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SmartStay Show - Short Term Rental Counsel + Coaching | Airbnb Hosting Tips

Airbnb Superhost Jason Muth + Rory Gill
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New Hampshire
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Short-Term Rentals
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Strategic Referral Partnerships
The Real Estate Market
1031 Exchange
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Legal Marketing
Tax Strategies
Life Transitions
Digital Marketing
Lead Generation

Welcome to the SmartStay Show, your go-to podcast for mastering Short-Term Rentals on Airbnb, Vrbo, and beyond. For more Airbnb tips, visit smartstayshow.com and smartstaycoaching.com.

Hosted by 30-time Airbnb Superhost Jason Muth and Real Estate Attorney Rory Gill, we equip you with the tools to launch, manage, and optimize your vacation rental like a pro.

Unlike other shows, we specifically ca... more

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Latest Episodes

What happens when a lifelong teacher realizes the classroom isn’t the only place she can make an impact?

Today we sit down with Colleen Coale, co-founder of Hurford Place Hospitality, to unpack her journey from elementary school teacher to running 9... more

What if the smartest move in real estate isn’t buying more… but selling at the right time?

In this episode, we do something most investors avoid — we talk honestly about letting go. They share the real reasons behind their decision to sell one of th... more

Ever wondered what makes a short-term rental truly unforgettable?

Some hosts swear by bold color schemes, while others lean into quirky themes, but what really drives bookings and keeps guests coming back?

Today, we sit down with renowned designers ... more

What actually makes one short-term rental crush it… while another barely books?

Today we sit down with Kenny Bedwell, a former data analyst turned short-term rental expert, to unpack what truly separates top-performing properties from the rest. We t... more

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Recent Guests

Colleen Coale
Owner of Hereford Place Hospitality and former teacher
Hereford Place Hospitality
Episode: I NEVER Thought I’d Quit Teaching to Manage Airbnbs (But I Did) | Colleen Coale
Sean Bakhtiari
Realtor and expert in short-term rentals.
The Bakhtiari Group
Episode: We Sold Our Airbnb Property - And Don’t Regret It (Here’s Why) | Sean Bakhtiari
Bri West
Co-founder of Summer Led Designs and investor in short-term rentals with a portfolio of 34 properties.
Summer Led Designs
Episode: Behind the Bold Designs That Maximize Short-Term Rental ROI | Bri West + Jordan McDonough
Jordan McDonough
Interior designer and co-founder of Summer Led Designs, assisting in strategic property design for investment success.
Summer Led Designs
Episode: Behind the Bold Designs That Maximize Short-Term Rental ROI | Bri West + Jordan McDonough
Kenny Bedwell
Analyst and expert in short-term rental properties
STR Insights
Episode: What the Top 10% of STRs Are Doing Differently (According to Data) | Kenny Bedwell
Dan Rivers
Short-term rental expert and co-founder of Synergy Stays
Synergy Stays
Episode: NEVER Let Emotions Dictate Your Pricing Strategy | Dan Rivers
Pierre-Camille Hamana
CEO and founder of Hospitable
Hospitable
Episode: Run Your STR Like a Pro With This Tech Stack | Hospitable's Pierre-Camille Hamana
Erica Dike
Designer specializing in short-term rentals
Erica Ooh Designs
Episode: Designing for Dollars: The Strategy The Airbnb Hosts Overlook | Erica Dike
Blake Anthony Carter
Co-founder of Cribs Consulting specializing in short-term rentals
Cribs Consulting
Episode: How We Helped 200+ Investors Use the STR Loophole | Blake Anthony Carter + Jeremy Courtney

Hosts

Jason Muth
Host of the SmartStay Show, a 33-time Airbnb Superhost with extensive experience in short-term rental management.
Rory Gill
Host and Real Estate Attorney with a focus on legal aspects of short-term rentals.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 61 ratings
  • Incredible show!!

    Thank you both so much for consistently providing such reliable and insightful content about the short term rental space! Love the show!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jarrett chouinard
    United States4 months ago
  • Great experience

    Thank you Jason and Rory for having me on as a guest and allowing me to share my story.

    It was very much a free flowing, organic conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Great Format!
    United States2 years ago
  • This show rocks!

    Had a blast being interviewed on the show and loved the conversation. This is an awesome podcast. Thanks!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grant War
    United States2 years ago
  • Valuable content

    Really great videos with actionable content. I have enjoyed listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gregory Mohr
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Show with Lots of Actionable Content

    I really enjoy listening to this show and I’ve taken away a lot of actionable advice and things I can roll out of my business. Very knowledgeable guests and hosts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mat Pezon
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners find actionable advice throughout episodes, often resonating with the shared experiences of guests and hosts.
The engaging nature of the discussions keeps even those outside the primary target audience entertained and informed.
Hosts deliver engaging conversations that feel organic and educational, enhancing listener experience.
The podcast provides reliable and insightful content about the short-term rental space, making it a valuable resource for hosts.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#217
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Behind the Bold Designs That Maximize Short-Term Rental ROI | Bri West + Jordan McDonough
Q: How did the two of you come together?
Bri and Jordan connected through personal relationships and a shared understanding of the importance of strategic design in the short-term rental market.
Behind the Bold Designs That Maximize Short-Term Rental ROI | Bri West + Jordan McDonough
Q: Why shouldn't first-time property owners be afraid about going deep and really going after one type of potential guest?
They need to do market research to understand their target audience better and ensure they cater to an experience that will get booked out, not just appeal to the masses.
What It Really Takes to Merge Two STR Companies | Evan Davison + Evan Montgomery
Q: What were the conversations like with your respective spouses when you proposed this business partnership?
Evan Davison mentioned being a single father which made it easier for him, while Evan Montgomery indicated that his wife was initially uneasy but came to understand the benefits of the partnership.
Designing for Dollars: The Strategy The Airbnb Hosts Overlook | Erica Dike
Q: Can you speak a little bit about to what happens when somebody comes to you and says, how do I make this property profitable?
Profitability is about optimizing your budget to attract your ideal guests and understanding their needs.
5-Star STR Design That Holds Up (Without Looking Cheap) | Allegra Muzzillo
Q: What do you feel about designing a property with a really specific avatar or a demographic in mind versus designing a property for a general audience?
If you're going luxury, the avatar works, but for general rentals, the goal is to maximize occupancy and appeal to a broad audience.

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Frequently Asked Questions About SmartStay Show

What is SmartStay Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Content primarily revolves around optimizing short-term rental properties on platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo. The discussions often cover actionable strategies for property management, guest communication, pricing, and legal insights that are particularly useful for hosts who self-manage smaller property portfolios. What makes this content stand out is its emphasis on real-life experiences from seasoned hosts, providing listeners with relatable and proven methods for enhancing their rental business. Each episode seeks to equip listeners with tools and tips that can lead to immediate improvements in their operations, catering specifically to those launching or improving vacation rentals.

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SmartStay Show launched 7 years ago and published 291 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on SmartStay Show include:

1. Colleen Coale
2. Sean Bakhtiari
3. Bri West
4. Jordan McDonough
5. Kenny Bedwell
6. Dan Rivers
7. Pierre-Camille Hamana
8. Erica Dike

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