All Forum Posts by: Anja Schaer

Hey Drew, exciting goals for 2025—150 commercial doors and 3 STRs is a strong base to build from! As an STR/MTR host and co-host in the Atlanta Metro Area, I'm always eager to connect with pros like you scaling in Georgia. Your Blue Ridge STRs caught my eye—great market for rentals.

I'd love to explore how we could collaborate, especially on the STR side. My niche is a hybrid co-hosting model: we market Airbnb listings to insurance and corporate housing partners for mid-term stays (months to a year), pulling in 2-3x long-term rent—think $7,300/month vs. $2,300. It cuts turnover, stabilizes income, and eases wear-and-tear, which could complement your management approach. Have you tapped mid-term rentals yet? Let's chat—could be a win-win for your growth goals!

Hey Ike, congrats on your Fulton County purchase—6 units with 5 veteran tenants is a solid start to scaling your Atlanta portfolio! As an STR/MTR host and co-host in the Atlanta Metro Area, I get the importance of finding a property manager you can trust, especially with a mix of occupied units, a vacancy, and an eviction to handle. You're smart to vet carefully—horror stories often stem from managers who don't align with an investor's vision.

If maximizing income and stability matter as you scale, my hybrid co-hosting model could complement a manager’s work. We market units to insurance and corporate housing partners for mid-term stays, turning $2,300/month long-term rent into $7,300/month—less turnover, steady cash flow. It’s a fit for your vacant unit or future buys. Who’ve you considered so far, Ike? Happy to chat specifics!

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@Collin Hays Thank you... this is interesting info.

What have you found are the major differences in daily operations between the small vs large cabins?  Does the higher occupancy cause more cleaner scheduling headaches?  Do guests complain about the hot tub not being hot enough on check in?

We have a big cabin (sleeps 16) now which has been doing very well.  We're in the process of building a small 1 bedroom because we wanted to bookend both sides of the market (and because construction prices have gone up).  I figure the high turnover will be the biggest adjust we'll have to make.

Matt, your 1-bedroom addition is a savvy move; how’s your occupancy target shaping up?

Collin, Bare Hugs' $50K+ annual haul with minimal upkeep proves small cabins can outshine larger ones in consistency and ROI—trends I see in Atlanta too. High occupancy (299 days!) and low maintenance beat the wear-and-tear headaches of big properties. For owners wanting more income with less hassle, my hybrid co-hosting model markets Airbnb listings to corporate partners for mid-term stays, turning $2,300/month into $7,300/month—steady cash, no turnovers. Collin, ever tried that with your smaller units?

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Hi Rob, your AirDNA vs. listing discrepancy is a common hurdle—those averages can inflate expectations! As an STR/MTR host & co-host in North Atlanta, I've found pairing AirDNA with the ‘enemy method'—scouting real listings—grounds the numbers. For a client's 3-bedroom in Cherokee County, AirDNA showed $180/night, but Airbnb comps averaged $150. We priced at $160, hit 85% occupancy, and outperformed projections by tweaking amenities.

For steady revenue, we’ve also used our hybrid co-hosting model—marketing to corporate partners for mid-term leases, like $7,300/month vs. $2,300 long-term, then back to Airbnb. It’s a buffer against market swings. Are you leaning toward one market yet? I’d love to hear your next steps!

 off the op question, but quick question for Anja.  Do you mkt to corporates in your area, or nationally?  Picking your brain.  TY

Great question! We do market both locally and nationally. One of our strategies is uploading our listings to national Temporary Housing agencies, specifically targeting Insurance Claim leads. We also focus on connecting with local corporations and institutions like hospitals, universities, corporate headquarters, and army bases to promote our furnished rentals. This helps us reach a broad audience while also maintaining a strong local presence. Happy to share more if you're interested!

Hi Rob, your AirDNA vs. listing discrepancy is a common hurdle—those averages can inflate expectations! As an STR/MTR host & co-host in North Atlanta, I've found pairing AirDNA with the ‘enemy method'—scouting real listings—grounds the numbers. For a client's 3-bedroom in Cherokee County, AirDNA showed $180/night, but Airbnb comps averaged $150. We priced at $160, hit 85% occupancy, and outperformed projections by tweaking amenities.

For steady revenue, we’ve also used our hybrid co-hosting model—marketing to corporate partners for mid-term leases, like $7,300/month vs. $2,300 long-term, then back to Airbnb. It’s a buffer against market swings. Are you leaning toward one market yet? I’d love to hear your next steps!

Hi Laura, this AI review shakeup is definitely a curveball for Airbnb hosts! AAs an STR/MTR host & co-host in North Atlanta, I've seen how critical reviews are to bookings—especially now that negatives can't be buried. It's frustrating, but it reinforces the need for proactive guest experience management. For a 3-bedroom client property in Cobb County, we dodged a potential 3-star review by quickly addressing a Wi-Fi glitch mid-stay—turned it into a 5-star rave about our responsiveness. That kind of hands-on care is more vital than ever.If stabilizing income is a goal amid this uncertainty, we've had success with a hybrid co-hosting model: we shift Airbnb listings to trusted corporate housing partners for mid-term stays (e.g., $7,300/month vs. $2,300 long-term rent), then revert back. It cuts turnover and keeps cash flow steady, softening the blow of review volatility.

Are you seeing this AI tweak across all your properties yet, or just some? Curious to hear how you’re navigating it!

Hi Keith, your by-the-room STR/MTR success in San Diego is impressive—full occupancy is a big win! As an STR/MTR host & co-host in North Atlanta, I see a lot of hosts thrive with this model, though it wasn't the right fit for us. A host I know in North Fulton ran a 5-bedroom, listing rooms on Airbnb to hit 80% occupancy, but the turnover was a challenge. I can see how it's perfect for you, though! Instead, we use our hybrid co-hosting model—marketing entire homes to corporate partners for mid-term leases, like $7,300/month vs. $2,300 long-term, then back to Airbnb. It cuts work and stabilizes revenue.

Your background checks are a smart move—safety’s key. How do you handle the guest coordination workload? I’d love to hear more about your setup!