What if you could work directly with professional designers for free on your next short-term rental project? In this episode, Mark sits down with Erin and Asia from Wayfair’s Project Solutions team to explore one of the STR industry’s best-kept secrets: Wayfair Professional.

From full installs in the Bahamas to creating on-brand, photo-worthy spaces that drive bookings, Erin and Asia break down exactly how Wayfair’s team helps hosts and investors:

• Design rentals with hospitality-grade durability and residential comfort
• Source stylish, reliable furniture across ALL price points (not just budget buys!)
• Coordinate consolidated shipping, delivery, and white-glove installation
• Access commercial-grade goods, vanities, fixtures, even renovation materials
• Avoid common mistakes like short timelines and low-quality selections
• Create photogenic moments and amenities guests rave about

Whether you’re furnishing your first Airbnb or scaling a portfolio, this episode is loaded with practical insights on how to save time, elevate your design, and protect your investment.

Explore Wayfair Pro: https://www.wayfair.com/pro
Follow them on IG: @wayfairprofessional

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STR Search

STR Search is the industry leading property finder service. They've helped investors acquire over 215 profitable STRs across the US. If you'd like the data professionals to help you find your next STR, reach out to STRsearch.com

Taylor sits down with Nico, a former tech sales executive turned short-term rental entrepreneur, to unpack one of the most creative and strategic STR journeys we’ve heard.

Nico shares how he:

• Went from selling software to CFOs of billion-dollar tech companies to flipping homes in Austin
• Used STRs to offset a major tax bill after a liquidity event—and never looked back
• Bought and converted a 110-year-old Piggly Wiggly grocery store into a cash-flowing Airbnb duplex
• Built a 12-unit portfolio, including midterm arbitrage units for corporate travelers
• Launched Live in Luxury, a white-glove service for high-earning W2 professionals
• Partnered with data-driven operators to scale his business and serve busy investors
• Leveraged cost segregation and depreciation to legally eliminate his tax burden

If you're looking for ways to optimize your tax strategy, generate consistent cash flow, and invest in memorable, high-performing STRs, this episode is packed with insight.

Learn more: LiveInLuxury.co

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Episode Sponsored By:

STR Search

STR Search is the industry leading property finder service. They've helped investors acquire over 215 profitable STRs across the US. If you'd like the data professionals to help you find your next STR, reach out to STRsearch.com

In this episode, Mark sits down with Shawn Moore, a 25-year real estate veteran and founder of Vodyssey, to unpack two decades of lessons in the short-term rental space. Shawn shares how he stumbled into STRs in 2006, built a thriving portfolio, and eventually launched one of the most respected coaching communities in the game: all while staying rooted in authenticity and real results over flash.

You'll learn:

• Why post-COVID investors often learned all the wrong lessons
• The three pillars of a successful STR: location, experience, and marketing
• How Sean approaches investing with long-term appreciation in mind
• Why uniqueness and guest personalization are the ultimate revenue drivers
• Mistakes that cost thousands and how you can avoid them

This is one of our most honest and wisdom-packed conversations yet. Whether you're scaling or just starting out, Sean's mindset and experience will inspire you to build intentionally and invest wisely.

Learn more about Sean and Vodyssey at vodyssey.com
Connect on LinkedIn: Sean Moore
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Episode Sponsored By:
STR Search

STR Search is the industry leading property finder service. They've helped investors acquire over 215 profitable STRs across the US. If you'd like the data professionals to help you find your next STR, reach out to STRsearch.com