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Jul 02, 2025Jul 03, 2025 Garrett Brown

Airbnb Just Quietly Changed the Rules For Hosts

A friend of mine recently messaged me after reading Airbnb’s updated Payment Terms. He runs a small portfolio of short-term rentals and has always been on top of things—careful about…

Jun 30, 2025Jul 11, 2025 Garrett Brown

With the NFL Season Around the Corner, These Are the Top 10 Markets For Airbnbs on Gameday

NFL fans don’t just travel, they travel with purpose. They book in groups, filling your driveway with trucks and tailgating gear, and they treat Sunday like a sacred holiday. For…

Jun 18, 2025Jun 18, 2025 Garrett Brown

The Tried and True Pathway to Five Airbnbs in Five Years

You don’t need a dozen doors or a beachfront empire to buy back your time. The truth is financial freedom with short-term rentals doesn’t require a massive portfolio. It just…

May 15, 2025May 15, 2025 Garrett Brown

Misunderstanding These Real Estate Tax Strategies Could Cost You Thousands

REPS and short-term rental exceptions are among the most powerful—and misunderstood—tools in a real estate investor’s tax strategy. Misapplying them can wipe out deductions or even trigger audits. These tax…

May 12, 2025May 21, 2025 Garrett Brown

The 10 Best Short-Term Rental Markets Under $500K That Cash Flow

Short-term rental investing isn’t about grabbing the cheapest fixer-upper and hoping guests magically appear. It’s about choosing the right markets with strong demand, flexible rules, and the potential to push…

May 05, 2025May 05, 2025 Garrett Brown

How to Scale Your Short-Term Rental Portfolio With Smart Financing

Scaling from your first short-term rental (STR) to a full portfolio isn’t just about finding excellent properties but the right way to finance them. And if you’re still relying on…

Apr 23, 2025Apr 23, 2025 Garrett Brown

Top 5 Profitable Short-Term Rental Markets In 2025 (And How to Finance Them)

Short-term rental investing isn’t what it was five years ago—and that’s a good thing. The market has finally matured. What used to feel like a Wild West of trial and…

Apr 18, 2025Apr 18, 2025 Garrett Brown

10 Recession-Proof Short-Term Rental Markets You Should Be Watching

Ask one person; we’re already deep into a recession. Ask someone else; the economy’s fine—just don’t check your 401(k). Truth is, whether we’re in a recession, heading toward one, or…

Mar 14, 2025Mar 14, 2025 Garrett Brown

Do Zillow’s Top 10 Housing Markets Work For Airbnbs?

Every year, Zillow releases its list of the top U.S. housing markets for 2025 based on projected home value growth, job trends, and buyer competition. For traditional real estate investors,…

Mar 14, 2025Mar 14, 2025 John Bowens

Investing in Short-Term Rentals With an IRA: What You Need to Know

Short-term rentals (STRs) have become an increasingly popular investment strategy, with platforms like Airbnb and VRBO making it easier than ever to generate income from vacation and short-stay properties. Many…

Feb 28, 2025Feb 28, 2025 Garrett Brown

The 15 Best Airbnb Markets for Every Investor’s Budget in 2025

Investing in short-term rentals (STRs) can be a gold mine—or a costly lesson in what not to do. The key? Picking the right market that fits your budget and investment…

Jan 27, 2025Jan 27, 2025 Garrett Brown

The 5 Best Housing Markets For Short-Term Rentals in 2025

AirDNA recently released its annual report on the Best Places to Invest in Vacation Rentals, providing valuable insights into the markets investors should target. While the list highlights several high-performing…

Jan 24, 2025Jan 24, 2025 Garrett Brown

Vacation Rental Insurance: Why Every Host Needs It

Owning a vacation rental can be lucrative, but it also comes with unique risks that standard homeowners’ insurance policies don’t cover. Imagine this: A guest accidentally starts a fire while…