Listen "A Quarter Century of STR Wisdom"
Episode Synopsis
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 lessonsThe three pillars of a successful STR: location, experience, and marketingHow Sean approaches investing with long-term appreciation in mindWhy uniqueness and guest personalization are the ultimate revenue driversMistakes that cost thousands and how you can avoid themThis 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 ___Episode Sponsored By:STR SearchSTR 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
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