Austin's out, the guests cancelled, and Matt is flying solo for Episode 101! But don't sleep on this one because he drops some real talk on one of the hottest topics buzzing around the STR community right now: the return of Airbnb's split fee model.

Should you switch back? Matt breaks down exactly why he thinks staying on the simplified fee structure is the smarter move, and walks through the math that most operators are overlooking when they get excited about the split fee option.

Here is what Matt covers:

Why the split fee actually ends up pricing your listings HIGHER for guests, how Airbnb can flip the script on you anytime they want (and why that risk is real), the competitive advantage you have right now by staying on simplified fees, and why he is not running the fees most people assume he is.

Matt also pulls back the curtain on a brand new project he has been building: his own AI guest messaging agent that you OWN instead of rent. No monthly subscription, hosted on your Google Drive, and running for about two bucks a month in API costs. He is looking for a few beta testers with Hospitable and a Google Drive account. If that is you, DM Matt on Facebook or email matt@cohostbros.com with the subject line "beta tester."

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Episode 100 is here, and we brought in a big one to celebrate. Matt and Austin sit down with Mike Michalowicz, bestselling author of Profit First, The Pumpkin Plan, Clockwork, and his newest book, The Money Habit. Simon Sinek called him the patron saint of entrepreneurs, and after this episode, you will understand why.

Mike breaks down the money mistakes that are quietly killing small businesses, including STR management companies, and gives you the tools to stop them. From the simple formula flip that unlocks real profitability, to why most of us sabotage our own financial success the moment we start making money, this episode is packed with insights that hit way too close to home.

Here is what you will learn:

Why the traditional accounting formula is backwards and what to do instead, how Parkinson's Law is silently draining your bank account, the Pumpkin Plan strategy and why pruning your client roster could be your biggest growth move, how to use your best clients to instantly identify what your business should double down on, and why you need to nail both your business and personal finances to actually build wealth.

Whether you have been reading Mike's books for years or this is your first time hearing his name, this episode will change the way you think about money and your business.

Check out Mike's books and resources at www.mikemotorbike.com and his podcast Becoming Self Made on Apple and Spotify.

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If you've ever thought about selling your STR business someday, this episode is a must-listen. Matt and Austin sit down with Dylan Burgess, VP of Mergers and Acquisitions at C2G Advisors, the leading M&A advisory firm in the short-term rental industry. With nearly 10 years in the space and 36 acquisitions under his belt, Dylan has worked with some of the biggest names in the industry, including Vacasa and VTrips, and now helps vacation rental managers buy, sell, and maximize the value of their businesses.

Dylan breaks down exactly what buyers are looking for, how businesses are valued, why your homeowner contracts and fee structure matter more than you think, and the hidden revenue streams most operators are leaving on the table. Whether you have 5 units or 500, the decisions you make TODAY will determine what your business is worth TOMORROW.

In this episode, you will learn:

Why standardizing your contracts and operations early is critical for a future exit, what a healthy profit margin actually looks like in the STR space (Dylan gives you the real numbers), how cleaning, maintenance, and damage waivers are some of your biggest untapped revenue opportunities, what makes a business "sticky" and attractive to serious buyers, and when the right time is to reach out to an advisor even if you are not ready to sell yet.

This is one of those episodes that will change the way you think about your business. Do not sleep on it.

Connect with Dylan Burgess and C2G Advisors at www.c2gadvisors.com or find him on LinkedIn.

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