In today’s episode of the Hospitable Hosts podcast, we’re talking to Jeffrey Cottle, Senior Attorney at Anderson Business Advisors. Jeff and Miles dig into some key tax topics for short-term rental hosts in the US including how to decide on a business structure, how to maximize tax deductions, and some of the challenges that come with managing rentals across multiple states.

Tax and Asset Protection Workshop
Strategy Session

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Today we're joined by Grace Gudenkauf, a real estate investor who took a leap of faith in 2021, leaving her engineering career to build a thriving rental business (including short, mid, and long-term rentals). Now owning and self-managing over 25 units across multiple states, Grace is a master of remote management and a champion for women in real estate. She's here to share her incredible journey, from taking the plunge to building a team and empowering others through her book and community. Get ready for an inspiring conversation packed with actionable advice for aspiring and seasoned investors alike!

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Welcome to today's episode of the Hospitable Hosts podcast with Founder and CEO of Boostly, Mark Simpson. Mark is a stand-out professional in the industry, having worked in hospitality (across various roles) for decades, and understands the everyday challenges of hosts. In today's episode, Mark guides us through 6 tips to help you grow direct to be 65% of your bookings.

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In this episode, we sit down with Jeff Usner, founder of STR Digital and a successful short-term rental host. Jeff shares his journey into the world of vacation rentals, highlighting the challenges he faced and how he overcame them with the help of Hospitable. Discover how Jeff leverages Hospitable's features to manage his diverse portfolio, maximize direct bookings, and streamline his operations & how he has grown 3 of the top 11 revenue properties in PA, including the #1 revenue property in PA in less than 2 years.  We'll also explore how Jeff's company, STR Digital, empowers other hosts with automated messaging and repeat booking funnels to achieve remarkable growth. Get ready for valuable insights and actionable strategies to elevate your short-term rental business.

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Join us for a fascinating conversation with Ethan Brown, a Sunshine Coast host who loved Hospitable so much, he joined the team!

Ethan shares his journey from clueless newbie to automation-savvy host, revealing how Hospitable transformed his business and allowed him to manage his properties remotely while traveling Australia in a caravan with his wife and dogs!

Discover how Ethan's firsthand experience as a host shaped his contributions to Hospitable's growth, from customer support to his current role as General Manager of Asia Pacific.

Plus, gain valuable insights into Ethan's favorite Hospitable features (hint: automation is key!), his top tips for new hosts, and his exciting plans to expand his own short-term rental business.

Don't miss this inspiring story of a passionate host turned valued employee!

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This episode of Hospitable Hosts dives deep into the world of co-hosting with a unique twist! Join us as we chat with Kevin, a member of the Hospitable customer support team, and his wife Natalia, who were successful Hospitable users before Kevin joined the company.

Kevin and Natalia share their inspiring journey of becoming co-hosts, revealing the secrets to their successful partnership.

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Welcome back to Hospitable Hosts! Today we're diving into the dark side of short-term rentals – the horror stories that keep hosts up at night. But don't worry, we've also got the solutions. Joining us is Melissa Bernardo from Alertify to talk noise, smoke, and how to protect your property.

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Welcome back to Hospitable Hosts! In this episode, we are discussing a great success story. Ekabo Home has made a name for itself in Atlanta, Georgia’s short-term rental industry, thanks to its founder, Niyi Adewole, and his vision for combining property appreciation with cash flow generation. Starting with just one rental property in April 2021, Ekabo Home has grown into a thriving property management business, utilizing Hospitable Direct and automation to streamline operations and achieve success.

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Welcome back to the Hospitable Hosts podcast! Today, we're diving deep into the world of DSCR loans – a powerful financing tool for short-term rental investors. We're thrilled to have Jeff Ball, the CEO of Visio Lending, here to guide us through the ins and outs of DSCR, sharing his expert insights to help you make informed decisions for your rental portfolio.

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Welcome back to the Hospitable Hosts podcast! Today, we're diving into the exciting world of direct bookings. We're thrilled to have Gil Chan, the CEO and Founder of CraftedStays, here to share his expertise on how to create a high-converting direct booking website.

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