In this episode of the ADPI Podcast, host Markian Sich sits down with powerhouse military spouse, real estate investor, and soon-to-be author Kaitlyn Dannhardt, who reveals the wildly creative strategies that turned a broke PCS move into a full-fledged short-term rental business — all starting with just $1,500 and a VA loan.

From pioneering “TDY hacking” to PCS’ing with a garage full of Wayfair furniture, Kaitlyn breaks down how she leveraged military life’s instability to build wealth, flexibility, and financial freedom.

This is not your average house hacking story. It’s mindset meets mission — and a wake-up call for any military family still playing defense with their finances.

00 Introduction to Caitlyn Dan Hart

01:18 Caitlyn's Journey: From Teacher to Military Spouse

03:31 Discovering Airbnb and TDY Hacking

07:13 Scaling Up: From Mississippi to Alaska

08:31 The Importance of Strategic Planning

15:47 Outsourcing and Property Management

19:46 The Value of Patience and Vetting People

26:47 Flexibility in Business

27:08 Overcoming Initial Struggles

28:01 Growth and Improvement

30:57 Financial Independence and Passive Income

36:54 Networking and Conferences

38:12 Writing and Publishing a Book

48:15 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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