How to Start an Airbnb

How to Start an Airbnb

Hosted by: Brittany Wenninger

Want to learn how to Find, Run, and Manage a Airbnb? This podcast has you covered! Welcome to The Airbnb Roadmap, your ultimate guide to building, scaling, and thriving in the world of short-term rentals (STRs)....

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23. Should You Hire a Property Manager for Your Short-Term Rental?

Episode Summary In this episode of The Airbnb Roadmap, I tackle one of the biggest questions every short-term rental host eventually faces: Should you hire a property manager, or take the reins and self-manage? While...
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22. Airbnb & Motherhood: How Julia Launched Her STR While Pregnant

Airbnb and Motherhood: How Julia Launched Her STR While Pregnant Episode Summary In this episode, I’m joined by my good friend and fellow Airbnb host, Julia, who shares her honest experience of becoming a first-time...
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21. How to Buy an Airbnb in Wisconsin: Writing a Strong Offer

Episode Summary If you're buying a home in Wisconsin—whether as a primary residence, investment property, or short-term rental—you need to understand how to craft a strong, competitive offer to purchase. In this...
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20. Step-by-Step: How We Bought & Renovated Our Airbnb

Episode Summary If you’ve ever wondered how to find, analyze, purchase, and set up a profitable short-term rental, this episode is for you! I’m walking you through every single step my husband Clay and I took to buy...
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19. The Art of Airbnb Design: What No One Tells You About Furnishing

Episode #19

The Art of Airbnb Design: What No One Tells You About Furnishing Furnishing your short-term rental isn’t as simple as just throwing in some furniture and calling it a day. In this episode, I break down everything you...
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18. Investing Beyond State Lines: Stephanie Dietrich’s Guide to Going Remote

Episode #18

Episode Summary:  In this episode of The Airbnb Roadmap, I sit down with Stephanie Dietrich to discuss the ins and outs of investing in short-term rentals out of state. Stephanie shares her journey into real estate...
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17. Cleaning and Maintenance Hacks for STR Success

Episode #16

Episode Summary: Cleaning and maintenance may not be the most glamorous part of hosting, but trust me—it’s one of the most important. In today’s episode, I’m diving into the best practices that will keep your...
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16. Hidden Gold or Money Pit? How to Spot a Winning STR Property

Episode #15

Episode Summary: Welcome back to The Airbnb Roadmap! Today’s episode is all about picking the right property for short-term rental success. Not all homes are created equal, and finding the perfect investment property...
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15. Succeeding without Relying on Airbnb: Joe Boyle's Proven Tips of Direct Booking

Episode #15

In this episode of The Airbnb Roadmap, I sit down with Joe from Educated Mortgage, an expert in mortgage lending and short-term rental financing. We dive deep into the world of direct bookings, how he transitioned...
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14. You’re Leaving Money on the Table If You’re Not Using This Tool

Episode #14

Episode Summary: Welcome back to The Airbnb Roadmap! In today’s episode, I’m breaking down one of the most powerful tools for short-term rental success: dynamic pricing. If you're serious about maximizing profits and...
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13. Keep Your STR Open & Thriving! Master the Rules and Regulations in Your City Before It’s Too Late!

Episode #13

Episode Summary In this episode of The Airbnb Roadmap, I dive headfirst into one of the most challenging aspects of short-term rentals: rules and regulations. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the endless...
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12. Becoming the Go-To Short-Term Rental Expert in Your Market

Episode #12

Episode 12: Becoming the Go-To Short-Term Rental Expert Hey, it’s Brittany! Welcome back to The Airbnb Roadmap! In today’s episode, I’m sharing my journey to becoming the go-to short-term rental expert in my market....
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