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All Forum Posts by: Andrew Steffens

Andrew Steffens has started 35 posts and replied 2517 times.

Post: Should I adjust my Airbnb listing to include attached unit?

Andrew Steffens
#2 Short-Term & Vacation Rental Discussions Contributor
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  • Tampa, FL
  • Posts 2,547
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Hey Ariel -

PM of 50+ units in Tampa here.  We have quite a bit of experience in this, and we have found (at least in our experience) that doing the larger single listing always nets more money and less headache (i.e. guest of one unit pissing off guests of another).  I highly suggest that route!

Post: Starting An LLC for a Property

Andrew Steffens
#2 Short-Term & Vacation Rental Discussions Contributor
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  • Tampa, FL
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Quote from @Alex Terraciano:

Hey Everyone! I'm in the process of closing on my first investment property in California and I'm going to put it under an LLC. Does anyone recommend opening the LLC in another state with potential tax benefits, or does the LLC have to be incorporated in California since it's a CA property?


Hey Alex - I am in FL and not an accountant at in any state but this really is a question not just for any CPA but a CPA with real estate experience and in CA (or very well versed in CA law and practices). We do have clients who have out of state LLC's owning property here in FL if that info is of any use to you.

Post: what should I use for occupancy rate?

Andrew Steffens
#2 Short-Term & Vacation Rental Discussions Contributor
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  • Tampa, FL
  • Posts 2,547
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Quote from @Timothy Yost:

I think this should be looked at as a STR. It's a hotel that rents strictly by the week or month. I havent gotten any firm occupancy rates from sellers agent. What should I use for occupancy rate in my analysis?


 I agree with the other comments above, but if you really want to know average annual occupancy rate as well as average nightly rate, we (as a 60 unit management company) use AirDNA.  Analyze the comps and weigh the ones most like the subject property heavier.

Post: When can I convert primary residence to AirBNB?

Andrew Steffens
#2 Short-Term & Vacation Rental Discussions Contributor
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  • Tampa, FL
  • Posts 2,547
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Quote from @Matt Willison:

Purchased a primary residence home in August 2022. We are eager to begin using this property as a long term (3 months at a time) or a short term rental. What are my options for when I could begin renting out this property?


Hey Matt - Im not a lending professional but have some experience in this. Did you purchase it with a FHA, Conventional, VA or other loan?

Post: What PRoperty management/channel manager?

Andrew Steffens
#2 Short-Term & Vacation Rental Discussions Contributor
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  • Tampa, FL
  • Posts 2,547
  • Votes 2,103

We use Streamline which is designed for Property Management Companies.  They, as well as other software, handle this and more.  If you are only listing one to a few properties it likely is not necessary, or there are lighter software designed for smaller portfolios.

Post: Do use an app or software with your cleaner?

Andrew Steffens
#2 Short-Term & Vacation Rental Discussions Contributor
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  • Tampa, FL
  • Posts 2,547
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We use Streamline - which is designed for medium to large Property Managers.  However, they do have an app for cleaning and maintenance which integrates reservations and can incorporate checklists and work orders etc.  Hope that helps!

Post: Property Management Services Needed for St Pete Beach, FL

Andrew Steffens
#2 Short-Term & Vacation Rental Discussions Contributor
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  • Tampa, FL
  • Posts 2,547
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Quote from @Luke Rorech:

@Michael Bandur I recommend reaching out to @Andrew Steffens and his team. They’ve got great systems in place. 


 Thanks Luke!

Post: Property Management Services Needed for St Pete Beach, FL

Andrew Steffens
#2 Short-Term & Vacation Rental Discussions Contributor
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  • Tampa, FL
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Hey Michael congrats! We own a local STR company in Tampa/Cleatwater/Saint Pete. We do STR and Mid Term Rentals. I am going to shoot you a PM now. I look forward to hearing from you!

Post: STR Revenue Increase with Bedroom Additions

Andrew Steffens
#2 Short-Term & Vacation Rental Discussions Contributor
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  • Tampa, FL
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  • Votes 2,103

Tampa Bay Area (Clearwater/Saint Pete)

Post: multiple LLCs, one airbnb account

Andrew Steffens
#2 Short-Term & Vacation Rental Discussions Contributor
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  • Tampa, FL
  • Posts 2,547
  • Votes 2,103
Quote from @Jessica Singsavatdy:

For those of you who have multiple properties under multiple LLCs, how are you managing financials and books since airbnb only distributes funds to one designated bank account?

We set up a management company that takes in and then disburses to each property owning LLC