Landlord Diaries - The Monthly Rentals Podcast

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  • Why Travel Nurses Alone Won’t Fill Your Rental – Do This Instead!

    If you think travel nurses are the only game in town for midterm rentals, think again! In this episode of The Landlord Diaries, we welcome Amy Fraser, co-owner of Cottage Real Estate & Rental Collection in Huntersville, North Carolina. Amy’s firm manages 11 high-end monthly rentals primarily targeting relocation tenants—a segment that’s grown 130% year-over-year.

    We’ll break down why limiting your strategy to healthcare professionals could leave money on the table, and how expanding to relocation tenants, corporate travelers, and digital nomads can drive consistent cash flow. Amy shares actionable tips on HOA compliance, design choices that stand out, and how to leverage Furnished Finder’s powerful tools to maximize your booking pipeline.

    Whether you have one furnished rental or a growing portfolio, you’ll learn how to diversify your guest pool and build relationships that translate into future real estate opportunities.

    List Your Property Now on Furnished Finder:
    https://www.furnishedfinder.com/list-your-property
    (Use code LLD10 for $10 off new listings)

    ⏰ Time Stamps
    0:00 Welcome to The Landlord Diaries
    2:15 Why top real estate brokers invest in midterm rentals
    4:00 Positioning midterm rentals as a winning cash flow strategy
    5:45 Beyond travel nurses: who else is renting midterm?
    9:25 Amy’s first guest: a digital nomad that stayed 6 months
    10:30 Building trust and relationships with Tenant Leads
    15:00 Furnished Finder’s top 3 traveler segments revealed
    16:20 Local industries driving relocation demand
    18:15 How relocation tenants can help you navigate strict HOAs
    19:20 Saving struggling short-term rental owners through MTR pivots
    20:00 Why Class A neighborhoods work best for Amy’s properties
    22:40 Consistent design for repeatable success in furnished rentals
    27:00 Marketing tips: attract one tenant type without alienating others
    29:45 Amy’s favorite Furnished Finder marketing features
    31:00 Two easy tweaks to present as a pro host, even with one property
    35:40 Matching tenant types to property size and layout
    37:10 Amy’s outlook on corporate relocation and monthly rental demand
    40:30 Final advice: always pivot and refine your MTR strategy
    42:30 Landlord homework: broaden your tenant pool

    Trending Midterm Rental Resources:
    https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources
    Amy’s Listings on Furnished Finder:
    https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=amy.fraser  

    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.

    45 min
  • What Makes a GREAT Midterm Rental? Lessons from 5 Stays in One Year

    What makes a midterm rental feel like home instead of just a place to crash? In this episode of The Landlord Diaries, we sit down with Madison Miller, who has stayed in 5 different Furnished Finder rentals in just one year—and owns a midterm rental herself.

    Madison breaks down what separates a great monthly rental from an average one, the dealbreakers that make her skip a listing, and the one thing landlords should never forget when designing a space for 30+ day tenants. She also shares the exact questions she asks landlords before booking and how those insights helped her market her own Kansas City rental like a pro.

    Whether you're a real estate investor, new landlord, or curious traveler, this episode is packed with must-know strategies to increase occupancy, attract quality tenants, and optimize your listing on Furnished Finder.

    📈 Get insider tips on:

    • Tenant-approved amenities that make a property feel like home
    • Why some landlords are losing bookings without even realizing it
    • The ROI of professional photos and clear communication
    • Real-world examples of how small touches = 5-star stays

    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 The Landlord Diaries

    2:00 Renting your home while traveling: peace-of-mind passive income

    3:00 Why Madison booked 3 Furnished Finder rentals in one city

    4:45 What makes a rental “great” vs. just “okay”

    9:45 Game-changing landlord tips from a tenant’s point of view

    12:20 Madison’s two must-haves before booking any monthly stay

    15:10 How Madison markets her property using guest experience insights

    19:00 Traveler types you didn’t expect on Furnished Finder

    20:45 Top questions every midterm tenant should ask before booking

    23:30 What stops the scroll? Listings that stand out on Furnished Finder

    26:25 Hosting through a tenant’s lens: Madison’s smart setup strategy

    29:35 Self-managing vs. using a property manager while traveling

    32:25 Who’s really booking Madison’s rental? (Not who you think!)

    33:40 Madison’s #1 tip to start or upgrade your rental today

     

    Trending Midterm Rental Resources:

    https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

    Madison’s Listing on Furnished Finder:

    https://www.furnishedfinder.com/property/545977_1 

    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.

    37 min
  • 5+ Real Estate Markets That Should Be on Your Radar!

    Monthly furnished rentals are exploding—and savvy investors are already cashing in. In this data-packed episode of The Landlord Diaries, we sit down with Jeff Hurst, CEO of Furnished Finder and former president of VRBO, to unpack the biggest tenant trends, market opportunities, and demand signals shaping the midterm rental space in 2025.

    🔥 Did you know that traveler demand in Abilene, Texas is up 400% year-over-year? That’s just the beginning. From corporate relocations to healthcare travel, demand for monthly rentals is outpacing supply by 6–7x nationwide.

    We break down:

    • What’s driving demand in small towns like Abilene, Juneau, and Butte
    • Medium-sized cities (like Milwaukee and Portland, ME) that urgently need more inventory
    • Big city markets like Chicago, Silicon Valley, and Seattle—where supply STILL isn’t keeping up
    • How to evaluate YOUR market in 4 steps: compare Furnished Finder demand stats, Airbnb supply, Zillow pricing, and extended stay hotel costs
    • Why travelers are booking earlier, staying longer, and often moving with pets—and why 60% of tenants on Furnished Finder are women
    • How to tap into insurance, relocation, and construction tenant types beyond just travel nurses

    👉 Visit https://www.furnishedfinder.com/stats to research your market.

    List your property on Furnished Finder: https://www.furnishedfinder.com/list-your-property (Use code LLD10 for $10 off new listings)

    🎧 Subscribe now to never miss expert insights on monthly rentals, property management strategies, and hidden investment gems.

    ⏱️Timestamps:

    0:00 Welcome + Abilene, TX sees 400% traveler growth (What’s going on?)
    1:10 Why midterm rental demand is growing 6–7x faster than supply
    2:20 Booking requests surge 100% YoY: What that means for your cash flow
    3:40 Monthly rental tenant types: corporate travel, healthcare, and relocation
    5:05 Zillow vs. Padsplit vs. Furnished Finder: long-term housing trends
    6:30 New tenant behaviors: earlier bookings, more pets, larger groups
    8:45 Monthly Rentals vs. Midterm Rentals: What tenants are actually searching
    10:00 4-step method to analyze if your market works for monthly rentals
    13:50 What the data tells us: How to spot demand and underserved markets
    14:45 Hidden gem markets: Abilene, TX and the data center development boom
    17:20 Juneau, AK case study: What demand without inventory looks like
    20:25 Medium markets that need more listings NOW (Portland, Milwaukee & more)
    24:50 Major cities where demand still exceeds supply (Chicago, Silicon Valley, Boston)
    28:30 Investor tip: Learn your market’s story, not just its numbers
    30:10 How to use the FurnishedFinder.com/stats page like a pro
    31:40 Comparing your Furnished Finder listing to Zillow, Airbnb, and extended stay hotels
    33:10 Biggest mistake new landlords make with monthly rentals
    34:55 Closing thoughts + how to stay ahead of tenant trends

    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.

    38 min
  • How To Furnish A Monthly Rental Like A Pro (with Minoan & Furnished Finder)

    Want to attract high-quality tenants and boost your midterm monthly rental cash flow—without overspending on furnishings? This episode of The Landlord Diaries is your ultimate guide. We’re joined by Jennifer Zureikat, Marketing Director at Minoan, to reveal how landlords can furnish monthly rentals beautifully, affordably, and strategically. 

    Learn how to skip the overwhelm, cut costs drastically, and even monetize your furnishings through Minoan’s unique tools—like digital showrooms and affiliate commissions from your guests. Jennifer shares her real estate journey to monthly rentals and Furnished Finder. You’ll hear practical tips from three active midterm rental operators who know exactly what it takes to turn a unit into a guest magnet.

    BONUS: FREE Midterm Rental Furnishing Checklist—created by Minoan & Furnished Finder— start furnishing smarter, not harder. 

    https://assets.ctfassets.net/8rvbu1uw8lem/4pKVOxeFmg0umMHL2vclew/0cfaabe735029d6f5181bb20cdf26aa6/Monthly_Rental_Essentials_Checklist_-Minoan-Furnished_Finder-.pdf

    Get Started with Minoan: 
    https://minoan.com/partnership-ff-2025 

    List Your Property Now on Furnished Finder:
    https://www.furnishedfinder.com/list-your-property

    (Use code LLD10 for $10 off new listings)

    🔗 Explore Your Market's MTR Demand:
    https://www.furnishedfinder.com/stats

    ⏱️ Time Stamps:
    0:00 Welcome to The Landlord Diaries
    1:00 The win-win partnership: Furnished Finder x Minoan
    2:15 Jen’s journey to midterm monthly rentals
    5:45 Why Minoan is your furnishing secret weapon
    7:10 How to earn passive income through your furniture
    8:15 Introducing the Minoan x Furnished Finder furnishing checklist
    10:25 Why STR furniture lists don’t work for monthly rentals
    13:40 Small upgrades that dramatically improve tenant experience
    17:25 How Minoan makes furnishing fast and affordable
    21:00 Invest now, save later: Furnishings that last
    24:10 What belongs in your midterm rental “starter kit”
    26:15 First impressions: Why furnishings shape tenant relationships
    27:05 The 5 most important furnishings for MTRs
    30:45 Design tips for better property photos + pet-friendly must-haves
    32:40 Outdoor spaces matter—how to make yours rental-ready
    34:35 Start where you are: Furnishing without overwhelm
    38:00 Often-overlooked items that tenants expect
    42:15 Ready to level up? Download the Minoan checklist now

    Minoan + Furnished Finder Webinar:
    https://youtu.be/mc5IFRErgCk?si=34aZ8xXICFj0zoDJ  
    Jennifer’s Listings on Furnished Finder:
    https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=jennifer.zureikat   
    Host Katie Lyon’s Properties:
    https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=katie.lyon8      
    Host 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.

    46 min
  • How To Keep Over 95% Occupancy with Monthly Rentals, FF137

    Are you leaving money on the table because your calendar isn’t optimized? In this episode of The Landlord Diaries, Kelly and Katie—two seasoned midterm rental pros and Furnished Finder hosts—reveal the exact strategies they use to keep over 95% occupancy across their portfolios.

    Whether you’re managing one unit or scaling to 10+, this episode breaks down the most impactful calendar tactics for monthly rentals and why an accurate, updated listing on Furnished Finder is the key to staying booked.

    • Maximize visibility on Furnished Finder
    • Avoid common mistakes that reduce booking potential
    • Create booking systems that generate passive income with fewer turnovers

    Plus, learn how to link your Airbnb/VRBO calendars, preview your listing through the eyes of travelers, and use communication habits that turn inquiries into bookings.

    If you're serious about reducing vacancy and attracting better tenants, this episode is a must-listen.

    Looking for a visual walkthrough of Furnished Finder’s calendar, watch this 6 minute video:
    https://youtu.be/hplTXyzJ7Ik?si=BiaVRTFc1unjXIz6

    Highlights:

    0:55 Meet Your Hosts: Kelly & Katie share how they built their midterm monthly rental portfolios using a mix of owned and arbitraged properties

    3:50 What’s in This Episode: Learn how to master the new Furnished Finder calendar and boost your occupancy rates.

    4:45 Visibility Starts with Accuracy: Why an updated calendar is key to appearing in more tenant searches.

    6:05 The Two Core Settings You Must Get Right: How minimum stay requirements and block dates impact bookings.

    7:30 Real-World Walkthrough: Kelly shares how she manages calendar updates with unpredictable contractor stays.

    9:10 How to Link Your Calendar: Link your Furnished Finder calendar with Airbnb and VRBO for less manual work.

    11:35 Calendar Mistakes That Kill Your Occupancy: Don’t forget to block dates, update listings, and never let your account expire!

    16:10 Pro Strategies for High Occupancy: How to keep your listing visible and get booked even with long stays.

    17:15 Should You Accept Future Reservations Now? Weighing the pros and cons of booking far in advance.

    21:35 Audit Your Listing Like a Renter: Ensure your listing is compelling and includes all the must-have info.

    25:20 Improve Your Communication Game: Win more bookings with clear, friendly, and professional responses.

    26:50 MTR + STR Hybrid Tactics That Work: Apply the faucet method or use short-term rentals strategically to fill midterm gaps.

    28:05 Wrap-Up: Pick 1–2 strategies to implement today


    List Your Property Now on Furnished Finder:

    https://www.furnishedfinder.com/list-your-property

    (Use code LLD10 for $10 off new listings)

    Host Katie Lyon’s Properties:

    https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=katie.lyon8  

    Host 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.

    31 min
  • Do you need a lease agreement for a mid-term rental?

    Did you know only 50% of tenants signed a lease for their last mid-term rental stay? That stat shocked us too. In this episode, we’re diving into why every landlord offering monthly furnished rentals needs a rock-solid lease agreement—and exactly how to build one that protects you and your property without overcomplicating things.

    We’re joined by Deborah Holstein, Chief Growth Officer at Rocket Lawyer, to break down the essentials of a great lease for mid-term rentals. Whether you’re brand new to monthly rentals or you’ve hosted dozens of traveling nurses and corporate guests, this episode is your roadmap to creating clear, legally sound, and easy-to-manage lease agreements.

    Through Furnished Finder’s powerful partnership with Rocket Lawyer, landlords have access to state-specific, attorney-approved leases that are tailored to the unique needs of the monthly rental space. We talk through the 8 things every MTR lease needs, real-world landlord data, and tips to avoid common mistakes that can cost you time, money, or your property’s reputation.

    What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    • Why a lease matters more than you think for monthly stays
    • The 8 essential elements every MTR lease should include
    • Furnished Finder data: average deposits, pet fees, cleaning fees & more
    • How to handle early lease termination (ELT), utilities, shared spaces, pets & damage waivers
    • Why generic leases from friends or Google just won’t cut it
    • How to get started today using Furnished Finder & Rocket Lawyer tools

    This episode is packed with actionable insights to help you operate like a pro. 

    🔗 Ready to simplify your lease process? Access Rocket Lawyer’s MTR-optimized leases and legal docs now through your Furnished Finder dashboard.

    List Your property on Furnished Finder:
    https://www.furnishedfinder.com/list-your-property
    (Use code LLD10 for $10 off new listings)

    Trending Midterm Monthly Rental Resources:
    https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

    Episode Highlights:
    0:00 Only 50% of tenants signed a lease in their last MTR stay
    2:00 Furnished Finder + Rocket Lawyer: How this partnership is empowering landlords
    3:20 Why leases matter for mid-term rentals (yes, even for 30-day guests)
    7:00 The 8 must-have elements for your MTR lease
    7:45 Lease terms: stay length, payment timing & due dates
    9:15 75% of tenants prefer paying online—are you prepared?
    10:25 Deposits, fees, damage waivers—what’s standard on Furnished Finder?
    12:55 How Rocket Lawyer makes lease-building super simple
    15:00 Hot topic: Security deposits & standard MTR fees
    18:15 Data point: Average FF cleaning fee is $175—checked our market lately?
    19:25 Early lease termination: rules, fees & flexibility
    24:30 Pet policies & deposits: What works for monthly rentals
    29:15 Amenities, storage, parking—yes, they should be in your lease
    31:15 Why random leases from the internet are a legal risk
    37:10 Lease questions? Contact 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.

    41 min
  • Monthly Stays: How an 8-Year Travel Nurse Earns with Room Rentals, FF136

    Are you curious about monthly stays, room rentals or how to earn while you travel? Meet Reva Lewis, a NICU nurse and seasoned traveler who has spent over eight years crisscrossing the U.S. using Furnished Finder for safe, affordable stays. With around 80% of her travels booked on Furnished Finder—including both room rentals and entire spaces—Reva knows what midterm renters prioritize, from pricing and privacy to flexible lease terms.

    As a travel nurse turned host, she shares insider tips on room rentals, house hacking, and setting up your property for success. Whether you're a property owner looking to boost your income or a travel nurse in need of housing, this episode is packed with actionable insights on pricing strategies, travel nurse stipends, cancelled contracts and location challenges in rural markets.

    Check rental demand in your area: 
    https://www.furnishedfinder.com/stats
    List your property now on Furnished Finder: 
    https://www.furnishedfinder.com/list-your-property 

    (Use code LLD10 for $10 off new listings)

    Highlights:
    0:00 Welcome to The Landlord Diaries
    2:00 House hacking & room rental benefits for real estate investors
    3:00 Who books room rentals? Travel nurses, professionals & corporate travelers
    3:55 Pricing & privacy: How travel nurses choose between a room or an entire space
    5:50 Travel nurse industry insights: How Mardi Gras impacted the industry
    6:35 Midterm rentals vs. short-term rentals: How MTRs benefit local communities
    7:20 Location challenges: Why more midterm rentals are needed in rural areas
    9:00 Why Furnished Finder? More control over pricing & tenant communication
    12:50 The best questions to ask as a host & traveler before booking
    14:35 Cancelled contracts & flexible lease terms – tips from experienced hosts
    17:35 Considering room rentals? Reva’s top 3 tips for success
    19:35 Financial upsides of room rentals & house hacking for monthly travelers
    21:45 Managing midterm rental payments through KeyCheck
    25:15 Are property showings expected for midterm rental guests?
    28:25 Reva’s favorite Furnished Finder stay: What makes a rental stand out
    29:50 Connect with Reva Lewis for travel nurse housing & room rental advice

    🚀 Don’t miss this episode if you’re serious about making money with monthly furnished rentals!

    Trending Midterm Rental Resources:
    https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources  

    Reva Lewis’s Listings on Furnished Finder:
    https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Reva.Lewis

    Host Kelly Bailey’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

    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.

    32 min
  • How I Built a Cash Flow Machine with Travel Nurses & Furnished Finder, FF135

    How do you achieve a 12-18% cash-on-cash return with Furnished Finder? Mark Reed, founder of SURE Property Management, Development & Construction shares how he built a thriving Furnished Finder portfolio in Baltimore, MD, by revitalizing a neighborhood hosting medical professionals. Learn how I built a cashflow machine with travel nurses & Furnished Finder in this episode of Landlord Diaries. Discover how to maximize profits with this unique rental strategy!

    In this episode, Mark reveals:

    ✔️ Why medical districts are goldmines for mid-term rentals
    ✔️ How travel nurses can stay 90-180+ days, achieving nearly 100% occupancy
    ✔️ The 3 biggest advantages: Furnished Finder, MTR cash flow & medical travelers
    ✔️ How he revitalized a community while scaling his rental business

    🚀 Whether you're new to monthly furnished rentals or scaling your real estate investment, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you maximize cash flow with Furnished Finder in 2025.

    List Your Property Now on Furnished Finder:

    https://www.furnishedfinder.com/list-your-property

    (Use code LLD10 for $10 off new listings)

    Episode Highlights:

    0:00 Welcome to The Landlord Diaries
    1:25 From Airbnb to Mid-Term Rentals (MTR)
    3:00 Discovering Furnished Finder & Making the MTR Shift
    4:50 Scaling in One Market: Unit Sizes & Strategy
    8:40 🏚️ Medical Micro Communities: Two young women found safe housing while 13 homes on the block were boarded up!
    9:30 Choosing the Best Location for Your Monthly Furnished Rental
    12:15 Designing Your Rentals for Travel Nurses & Corporate Guests
    18:40 The 3 Major MTR Advantages: Cash Flow, Furnished Finder & Medical Travelers
    19:05 💰 The Cash Flow Advantage: 12-18% Cash-on-Cash Return
    22:10 🏥 The Medical Advantage: 90-180 Day Stays = Fewer Turnovers
    23:10 🏡 The Furnished Finder Advantage: Direct Booking & Personalized Stays
    26:45 MTR Hosting Strategies: 5⭐ Guest Experience = Renewals & Referrals
    31:00 Revitalizing Communities with Mid-Term Rentals

    Trending Midterm Rental Resources:

    https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources  

    Mark’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

    https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Mark.Reed  

    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.

    34 min
  • 2.5 Years, 10 Cities: What Makes a Rental Stand Out to Digital Nomads, FF134

    What do digital nomads really look for in a monthly furnished rental? After 2.5 years on the road, living in 10 different Furnished Finder properties, Chelsea Kimlel has seen it all—the good, the bad, and the never again. In this episode, she reveals the must-haves that make a property stand out, the common mistakes that drive tenants away, and the key listing details that stop a traveler’s scroll.

    From Furnished Finder search tips to messaging mistakes, lease terms to storage space, Chelsea shares what makes a rental truly livable for monthly furnished travelers like her. If you want more bookings and better tenants, don’t miss this episode!

    🚀 List Your Property on Furnished Finder:
    https://www.furnishedfinder.com/list-your-property

    (Use code LLD10 for $10 off new listings)

    ⏳ Episode Highlights:
     0:00 Welcome to The Landlord Diaries
     1:50 🚗 MTR Love Story: 2.5 years, 10 cities, and a flexible lifestyle
     3:00 🏡 Work-Life on the Road: Digital marketing & woodworking hustle
     5:00 📍 Strategic Planning: How Chelsea mapped out her travels
     6:45 💰 Budget Smart: Use FurnishedFinder.com/stats to plan rental costs
     7:55 🏠 Tenant Wish List: Must-haves vs. nice-to-haves in an MTR
     10:55 📸 What Stops the Scroll? Listing details that grab attention
     14:30 🚩 Instant Turn-Offs: What NOT to include in your rental photos
     16:10 🔎 How Tenants Search Furnished Finder: Optimize Your Listing
     18:05 👀 Red Flags for Travelers: What makes tenants skip a property
     21:05 🚫 Things That Don’t Matter: Overrated features for midterm stays
     23:15 🏘️ MTR Expectations: What should be included with a midterm stay
     24:10 ⚡ Utility Caps: Are they a dealbreaker? Chelsea shares her take
     25:20 🤝 The Furnished Finder Advantage: Why flexibility = more bookings
     27:30 📆 The Tenant’s Search Process: How far in advance do they book?
     29:40 🏡 What Tenants Want to Know About Landlords before signing a lease
     31:45 💬 Messaging Mistakes: Bad responses that lose potential tenants
     34:45 🔥 Chelsea’s Favorite New Furnished Finder Feature
     36:20 ✍️ Lease Terms That Build Trust and confidence in a rental
     39:10 📖 Ways to connect with Chelsea Kimlel

    🎧 Tune in now to transform your midterm rental strategy! 🚀

    Trending Midterm Rental Resources:
    https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources  

    Some of Chelsea’s Furnished Finder Stays:
    Chicago: https://www.furnishedfinder.com/property/253523_2
    Saint Petersburg: https://www.furnishedfinder.com/property/484432_1 
    Lake Tahoe: https://www.furnishedfinder.com/property/472668_1
    Sedona: https://www.furnishedfinder.com/property/533704_1
    Texas: https://www.furnishedfinder.com/property/702785_1
    Check out Chelsea’s Blog: https://www.chiefnomadicofficer.com/

    Host Katie Lyon’s Properties:
    https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=katie.lyon8 

    Host Kelly Bailey’s Properties:
    https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Kelly*|B. 

    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.

    42 min
  • Why Some Hosts Prefer MTR Over STR: Honest Review, FF133

    What if your short-term rental faced heavy restrictions—but instead of losing income, you unlocked a high-demand niche with 90% occupancy? That’s exactly what Bella and Levi Linchenko did by leveraging Furnished Finder and midterm rental (MTR) strategies. They transformed a live-in flip into a high-performing MTR business and even used their rental income to fund a ski trip to the Alps! If you’re wondering how to attract digital nomads, traveling professionals, and retirees, this Furnished Finder Landlord Diaries episode is packed with actionable insights.

    In this episode, they reveal:
     ✅ Why they chose MTR over STR (without losing income)
     ✅ Why transparency leads to happier guests & fewer headaches
     ✅ How MTR revenue funded their Alps ski trip
     ✅ The key differences in furnishing MTR vs STR properties
     ✅ Why midterm guests are easier to manage than short-term renters
     ✅ How to address seasonality & maximize occupancy


    Plus, Bella & Levi share expert design tips for MTR success, including market research, must-have furnishings, and costly design mistakes to avoid. Whether you’re a real estate investor, STR host looking to pivot, or a newbie in MTRs, this episode is a must-listen!


    📢 Ready to list your property? Get started on Furnished Finder today:
     👉 https://www.furnishedfinder.com/list-your-property

    (Use code LLD10 for $10 off new listings)

    Episode Timestamps:
    0:00 Welcome to Landlord Diaries
    1:25 Why some hosts prefer MTRs over STRs in vacation rental markets
    2:30 How Bella & Levi started with an MTR duplex house hack
    4:05 Finding Furnished Finder was a game-changer
    5:50 Fix & flip strategy with MTR for maximum value
    7:25 MTR revenue funded their Alps ski trip
    9:40 Transparency: The secret to happy MTR guests
    14:20 When to start marketing & furnishing your MTR
    18:25 Why MTR guests are easier to manage than STR tenants
    22:35 Market research for MTR friendly design
    27:45 Furnishing an MTR vs STR—Key differences
    31:10 The biggest mistake hosts make in MTR
    31:50 Minimum viable product concept for MTR success
    34:30 Design mistakes that cost you revenue
    37:00 How to find the right MTR property
    40:20 Addressing seasonality in midterm rental markets
    42:55 The secret to long-term MTR success? Just get started!
    44:25 Connect with Bella & Levi Linchenko

    Resources & Links:
    📌 Trending Midterm Rental Resources:
     👉 https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources
    🏡 Guest’s Listings on Furnished Finder:
     👉 https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Bella.Gonzalez69
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About Landlord Diaries - The Monthly Rentals Podcast

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Most landlords learn through trial and error. Landlord Diaries gives you the cheat codes for getting into monthly (mid-term) rentals and learning how they actually…

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