownership and Building a Brand
13:18 The Dynamics of Working with Your Best Friend in Business
17:27 Exploring Future Visions and Business Goals
18:16 Launching Mentorship and Embracing Community
19:11 Venturing into Commercial Real Estate and Hospitality
21:41 Finding Balance and Prioritizing Wellness
25:04 The Importance of Discipline and Happiness in Entrepreneurship
29:53 Prioritizing Friendship in Business Partnerships
31:30 Leveraging Social Media for Business Growth
34:22 Key Advice for Success in Short Term Rentals
Sarah Glidewell and Emily Karnaz's Bio
Sarah Glidewell and Emily Karnaz are best friends and business partners who grew up in the middle of nowhere Michigan and began investing in STRs in 2019. Since then they have done everything under the sun when it comes to vacation rental investing. They’ve designed, arbitraged, purchased, managed, raised capital for, and educated on vacation rentals because it’s what they’re most passionate about.
Connect with Sarah and Emily
www.thekarwells.space
www.instagram.com/thekarwells
www.tiktok.com/@thekarwells
Connect with the Hosts
Michael Sjogren: Short Term Rental Secrets Facebook Group | Clubhouse | Instagram | Youtube | Facebook Page | Linkedin
https://linktr.ee/mikesjogren
Emanuele Pani: Clubhouse | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin
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