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Just a couple of weeks ago, Hopper shook up the OTA space by announcing their new vertical - Hopper Homes.

It's no secret that vacation rentals and short-term rental accommodations are here in a big way and Hopper Homes is on a mission to bring price transparency and flexibility to the space.

In today's podcast, we're so excited to be joined by the Head of Hopper Homes, Susan Ho.

Listen in to learn about Susan's unique journey into the short-term rental industry, Hopper's acquisition of her former company Journey, her astounding and unique experience raising VC funding, and what's to come for Hopper Homes.

What makes this episode even more amazing is the fact that our very own co-host John is also Senior Business Development Manager for Hopper Homes

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It's a big week for the no BS short-term rental podcast!

For our first sponsored episode, we are excited to be joined by Brooke Pfautz, the founder and CEO of Vintory.

Vintory is the number one property acquisition platform, helping Vacation Rental Managers to grow their inventory through a data-focused software solution and incredible marketing.

Tune in to learn how Brooke built Vintory from the ground up and the massive success he and his team have had.

This is a great show with amazing insights and we're excited to announce Vintory as our first major sponsor - be sure to check out the special offer they are giving to all no BS listeners:

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If there's one thing that the vacation rental industry has shown us recently, it's big checks.

Listen in this week to hear John and Mateo's take on the insane funding numbers in the short-term rental space, why diving into data is more accessible than ever, which companies are on our radar, and more.

Big things are on the horizon for the no BS pod and stay tuned for awesome guests and sponsors in the upcoming episodes!

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What's something that pretty much everyone and most especially short-term rental hosts can agree upon? Laundry sucks.

Just a few years ago, Daniel Cruz found himself overwhelmed by the constant laundry he had to keep up with as an Airbnb host. This led Daniel to see a fantastic business opportunity: a linen and laundry service built exclusively for hosts.

This is how washbnb was born.

Daniel's understanding of both sides of the hospitality coin - the guest and host experiences - has led him to lead washbnb to great success in just a short amount of time.

We're excited to see where this journey takes washbnb and from where we're sitting the sky's the limit!

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Like most in our industry, Jacobie Olin President of C2G Advisors and Olin Realty Group saw a record year in 2021. ...like, northwards of 180 million in negotiated deals, kind of a record year!

What does that say about our industry and where are we going in 2022 and beyond? Jacobie has some ideas.

We uncover that he didn't even realize he was born into the vacation rental industry (it didn't really have a name back then) when he was a child stripping beds... he thought his father James Olin, (Resort Quest, Sterling Resorts...now CEO of C2G) was in the hotel business.

This is a story of strong relationships, career sidesteps, and consultive nurturing for both buyers and sellers in tan ultra-competitive vacation rental mergers and acquisitions market.

Hold on short-term rental industry, we're in the "early innings" of a ball game that's just interesting!

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We ring in the new year with Mike Harrington CEO & Owner of Carolina Retreats.

Mike's journey into vacation rentals is like most... a happy accident.

With a desire to live and play near the ocean, this self-proclaimed coastal boy took a chance on a role under the leadership of Stuart Pack and mentorship of Stewart Couch on the Outer Banks.

16+ years later Mike has built quite an impressive business in Carolina Retreats.

A recent trip with his family spurred his prediction for the vacation rental space for 2022.

Mike's story is impressive with no lack of heart for our industry. From a former VRMA board member and a term as President, the "business" of short-term rentals is in his blood and comes across in all he does.

The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other.

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2021 Recap Episode!

What a year and we're so glad to be coming to you every week touching on the news and culture in the Vacation Rental Industry.

This episode is a LOOOOOOOONG one… our suggestion is to break it up into smaller more digestible audio chunks.

Every episode and guest that came onto the podcast in 2021 is mentioned and talked about.

Before we get into the recap we tackle Vacasa going public and V-Trips recent powerhouse acquisitions!

Nothing but love for our guests and audience, and a HUGE shoutout to Hospitality.FM for bringing us into the fold.

Enjoy some much-needed time off and we'll see you back here in the new year!

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This week we sit down with family; the inspirational Judith Rizzio.

Judiths' story is amazing and her ties to the communities she touches and our very own Mateo will warm your heart.

From fashion icon to HIV activist, her involvement in passion projects opens doors for those that are in need of help or direction.

"You need to be not fearful of different" - Judith 

She uses her love affair and experience with fashion to help people counter the privilege of fashion to make it accessible and fun for all.

Judith and her husband Jim host in a beautiful NE Portland, Oregon neighborhood and incorporate life, love, and art into their Airbnb, "The Nest".

For over five decades Judith has engaged with people from all walks of life and her impact is felt in every direction she has gone.

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We're honored to have our good friend and 2021 Women's Summit Pioneer Award winner Carole Lynn Sharoff join us this week.

The President of AVH Realty, Inc, and Atlantic Vacation Homes brings her almost 40 years of vacation rental industry knowledge (and stories) to the table in a way that only she can.

On top of running her business, Carole has served on various boards and committees both industry-focussed with VRMA and community focussed with Rotary and the Chamber of Commerce.

Carole has paved the way for many in the vacation rental space to include 2 of her 3 amazing children Jonathan Fonvielle and Michelle Williams. In addition, she had been at the forefront of Diversity and Inclusion initiatives pushing for industry-wide recognition, acceptance, and understanding.

Talking about who she is as a person, Carol states "I won't let things be said that can't be proven". It is this type of leadership that we here at the no BS pod admire and look up to.

A true outspoken and courageous pioneer!

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Season 2 is off and running with a partnership with Hospitality.FM and an episode that should resonate with all.

Lorrain Woodward from Becoming rentABLE joins us dropping knowledge and numbers that are both devastating and reassuring.

Did you know that 61 million people in the United States live with a disability?  Did you also know that on a weekly basis 70,000 unique inquiries come through Airbnb searching for homes that cater to the disabled? #mindblown

The answer to the number of homes that are on Airbnb that meet four basic criteria for mobility disabled people will shock you... you'll have to listen.

Lorraine is AMAZING and the positivity and action she is bringing to the short-term rental space are needed and welcomed.

This episode is powerful and will pull on your heartstrings. Of all the must-listens we have promoted this must-listen is right up there!

The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other.

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