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  • No data? No problem! (Pt. 1)

    No data? No problem! (Pt. 1)
    2024/05/28
    No data? No problem! This week, I’m talking all about how to make informed investment decisions even when there is limited or no data available. I share my personal experiences with adding unique amenities to properties and discuss the importance of risk management for investors, especially first-timers. You’ll hear my outline for a two-step method for handling situations with sparse data, practical examples, and a secret formula for evaluating the potential revenue impact of amenities. Connect with Kenny on LinkedIn!
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    18 分
  • What is dirty data and how can we avoid it? (Pt. 2)

    What is dirty data and how can we avoid it? (Pt. 2)
    2024/05/23
    Joe Rohne, real estate agent and investor, joins us this week to discus the challenges and lessons learned from using unreliable data in real estate investment. Joe shares his journey from participating in an accelerator program to owning and co-hosting short-term rentals in Panama City Beach and Branson, Missouri. We focus on why it's important to have accurate, season-specific data and robust performance analysis to avoid making poor investment decisions based on 'dirty data'. Connect with Joe on LinkedIn Connect with Kenny on LinkedIn!
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    40 分
  • What is dirty data and how can we avoid it? (Pt. 1)

    What is dirty data and how can we avoid it? (Pt. 1)
    2024/05/21
    This week we're getting dirty...diving into the 'dirty data' within short-term rental market analyses. I'm talking about what dirty data is, its impact, and how to spot and avoid it using practical examples from Airbnb listings and data tools. You'll hear the importance of scrutinizing property listings for anomalies in revenue, review counts, and calendar availability as indicators of reliability. I hope this helps inspire you to evaluate market and property data, in order to make informed investment decisions. Connect with Kenny on LinkedIn!
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    17 分
  • How to find cash flowing deals in 45 days? (Pt. 2)

    How to find cash flowing deals in 45 days? (Pt. 2)
    2024/05/16
    In this Part 2 episode, Sheila Hrinda from STR Insights is joining to discuss strategies for finding cashflow positive real estate deals within 45 days. Sheila shares her journey from a cost accountant in the construction industry to a full-time real estate investor since 2012. She shares her approach to buying short-term rentals from the beginning of the pandemic in 2020, her experience with overcoming analysis paralysis, and the importance of having a clear plan and understanding one's investment goals. Sheila offers practical advice for both new and experienced investors on property selection, underwriting processes, financing strategies, and the value of mentorship in navigating the competitive field of short-term rental investments. Connect with Sheila Hrinda on LinkedIn Connect with Kenny on LinkedIn!
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    32 分
  • How to find cash flowing deals in 45 days? (Pt. 1)

    How to find cash flowing deals in 45 days? (Pt. 1)
    2024/05/14
    Today’s episode is Part 1 of how to find cash flowing deals in 45 days! You’ll learn my five-step strategy to finding cash-flowing deals within 45 days or less, while navigating a more challenging market than previous years. I highlight the importance of understanding ROI goals, targeting the right markets, identifying market sweet spots, conducting correct property evaluations, and crafting effective offers. Stay tuned for Part 2 where you will hear from someone who has actually applied these steps and been successful! Connect with Kenny on LinkedIn!
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    16 分
  • How to Find Secret Emerging Markets? (Pt. 2)

    How to Find Secret Emerging Markets? (Pt. 2)
    2024/05/09
    Welcome to Part 2 of how to find secret emerging markets! I’m excited to be joined by Will Van Wickler, a leading real estate agent focusing on emerging short-term rental markets in New England. We talk about identifying and capitalizing on emerging markets in Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont, with a detailed exploration of areas like Sunday River, Bar Harbor, and Old Orchard Beach. Will shares his journey from cybersecurity student to real estate investor and agent and discusses the significance of choosing the right locations, accurately projecting expenses, and the art of revenue management to achieve positive cash flow. You’ll also hear about the resilience and growth of New England's STR market, despite challenges and fluctuations in seasonal demand. Stick around for the end, you won’t want to miss Will’s tips for new investors! Connect with Will Van Wickler! Connect with Kenny on LinkedIn!
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    35 分
  • How to Find Secret Emerging Markets? (Pt. 1)

    How to Find Secret Emerging Markets? (Pt. 1)
    2024/05/07
    Welcome to Part 1 of how to find secret emerging markets! In this episode you will hear about the common pitfalls of chasing popular markets in real estate investment and introduces strategies for identifying and investing in emerging markets instead. I shares insights into what defines an emerging market, including rapid and consistent demand growth and a limited number of active listings. This episode covers practical tips for researching potential emerging markets using data on tourism, short-term rentals availability, and ROIs, with specific reference to locations like Blue Ridge, North Georgia, and areas around national parks. Connect with Kenny on LinkedIn!
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    17 分
  • Is My Airbnb Market Saturated? (Pt. 2)

    Is My Airbnb Market Saturated? (Pt. 2)
    2024/05/02
    Welcome to Part 2 for this weeks topic - is my Airbnb market saturated? Kenny is joined by Elizabeth Richman, a seasoned co-host and property owner, who shares her journey and strategies in making her properties stand out and become highly profitable despite high market saturation. Elizabeth provides insights into various properties she manages across the country, including a cabin in Blue Ridge, Georgia, which has achieved remarkable success by catering to specific niches such as pet-friendly accommodations and focusing on unique value propositions like providing exceptional amenities and leveraging local attractions. She covers importance of creatively marketing properties to meet their specific needs and touches on the challenges of managing properties in areas with extreme competition and how to find unique selling points to attract guests.
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    40 分