Vacation Rental Machine
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
3 Ways To Destroy Your Airbnb Business
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about how not to implode on your short term rental business. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm155 🌎...
The Vacation Rental Outlook for 2022
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we are going to talk about AirDNA's 2022 Vacation Rental Outlook Report. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm154 📝Check o...
Our Airbnb Powerplay Strategy for 2022
19 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about our 2022 Airbnb and short term rental powerplay strategies. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm15...
Slow Season Airbnb Strategy
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about what are the best guest that you should be having when things slow down. 📝Show Notes https://shortterms...
Airbnb's 100 New Updates & What You Should Care About
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about the 100 new updates that Airbnb recently announced. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm151 🌎Jo...
Airbnb's Aircover Explained
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about Airbnb's new Aircover- the pros and the cons and if it is really all it is that they say it's supposed to ...
Nest vs Ecobee, Which is the Best Smart Thermostat for Airbnb?
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are talking about "Smart Thermostats" and which one you should choose. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm149 🌎Join th...
Minut vs Noiseaware, which is the best noise monitor for Airbnb?
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are talking about Minut versus Noiseaware. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm148 🌎Join the Host Nation community! htt...
Airbnb Cancellations... What's Happening?
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are talking about cancellations that are happening between the August to October time frame on Airbnb and what is actually happeni...
6 Strategies for Building Your Airbnb Cohosting Business
06 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm going to be sharing with you 6 strategies you can use to build your cohosting Airbnb business. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsa...
Best Rental Listing Sites for Hosts
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about the best sites to list your property for short term rentals. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm1...
How To Prevent Fraudulent Bookings on Airbnb
21 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about "scammers" and how to prevent that from your short term rental business. 📝Show Notes https://shortterms...
The 4 Steps to Becoming an Airbnb Superhost
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are talking about how to become an Airbnb Superhost. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm143 🌎Join the Host Nation comm...
What is a PMS & Why You Need It
07 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going talk about what is a PMS (Property Management Software) and why you need one in your Airbnb business. 📝Show Notes htt...
What is Dynamic Pricing & Why You Need It
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are talking about "Dynamic Pricing". What is it? And why you should use it? 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm141 🌎Jo...
Don’t Start an Airbnb Without Answering These 8 Questions First
24 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about 8 things that you need to answer before you start your Airbnb business. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsa...
Is Now a Good Time to Start a Business on Airbnb? (2021)
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk if now is a good time to start an Airbnb business (mid-2021). 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm139 🌎...
What To Do When Operating Airbnb Rental Arbitrage Illegally
10 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are talking about what to do when you are operating an Airbnb rental arbitrage unit illegally. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsag...
Airbnb Market Review for June by AirDNA
03 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are reviewing Airbnb's market review by AirDNA for June 2021. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm137 🌎Join the Host Na...
Watch Out! Covid Round 2 and How to Prepare for Airbnb Hosts
27 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about Covid round 2 and how you can best prepare for your Airbnb short term rental business. 📝Show Notes http...
Places You Can Find Landlords For Cohosting
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about how to find cohost clients for your Airbnb short-term rental business. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsag...
Places You Can Find Landlords for Rental Arbitrage
13 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about places you can find landlords for your Airbnb rental arbitrage business. 📝Show Notes https://shortterms...
Should You Start An Airbnb Cleaning Business?
06 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about the pros and cons of starting an Airbnb cleaning company. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm133 ...
What to Do When Your Airbnb Cleaner Isn't Performing Well?
29 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about what to do when your cleaner is not performing well. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm132 🌎J...
Top 3 Must-Have Tech Items for Airbnb in 2021
22 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about the top 3 tech items that you need to put in your Airbnb for 2021. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.co...
How to Get More Exposure For Your Airbnb Listing
15 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about how to get more exposure for your Airbnb listing. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm130 🌎Join...
How Many Airbnb Properties to Quit Your Job?
01 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about "How many Airbnb short-term rental properties do you need to quit your job?" 📝Show Notes https://shortt...
How to Get Business Credit Fast for Airbnb Rental Arbitrage
25 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about business credit for your Airbnb rental arbitrage business. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm128...
Airbnb's New Review Policy & How It Impacts Hosts
18 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about Airbnb's new policy regarding parties and the review process. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm...
When Should You Cancel On An Airbnb Guest?
11 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about when you should be cancelling on an Airbnb guest. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm126 🌎Join...
How To Screen For Bad Guests on Airbnb
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about how to screen for bad guests on Airbnb. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm125 🌎Join the Host ...
How to Find the Best Locations for Airbnb Rental Arbitrage
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about how to find the best places for Airbnb rental arbitrage. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm124 🌎...
How Much Should You Pay a Short Term Rental Manager?
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about property management fees and how much should you pay your vacation rental property manager. 📝Show Notes...
Should I Self Manage or Hire a Property Manager for Airbnb?
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about self management versus hiring a property manager for your Airbnb. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com...
What to Do When Your Airbnb Guest Complains
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about how to resolve if a guest is complaining in your short term rental property. 📝Show Notes https://shortt...
How to Handle Discount Requests on Airbnb
30 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about how to handle discount requests on Airbnb. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm120 🌎Join the Ho...
Should You Meet Your Airbnb Guests in Person?
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about if you should meet your Airbnb guests in person or not. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm119 🌎...
Airbnb Arbitrage: How to Handle Smart Locks
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we are talking about how to handle smart locks with your rental arbitrage property. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm118 🌎...
How to Organize Your Short Term Rental Cleaner Closet
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about how to setup your Airbnb maid closet or cleaner closet. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm117 🌎...
What Not to Do on Airbnb
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about the things that you should NOT be doing on Airbnb. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm116 🌎Joi...
Maintenance Tips for Airbnb Vacation Rentals
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about how to maintain your Airbnb short term rentals. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm115 🌎Join t...
Should you get your real estate license for Airbnb investing?
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're going to talk about whether or not you need a real estate license to manage properties within Airbnb. 📝Show Notes https://sh...
What to Do if Someone Smokes in Your Airbnb
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're going to talk about what to do if someone smokes in your Airbnb short term rental units. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.c...
How to Detect if Someone is Smoking in Your Airbnb
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about how to detect if someone is smoking in your Airbnb short term rentals. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsag...
Things You Should Be Doing In 2021 For Your Airbnb Business
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, we are going to talk about the things that you should be doing in 2021 in your Airbnb business. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.co...
What NOT to Include in Your Airbnb
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, we are going to talk about things that you should not be including in your Airbnb short term rentals. 📝Show Notes https://shortterms...
How to Price Your Airbnb With No Data or Comparables
12 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, we are going to talk about how to price your Airbnb without any data or comparables. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm109 🌎...
Can you Cohost with No Prior Hosting Experience?
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're going to talk about if you can become a cohost with no prior hosting experience. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm10...
Our Review of 2020 for Short Term Rental Hosts
29 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're going to talk about our review of 2020 as short term rental hosts. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm107 🌎Join the...
Cohosting vs Property Management
22 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're going to talk about cohosting versus property management and which one is right for you. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.c...
Airbnb's IPO and the Future of Short Term Rentals
15 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're going to talk about Airbnb's IPO and the future of short term rentals. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm105 🌎Join...
How to handle direct booking requests from Airbnb
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're going to talk about how to handle direct booking requests. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm104 🌎Join the Host Na...
Our thoughts on Airbnb's IPO and How It Affects Hosts
25 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're going to talk about the Airbnb IPO and what that means for hosts like you. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm103 🌎...
Airbnb Automated Tips (2 Things You Must Do)
17 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're going talk about 2 really easy ways for you to be able to automate your business on Airbnb. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsag...
Should You Allow Pets in Your Airbnb
10 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're going to talk about hosting guests with pets. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm101 🌎Join the Host Nation communit...
Best Alternatives to Airbnb (Airbnb vs Vrbo and More)
03 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're going to talk about the best ALTERNATIVES to Airbnb. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm100 🌎Join the Host Nation c...
Airbnb Will Kick You Off The Platform if You Don't Do This
27 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're going to talk about Airbnb's new cleaning standards. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm99 🌎Join the Host Nation co...
WARNING: Watch This Before Doing Airbnb
20 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're talking about warnings when picking up a new listing. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm98 🌎Join the Host Nation c...
Best Smart Home Devices for Airbnb
13 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're talking about the best smart home devices for your Airbnb. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm97 🌎Join the Host Nat...
Should You Cancel A Guest on Airbnb?
06 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're going to talk about Airbnb and "if" or "when" you should cancel on a guest. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm96 🌎...
Best Mattresses for Airbnb
29 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're going to talk about the best mattress that you should be using for your Airbnb. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm95 ...
Should You Decorate Your Airbnb for the Holidays?
22 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're going to be talking about if you should decorate your Airbnb for the holidays. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm94 🌎...
Airbnb Covid Challenges (Watch this before you invest!)
15 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, we're going to talk about the challenges of building out properties curing COVID. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm93 🌎Jo...
Which is Harder to Start and Scale, Rental Arbitrage or Cohosting?
08 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, we are going to talk about the challenges between rental arbitrage versus cohosting. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm92 🌎...
Most Common Stress Points Short Term Rental Hosts Face
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, we are going to talk about the major stress points that you'll face when you are scaling a short term rental business. 📝Show Notes h...
When to Quit Your Job and Go Full Time on Airbnb
25 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, we're going to talk about "Should you quit your job to do Airbnb full time?" 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm90 🌎Join th...
Struggles of A Rental Arbitrage Investor
18 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're going to talk about some of the biggest struggles of a rental arbitrage investor. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm8...
How much to spend on your Airbnb Rental Arbitrage properties
11 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, we're going to talk about how much you should spend on your short term rental property. 📝Show Notes https://www.ShortTermSage.com/...
How to Add Value to Your Short Term Rental Property
04 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, we're going to talk about the things that you can include in your short term rental properties to raise value and acquire more bookings...
Best Airbnb Sheets
28 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're going to talk about the best sheets you should be getting for your Airbnb short term rental business. 📝Show Notes https://sh...
Airbnb Listing Review from an Airbnb Superhost
21 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, we are going to be reviewing Airbnb properties. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm85 🌎Join the Host Nation community! http...
Airbnb’s New Off-Platform Policy Explained
14 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What is Airbnb new Off-Platform Policy and how does it impact professional short term rental operators? 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm...
Airbnb Photos: Tips from a Superhost (The Do's and Dont's)
07 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, we're helping you select the best photos for your Airbnb, vacation rental property. We'll be helping you so that you can get more booki...
How to Come Up with A Name for Your Airbnb Property
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, we're going to talk about how to come up with a name for your Airbnb short term rental property. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsa...
House Hacking with Airbnb: A Powerful Strategy
23 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about Airbnb house hacking and why it is such a powerful strategy. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm81 🌎Join ...
Airbnb Rental Arbitrage Market Research for Profitability (2020)
16 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to be looking at a particular market, see how we do market research, and if there is profitability even during COVID-19....
Analyzing Airbnb Market Crash Recovery Index
09 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, we talk about where the market is for short term rentals as far as recovery and then also, look into different markets and find if ther...
What to Put in Your Airbnb Property for Medium Term Guests
02 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about what you should be putting in your units to accommodate mid-term and long-term guests. 📝Show Notes https://shortter...
Short Term vs Mid-Term vs Long Term
26 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about short term, mid-term and long term reservations. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/str77 🌎Join the Host ...
Rental Arbitrage vs Cohosting in 2020
19 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about rental arbitrage versus co-hosting in 2020 and beyond. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm76 ⚙️Get our FRE...
5 Tips for Hosts Struggling During this Pandemic
12 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, we're going to be giving you five tips on surviving this pandemic as a short term rental host 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/...
Is It a Good Time to Start a Short Term Rental Business Now?
05 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about is it a good time during this pandemic to get into short term renting. 📝Show Notes https://shorttermsage.com/vrm74 ⚙...
Rental Arbitrage Contracts & Things You Can Do to Protect Your Business
30 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about rental agreements and things you can put in them to protect yourself in case a pandemic or recession might happen. 🏠...
How to Pay for Rental Arbitrage Leases During a Pandemic
21 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about payments that you have to make to your landlords using the master lease for the rental arbitrage model. 🏠Interested ...
The Impact of This Pandemic on our Business
14 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about how the COVID-19 has affected our short term rental business. 🏠Interested in selling your STR business?...
SBA Disaster Relief Loan Information for Short Term Rental Hosts
06 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're going to be talking about the SBA loan for short term rental hosts. 🏠Interested in selling your STR business? https://strbro...
Response to Airbnb, Brian Chesky's 4 Step Action Plan
01 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're talking about Brian Chesky's announcement video and the 4 key action steps Airbnb will be taking in response to hosts. 🏠Inte...
Is Airbnb Rental Arbitrage Dead Due to The Coronavirus
30 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about how the rental arbitrage hosts are affected by the Coronavirus. 🏠For rental arbitrage hosts who are interested in se...
Strategies on Surviving the Coronavirus as an Airbnb Host
27 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're talking about strategies and how to still generate some revenue during the Covid-19 crisis. 🏠For rental arbitrage hosts who...
How Coronavirus Affects the Short Term Rental Market
23 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, we talk about how coronavirus affects the short term rental market and what that's going to look like after all of this settles down. ...
Coronavirus and The Impact on Airbnb Market
21 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, Jon shares his experience of Airbnb, all cancellations that are coming in, and how Airbnb has been responding to this. ⌛ Register he...
When to Charge a Guest on Airbnb for Damages
17 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are talking about when you should charge a guest and which ones you should eat at the cost of damages that occur in your property....
How to Prevent Short Term Rental Regulations from Changing
10 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are again with Patricia Moore to talk about how to prevent short term rental regulations from changing. ⌛ Register here for our ...
Short Term Rental Regulation Changes for Arizona and Florida
03 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about how your short term rental business will be affected by the regulation changes for Arizona and Florida. ⌛Want early b...
Coronavirus! My Guest on Airbnb is From China, What Should I Do?
25 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about what should you do if you have a guest on Airbnb that's traveling from China or places that have been affe...
Bizarre Experiences with Airbnb Guests
18 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jon Bell and Julian Sage are talking about weird guest experiences. ⌛Want early bird access to our upcoming Rental Arbitrage & Coho...
Phone Photos vs Professional Photos for Your Airbnb Listing
11 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jon Bell and Julian Sage talk about whether you should be taking professional photos or if you can get by with some maybe some really...
The Best Time to Become An Airbnb Cohost
04 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jon Bell and Julian Sage talk about when is a good time to start taking on cohost clients and to start building your Airbnb property ...
What to Do When An Airbnb Guest Checks In But Wants to Shorten Their Reservation
28 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jon Bell and Julian Sage talk about what to do when a guest checks into your Airbnb unit, but wants to shorten the reservation. 📝S...
How to Create an Airbnb Cleaning Hub
24 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are talking about how to create an Airbnb cleaning hub to reduce the time it takes to clean short term rental units. 📝Show Note...