No Vacancy The Podcast with Natalie Palmer

This week I interviewed Jamie Lane, chief economist at AirDNA. This guy is an encyclopedia of data and numbers about the STR industry, and the figures he shares will have you excited about what's to come for the industry, AND warn you about what markets and trends to AVOID in 2025 and beyond.This episode is a must listen for anyone planning to scale up and make their next real estate investment in the next 6-12 months!Connect:Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb InstagramPodcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | kelsey@hospitality.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I talk with Alex Shapiro, CEO and founder of CanMonkey. I am a huge CanMonkey fan, and have been raving for years about how genius this solution is for hosts, so it was about time we finally sat down to chat with Alex!If you've been struggling with how to manage trash in your listing, CanMonkey is your answer. Email alex@canmonkey.com and let him know that I sent you from No Vacancy for your first month free!Connect:Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb InstagramPodcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | kelsey@hospitality.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I talk with Noble Crawford about his unique midterm rental strategy, specifically targeting flight attendants and pilots with crash pads near airports. Noble, co-founder of a hospitality brand based in Texas, shares how he accidentally stumbled into this niche market and expanded his operations. We discuss the logistics of managing these rentals, including the importance of minimal amenities, creating a comfortable yet functional environment, and maintaining privacy for guests. Noble also highlights the financial viability of this strategy, differences in market approaches, and future plans for expanding his operations.Connect with Noble on InstagramConnect:Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb InstagramPodcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | kelsey@hospitality.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I sit down with Kassidy Warren, who went from renting a room in his house for $35/night, to now having an STR portfolio worth $12million. He also just recently pivoted into boutique hotels, and outlines his plan to achieve a $100million net worth in the next 5 years.I loved Kassidy's transparency in this conversation – he held nothing back and spills all the tea that has helped him reach success. SO MUCH of what he shares is advice I have NEVER heard from a podcast guest before! This is an episode that will really challenge how you've been approaching STRs, and will leave you thinking for a long time after you listen.Connect with Kassidy @qkassidywConnect:Start Your Airbnb InstagramPodcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | kelsey@hospitality.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I interview Jeremy Werden, Co-Founder of BNBCalc and host of the STR Pros Podcast. Jeremy shares his unique journey into the short-term rental market from a boat rental business during the COVID-19 pandemic to managing a successful property portfolio. Key topics include overcoming financing challenges, the benefits of using BNBCalc for property investment analysis, and best practices for Airbnb hosting. Emphasizing the pitfalls of extra guest fees and the misuse of entry locks, the discussion offers practical advice for clear communication, simplified policies, and optimized guest experiences. This episode is packed with insights for both new and experienced investors and hosts.Thank you to my sponsors!Start using Turno today!Get 3 months of HostGPO for free! Connect:Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb InstagramPodcast Producer: Kelsey Tran | kelsey@hospitality.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, and thanks for checking in today to No Vacancy The Podcast!baselane.comNatalie sits down with Matias Korter and Saad Dar from Baselane to explore the features and benefits of their real estate investment management platform. Matias, CEO and co-founder, discusses his background in financial services and real estate, and the inspiration behind Baselane, emphasizing its core aims: saving time, providing visibility and control, and aiding growth for real estate investors. Saad Dar, leading business development and partnerships, shares his transition from frustration over the lack of integrated technology in real estate investing to contributing to Baselane. The conversation reveals Baselane's comprehensive approach in addressing the specific needs of landlords by streamlining bookkeeping, banking, and reporting — thereby maximizing passive income. Features discussed include automated categorizations, virtual debit cards for managing expenses, high APY on deposits, cashback rewards, and upcoming functionalities like automated transfers and multi-user access. The platform's dedication to real estate specificity and user feedback to constantly upgrade its services is highlighted. Listeners are guided on how to easily sign up and begin utilizing Baselane to optimize their real estate business operations.Thank you to my sponsors!Start using Turno today!Get 3 months of HostGPO for free! Connect:Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I sit down with Zach Busekrus of StayWatch (formerly known as Sponstayneous), and the host of the Behind The Stays podcast!What is StayWatch? Think of it like Google Flight Alerts but for Airbnbs! Guests who love to travel can join the StayWatch newsletter and set filters around their favorite destinations and property size, and when listings that meet that criteria are still available last minute, guests get notified. Zach talks to us about how we can increase bookings as hosts by implementing StayWatch into our booking strategy.He also shares some insightful stats about which places he's noticing that guests are most interested in traveling to, and what sort of properties guests are looking for!Connect with ZachZach's episode with AirDNA's Jamie LaneListen to episode 55 with Zach Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I'm reacting to a hilarious segment from Tim Dillon's show. He calls out a ton of BS in the retail industry, and as I listened I couldn't help but realize how much of this behavior hosts are also guilty of... MYSELF INCLUDED.I'm confessing some cardinal hosting sins I've committed and vowing to never be that kind of host again!!!👉🏼 I'll be in San Diego next week (July 8-9th) as a speaker at the STR Nation conference!⏰ Hurry! Use code NATALIE to save $100 on your ticket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Katie Cline, a luxury hospitality expert with experience at prestigious hotels like Ritz Carlton, shares her journey into short-term rentals. She emphasizes the importance of creating exceptional guest experiences by using design narratives and professional photography. Cline discusses how STRs can compete with hotels through personalized touches and effective branding. The conversation also touches on the unique challenges of family travel accommodations and the humorous complexities of hosting, including a wild Airbnb incident involving a guest and a gas stove.

In this episode of 'No Vacancy the Podcast,' Natalie brings on Isaac French, the visionary and creator behind Live Oak Lake, a stunning seven-cabin landscape hotel in Texas. Isaac shares his remarkable journey from finding the perfect piece of raw land on Zillow to building and eventually selling the property for an astonishing $7 million. He delves into the financials, design choices, challenges, and successes he encountered along the way. This episode provides insightful details about the value of building an engaged audience, leveraging social media for direct bookings, and running a highly profitable short-term rental property. The podcast concludes with valuable tips for aspiring vacation rental hosts and a segment where Natalie addresses an 'Am I the Airbnb Hole' query about guests asking for discounts.00:00 Welcome to No Vacancy Podcast00:31 Simplifying Short-Term Rental Setup with Host GPO01:30 Introducing Isaac French and Live Oak Lake02:48 Isaac's Journey: From Concept to Creation04:25 Finding the Perfect Property04:44 Financing and Building Live Oak Lake06:10 Overcoming Challenges and Achieving Success16:40 The Power of Direct Bookings and Social Media24:29 Navigating Financials and Scaling the Business33:25 Emotional Connection and Bittersweet Decisions33:38 Unexpected Offers and Appraisal Challenges35:44 Negotiations and Closing the Deal37:05 Investor Satisfaction and Profit Breakdown38:22 Reflecting on the Journey and Future Plans41:04 Building a Community and Sharing Knowledge52:33 The Importance of Unique Vision in Hospitality58:27 Closing Remarks and Future Projects01:01:34 Am I the Airbnb Hole?Connect with Isaac at these links:Isaac's InstagramWebsiteYouTubeThank you to my sponsors!Start using Turno today!Get 3 months of HostGPO for free! Connect:Show Notes | Start Your Airbnb Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices