The Austin Palacios Podcast

Austin Palacios
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Join Austin Palacios as he interviews top level Entrepreneurs, Business Leaders, and Real Estate Investors. As he breaks down society's norms and asks what it truly takes to be successful in today's world. 

  1. 11H AGO

    3 Months Abroad in Latin America l Austin Palacios E56

    In this episode, Austin shares his raw, unfiltered experience spending 3 months working remotely across Latin America — the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Starting in Medellín, Colombia, Austin worked full days while enjoying the city's incredible food, perfect weather, and ultra-low cost of living. From there, a visa mishap meant he couldn't enter Brazil as planned, leaving him stranded in Buenos Aires, Argentina over one of the most expensive weekends of the year (Bad Bunny + Carnival + Valentine's Day). Rather than stress, he pivoted to Punta del Este, Uruguay — a hidden gem he calls the Monaco of Latin America — where he found peace, ocean views, and a level of calm he's rarely experienced anywhere in the world. Once his Brazil visa finally came through, he made it to Rio de Janeiro, soaking in the views and taking a much-needed mental break before returning to Medellín for his final stretch. Austin breaks down the real pros and cons of remote work abroad — the affordability, the freedom, and the culture — but also the energy drain of language barriers, the lack of ambitious peers, and why he ultimately believes that for serious entrepreneurs, staying home and locking in will always outperform the digital nomad lifestyle. Instagram: austin__palacios

    21 min

  2. APR 29

    The Clock Is Ticking: How Brad Peralta Used Co-Hosting to Buy Back Time With His Kids l Brad Peralta l E55

    Brad Peralta, a Bay Area native originally from Hawaii's Big Island, spent 25+ years in tech before getting laid off during COVID. Rather than returning to corporate life, he went all-in on real estate after reading Rich Dad Poor Dad, eventually focusing on short-term rentals in the Smoky Mountains. The stress of his W-2 job was bleeding into his family life, and he realized he was missing precious time with his kids — a graph Austin shared about how 80% of your time with your child happens before they turn 18 hit close to home, especially watching his oldest leave for college. He chose co-hosting over rental arbitrage because of the lower risk — no locked-in leases, no out-of-pocket exposure. Brad brings a systems-thinking mindset from his tech background to his co-hosting business, focusing heavily on proactive pricing strategy rather than just setting up Pricelabs and walking away. He also differentiates himself by treating owners the way he'd want his own properties treated — grouping maintenance calls, avoiding unnecessary costs, and building genuine long-term relationships. The episode closes on mindset, with Brad crediting The Gap and the Gain for helping him stop comparing himself to others and start appreciating his own progress. Real estate gave him the flexibility to be present for his youngest daughter before she heads off to college — something his W-2 never would have allowed. Instagram: austin__palacios

    50 min

  3. MAR 25

    Airbnb Arbitrage is Overhyped… Here’s Why Co-Hosting Wins in 2026 l Adam Rohrer l E54

    In this episode, Austin Palacios sits down with Adam Rohrer to break down the real truth about Airbnb in 2026—what’s working, what’s not, and where the biggest opportunities are right now. Adam shares how he went from working in hospitality to building a co-hosting business, why he moved away from arbitrage, and how he’s now scaling across multiple markets with systems in place. They dive into:  Why Airbnb arbitrage is riskier than people think How co-hosting allows you to make $2K+/month per property with little capital The 3 core systems you actually need to run a co-hosting business  Why most Airbnb hosts are struggling—and how that creates opportunity  What separates the top 10% of hosts from everyone else  How to scale into multiple markets without owning property  Why boutique co-hosting companies are winning over large property managers The biggest takeaway:  Airbnb isn’t dying—it’s evolving. And the people who focus on systems, service, and fundamentals are the ones winning. If you’ve been looking to get into Airbnb without buying property or risking tens of thousands of dollars, this episode breaks down exactly why co-hosting might be the smartest path forward. Connect with Austin on Instagram: austin__palacios

    39 min

  4. 07/30/2025

    Consultant turned Airbnb Co-Host l Rachael Olivier l E52

    In this episode of the Austin Palacios Podcast, we sit down with Rachel Olivier, a Washington D.C.-based consultant and Airbnb entrepreneur, to dive into her journey from scrolling Instagram ads to building a thriving short-term rental business. Rachel shares her path into Airbnb investing, starting with rental arbitrage and transitioning into a successful co-hosting model. She talks about the lessons learned from her first two properties, the importance of having strong systems (especially cleaning teams), managing remotely, and building a business while working full-time. This is an inspiring and practical conversation for anyone looking to break into real estate, scale a hosting business, or overcome mindset barriers as an entrepreneur. Need help finding clients for your Airbnb Co-Hosting business? Book a call 👉 https://www.cohostingacquisitions.com/ FREE Co-Hosting Course 👉   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1EfApmDDTSQ&list=PLnO_3GYx9nIhGULeB3ygap7RbYFUP90zf ✅ Connect with Austin on Instagram: austin__palacios  Connect with Rachel: 👉 Instagram: @restingpearl

    36 min

  5. 07/02/2025

    Airbnb Cleaner turned Co-Host l Harold Lesure l E51

    In this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast, we’re joined by Harold Lesure — a Las Vegas-based real estate agent, Airbnb cleaning business owner, and short-term rental property manager. Harold shares how he went from working as a behavioral therapist to running multiple businesses in the Airbnb ecosystem, scaling his property management company to over 26 properties in just three weeks. Harold delivers tactical insights on entrepreneurship, operations, and mindset — especially around involving family in business, handling stress, and thinking long-term. 🔹 Topics Covered How Harold launched his cleaning business while still working a W2What pushed him to leave his job and go all in on himselfInvolving your spouse in your business: strategy & mindsetHow to charge more in Airbnb cleaning through premium services (fogging, spa draining, errands)Transitioning from cleaning to full-scale property managementScaling to 26+ properties in 3 weeks using virtual assistants and lead listsBuilding strong systems to grow sustainablyUsing aesthetics, reviews, and smart design to improve Airbnb performanceWhy every Airbnb operator should think about selling their company eventuallyManaging emotional stress while scaling a businessBook a call 👉 https://www.cohostingacquisitions.com/ FREE Co-Hosting Course 👉   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1EfApmDDTSQ&list=PLnO_3GYx9nIhGULeB3ygap7RbYFUP90zf ✅ Connect with Austin on Instagram: austin__palacios ✅ Connect with Harold: 📸 Instagram: @lesuretherealtor

    38 min

  6. 06/26/2025

    Tech Product Manager turned Co-Host l Lourdes Dominguez | E50

    In this inspiring episode of the Austin Palacios Podcast, we sit down with Lourdes Dominguez — a former tech professional who transitioned into full-time Airbnb co-hosting and real estate investing. Lourdes shares her journey from product manager to entrepreneur, offering raw insight into the emotional and strategic highs and lows of building a business after being laid off from corporate America. 📌 Topics covered: How getting laid off launched Lourdes into entrepreneurshipLaunching her first Airbnb and scaling from one to 11+ propertiesTransitioning into co-hosting and property managementLeveraging AI and automation to optimize operationsThe pros and cons of arbitrage vs. co-hostingUsing interior design and themed experiences to stand outNetworking, mentorship, and the role of support systems in successThe emotional challenges of starting a business and pushing throughLourdes' goals, mindset, and advice for new entrepreneursNeed help finding clients for your Airbnb Co-Hosting business? Book a call 👉 https://www.cohostingacquisitions.com/ FREE Co-Hosting Course 👉   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1EfApmDDTSQ&list=PLnO_3GYx9nIhGULeB3ygap7RbYFUP90zf ✅ Connect with Austin on Instagram: austin__palacios ✅ Connect with Lourdes: 📸 Instagram: @cohostwithstars 💼 LinkedIn: Lourdes Dominguez 📧 Email: info@enchantedstarcohosting.com 🌐 Website: enchantedstarcohosting.com

    41 min

  7. 06/18/2025

    Project Manager with 7 kids to Full time Co-Host | Patty Currid | E49

    In this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast, we sit down with Patricia Currid, a former corporate project manager turned real estate investor and short-term rental co-host. Based in New Hampshire with her husband and 7 kids, Patty shares how she built a 30+ property Airbnb management business in under a year — all while prioritizing lifestyle, freedom, and family. She breaks down her transition from nuclear power plant consulting to rural tiny-home hosting, and how discovering the co-hosting model changed everything. This episode is packed with personal insight, strategy, and lessons from scaling fast and learning on the fly. 🔹 Major Topics Discussed Why Patty left her corporate project management firmHow she started with a tiny home on her farm — and it took offThe importance of creating a unique guest experience (not just lodging)How she built a 30+ property management portfolio in 7 monthsWhy she only takes on homes that meet her quality and design standardsManaging both guest expectations and high-maintenance ownersTransitioning from DIY host to team-based business modelHow she sets rates, plans onboarding fees, and qualifies clientsScaling smart: creating systems and setting boundaries to avoid burnoutLong-term vision: potentially selling the business and living peacefully off-grid Need help finding clients for your Airbnb Co-Hosting business? Book a call 👉 https://www.cohostingacquisitions.com/ FREE Co-Hosting Course 👉   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1EfApmDDTSQ&list=PLnO_3GYx9nIhGULeB3ygap7RbYFUP90zf ✅ Connect with Austin on Instagram: austin__palacios ✅ Connect with Patty on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570321378294

    34 min

  8. 06/11/2025

    Engineer to Fulltime Co-Host l Eric McCarty | E48

    In this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast, we’re joined by Eric McCarty, a former engineering director turned full-time short-term rental manager and co-host. Eric walks us through how he built a 15-property Airbnb portfolio—mostly managed remotely—while working a demanding W2 job and raising three young kids. He shares the tools, systems, mindset shifts, and sales strategies that helped him scale, quit his job, and step into full-time entrepreneurship. Topics discussed: Eric’s transition from engineering director to full-time Airbnb co-hostHow he built a 15-property STR portfolio while working a full-time jobThe systems he used early (PriceLabs, PMS, ops tracking) to scale efficientlyManaging properties remotely and building reliable on-the-ground teamsHis 6-month grind to land the first few clients—and what finally workedSales mindset shifts: how not needing the sale led to more conversionsCreating a financial roadmap to confidently leave his W2 jobHow he prices co-hosting services: 20–25% + onboarding feesConnect with Eric on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3PuttPropertiesLLC Need help finding clients for your Airbnb Co-Hosting business? Book a call 👉 https://www.cohostingacquisitions.com/ FREE Co-Hosting Course 👉   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1EfApmDDTSQ&list=PLnO_3GYx9nIhGULeB3ygap7RbYFUP90zf ✅ Connect with Austin on Instagram: austin__palacios

    36 min
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Join Austin Palacios as he interviews top level Entrepreneurs, Business Leaders, and Real Estate Investors. As he breaks down society's norms and asks what it truly takes to be successful in today's world. 

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  • Creator
    Austin Palacios
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    55
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 The Austin Palacios Podcast
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