Most broken processes survive in business for years because fixing them means stopping work that pays to do work that doesn't. When new tax laws hit Wanaka, Kim Stewart turned a 200-invoice monthly nightmare into a 10-minute automated sync.In this episode of The Accommodation Show, Kim Stewart from Lakeview Properties shares how she bought a 25-property business running on spreadsheets, kept 95 percent of owners during the transition, and tripled her portfolio.We explore how she navigated major New Zealand GST changes, modernized her PMS and dynamic pricing stack, and trained herself to stop reacting to every guest message.Guest: Kim Stewart, Owner, Lakeview PropertiesWebsite: lakeview-properties.com📋 In this episode, we discuss:00:00 - Buying an STR business and keeping 95% of owners03:15 - Why year one is about not rocking the boat08:40 - Running 25 properties on manual spreadsheets14:20 - The New Zealand GST tax shift that broke the business20:10 - Slashing 200 manual invoices down to a 10-minute sync26:35 - Building the tech stack: Hostaway, PriceLabs, Sweeply33:15 - Why small-town operators need to leave the building38:00 - Training yourself to stop reacting to guest comms#PropertyManagement #STRGrowth #ShortTermRentalsSHOW LINKSLakeview Properties — lakeview-properties.comHostaway — hostaway.comPriceLabs — pricelabs.coXero — xero.comSTRive — striveconferences.comDon't forget to hit that subscribe button! This keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES!📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍 Join the Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Community:https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🔗 Connect with Bart Sobies for industry insights, tools, and resources:https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Catch every episode of The Accommodation Show here:https://www.theaccommodationshow.com✨ Ready to take things up a level? Come to STRIVE:https://www.striveconferences.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊Need more direct bookings or a brand new website?The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results.🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer:This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links.This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them.If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support.

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