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STR Investing, The Podcast

STR Investing, The Podcast

Auteur(s): Taylor Jones & Mark Lumpkin
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Welcome to STR Investing, The Podcast, where hosts Taylor Jones & Mark Lumpkin reveal the keys to financial freedom through short-term rental investing. Whether you're taking your first step into this lucrative market or looking to expand your portfolio, this podcast is your ultimate resource for success.

Taylor, who has successfully acquired over 200+ properties, brings not only his personal experiences but also sits down with industry experts to share insights and stories from every corner of the STR world. From sharing insights of building 9 figures of STR businesses, to staying on top of the latest trends in acquiring, designing, furnishing, and operating profitable short-term rentals, he covers it all.

But that's not all. We're also lifting the veil on the challenges and triumphs of entering the industry, offering invaluable advice that you won't find anywhere else. Whether it's navigating regulatory changes or finding the perfect property, STR Investing, The Podcast is your trusted guide at every stage.

Join Taylor & Mark as he shows you how short-term rental investing can lead to financial freedom. Don't just dream about it - make it a reality with STR Investing, The Podcast today.

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Épisodes
  • Converting A Grocery Store Into An Airbnb
    Jul 11 2025

    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

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    37 min
  • A Quarter Century of STR Wisdom
    Jul 4 2025

    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

    Voir plus Voir moins
    49 min
  • Data to Dollars: Unlocking STR Profits with The Airbnb Data Guy
    Jun 27 2025

    In this episode, Taylor Jones sits down with the “Airbnb Data Guy” himself, John Bianchi, co-founder of STR Search and the brain behind hundreds of profitable short-term rentals. They unpack John’s exact process for identifying high-performing properties, avoiding bad buys, and why analyzing revenue drivers like pickleball courts and hot tubs can mean the difference between $80K and $200K.

    You'll learn:

    • How to reverse-engineer success in any STR market
    • What “table stakes” amenities top listings always have
    • Why cheap debt beats a fancy kitchen
    • How to efficiently allocate capital for max ROI
    • The secret sauce behind STR Search’s data models

    This is one of the most practical and entertaining data breakdowns we've ever recorded. Whether you’re buying your first property or optimizing your tenth, don’t miss this one.

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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


    Voir plus Voir moins
    50 min

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