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New Airbnb Policies and Other Rants

Luke Carl covers a range of topics, including his experience running the Toronto Marathon while unknowingly battling COVID and his take on Airbnb's latest policy changes. Rather than getting caught up in social media outrage over rental agreements and cleaning expectations, Luke encourages property managers to implement the new rules and move on, focusing their energy on running their businesses. He also discusses how AI tools like Claude and ChatGPT are becoming essential for short-term rental operators, sharing how he used Claude's desktop app and integrations with Hospitable and Airbnb to update his listings and urging property managers to embrace AI before they fall behind. How to connect with Luke: The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/ Short Term Shop Plus - stsplus.com Follow us on Instagram Follow us on TikTok Join the Short Term Shop Facebook group Check out the Short Term Shop on YouTube For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s books: Smarter Short Term Rentals - Buy it on Amazon Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties – Buy it on Amazon
Oct 27

STR Outlook 2027

The Short Term Shop team shares a wide-ranging 2027 outlook for short-term rental investors. They discuss the buyer’s market in vacation destinations, interest rates and financing strategies, rental performance expectations, changing booking platform fees and policies, and the growing role of AI in guest operations and property research. CPA guests Matt and Amanda explain depreciation and the short-term rental tax strategy, including material participation and carrying unused losses forward. Agent Natalie offers guidance on using AI during the buying process: use it to research and organize information, while building understanding through conversations with local professionals. The team also reviews software developments in guest messaging, cleaning coordination, pricing, and property amenities, and closes with advice on keeping accurate, real-time records of time spent working on a rental. How to connect with Luke: The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/ Short Term Shop Plus - stsplus.com Follow us on Instagram Follow us on TikTok Join the Short Term Shop Facebook group Check out the Short Term Shop on YouTube For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s books: Smarter Short Term Rentals - Buy it on Amazon Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties – Buy it on Amazon
Nov 3

VRMA Update

Fresh back from the Vacation Rental Management Association (VRMA) conference in Nashville, Luke recaps his first time attending the industry’s biggest property management event, now in its 41st year. His biggest takeaway is that every booth was built around AI and tech, and if you aren’t leaning in, you’re getting left behind. He shares practical ways he’s using AI in daily life, from a new AI calendar app to Spotify’s Discover Weekly to connecting Strava to Claude ahead of his marathon. How to connect with Luke: The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/ Short Term Shop Plus - stsplus.com Follow us on Instagram Follow us on TikTok Join the Short Term Shop Facebook group Check out the Short Term Shop on YouTube For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s books: Smarter Short Term Rentals - Buy it on Amazon Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties – Buy it on Amazon
Nov 4

Airbnb’s New Rules Could Leave Hosts Exposed with Katie Johnson

Avery is joined by Katie Johnson, an STR attorney, to break down Airbnb’s latest policy changes and what they could mean for short-term rental owners. Katie explains the potential impact of restrictions on rental agreements, guest ID verification, background checks, guest data collection, and enforceability of house rules, while highlighting legal exceptions and areas where Airbnb’s policies remain unclear. They also discuss the bigger concerns around liability, insurance coverage, property safety, and whether Airbnb’s new restrictions could create legal exposure of their own. Katie closes with practical steps hosts can take to protect themselves, including reviewing their insurance policies, checking LLC structures, inspecting decks and other potential hazards, and ensuring carbon monoxide detectors are properly installed. How to connect with Katie: @strlaw.with.katie strlaw.com katiejohnsonplc.com How to connect with Avery: The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/ Short Term Shop Plus - stsplus.com Follow us on Instagram Follow us on TikTok Join the Short Term Shop Facebook group Check out the Short Term Shop on YouTube For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s books: Smarter Short Term Rentals - Buy it on Amazon Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties – Buy it on Amazon
Nov 5

High Country, NC

Luke and Jay from The Short Term Shop walk through seven listings in North Carolina’s High Country, from a three-unit income property outside Boone to a real log cabin that’s been on the market for two years. Along the way: Hurricane Helene’s effect on bookings, why mini splits are everywhere, and what makes a ski-area rental work. Connect with an agent: agents@theshorttermshop.com Connect with us: The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/ https://stsplus.com/ Follow Avery Carl on Instagram Follow Avery Carl on TikTok Join the Short Term Shop Facebook group Check out the Short Term Shop on YouTube For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s books: Smarter Short Term Rentals - Buy it on Amazon Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties – Buy it on Amazon
Oct 29

North Carolina Smokies

Luke sits down with Jay “The Viking” of The Short Term Shop, who covers western North Carolina. They get into the current market, which has plenty of inventory, more sellers than buyers, and room to negotiate. Then Jay walks through a spread of listings, from Bryson City and Maggie Valley to a lake remodel in Hayesville, a 19-unit boutique motel, and a round house grossing $60K a year. Connect with an agent: agents@theshorttermshop.com Connect with us: The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/ https://stsplus.com/ Follow Avery Carl on Instagram Follow Avery Carl on TikTok Join the Short Term Shop Facebook group Check out the Short Term Shop on YouTube For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s books: Smarter Short Term Rentals - Buy it on Amazon Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties – Buy it on Amazon
Jan 1

How to Manage in the Pocono Mountains

In this episode, Avery is joined by Luke Carl, Trysten Hunt and property manager Stephen Bolt to break down exactly what it takes to successfully self-manage a short-term rental in the Pocono Mountains. The conversation covers Poconos-specific management realities like extreme winter weather and snow removal planning, seasonality tied to ski and summer demand, expense control through fixed-rate snow and utility contracts. They also share practical setup tips—from towel and linen inventory to flooring, deep cleans, and mini-split HVAC pitfalls—that can make or break guest experience and profitability. Connect with an agent: agents@theshorttermshop.com Connect with us: The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/ https://stsplus.com/ Follow Avery Carl on Instagram Follow Avery Carl on TikTok Join the Short Term Shop Facebook group Check out the Short Term Shop on YouTube For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s books: Smarter Short Term Rentals - Buy it on Amazon Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties – Buy it on Amazon Chapters (00:00:03) - Short Term Rent: The Poconos(00:00:56) - Poconos Lodging Company Interview(00:01:59) - How to Manage a Short Term Rental in the Pocono(00:02:36) - What Is The Weather In Burlington?(00:04:18) - Winter and Summer seasonality at Ski Areas(00:06:22) - Winter Weather: How Do We Manage Snow?(00:12:42) - Winter Storms and Utility Bills: Fix Your Expenses(00:14:40) - What Are We Need To Know For Our Property?(00:15:14) - How To Store Linens & Towels For Guests!(00:19:21) - How to schedule a deep clean on a property(00:22:04) - Airbnb: The Tech Stack of Our Homes(00:25:59) - What Software Do We Need For Short Term Rentals?(00:32:59) - Short Term Renting in the Poconos(00:40:32) - The $15,000 Master bedroom(00:41:00) - No Central Air Conditioning(00:42:42) - Do Mini Split Units Work?(00:46:23) - 5 Tips Before Buying a Short Term Rentation Home in the(00:47:41) - The Perfect Vacation Rental Agent For The Poconos
Oct 6

Hospitable Vrbo Integration & Vrbo Ad Campaigns

Luke explains how he’s using Vrbo ad campaigns to boost listing visibility, including how he’s offsetting advertising costs with guest fees, and shares why he ultimately decided to integrate Vrbo directly with Hospitable despite initial concerns about the new technology. Luke also breaks down the benefits he’s seeing from managing Vrbo listings directly through Hospitable, including improved customer support and a more streamlined workflow. How to connect with Luke: The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/ Short Term Shop Plus - stsplus.com Follow us on Instagram Follow us on TikTok Join the Short Term Shop Facebook group Check out the Short Term Shop on YouTube For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s books: Smarter Short Term Rentals - Buy it on Amazon Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties – Buy it on Amazon
Feb 25

Smart STR Upgrades That Actually Increase ROI with Celeste DiRocco and Philip Pane

On this week's episode, Avery is joined by Celeste DiRocco and Philip Pane of Parklin Interiors. They share how they went from buying their first short term rental sight unseen in Gatlinburg to building a six property portfolio across Tennessee, North Carolina, Georgia, and Virginia while designing more than 200 short term rentals nationwide. Celeste explains how thoughtful, ROI focused design choices like strategic accent walls, updated lighting, elevated bedding, and strong exterior appeal can dramatically increase bookings without blowing the budget. They also discuss common investor mistakes, including overspending in the wrong areas, over cramming guest capacity, and going too over the top with themes that can hurt long term resale value. The conversation wraps with insights on enhancing the guest experience, building equity through smart renovations, and why focusing on the right doors instead of more doors can transform your investing strategy. How to connect with Celeste and Phillip: https://www.instagram.com/parklin_interiors/ https://www.instagram.com/southern_serenity_stays/ https://parklininteriors.com/ How to connect with Avery: The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/ Short Term Shop Plus - stsplus.com Follow us on Instagram Follow us on TikTok Join the Short Term Shop Facebook group Check out the Short Term Shop on YouTube For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s books: Smarter Short Term Rentals - Buy it on Amazon Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties – Buy it on Amazon
Jan 1

Calendars and Pricing in the Pocono Mountains

In this episode, Avery Carl, Trysten Hunt, and Joe Jaques break down calendar management and pricing strategy for short-term rentals in the Pocono Mountains. They discuss seasonality in the market, booking lead times, and how minimum night stays should shift based on demand, with summer and ski season driving longer stays and higher advance bookings. The conversation emphasizes active revenue management—reviewing pricing multiple times per week, monitoring pacing, and adjusting rates or discounts to trigger bookings and stay visible in platform algorithms. The episode closes with practical guidance for new investors on pricing brand-new listings, building early reviews, and balancing occupancy versus nightly rates to maximize long-term performance. Connect with an agent: agents@theshorttermshop.com Connect with us: The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/ https://stsplus.com/ Follow Avery Carl on Instagram Follow Avery Carl on TikTok Join the Short Term Shop Facebook group Check out the Short Term Shop on YouTube For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s books: Smarter Short Term Rentals - Buy it on Amazon Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties – Buy it on Amazon Chapters (00:00:00) - Short Term Shop Poconos(00:00:58) - Short Term Rentals in the Poconos(00:01:33) - Poconos Holiday Inn: Seasonality(00:04:44) - Minimum Night Stays(00:06:49) - How Far Out Do You Open Up Your Calendar?(00:08:04) - When to Adjust Your Minimum Night Stay?(00:13:34) - How To Manage Revenue Management?(00:14:53) - The Poconos Short Term Rentals(00:20:22) - How to Price a New Home(00:23:44) - How to Wake Up the Airbnb Algorithm(00:27:42) - How to Manage Pricing & Revenue Management

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