SmartStay Show - Short Term Rental Counsel + Coaching | Airbnb Hosting Tips
Welcome to the SmartStay Show, your go-to podcast for mastering Short-Term Rentals on Airbnb, Vrbo, and beyond. For more Airbnb tips, visit smartstayshow.com and smartstaycoaching.com. Hosted by 30-time Airbnb Superhost Jason Muth and Real Estate Attorney Rory Gill, we equip you with the tools to launch, manage, and optimize your vacation rental like a pro. Unlike other shows, we specifically cater to owners of small-but-mighty portfolios who self-manage their properties. Each episode delivers expert insights, legal tips, and proven strategies from successful hosts across the U.S. Whether you’re buying your first property, improving your listing, or looking to stay ahead of the competition, we offer actionable advice and real-life stories to help you thrive. From pricing strategies to guest communication, we provide the playbook to turn your property into a top-performing rental. Subscribe now and unlock your rental’s full potential with the SmartStay Show!
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NEVER Let Equity Sit Idle - Here's What Smart Real Estate Investors Do Instead | Alan Franks
Feeling “equity rich” but still cash strapped? You’re not alone—and there’s a smarter way to break free. In this eye-opening episode, We sit down with Certified Financial Planner Alan Franks to explore how real estate investors can unlock hidden capital, boost returns, and build lasting wealth. Alan shares powerful str
What happens when a frustrated Airbnb host builds a tool to solve his own problem—and ends up launching one of the most influential platforms in short-term rentals? In this episode, we sit down with Pierre-Camille Hamana, CEO and founder of Hospitable, to explore his surprising journey from law school dropout to tech e
What Happens When Your Airbnb Becomes a Disaster? Join us as we sit down with Andy Gurczak, a seasoned public adjuster and new short-term rental owner, to explore the often-overlooked world of insurance claims for vacation rentals. In this eye-opening episode, Andy reveals insider tips on protecting your property and w
Did you know your short-term rental could be a powerful tax-saving machine? In this episode, We sit down with Sean Graham—CPA, real estate investor, and cost segregation expert—to uncover how vacation rental owners can legally slash their tax bills using smart depreciation strategies. From bonus depreciation and the sh
Are you ready to find your next cash-flowing short-term rental property — and actually know it’s a winner before you buy? In this episode, We sit down with John Bianchi, the self-proclaimed "Airbnb Data Guy," who's helped uncover over 200 profitable STR properties. John pulls back the curtain on how to spot the best ma
Are you putting all your hosting eggs in the Airbnb basket? What if there's a smarter way to grow your short-term rental business? In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Mark Simpson, founder of Boostly and one of the world’s top experts in direct booking strategies. From running a family farm stay to becoming a
