On this week’s episode of Short Term Rental Management, Luke Carl explains why the short-term rental business is inherently a “flawed system,” with operators working during weekends and holidays when guests are traveling. He emphasizes that success comes down to setting clear expectations, especially around availability and business hours, so both guests and owners understand the realities of the job. Luke also highlights that STR ownership is ultimately just another form of landlording, requiring hands-on customer service and a willingness to sacrifice personal time to make the business work.

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