Ep 264 - The Truth About STR Investing Abroad with Fabio Moro

Everyone wants a piece of the global STR market — but most will lose money doing it. Fabio Moro reveals the brutal truths of running short-term rentals in Italy, and what it really takes to survive in a shifting STR landscape. • Why most foreign investors get crushed in Italy • The systems you must have to manage remotely • What happens when the STR gold rush slows down • How to protect your properties from market shifts • Lessons from building a sustainable business, not a gamble 00:01:11 – How Fabio Started Investing in Italy From Abroad 00:03:45 – Finding and Trusting the Right Local Partners 00:06:20 – Turning Old Properties Into Luxury Short-Term Rentals 00:09:42 – Why Italy Is a Hidden Gem for STR Investing 00:12:55 – The Real Costs of Renovating in a Foreign Market 00:16:28 – Remote Management Systems That Actually Work 00:20:12 – Designing Guest Experiences That Command Higher Rates 00:23:40 – Due Diligence and Financial Discipline in STR Investing 00:28:10 – Scaling With Intent: Quality Over Quantity 00:32:02 – The End Goal: Freedom, Culture, and Sustainable Growth Guest Bio: Formerly a Partner at a major commodity trading firm with ventures spanning the US and Asia, Fabio now channels his international experience into developing distinctive villas and hospitality projects in Italy, guided by a vision of understated luxury, design and local authenticity Guest Link: casaroverella.it palazzosanvito.it Get FREE Access to our Community and Weekly Trainings: https://group.strsecrets.com/