Avery Carl is joined by Short Term Shop agent Cody Roberts to break down how investors should build the right buying and management team when purchasing short-term rentals in Southern Utah. They discuss why working with experienced short-term rental agents, lenders, inspectors, and title companies is critical in a highly regulated market, along with the importance of verifying permits, financing requirements, contingencies, and local nuances like water rights. The episode also covers how to properly vet cleaners, handymen, landscapers, and pool companies, while emphasizing that strong systems and reliable vendors are essential for delivering a great guest experience and protecting your investment long term.

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Smarter Short Term Rentals - Buy it on Amazon
Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties – Buy it on Amazon

Avery Carl is joined by Short Term Shop Agent Cody Roberts to break down how calendars, pricing strategies, and seasonality impact short-term rental performance in the Southern Utah market. They discuss why spring and fall are the busiest seasons, how investors should approach dynamic pricing, and why closely managing tools like PriceLabs is critical to maximizing revenue. Luke also shares practical advice on building comp sets, monitoring booking windows, adjusting minimum night stays, and avoiding the common mistake of treating short term rentals like passive income.

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The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/
https://stsplus.com/
Follow Avery Carl on Instagram
Follow Avery Carl on TikTok
Join the Short Term Shop Facebook group
Check out the Short Term Shop on YouTube

For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s books:

Smarter Short Term Rentals - Buy it on Amazon
Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties – Buy it on Amazon

Avery Carl, Cody Roberts, and Rachel Gniady break down the revenue potential and investment opportunities across the Southern Utah short-term rental market. They discuss how areas like St. George, Hurricane, Glendale, and Kanab each appeal to different types of travelers, why modern homes with pools consistently outperform older inventory, and how limited development and strict regulations help support long-term demand. The episode also dives into revenue ranges by bedroom count, the growing opportunity around Zion’s new east entrance, and the importance of understanding taxes, utilities, cleaning logistics, and infrastructure costs before investing in the market.

Connect with an agent: agents@theshorttermshop.com

Connect with us:

The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/
https://stsplus.com/
Follow Avery Carl on Instagram
Follow Avery Carl on TikTok
Join the Short Term Shop Facebook group
Check out the Short Term Shop on YouTube

For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s books:

Smarter Short Term Rentals - Buy it on Amazon
Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties – Buy it on Amazon