Landlord Diaries - The Monthly Rentals Podcast

Connect with Furnished Finder.What happens when a real estate investor hands off 13 midterm rentals for two weeks to a property management team while traveling out of the country?In this episode of Landlord Diaries by Furnished Finder, Katie shares what happened when Zach and Amanda Palmer stepped in to manage her monthly rentals while she was on vacation with her family. They break down the systems, communication, tenant management, and operational habits that made it possible to keep everything running smoothly across multiple furnished rentals.You’ll also hear how Zach and Amanda are building their own midterm rental business, why they chose the MTR strategy for their ADU, how a small furnished rental is helping cover a major portion of their mortgage, and which simple changes increased tenant demand.This episode is packed with practical takeaways for real estate investors, landlords, and hosts who want to scale monthly furnished rentals, improve operations, and make better use of Furnished Finder tools. If you are exploring midterm rentals, monthly rentals, travel nurse housing, ADU investing, self-managing rentals, or Furnished Finder listing strategies, this episode is for you.Timestamps0:00 Welcome to Landlord Diaries, the monthly rentals podcast1:00 Zach and Amanda’s real estate investing story and current portfolio1:30 Katie asks them to manage her properties for 2 weeks3:00 The systems behind a smooth midterm rental operation5:45 Are MTR tenant needs different across markets?6:50 Why communication style matters in monthly rentals8:30 First steps to set up a successful midterm rental10:30 How to find the right cleaner for your MTR12:40 Why they bought a property with an ADU17:10 Why the ADU became a midterm rental17:40 How a 400 sq ft ADU covers half the mortgage18:45 The one change that increased tenant demand20:15 Roundtable: biggest game changers in their MTR business23:05 Responsiveness and flexibility win more bookings23:50 Why documenting your setup and using Google Voice helps26:10 Rapid fire real estate lessons and who they trust mostResourcesList Your Property on Furnished Finder:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/list-your-property Use code LLD10 for $10 off new listingsTrending Midterm Rental Resources:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResourcesPalmer Listings on Furnished Finder:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?id=d559824-4b7c-a58-98a-b8be64Host Katie Lyon’s Properties:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=katie.lyon8Host Kelly Bailey’s Properties:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Kelly.Bailey13 The Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.

Connect with Furnished Finder.What if you could keep the income of short term rentals but lose most of the daily work? There is a powerful middle ground between Airbnb and long term rentals that most investors completely overlook. In this episode of Landlord Diaries, we sit down with Tim Hubbard, CEO of Corzly and host of the Short Term Rental Riches podcast, to unpack why experienced short term rental investors are adding midterm rentals.Tim has hosted more than 50,000 guests across 10 countries and manages more than 200 properties worldwide. His portfolio includes both short term rentals and monthly furnished rentals, giving him a unique perspective on how investors can blend both strategies for stronger returns, fewer vacancies, and simpler operations.You will learn why many landlords are discovering that midterm rentals are the sweet spot between short term and long term leasing. With monthly tenants staying an average of around 100 days on Furnished Finder, landlords can enjoy steady income with far fewer turnovers.We also explore how investors manage furnished rentals from hundreds or even thousands of miles away, how to pivot properties seasonally between STR and MTR, and why platforms like Furnished Finder are becoming essential for landlords looking to capture growing demand from traveling professionals, relocating families, travel nurses and more.Furnished Finder currently connects more than 240,000 landlords with over 6 million travelers each year looking for monthly housing, making it the largest platforms dedicated to midterm rentals.If you are a real estate investor, Airbnb host, or landlord looking to stabilize income while reducing operational headaches, this conversation will show you how monthly furnished rentals can fit into your portfolio.List your property on Furnished Finder now:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/list-your-property Use code LLD10 for $10 off new listings.Monthly rental resources:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResourcesTimestamps0:00 Welcome to Landlord Diaries, The Monthly Rentals Podcast1:25 Tim Hubbard’s investing journey and how Corzly scaled into STR and MTR2:10 Why midterm rentals became a natural evolution for experienced STR investors3:20 Managing furnished rentals remotely from 100 miles to 1,000+ miles away5:20 Why monthly rentals are the “sweet spot” between short term and long term rentals7:30 Common midterm rental myths that stop landlords from getting started9:35 How to determine if your property should be STR, MTR, or a hybrid strategy12:45 The one automation system that made scaling remote rentals easier15:25 What guests love most when staying in furnished rentals for months17:10 Key policy differences between short term and midterm rental agreements20:25 When STR vs MTR makes the most sense seasonally23:30 Why investors lose money by ignoring midterm rentals during STR off seasons25:20 Building trust with both short term guests and monthly tenants30:15 Hidden tools and overlooked features on Furnished Finder32:00 Advice for landlords nervous about managing rentals remotely33:10 What every landlord should include in a midterm rental guidebook34:20 Where the midterm rental market is heading over the nex The Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.

Connect with Furnished Finder.Can a firefighter and paramedic build a profitable midterm rental business while working demanding W2 jobs? In this episode, you will learn how monthly rentals on Furnished Finder can create consistent income, significantly fewer turnovers than Airbnb, and a scalable real estate side hustle without quitting your job.  Mike and Celine Gonzalez share how they transitioned from accidental insurance bookings to a thriving monthly rental portfolio that now includes STRs, MTRs, partnerships, and a coaching business.  After discovering Furnished Finder through this very podcast, they listed their property before it was even finished and received multiple 3 to 4 month booking requests within days.You will learn:The difference between short term vs midterm renter psychologyHow couples can divide roles without damaging their relationshipThe exact Furnished Finder tools they rely on for tenant screening, leases, rent collection, and messaging templatesWhy responding fast to leads can make or break your occupancyHow midterm rentals align with full time or service based careers like fire and EMSIf you are a real estate investor, W2 employee, or couple looking for a scalable rental side hustle with less turnover and more stability than Airbnb, this episode breaks down a proven path.List Your Property on Furnished Finder:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/list-your-property Use code LLD10 for $10 off new listings ⏱ Episode Timestamps0:00 Introduction to Landlord Diaries and Monthly Rental Investing2:05 Who introduced the idea of furnished and midterm rentals first4:30 Scaling beyond the first 9 month insurance booking6:20 Short term vs midterm renter mindset and guest behavior differences7:30 Current STR and MTR portfolio breakdown and partnership properties10:55 How a firefighter and paramedic manage a midterm rental side hustle15:25 Advice from experienced hosts on working with your spouse18:20 Creating boundaries between marriage, W2 careers, and rental business20:00 Staying in your lane and focusing on growth instead of busy tasks21:45 Essential systems and tools for running a successful midterm rental24:50 Why Furnished Finder leads drive consistent monthly bookings25:55 Using message templates to respond quickly and win bookings27:35 Leveraging the Furnished Finder dashboard for screening, leases, and payments28:40 Defining your mission and long term goals before scaling30:45 Why service first hosting leads to long term profitability32:55 Receiving booking requests before the property is fully furnished35:05 Rapid fire questions: The one rental task you would hand off to your partner Explore Midterm Rental Resources:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources  View Mike and Celine’s Furnished Finder Listings:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Mike_G   The Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.

Connect with Furnished Finder.What if you could buy a 10-property portfolio in just 5 years by keeping it simple and stacking the right strategies at the right time? In this episode of Landlord Diaries, we sit down with Thach Nguyen, real estate mogul, mindset coach, and founder of Springboard to Wealth, to break down the step by step framework he teaches that helped him build to $100 million in real estate assets. Thach walks us through the 4 steps to getting started in real estate, from house hacking and value-add deals to equity growth and ADUs, Thach shares how clear goals, repeatable systems, and the right mindset can help investors scale faster than they think.Plus, we dive into monthly (midterm) rentals as a game-changing way to increase cash flow for these strategies, including a story of one landlord earning $9K per month on a single property using ADUs and monthly rentals. List your property now on Furnished Finder:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/list-your-property(Use code LLD10 for $10 off new listings)Timestamps:0:00 Welcome to Landlord Diaries, the Monthly Rentals Podcast2:30 How Thach shifted from survival to building lasting wealth5:00 Starting in real estate and buying his first home in 19915:50 Growing a $100M portfolio over 29 years6:45 The early strategy that built his property empire11:30 The 4 smartest ways to get started in real estate today13:30 Simplifying your first property purchase14:40 Landlord spotlight: Kelly's first investment and cash flow win16:00 How equity and value-adds drive cash flow and the 1% rule19:30 The best (and worst) ways to increase property value21:20 Where monthly midterm rentals fit in a smart, stacked strategy24:25 Thach realizes he's been doing midterms all along!25:40 PadSplit + Furnished Finder: Room rentals that work27:40 Midterm vs long-term cash flow: Micro unit case study29:55 Real investor story: $9K/month from one property with midterms31:30 Why the money is made in the buy, not the sale32:25 How simple mid-term upgrades yield near short-term returns34:25 How a resilient mindset fuels real estate success36:00 Thach’s rarely told FBI story: mindset through adversity40:20 Grit, growth, and finding strength in hardship43:00 Mindset takeaways from Katie and Kelly47:20 One action every investor should take todayTrending Monthly Rental Resources:http The Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.

Connect with Furnished Finder.Why did this NPR host skip Airbnb and never look back? In this episode of Landlord Diaries, The Monthly Rentals Podcast by Furnished Finder, we sit down with Ilona Limonta-Volkova, host of NPR’s Money Memories podcast and Forbes columnist, to break down why travel nurses and other monthly rental tenants continue to be one of the most reliable and landlord friendly renter groups, especially for first time investors. From avoiding short term rental (Airbnb) regulations to attracting professional tenants who stay longer and are gentle on your property, this conversation shows why monthly rentals have become a smarter, lower stress alternative.Ilona walks through how she bought a distressed historic home, navigated financing hurdles, and discovered monthly midterm rentals through travel nurses. She explains how monthly furnished rentals helped her avoid short term rental (Airbnb) regulations, reduce tenant anxiety, and gain confidence as a first time landlord.You will hear why travel nurses and MTR tenants appealed to her as a property owner, how Furnished Finder helped her connect with quality renters, and what she learned about pricing, flexibility, and risk along the way. This episode is not about complex formulas or hype. It is a real world look at how everyday investors get started, learn the business, and build momentum one property at a time.List Your Property Now on Furnished Finder:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/list-your-property(Use code LLD10 for $10 off new listings)Timestamps:0:00 Welcome to Landlord Diaries, The Monthly Rentals podcast2:10 Meet Ilona, NPR podcast host and finance professional4:55 Early money lessons and how financial mindset shapes investing decisions7:20 How one unexpected property turned Ilona into a landlord12:45 Investor fundamentals: why entry price matters more than most people think13:45 What happens when a property does not qualify for traditional financing15:25 Renovation timelines, construction loans, and refinancing lessons16:30 Discovering Furnished Finder and entering the world of monthly rentals18:45 Why travel nurses and medical professionals stood out as ideal tenants20:00 How monthly rentals helped reduce tenant risk for a first time landlord22:25 Turning one home into multiple rental options during renovations24:10 Seeing monthly rentals expand beyond travel nurses27:50 Why monthly rentals offer flexibility and multiple exit strategies28:45 Can a single monthly rental support real cash flow goals?33:30 Core takeaways on pricing control, market awareness, and investor goals35:00 Midterm vs long term rental pricing and tradeoffs39:05 How flexibility reshaped Ilona’s view of risk and wealth building40:05 Why open houses are one of the best learning tools for new landlords44:45 A personal money splurge Ilona never regrets46:00 What it has been like working with NPRIlona’s Listings on Furnished Finder: The Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.

Connect with Furnished Finder.Monthly rentals are no longer a niche real estate strategy. In this episode of Landlord Diaries, Furnished Finder CEO Jeff Hurst joins Katie Lyon and Kelly Bailey to unpack the first-ever data-backed report on the rapid rise of monthly rentals, created in partnership with AirDNA.Whether you're a short-term rental host, long-term landlord, or new investor looking for better cash flow and less turnover, this episode reveals why monthly midterm rentals are outpacing short-term rental growth, how cities across the U.S. are seeing explosive demand, and why monthly rentals now make up 19% of the total rental market.Plus, we explore:Why investors are shifting to midterm rentals in the 2026 marketUse Furnished Finder’s free Market Insights tool to validate demand in your areaMonthly rentals are earning STR-level returns with half the effortWhy 65% of Furnished Finder landlords are only on one platformStay to the end for a fun conversation with CEO Jeff Hurst where we dig into leadership lessons, big bets that paid off, and where he’d buy his own midterm rental.📥 Download the free report:www.furnishedfinder.com/resources/monthly-rental-market-trends-report📊 Research your market now with Market Insights:www.furnishedfinder.com/stats🎯 List your property (use code LLD10 for $10 off):www.furnishedfinder.com/list-your-property⏱️ Timestamps:0:00 Welcome to Landlord Diaries, the Monthly Rentals Podcast1:45 Key takeaways from the AirDNA & Furnished Finder Monthly Rentals Report4:25 Why AirDNA’s data was the perfect partner for this industry-first report6:00 Why monthly rentals are growing faster than short-term rentals7:55 Hotels are investing big in monthly rental inventory8:45 Monthly rentals now make up 19% of the entire rental market11:00 What’s driving nationwide growth in monthly furnished rentals13:30 Two macro trends fueling the midterm rental boom15:20 Real landlord case study: Who’s actually staying in monthly rentals17:00 What this shift means for the average landlord18:00 Jeff Hurst’s advice: “Invest in what you know”18:55 How to validate midterm demand with Furnished Finder’s Market Insights21:00 Monthly rentals are officially mainstream: what that means for investors23:25 20% of Furnished Finder listings are room rentals24:00 What the data says about ideal property sizes for monthly rentals26:55 Comparing monthly and short-term rentals: revenue, effort, and returns30:45 The real booking window for monthly rentals33:50 Midterm rental case studies from across the U.S.34:50 Top 20 fastest-growing cities for monthly rentals36:35 Why Abilene, TX is the fastest-growing midterm rental market38:25 Why rental arbitrage works so well for midterm strategies38:45 How Furnished Finder stands apart as the go-to platform for monthly stays42:20 Rapid Fire with Jeff Hurst: Advice, dream market, and CEO insights The Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.

Connect with Furnished Finder.Are you a real estate investor, agent, or house hacker looking for better cash flow and lower tenant drama? In this episode of Landlord Diaries, we sit down with Ryan Long, an Oregon-based Keller Williams broker and midterm rental pro who’s using Furnished Finder to create serious income and real estate deal flow. This episode also touches on how to be a landlord in such a market.Ryan shares what he wishes he knew before listing on Furnished Finder, how he leverages house hacking to acquire and optimize rentals, and why midterm rentals are the main strategy that makes sense in high-cost markets. You’ll hear real examples of client deals saved by midterm rentals, insider tips on tenant demand, AI tools that improve your listings instantly, and why agents should stop sleeping on monthly furnished housing.If you’re trying to scale your rental business or just get one smart deal off the ground, this episode will open your eyes to the massive opportunity in monthly rentals.List Your Property Now on Furnished Finder:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/list-your-property(Use code LLD10 for $10 off new listings)⏱️Timestamps:0:00 Meet today’s guest: broker, investor, and house hacker Ryan Long2:10 Ryan’s path from finance to real estate and investing3:50 Why Ryan started with monthly midterm rentals5:25 A look inside Ryan’s house hacking portfolio and strategies7:40 The biggest surprise about midterm rentals? The nonstop demand9:10 Why monthly rentals are a win for real estate clients in transition11:15 The “Cat Lady” story: How Ryan’s MTR solved a listing challenge12:45 Why today’s real estate market makes midterm rentals a must-have strategy15:25 The most common tenant types using Furnished Finder16:35 What to look for in a property if you want to start with MTRs20:35 How house hacking + MTR can turn “bad deals” into big wins25:15 Helping your real estate clients transition into monthly rentals26:25 Lessons Ryan wishes he knew before getting started with Furnished Finder27:30 The untapped opportunity for real estate agents in the MTR space28:30 Why Ryan says “don’t even start” without Furnished Finder29:20 Round Table: Lessons learned, booking windows, and setup hacksTrending Midterm Rental Resources:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResourcesRyan’s Listings on Furnished Finder: The Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.

Jason and Jaclyn McClure, co-founders of Vetted Homes, specialize in insurance midterm rentals (iMTR), which are booming with a staggering 185% growth. They share insights on how to effectively analyze and price iMTR properties while working with insurance companies. Their innovative approach combines property ownership and rental arbitrage, allowing them to quickly adapt to new markets. Listeners will appreciate real-life stories of families they've helped, highlighting the meaningful impact of their work in the community.

Connect with Furnished Finder.When long-term rentals stopped making sense, Cameron Carrozza pivoted to monthly (midterm) rentals and the numbers speak for themselves. In this episode, you'll learn how Cam went from collecting $925 in monthly rent to bringing in $2,500 for one unit by converting his duplexes into fully furnished midterm rentals. With six properties on Furnished Finder and average guest stays of 9–10 months, Cam shares how he hit the 1% rule (and beyond), the types of guests he loves hosting, and how he built a high-cashflow, low-maintenance real estate business.Whether you're a seasoned landlord or just thinking about your first rental, this episode is packed with real numbers, smart strategies, and inspiring stories including the exact ROI Cam got from furnishing one unit and how he tested a brand-new market with just one listing and zero furniture.🔗 List Your Property on Furnished Finder:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/list-your-property(Use code LLD10 for $10 off new listings)⏱️ Time Stamps:0:00 Welcome to Landlord Diaries, The Monthly Rentals Podcast2:45 How Cam went from California to 7 duplexes in small-town America6:05 When long-term rentals stop cash flowing, what’s next?8:30 Hitting (and exceeding) the 1% rule with monthly rentals10:00 Is furnishing worth it? How to calculate ROI11:45 Why safe neighborhoods matter to midterm tenants13:20 What size homes convert best to MTR?13:55 Can studios work for monthly rentals? Cam shares a surprise win15:15 How to spot a great investment deal17:00 Cam’s average stay length and who he loves to host18:50 How Furnished Finder became a key part of his strategy20:35 Advice for getting started with monthly rentals21:40 Testing markets on Furnished Finder when data is limited24:25 The underrated power of being the only listing in town25:50 Why you should list every unit separately on Furnished Finder26:40 How MTRs compare to long-term rentals27:55 Property Management: Long-term vs mid-term31:15 Remote property management tips that keep things simple35:15 Cam’s process for leases, screening, and renewals37:20 Cam’s best advice for first-time monthly rental hosts39:50 Rapid Fire: If your property had a theme song📍 Explore Monthly Rental Resources:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources🛏️ Cam’s Listings on Furnished Finder:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=cameron.carrozza The Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.

Connect with Furnished Finder.What if everything you think you know about monthly (midterm) rentals is wrong? In this episode of Landlord Diaries, we welcome Miguel del Mazo, a physician turned investor with six high-performing monthly rentals on Furnished Finder. Miguel skipped both short-term and long-term rentals entirely and jumped straight into the mid-term game. His results? 93% occupancy, low-maintenance tenants, and a business model that supports both his community and his family.From the ROI on different property sizes to how to handle pet policies and utilities, Miguel helps us bust the most common myths keeping real estate investors from entering the monthly rental space. Whether you’re new to real estate or looking for a smarter, scalable strategy, this episode is packed with insights that could change how you invest.Ready to rethink real estate and learn how to use Furnished Finder to grow your cash flow with confidence?List your property on Furnished Finder:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/list-your-property(Use code LLD10 for $10 off new listings)Time Stamps0:00 Intro to Landlord Diaries, The Monthly Rentals Podcast2:30 Why Miguel skipped short-term and long-term rentals completely4:10 Inside Miguel’s monthly rental portfolio5:30 How a career-ending injury led Miguel to real estate6:20 Myth 1: You must own property to invest in MTR8:50 Myth 2: Is Furnished Finder just for travel nurses?11:10 Myth 3: Monthly rentals are seasonal and hard to plan for12:25 Understanding the booking window and how to hit 90%+ occupancy16:05 Myth 4: Tenants constantly call with maintenance issues19:10 Myth 5: Pets destroy rental properties22:40 Myth 6: You need a certain type of property to succeed24:50 Is ROI different for small vs. large monthly rentals?26:00 How to use FurnishedFinder.com/stats and market trends to invest smarter29:10 Myth 7: Furnishing is expensive and hard to recover33:00 Myth 8: Tenants will run up your utility bills35:30 How to structure competitive and protective security deposits36:10 The purpose behind Miguel’s monthly rental businessTrending Monthly Rental Resources:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResourcesMiguel’s Listings on Furnished Finder:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Miguel.del.Mazo The Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.