In today's episode, Avery and Chuck dive into some current events in the short term rental space and discuss how the second Trump administration could impact the real estate industry. We also touched on how international travel patterns and population migration within the country could impact various markets. We both stress that while there are challenges ahead, there are also opportunities for those who can navigate the current market conditions.

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In this episode of The Short Term Show, we dive into the recent policy changes from Vrbo regarding the sale of vacation rental properties. As we discuss the implications of these new rules, Avery is joined by experienced agents from The Short Term Shop: Natalie Walthour, Jay Lawrence, and Stacey Lancaster. We start by highlighting the key points of Vrbo's new policy, which requires sellers to block their calendars and notify travelers of upcoming reservations when listing their properties for sale. We touch on the complexities of transferring future bookings to new owners, including the legal obligations that may arise if the new owner intends to use the property differently. Jay shares insights from his experience in Western North Carolina, where state laws require honoring bookings for a certain period after closing. We also discuss the challenges of managing future bookings and the importance of clear communication between buyers and sellers.

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In this episode of the Short Term Show, Avery welcomes Jefferson Calloway. Jefferson shares his journey into real estate, starting from his time as a helicopter pilot in the military stationed in Alabama, where he purchased his first rental property. He discusses his transition back to the East Coast and his focus on home remodeling, highlighting the synergy between real estate and home improvement. Avery and Jefferson also discuss why being likeable and easy to work with are important qualities to have in real estate, and how househacking and creative financing can significantly contribute to the growth of your portfolio.

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In this episode of The Short Term Show, Avery introduces Gil Chan, a real estate investor who has recently launched an innovative platform for direct bookings called Crafted Stays. Gil explains the importance of having a direct booking presence and how Crafted Stays offers a user-friendly, affordable solution for hosts. We also discuss the potential impact of Google Vacation Rentals and the benefits of starting direct bookings early. Gil shares insights into his own direct booking success, emphasizing the value of email marketing and nurturing past guests.

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https://www.instagram.com/craftedstays/

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In this episode of the Short Term Show, Avery and her guest, experienced vacation rental investor, Chuck Kramer, dove into the latest lists of best places to invest in vacation rentals, released by various data and management companies. They aimed provided insight on various lists while providing clarity on how to interpret the markets included in the lists. Throughout the episode, they stressed the importance of market knowledge, understanding guest demographics, and doing thorough research beyond just the data provided in these lists. They also discussed the potential impact of social media and new developments on vacation rental markets.

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In this episode of the Short Term Show, Avery welcomed Austin, Texas based real estate investor Vivian Yip. Vivian shared her story of feeling trapped in the corporate rat race, which caused her to explore house flipping alongside her husband but soon realized it was akin to another job. Inspired by the book "Tax-Free Wealth," Vivian pivoted her strategy towards owning real estate for long term wealth building. Avery and Vivian delved into the strategies for managing midterm rentals, and the importance of having a good property management system. Vivian also shared insights on attracting a diverse range of guests and the benefits of a hybrid model that combines short term and midterm rentals.

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@vivianyip_official

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In this episode of the Short Term Show, Avery welcomed Chris and Jena Hartman, a dynamic duo who are both pilots and successful real estate investors. Chris and Jena shared their backgrounds, explaining how they both grew up in military households and eventually met at the Air Force Academy. They discussed their initial entry into real estate, which began with a piece of advice from a mentor: buy a house at every base and turn it into a rental property when you move. This strategy laid the foundation for their real estate journey. Chris and Jena detailed their first property purchase in Enid, Oklahoma. They touched on the challenges they faced, such as dealing with HOAs. They also emphasized to listeners that you really can manage a property from anywhere. 

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In this episode of The Short Term Show, Avery welcomed Laura Sides, a former middle school biology teacher who transitioned into real estate investing. Laura shared her journey from teaching to becoming a stay-at-home mom to discovering her passion for real estate and the challenges she has faced along the way. Laura explained her strategy of using HELOCs for short-term flips and paying them off quickly, rather than using them for long-term investments. She also touched on her experience transitioning to property manager for their short term rentals and they discussed the difficult task of firing property managers. 

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@sides_investing on Instagram
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On this week's episode Avery had the pleasure of chatting with Rick Sharga, CEO and founder of the C.J. Patrick Company. Rick explained that the current market dynamics are driven by a significant number of young adults reaching the prime age for first-time home buying, coupled with a shortage of available homes. They also touched on the potential for relief in the market. Rick is optimistic that by the end of 2025, we might see mortgage rates drop to around 6%, with home prices stabilizing and wage growth continuing. They also explored how media reports influence consumer behavior more than actual market conditions.

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This week's episode is a deep dive into the challenging real estate landscape of 2024, which has been marked as the worst market in the past 65 years in terms of homes sold. Avery welcomes four top real estate agents; January Johnson, Pete Apposato, Wayde Hall and Jonathan Lazzarino to discuss the implications for short term rental investors. Their conversation covers buying and selling insights from the year, advice for navigating the current market conditions and what opportunities await buyers in 2025.

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For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s Book, Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties

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