Realtors + STR Investors: Why This Partnership Is So Powerful

[Shanna Dos Santos]

Something I've noticed working with STR investors is how powerful the relationship between realtors and STR operators can be.

The right agent can help identify properties with STR potential, but many investors also need help with:

- Setting up the property

- Renovation + design decisions

- Optimizing the listing 

- Managing the property long term

When realtors partner with experienced operators, it can create a much better experience for the investor.

Curious if any agents or investors here have partnered this way - what has your experience been?

[Andrew Steffens]

I am a STR PM Company Owner & Sales Broker. 95% of my clients are out of state and unaware of zoning regulations here, as well as what locations and amenities are most desirable to get the highest ROI. Since I manage property I have my finger on the pulse of the rental market I can make a suggestions that keep clients out of regulatory trouble and in the black (as best as possible). They also do not pay my fee - the seller does (typically). Most of my clients are high income earners seeking tax benefits so they are busy and I save them a lot of time, at the very least.