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- 22- The Outer Banks Bet: How One Developer Is Turning a 1952 Beach Motel into a 47-Key Luxury Hotel with Jonathan St.Leger
In this conversation, Jonathan St.Leger discusses the importance of creating opportunities in the real estate market rather than simply waiting for deals to come. He emphasizes the need for creativity in identifying value-add opportunities, whether through ground-up development or enhancing existing assets. Key considerations include zoning, density, and the potential for adding amenities or additional units to maximize property value.
Connect with Jonathan:
Find him on Instagram: jon_boy14
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Connect with Micah:
Instagram: micahinvests
Tiktok: micahinvests1
Connect with Adam:
Instagram: adaminvests1
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https://bit.ly/4t1q3bb40 min - 21 - From 19 Years in the Air Force to Betting It All on Hotels with Vincent Harris
In this episode of the Boutique Hotel Secrets podcast, Adam and Micah discuss the journey of transitioning from short-term rentals to boutique hotels, emphasizing the ups and downs of the hospitality industry. They welcome Vincent Harris, who shares his story of moving from a W2 job to full-time entrepreneurship in real estate. The conversation highlights the importance of community, networking, and mindset in achieving success. Vincent discusses his experiences with hotel deals, the emotional attachment to properties, and his vision for the future. The episode concludes with advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and the significance of designing a fulfilling life.
Connect with Vincent:
Find him on Instagram:bonanzav35flyer
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Connect with Micah:
Instagram: micahinvests
Tiktok: micahinvests1
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Instagram: adaminvests1
LinkedIn: adaminvests1
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https://bit.ly/4t1q3bb30 min - 20 - Stop Renting Your Guests: The Direct Booking Playbook with Mark Simpson
In this conversation, Mark discusses the critical role of direct bookings in the hospitality industry, emphasizing that a significant percentage of these bookings begin with searches on online travel agencies (OTAs) like Airbnb and Booking.com. He highlights the necessity for property owners to be prepared to capture these leads effectively. Furthermore, Mark addresses the risks associated with over-reliance on a single platform, advocating for diversification of income sources to ensure a sustainable business model.
Connect with Mark:
Find him on Instagram: @boostlyuk
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Connect with Micah:
Instagram: micahinvests
Tiktok: micahinvests1
Connect with Adam:
Instagram: adaminvests1
LinkedIn: adaminvests1
Tiktok: adaminvests1
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https://bit.ly/4t1q3bb47 min - 19 - Stop Chasing Pretty Properties: The Ugly Hotel Strategy That Actually Pays Off with Joel Weigle
In this episode, Joel Weigel shares his journey from short-term rentals to building boutique hotels and experiential destinations. Learn how to acquire, operate, and scale properties while creating unforgettable guest experiences.
Connect with Joel:
Find him on Instagram: @joelweigle
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Connect with Micah:
Instagram: micahinvests
Tiktok: micahinvests1
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Instagram: adaminvests1
LinkedIn: adaminvests1
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https://bit.ly/4t1q3bb37 min - 18 - Raising Capital and Structuring Boutique Hotel Deals with Isaac
In this episode, Isaac Oswaltshares his journey into boutique hotel investing and breaks down how capital, deal structure, and team alignment come together to close successful hotel acquisitions. He explains how investors and banks evaluate deals, why equity can be easier than debt, and the key metrics—like NOI, IRR, and equity multiples—that matter when scaling boutique hotels responsibly.
Connect with Isaac:
Find her on Instagram: isaacoswalt
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Connect with Micah:
Instagram: micahinvests
Tiktok: micahinvests1
Connect with Adam:
Instagram: adaminvests1
LinkedIn: adaminvests1
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https://bit.ly/4t1q3bb26 min - 17 - Scaling Boutique Hotels with Systems and Teams with Rashmi Bhat
In this episode, Rashmi Bhat shares her journey from restaurants and short-term rentals into scaling boutique hotels. She breaks down hotel management as an entry point, building systems and teams, leveraging relationships, and why patience and saying “no” to most deals drive long-term success.
Connect with Rashmi:
Find her on Instagram: toastyindian, resohospitality
Connect with Micah:
Instagram: micahinvests
Tiktok: micahinvests1
Connect with Adam:
Instagram: adaminvests1
LinkedIn: adaminvests1
Tiktok: adaminvests1
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https://bit.ly/4t1q3bb29 min - 16 - Building in Public: The Raw Truth About Renovations, Trust, and Boutique Hotel Life with Micah & Adam
In this episode, Adam and Micah give a behind-the-scenes update on their boutique hotel renovation in Page, Arizona — navigating contractor delays, a wild on-property incident, and an exciting partnership with the local conservancy tied to the hotel's namesake, John Wesley Powell. They also reflect on the power of building in public and share how authentic social media storytelling is opening unexpected doors for Comeback Hospitality.
Connect with Micah:
Instagram: micahinvests
Tiktok: micahinvests1
Connect with Adam:
Instagram: adaminvests1
LinkedIn: adaminvests1
Tiktok: adaminvests1
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https://bit.ly/4t1q3bb31 min - 15 - What Spreadsheets Don't Show: First-Time Hotel Owners Document Every Decision with Micah & Adam
In this episode, Adam and Micah share raw, unfiltered updates from the renovation trenches—from navigating their first contractor draw that took two weeks instead of two days, to making over 3,600 decisions in just 33 days of ownership. They also announce their new role as official hosts of the Boutique Hotel Secrets podcast and reveal their strategy for a soft opening before the May 1st grand opening.
Connect with Micah:
Instagram: micahinvests
Tiktok: micahinvests1
Connect with Adam:
Instagram: adaminvests1
LinkedIn: adaminvests1
Tiktok: adaminvests1
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https://bit.ly/4t1q3bb30 min - 14 - One Fire at a Time: First-Time Operators Navigate Flooded Toilets, Funding Delays, and a $348K First Draw with Micah & Adam
In this episode, Adam and Micah navigate their first $348K construction draw, deal with four flooded hotel bathrooms, confront the reality of maxed-out credit cards versus outsider perceptions of wealth, and explore community partnerships that could transform Page, Arizona's hospitality landscape.
Connect with Micah:
Instagram: micahinvests
Tiktok: micahinvests1
Connect with Adam:
Instagram: adaminvests1
LinkedIn: adaminvests1
Tiktok: adaminvests1
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https://bit.ly/4t1q3bb41 min - 12 - Week One Woes: The $50K Surprise We Didn't See Coming with Micah & Adam
In this episode, Adam and Micah share raw, unfiltered lessons from their first week as boutique hotel owners—including a shocking $50,000 WiFi infrastructure surprise they didn't see coming and the reality of keeping a business running while renovating. They pull back the curtain on payroll complications, donating furniture to the Navajo Nation community, and why buying a hotel means buying an active business, not just a property.
Connect with Micah:
Instagram: micahinvests
Tiktok: micahinvests1
Connect with Adam:
Instagram: adaminvests1
LinkedIn: adaminvests1
Tiktok: adaminvests1
Thinking about Boutique Hotels?Schedule a call:
https://bit.ly/4t1q3bb49 min
About Boutique Hotel Secrets Podcast
From the publisher's feed
This show is for the builders and backers of boutique hotels.
Hosted by operators who made the jump from short-term rentals to boutique hotels, this podcast documents the real journey…
of acquiring, renovating, and operating boutique hospitality assets.
We share lessons learned in real time and sit down with experienced operators, lenders, designers, and industry professionals who bring practical insight, hard-won advice, and unfiltered perspective. If you’re serious about boutique hotels, hospitality operations, or scaling beyond short-term rentals, this show is for you.
We share lessons learned in real time and sit down with experienced operators, lenders, designers, and industry professionals who bring practical insight, hard-won advice, and unfiltered perspective. If you’re serious about boutique hotels, hospitality operations, or scaling beyond short-term rentals, this show is for you.