Off Grid with Zoey B

In this episode, Zoey B sits down with Marisa Grover—a powerhouse mom of two toddlers and the founder of a growing property management business. Marisa opens up about her journey into real estate and short-term rentals, sharing how she got started, the systems that keep her business running smoothly, and what it really takes to balance entrepreneurship with motherhood.

We dive into:

• How Marisa transitioned into property management and built her business from the ground up
• The key systems and processes she uses to stay organized (and sane!)
• The challenges and wins of being a mompreneur while raising two toddlers
• Practical advice for anyone looking to start or scale a property management company

Whether you’re a parent trying to juggle family life with business dreams, or an aspiring property manager who wants to learn from someone who’s been there, this conversation is full of real, honest, and actionable insights.

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Ready to build a lifestyle aligned real estate portfolio? Apply for the Rooted in Rentals Mentorship and Interview with Zoey to join the community: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/rnrmentorship

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From underestimating costs to learning the hard way about guest communication, I get real about the not-so-pretty side of running STRs. If you’re just starting out, or even if you’ve been hosting for years, these lessons will save you time, money, and stress.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

• The #1 mistake that cost me the most as a host
• Why “good enough” design is never actually good enough
• The communication gaps that led to bad reviews (and how I fixed them)
• How to bounce back when things go wrong — without burning out
• The mindset shift that turned my mistakes into stepping stones

Whether you’re dreaming about launching your first Airbnb or scaling to multiple properties, this episode is packed with honest stories and actionable insights to help you grow.

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Ready to build a lifestyle aligned real estate portfolio? Apply for the Rooted in Rentals Mentorship and Interview with Zoey to join the community: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/rnrmentorship

Get Zoey’s free resources for her listenings and stay in the know with the monthly Rooted Report here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/tools

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In this inspiring episode, Zoey B sits down with Olivia Tati, traveler, real estate investor, and founder of Wanderlust Wealth Academy, to unpack how she went from $25K in debt and a draining corporate job to building a freedom-based lifestyle through real estate.

Olivia shares:
• The pivotal moment that pushed her into real estate investing
• How she house hacked her first duplex and quit her job with just one property
• What it really looks like to run a business while traveling the world full time with her dog
• Why equity, not just cash flow, became her ultimate wealth strategy
• Her dream of owning a boutique hotel in Italy and the realities of buying property abroad

Whether you are stuck in a 9 to 5 or dreaming of building a portfolio that fuels your lifestyle, Olivia’s story is proof that you don’t need 100 doors to create freedom. What you need is clarity, strategy, and the courage to go all in.

Ready to build a lifestyle aligned real estate portfolio? Apply for the Rooted in Rentals Mentorship and Interview with Zoey to join the community: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/rnrmentorship

Get Zoey’s free resources for her listenings and stay in the know with the monthly Rooted Report here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/tools

Exclusive discounts and free trials from brands Zoey loves for her listeners. Unlock them here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/resources-

In this episode, Zoey B sits down with David Rosenbeck, a nurse practitioner turned real estate investor who scaled from house hacking in Indiana to raising capital and breaking ground in Sedona.

David opens up about:
• How he accidentally stumbled into mid term rentals during the pandemic
• Building an 8 door portfolio by house hacking “misfit” homes no one else wanted
• Lessons from caring for cancer patients that pushed him toward financial freedom early
• Why ground up development in Sedona became his ultimate wealth building play
• How he raised $330K in just 45 days and why the money didn’t come from who you’d expect
• The power of networks, partnerships, and choosing the right builder for high stakes projects

Whether you are just getting started with rentals, curious about mid term strategies, or ready to explore development, this conversation is packed with perspective shifts, real numbers, and actionable takeaways.

👉 Tune in and discover why waiting until retirement to live your golden years might be the biggest mistake you ever make.

Follow David on Instagram @davidrosenbeck

Ready to build a lifestyle aligned real estate portfolio? Apply for the Rooted in Rentals Mentorship and Interview with Zoey to join the community: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/rnrmentorship

Get Zoey’s free resources for her listenings and stay in the know with the monthly Rooted Report here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/tools

Exclusive discounts and free trials from brands Zoey loves for her listeners. Unlock them here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/resources-

In this inspiring episode, Zoey B sits down with Federico, an Argentinian entrepreneur who arrived in the U.S. with only $2,000 and went on to build a thriving property management empire. From sleeping on an air mattress to managing nearly one hundred properties, launching a hotel and restaurant, and mentoring hosts nationwide, Federico’s story is filled with grit, humility, and the pursuit of the American dream.

He opens up about:
• Growing up in Argentina’s volatile economy and what fueled his entrepreneurial spirit
• Building and later walking away from his first management company to start fresh
• Scaling to over one hundred STRs while keeping guest reviews near perfect
• Why partnerships, reputation, and multiple income streams are the keys to growth
• The biggest mistakes hosts make with pricing and how to fix them
• What the American Dream truly means to him after years of struggle

Whether you are hustling to land your first unit or scaling toward financial freedom, this episode is filled with raw lessons, strategies, and motivation to keep pushing toward your version of success.

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Ready to build a lifestyle aligned real estate portfolio? Apply for the Rooted in Rentals Mentorship and Interview with Zoey to join the community: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/rnrmentorship

Get Zoey’s free resources for her listenings and stay in the know with the monthly Rooted Report here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/tools

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In this fast-paced solo episode, Zoey B pulls back the curtain on the five biggest financial mistakes she made, so you don’t have to. From letting cash sit idle to missing out on free travel, Zoey shares the mindset shifts and actionable steps that transformed her money game.

She dives into:

• Why knowing your cost to live is the foundation for financial freedom
• How to set up and maximize a high-yield savings account
• The rookie Roth IRA blunder that could cost you thousands
• Using credit card rewards to travel for next to nothing
• Avoiding lifestyle inflation while building wealth

Packed with real talk, personal stories, and practical tips, this episode is your shortcut to smarter money moves and a more intentional financial future.

📲 Connect with Zoey on IG @zoeyberghoff

Ready to build a lifestyle aligned real estate portfolio? Apply for the Rooted in Rentals Mentorship and Interview with Zoey to join the community: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/rnrmentorship

Get Zoey’s free resources for her listenings and stay in the know with the monthly Rooted Report here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/tools

Exclusive discounts and free trials from brands Zoey loves for her listeners. Unlock them here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/resources-

In this value-packed episode, Zoey B chats with Cheyenne Martinez, founder of STRBKeep, a bookkeeping firm built specifically for short-term rental hosts and real estate investors. As both a bookkeeper and an STR owner herself, Cheyenne understands firsthand the challenges of keeping finances organized while growing a rental business.

Together, they unpack the behind-the-scenes systems that keep your portfolio running smoothly, from setting up your books the right way to preparing for cost segregation studies and tax season.

You’ll learn:

🧾 What a bookkeeper actually does (and how it differs from your CPA)
🔍 Why early organization leads to better tax strategies and financial clarity
📊 How proper bookkeeping supports cost segregation and long-term growth
💡 The simple systems Cheyenne uses to track expenses, revenue, and renovations
🏠 What she’s seeing across top-performing STR markets and amenities

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed trying to track spending, receipts, or rental income, this episode will help you get clear, get organized, and get back to working on the business instead of in it.

You can finder her on Instagram @STRBKEEP

Ready to build a lifestyle aligned real estate portfolio? Apply for the Rooted in Rentals Mentorship and Interview with Zoey to join the community: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/rnrmentorship

Get Zoey’s free resources for her listenings and stay in the know with the monthly Rooted Report here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/tools

Exclusive discounts and free trials from brands Zoey loves for her listeners. Unlock them here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/resources-

In this heart-centered episode, Zoey B sits down with Karsen Murray (copywriter, mama, and first-time STR investor) whose journey from marketing manager to business owner to boutique cabin host will leave you inspired to pivot with purpose.

Karsen shares the unfiltered story of how she:
• Transitioned from a 9–5 to full-time freelancing (before it was trendy)
• Landed her first clients without a portfolio or roadmap
• Balanced entrepreneurship and new motherhood—and what actually changed
• Funded her Georgia short-term rental using freelance income
• Designed a lifestyle-first property while living 8 hours away

This one’s for the women building as they go, shifting identities, and redefining success with every season. Whether you're curious about freelancing, real estate, or the messy magic of doing both with a toddler on your hip, this episode is for you.

Ready to build a lifestyle aligned real estate portfolio? Apply for the Rooted in Rentals Mentorship and Interview with Zoey to join the community: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/rnrmentorship

Get Zoey’s free resources for her listenings and stay in the know with the monthly Rooted Report here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/tools

Exclusive discounts and free trials from brands Zoey loves for her listeners. Unlock them here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/resources-

In this powerhouse episode, Zoey B sits down with Marilynn Taylor (Airbnb OG, real estate investor, and financial freedom advocate) who has been mastering short-term rentals for over two decades. From her early days as a ballerina and makeup artist to weathering economic downturns and building a multimillion-dollar portfolio, Marilynn shares the raw truth behind her entrepreneurial evolution.

She opens up about:

• Navigating her first property during the pre-Airbnb era
• The financial mindset shift that changed everything
• Building wealth through STRs, Roth IRAs, mobile homes, and whole life policies
• What not to do in partnerships (and lessons from failed ventures)
• Why slow and steady really does win the wealth race

Whether you’re new to investing or scaling your empire, this episode is packed with wisdom, strategy, and real talk on building a life of purpose—not just profit.

📲 Connect with Marilynn on IG @marilynntaylor or visit marilynntaylor.com

Ready to build a lifestyle aligned real estate portfolio? Apply for the Rooted in Rentals Mentorship and Interview with Zoey to join the community: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/rnrmentorship

Get Zoey’s free resources for her listenings and stay in the know with the monthly Rooted Report here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/tools

Exclusive discounts and free trials from brands Zoey loves for her listeners. Unlock them here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/resources-

In this vibrant episode of Off Grid with Zoey B, we meet Nicole Baldwin, real estate investor, agent, and all-around short-term rental strategist, who turned early entrepreneurial hustle into a powerful real estate career rooted in strategy, grit, and intentionality.

From flipping designer jeans on eBay in high school to house hacking her first property in Denver, Nicole’s journey is anything but ordinary. She walks us through the pivotal moments that shaped her. From buying her first fix-and-flip primary home (with roommates to offset the mortgage) to getting mentored by the seller who recognized her spark. Now with STRs in Phoenix, Dallas, and Colorado, she’s also helping clients find and underwrite cash-flowing deals across Colorado as a powerhouse investor-friendly agent.

💥 What You’ll Learn:

• How Nicole got started with house hacking and scaled into STRs
• What went wrong with her early mentorship (and how she learned to trust her gut)
• How she bought her Dallas STR right before regulations changed
• The legal fight she joined to protect her rights as a host
• Why she's obsessed with tax strategies like cost segregation and bonus depreciation
• How she underwrites deals for clients (and finds unicorns with 50% cash-on-cash returns!)
• Tips for staying hands-on without burning out across multiple markets

Nicole proves that success in real estate is about strategy, self-belief, and surrounding yourself with the right people. If you’re navigating early-stage investing, market shifts, or considering becoming an investor-friendly agent yourself. This one’s packed with tactical gems and real talk.

🎧 Hit play and get ready to be inspired to take action with confidence and clarity.

Ready to build a lifestyle aligned real estate portfolio? Apply for the Rooted in Rentals Mentorship and Interview with Zoey to join the community: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/rnrmentorship

Get Zoey’s free resources for her listenings and stay in the know with the monthly Rooted Report here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/tools

Exclusive discounts and free trials from brands Zoey loves for her listeners. Unlock them here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/resources-