Bill Faeth Unfiltered

✅ FREE tool and training to grade properties instantly & spot winners faster: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader 💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth? Most people overcomplicate success. David Angotti breaks down why making money gets easier once you truly understand risk, build confidence through small wins, and stay consistent longer than everyone else. We get into hiring, ownership mentality, scaling the right way, and why the last 5% of effort is what separates elite operators from average ones. We also talk about Vacasa’s transition, fixing guest experience, and how discipline in fitness mirrors discipline in business. If you’re building an STR business and want to sharpen your mindset, this one’s worth your time. Chapters 00:00 – Bill Faeth Unfiltered with David Angotti 01:51 – The Small “Taste of Success” That Changes Someone’s Entire Mindset 03:34 – How to Spot True Ownership Mentality Before You Hire 05:40 – The Costco Sample Test: Stop Hiring Without Proof 08:19 – Vacasa’s Massive Shift: Localizing 44,000 Properties 10:37 – Removing Guest Apprehension: The Real Battle Against Hotels 14:58 – The Missed Fear: Guests Don’t Trust Check-In (Here’s How to Fix It) 18:24 – The SmokyMountains.com Playbook: Free Value First, Profit Second 22:05 – How Ultramarathons Built an Elite Business Mindset 32:31 – The 1-Second Decisions That Change Your Life and Your Business Connect with Bill Faeth 🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaeth Mentioned in this episode: This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. Landing page: stayfi.com/bill

✅ Shop my favorite amenities for Airbnbs: https://www.amazon.com/shop/billfaeth73 (As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.) ✅ FREE masterclass - how to earn $250K+ NET per year from Airbnb: https://buildstrwealth.com/550250masterclass ✅ FREE tool and training to grade properties instantly & spot winners faster: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader ✅ FREE community: Join 33K+ hosts growing their wealth with STRs: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508/?mibextid=oMANbw 💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth? I’ve never shown a project like this in so much detail. Soaring Eagle Lodge started as a dated 7,200+ sq ft Golden Girls time capsule and we turned it into a 10-bedroom, multi-revenue mega super property with an STR, luxury wedding venue, and private indoor pickleball club. In this full walkthrough, I break down the design decisions Brea and I made, how we sourced “Restoration Hardware” looks on a HomeGoods budget, how we protected multiple exit strategies, and how we pushed the valuation into the $5M+ range. If you’re trying to understand what intentional design, layout, amenities, and underwriting actually look like in the real world—not theory—you’re going to want to watch this one start to finish. Chapters 00:00 – Welcome to Soaring Eagle Lodge: From Golden Girls to $5M Mega Property 02:36 – Why Every Design Decision Starts With an Exit Strategy 04:42 – The “Fifth Surface” Rule: How Ceilings Transform a Room 07:13 – Designing With Intention: Views, Value, and Resale Strategy 10:55 – Restoration Hardware on a HomeGoods Budget (Bria’s Sourcing Secrets) 15:18 – The $68K Lesson in Landscaping and Wedding Venue Design 17:10 – Glow-in-the-Dark Game Room: Turning Nostalgia Into Marketing Power 19:09 – How to Build a Movie Theater Without Boxing In Your Exit 22:33 – Designing for Emotion: The Bridal Suite and Ghost Tree Aesthetic 28:39 – How We Added Bedrooms, Bathrooms, and $1.5M in Value 38:52 – Three Revenue Streams, One Property: STR + Venue + Pickleball Club 45:32 – Inside the Super Factory: Building the Ultimate Event and Education Space Connect with Bill Faeth 🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaeth Mentioned in this episode: This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.

👇 Get the free tools mentioned: ✅ Super Property Grader: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader ✅ Proforma: https://buildstrwealth.com/proforma ✅ Bella Vista Case Study: https://buildstrwealth.com/bellavistacasestudy 💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth? I lost $126,000 on my second short-term rental — and it was the best lesson I’ve ever learned. In this episode of Bill Faeth Unfiltered, I’m unpacking exactly what went wrong… and how it forced me to start running my STRs like a real business. You’ll learn the systems I built after that failure — including why I never buy a property without seeing it in person, how I use the Super Grader to analyze deals, and the design decisions that make a property super. If you’re ready to stop guessing and start running your STR portfolio like a pro, this one’s for you. Chapters 00:00 – The $126K Lesson That Changed How I Invest Forever 01:48 – How a Beach House in Gulf Shores Sparked It All 03:22 – The Marketing Hack That Turned “Average” Into Profitable 05:40 – The Game-Day Decision That Cost Me Everything 07:18 – The Contractor Scam I Never Saw Coming 09:05 – What Losing It All Taught Me About Process 11:10 – Why I’ll Never Buy Another Property Sight-Unseen 13:00 – The Super Grader: How I Analyze Every STR Deal 15:05 – The Design Mistake 3,000+ Hosts Are Still Making 17:40 – The Mindset Shift That Turns “Normal” Properties Into Super Properties Connect with Bill Faeth 🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaeth Mentioned in this episode: This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. Landing page: stayfi.com/bill

✨ Learn how to create show-stopping STR designs - without the expensive designer fees: https://www.buildstrwealth.com/strdesignschool 💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth? Ever wonder how a $300K renovation budget turns into a $600K one — and still makes sense? This project in Whitefish, Montana started as a simple house flip and evolved into three businesses in one property: a luxury wedding venue, a private pickleball club, and a high-end STR. Along the way, we’ve added value in ways most investors overlook — from buying extra land and regrading the ceremony space to designing for exit resale at $4M+ instead of just nightly revenue. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the decisions behind those numbers — the stress, the design upgrades, and the strategic thinking that turns big budgets into even bigger returns. Whether you’re renovating a small condo or scaling into luxury, these principles apply at every level. 📍Chapters📍 00:00 – How a $300K Renovation Became a $600K Power Play 01:42 – From Simple STR to Three Businesses in One Property 04:15 – Why I’d Rather Buy Big Than Play It Safe With Condos 07:08 – Turning a Dirt Patch Into a $40K Wedding Venue 10:50 – Creating a 55% Cash-on-Cash Return With Smart Add-Ons 13:35 – The Secret to $90K Passive Income: A Private Pickleball Club 17:22 – Designing for Exit: Why Resale Strategy Matters More Than You Think 20:45 – How to Manage Chaos: Contractors, Start-Stops, and Tight Timelines 24:10 – The “Two Extra Steps” That Eliminate Costly Renovation Mistakes 27:35 – Small Design Decisions That Create Million-Dollar Perceived Value Connect with Bill 🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaeth Mentioned in this episode: This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. Landing page: stayfi.com/bill

✅ Get your copy of Super Properties: https://www.amazon.com/Super-Properties-Step-Step-Investment/dp/B0FH31LQJR/?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=Super%2520Properties&utm_term=super%2520properties%252C%2520book ✅ FREE tool and training to grade properties instantly & spot winners faster: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader 💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth? Airbnb as most people know it is dead. Average properties in average markets just don’t work anymore. But that doesn’t mean you can’t win—if you know how to position yourself, design for multiple exits, and build for the right buyer persona. In this video, I’ll break down what Ryan Pineda, Pace Morby, and I all agree on… and why Super Properties are the only way forward. If you want to stop playing small and actually scale with confidence, this is where to start. Chapters 00:00 – Why “Average” Airbnb Properties Are Officially Dead 02:15 – What Ryan Pineda & Pace Morby Get Right About STRs 04:05 – The Truth About Boutique Hotels (and Why Most Fail) 06:40 – My Real Exit Strategy: How I Avoid Getting Stuck 09:10 – The $2.8M Whitefish Retreat Story (and $600K Exit) 12:25 – Designing for Multiple Exits Without Boxing Yourself In 15:00 – Picking Markets That Actually Appreciate Long-Term 17:20 – Super Properties vs. Average STRs: The Wealthy Wendy Test 20:05 – Why Your Buy Box Has to Fit the Market (or You’ll Lose) 22:30 – Practicing Every Day So You’re Ready for the Next Deal Connect with Bill Faeth 🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaeth Mentioned in this episode: This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. Landing page: stayfi.com/bill

✅ FREE tool and training to find your own Super Property: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader 💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth? Airbnb isn’t “dead”… but the middle is. The 3-bed/2-bath cabins, the average condos, the stuff that crushed in 2020–2021? They’re getting wiped out. Meanwhile, the operators who know how to reposition, renovate, and separate their properties are thriving. In this video, I’ll break down why the market is splitting in two, what happens if you stay stuck in the middle, and how to build super properties that win no matter what the economy does. Don’t panic—pivot. Watch now and learn how to out-execute the 99%. Chapters 00:00 – “Airbnb is collapsing? Here’s the real story” 01:10 – Why the middle always gets crushed 02:25 – Turning a $395K condo into a luxury diamond 03:30 – The power of the Super Property Grader 04:40 – When to cut your losses and reposition your cash 05:20 – Why 3-bed/2-bath cabins are the WORST buy in STR 07:50 – Why outdoor spaces create separation you can’t replicate Connect with Bill Faeth 🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaeth Mentioned in this episode: This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.

✅ FREE tool and training to grade properties instantly & spot winners faster: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader ✅ FREE Proforma - know exactly how much a property will make before you buy: https://buildstrwealth.com/proforma 💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth? If I had to start my Airbnb business from zero with just $125,000, here’s exactly what I’d do differently today. I’ll break down how I’d flip a property to grow my budget, launch a co-hosting business for immediate cash flow, and use the right tools and experts to avoid rookie mistakes. You’ll see how I think about fast, medium, and slow money—and why most investors get this wrong. Chapters 00:00 – Starting from zero: what I’d do differently today 01:07 – What I'd do first 02:06 – Building cash flow in month one 04:00 – Avoiding rookie mistakes with short-term rental cash flow 05:22 – The “JICYFU” underwriting rule Connect with Bill Faeth 🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaeth Mentioned in this episode: This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. Landing page: stayfi.com/bill

✅ FREE tool and training to spot the gaps and make strategic choices about amenities: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader ✨ Learn how to create show-stopping STR designs - without the expensive designer fees: https://www.buildstrwealth.com/strdesignschool 💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth? Stop throwing money at random upgrades hoping for bigger payouts. A $7K hot tub won’t magically add $30K to your revenue. The real win? Marketability. Your property needs to stand out, and that comes from smart, intentional amenities—not copying what everyone else is doing. I’ve built properties that outperform the market by adding unique, affordable touches like a barrel sauna, a glamping tent, or spa-style bathrooms. These choices create experiences guests can’t find anywhere else. If you want to crush it in short-term rentals, focus on strategy over spend. Fill gaps your competitors ignore, and you’ll attract the guests who pay more and come back. Chapters 00:00 – Why a Hot Tub Won’t Add $30K to Your Airbnb 01:15 – The Real Secret to Amenities That Work 02:35 – Stop Guessing: Fill Gaps in Your Market 03:58 – How I Crushed My Market with One Simple Amenity 05:20 – Why Marketability Beats Copying Competitors 06:45 – Small Touches That Attract High-End Guests 07:50 – Luxury on a Budget: The $1K Upgrade That Pays Off 08:30 – Final Takeaways to Level Up Your STR Connect with Bill 🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaeth Mentioned in this episode: This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.

✅ FREE tool and training to grade properties instantly & spot winners faster: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader ✅ FREE Proforma - know exactly how much a property will make before you buy: https://buildstrwealth.com/proforma 💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth? Just picked up a two-bedroom condo in Panama City Beach for $395K that I’m projecting to bring in $110K–$115K gross and net around $40K a year. Brea crushed the design, Jon handled the renovations, and we leaned into murals, fireplaces, and details that make this place stand out. I’ll walk you through the full tour, break down why this is one of the highest cash-on-cash returns in my portfolio, and share how you can spot deals like this in your own market. Chapters 00:00 – Inside My New Airbnb in Panama City Beach 01:10 – Why We Switched From Wallpaper to Murals 02:21 – The Color Change That Transformed the Entire Design 03:16 – Adding Fireplaces for Higher Bookings 05:11 – Forced Appreciation: HOA Upgrades Driving Value 06:28 – This Purchase That Beats Comps Next Door 06:53 – Breaking Down the Projected Profit 07:07 – Why This Is the Highest Cash-on-Cash Return in My Portfolio Connect with Bill 🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaeth Mentioned in this episode: This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. Landing page: stayfi.com/bill

✅ FREE community: Join 33K+ hosts growing their wealth with STRs: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508/?mibextid=oMANbw ✅ FREE tool and training to find your own Super Property: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader 💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth? This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. Stop wasting money on turnkey Airbnbs. In this video, I’m breaking down why the best short-term rental deals are the ones you add value to after purchase—and how to spot them. I’ll show you how to find undervalued properties, what makes a true “unicorn,” and the simple renovations that can create massive equity and cash flow. You’ll see real examples from my own portfolio, plus a Montana deal I’m turning into a six-figure revenue stream with one creative twist. If you want to win in today’s market, it starts with buying smarter. Chapters 00:00 – Why I Never Buy Turnkey Airbnbs (And What I Do Instead) 01:00 – The Hedge Every Smart STR Investor Builds In 02:10 – Skipping the Hotspots: How I Find Hidden-Gem Markets 03:17 – The Marketing Edge of Smith Lake (And Why It Beats Bigger Lakes) 04:25 – The Simple Renovation Trick That Adds Massive Value 05:35 – What Makes a True “Unicorn” Property (And Why You Can’t Replicate It) 07:14 – Turning a $2.75M Deal Into $3.5M With Strategic Upgrades 08:28 – The Wedding Venue That Could Pay for the Whole Property 09:30 – Building a Bougie Pickleball Court That Generates $350K/Year 10:27 – The Creative Thinking That Separates STR Winners From the Rest Connect with Bill 🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaeth Mentioned in this episode: This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.

✅ FREE masterclass - how to earn $250K+ NET per year from Airbnb: https://buildstrwealth.com/550250masterclass ✅ FREE tool and training to find your own Super Property: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader 💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth? This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. Want to game the Airbnb algorithm? It all comes down to how you structure your listing. The right photo order, the right captions, and the right use of local traffic drivers can keep guests on your page longer...and that’s what the algorithm rewards. In this video, I’ll break down exactly how to position your first ten photos, write story-driven captions that sell the experience, and fill every section so Airbnb sees your listing as complete and relevant. Plus, I’ll show you how to track your competitors and A/B test so you’re always improving your ranking. Chapters 00:00 – The Hidden Airbnb Algorithm Rule Most Hosts Ignore 01:12 – How to Keep Guests on Your Listing Longer (and Why It Matters) 02:47 – The Photo Order That Boosts Your Ranking Overnight 04:03 – Writing Captions the Algorithm Loves (Not Just Your Guests) 05:41 – Filling Every Field to Signal Relevance to Airbnb 07:15 – Using Local Traffic Drivers to Climb the Search Results 08:42 – Storytelling vs. Boring Lists: Which the Algorithm Rewards 10:09 – Tracking Competitors to See What the Algorithm is Favoring 11:35 – The Step-by-Step Process to Outrank Other Hosts Connect with Bill 🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaeth Mentioned in this episode: This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. Landing page: stayfi.com/bill

✨ Learn how to create show-stopping STR designs - without the expensive designer fees: https://www.buildstrwealth.com/strdesignschool 🎥 Get ALL of the STR Wealth Conference recordings: https://replays.strwealthcon.com/ 💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth? This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. If your Airbnb calendar isn’t full right now, you’re already behind. In this video, I break down exactly how I’m filling gaps, even in competitive summer markets—using pricing, minimum stays, and a little-known Facebook strategy that’s working right now. I’ll also show you how to prep for fall and winter so you’re not scrambling in the off-season. Chapters 00:00 – Why Your Airbnb Calendar Isn’t Fully Booked Yet 01:03 – The 2 Pricing Mistakes That Cost You Bookings 02:25 – The Facebook Strategy That’s Quietly Booking Bill’s Condos 03:58 – The "Emoji Stack" Trick That Stops the Scroll 06:02 – How to Sell the Experience (Not Just the Property) 07:00 – What I Did to Fill a $7,500 Week with 1-Night Minimums 08:03 – How to Avoid the “Race to the Bottom” on Airbnb Pricing Connect with Bill 🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaeth Mentioned in this episode: This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.

✅ FREE masterclass - how to earn $250K+ NET per year from Airbnb:https://buildstrwealth.com/550250masterclass ✅ FREE tool and training to find your own Super Property: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader 💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth? This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. There are five markets I’m avoiding completely in 2025 and they’re probably not the ones you think. I’m breaking down the biggest investor mistakes I’m seeing right now, why I pulled my money out of certain spots, and what actually matters when choosing your next STR market. I’ll also walk you through the updated Do Not Buy List and explain why some of the “hot” markets are about to burn you. Chapters 00:00 – The Worst STR Markets to Avoid in 2025 01:28 – The #1 Mistake Investors Make When Choosing a Market 03:07 – Why Turnkey Properties Are a Dangerous Trap 05:01 – How to Underwrite the Right Bedroom Count (And Unlock More ROI) 07:10 – This One Design Trick Can Add Massive Value 08:45 – The Hidden Risk of Following Social Media Into Hot Markets 10:03 – Why I Pulled Out of Fort Morgan (And What I Bought Instead) 12:12 – The Only Way I’ll Invest in a Risky Market 14:08 – Why They’re On My “Do Not Buy” List 16:02 – You Can Still Win...If You Stick to This Rule Mentioned in this episode: This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.

✅ FREE tool and training to find your own Super Property: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader 💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth? This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. This is the last video I’ll ever shoot at Sunset Point, my Smith Lake property… because it just sold for full price. Not because it wasn’t performing—this house crushed $165K–$185K/year. But I ran the numbers, did a return on equity audit, and saw an opportunity to double down by repositioning and redeploying the cash from this into another property with more upside potential. Listen to find out why we design for the next buyer just as much as we do for guests. Chapters 00:00 – Why I’m Saying Goodbye to This Property Forever 02:01 – The #1 Mistake Investors Make When Holding Too Long 03:01 – Why This Home Sold at Full Asking (And the Last One Did Too) 04:08 – The Design Strategy That Attracts Buyers—Not Just Bookings 05:20 – Cash Flow vs. Appreciation: How I Decide When to Sell 06:28 – Doubling My Equity to Fund a $2.75M Upgrade 07:30 – How I’m Using a 1031 Exchange the Smart Way 08:45 – The Bookkeeping Tool That Finally Replaced QuickBooks 10:25 – The Real Reason This House Sold (And How to Replicate It) Mentioned in this episode: This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. Landing page: stayfi.com/bill

✅ FREE tool and training to find your own Super Property: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader 💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth? Struggling to choose between two great Airbnb properties? You're not alone. I'm breaking down the exact decision-making process I use when I’ve got two top contenders. One’s a private beach townhouse with insane VRBO upside. The other’s a mountain property with built-in wedding venue income and big tax advantages. I walk you through how I analyze cash flow, appreciation, and bonus depreciation—plus what tools I use to run the numbers the right way. 00:00 – When Even I Can’t Decide on a Property 01:12 – Beach vs. Mountain: The Two Properties I’m Torn Between 03:00 – This Beach Property Has a Secret Advantage Most Miss 05:05 – $110K in Passive Income? The Mountain Property’s Wildcard 07:18 – Which One Wins on Cash Flow (And Which One Doesn’t) 09:04 – How Appreciation Could Flip the Decision 11:22 – The Hidden Tax Play Most Investors Ignore 13:05 – My Framework for Underwriting a Property 15:10 – Why I Don’t Start With a Pro Forma (And What I Do First) 17:28 – The Real Secret to Making Smarter STR Investment Calls Mentioned in this episode: This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.

🎟 Grab your ticket to STR Wealth Conference now and don't miss the STR Design School session: https://strwealthconference.com ✅ FREE tool and training to find your own Super Property: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader ✅ Shop our favorite decor and amenities for Airbnbs: https://www.amazon.com/shop/billfaeth73 (As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.) 💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth? This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. I said I’d never buy a condo in Panama City Beach. Then we found this deal. Brea and I turned a dated two-bedroom unit into a Super Property — bold design, better function, and bookings rolling in. From hand-painted murals to a reworked kitchen layout that makes the whole place feel bigger, we pulled out all the stops (and stayed under budget). We walk through the numbers, the before-and-after upgrades, and the exact design moves that created real separation in a saturated market. 00:00 – I Swore I'd Never Buy Here… Until This Happened 01:27 – The HOA Advantage That Changed Everything 03:52 – Bold Design Moves That Made Our Condo Stand Out 06:18 – From Tight Galley to Open Showstopper Kitchen 08:42 – The Power of Hand-Painted Murals (Not Wallpaper!) 11:09 – The “Fifth Surface” Design Trick Most Hosts Ignore 13:36 – How We Fit 8 Guests Comfortably in 2 Bedrooms 15:28 – The Exact Renovation Budget (And What We Got Wrong) 17:46 – $126K Projected Revenue from a $395K Condo?! 19:24 – Sneak Peek: Our Most Ambitious Project Yet in Montana Mentioned in this episode: This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. Landing page: stayfi.com/bill

This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. 💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselaneaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/c/6143316/2948032/16283 If you’re a high-income earner still trading time for money, this is your wake-up call. In this video, I’ll show you why traditional retirement vehicles are failing you—and how to build real wealth using the #1 asset class in America right now. I’ll break down how I used short-term rentals to build $22M in assets with under 25% debt… and how you can do the same. We’re talking cash flow, tax benefits, appreciation—and how to automate 95% of it. Mentioned in this episode: This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.

🎟 Grab your ticket to STR Wealth Conference now: https://strwealthconference.com This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. 💸And Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselaneaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/c/6143316/2948032/16283 ✅ FREE community: Join 33K+ hosts growing their wealth with STRs: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508/?mibextid=oMANbw ✅ FREE Proforma - know exactly how much a property will make before you buy: https://buildstrwealth.com/proforma Don't buy your first or next Airbnb without seeing this. I'm breaking down the exact mistakes that kill cash flow and how you can avoid them with a smarter setup. From LLCs and liability protection to revenue management, design budgets, and off-platform marketing, this is what separates the top earners from the pack. These are the Two Extra Steps that most investors skip. Take them, and you're ahead of 90 percent of the market. Chapters 00:00 – The One Mistake to Avoid Before Buying an Airbnb 01:15 – Why an LLC Isn’t Optional if You Want Protection 03:04 – The $1,300 Investment That Could Save You Millions 05:02 – How to Avoid the #1 Financial Pitfall After Closing 07:10 – The Secret to Managing Airbnb Finances Like a Real Business 09:00 – Revenue Management Isn’t Optional — Do This Instead 11:12 – The Photo Strategy That Sells Your Property Before the Description 13:00 – Outside-In: The Image Order That Converts Browsers to Bookers 15:22 – How to Create Demand Without Relying on Airbnb 17:30 – The Most Overlooked Tool That Builds a Direct Booking Machine Connect with Bill Faeth 🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaeth Mentioned in this episode: This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. Landing page: stayfi.com/bill

💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselaneaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/c/6143316/2948032/16283 This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. ✅ FREE Super Property Grader: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader ✅ FREE Proforma - mitigate risk before you buy: https://buildstrwealth.com/proforma Trump’s new tax bill could be the biggest opportunity real estate investors have seen in years. If you’re not preparing for accelerated depreciation coming back to 100%, you’re already behind. In this video, I’m breaking down exactly how this bill can save you tens or hundreds of thousands in taxes—and why buying before it passes is critical. I’ll show you step by step how I’m underwriting deals, estimating tax savings, and getting ahead of the mad rush that’s coming. Don’t wait until the market flips to a seller’s market again. Get my free Super Grader and Proforma tools and start practicing now. 00:00 – Why Trump’s New Tax Bill Could Change Everything 02:15 – The #1 Tax Benefit Real Estate Investors Overlook 04:05 – How Accelerated Depreciation REALLY Works (With Numbers) 06:20 – What It Costs to Do a Cost Segregation (And Why It’s Worth It) 08:05 – The Timing Trap: Why You Can’t Wait for the Bill to Pass 10:12 – The Coming Surge: Millions of Buyers About to Flood the Market 12:48 – The Secret to Predicting Your Tax Savings Before You Buy 15:10 – Why This Is Still the Best Time to Buy Real Estate in Our Lifetime Connect with Bill Faeth 🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaeth Mentioned in this episode: This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.

✅ FREE masterclass → how to earn $250K+ NET per year from Airbnb: https://buildstrwealth.com/550250masterclass 🎟 STR Wealth Conference →https://www.strwealthconference.com This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. I've sold several short-term rentals in my portfolio over the years and I’m about to do it again. This isn’t clickbait. It’s the strategy that built my $22M portfolio starting with just $125K. If you’re sitting on equity and stuck on cash, selling might be the smartest move you can make. I’ll show you how I level up into better properties, get huge cost seg wins, and scale without injecting new capital. CHAPTERS 00:00 – Why I’m Selling My Airbnbs 01:28 – The Real Reason Holding Long-Term Might Be Costing You 03:07 – I Sold My Dream Property—Here’s What Happened 05:21 – How I Turned $620K Into $3.4M in 7 Months 07:10 – What Most Investors Miss About Equity and Cash Flow 09:02 – My Exact 1031 Exchange Strategy to Avoid Recapture 11:04 – The New Montana Property I’m Buying and Why 13:18 – Why I Only Hold STRs for 2–3 Years 15:02 – Scaling with the 5-5-2-50 Plan (Even If You Start Small) 16:38 – From $125K to $22M: How I Built It Without More Cash CONNECT WITH BILL 🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaeth Mentioned in this episode: This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. Landing page: stayfi.com/bill