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Short Term Rental Management

8 Figure Airbnb and Short Term Rental Real Estate Investor Luke Carl

Welcome to Short Term Rental Management. The show about managing your short term rental from anywhere in the world. Tips in tricks to become a better host. With your host, Luke Carl, a real estate professional that began his career buying short term rentals in vacation markets in order to use the cash flow to purchase long-term rentals. Luke is the proud owner of the longest running “Airbnb” in the Smoky Mountains, and has hosted over 4000 stays in his career. He owns hundreds of units with no

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All Episodes

00:56:02

Cleaner Pod 2

Short Term Rental Management ·

2025/04/29

On this week’s episode of Short Term Rental Management, Luke Carl brings together four professional short-term rental cleaners from diverse markets—Smoky Mountains, Gulf Shores, and Panama City Beach—to dive deep into the challenges and systems behind running successful cleaning operations. The conversation explores boundaries between cleaning and property management roles, scaling pains, communication systems, expectations from hosts, and the importance

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01:12:51

Cleaner Pod 1

Short Term Rental Management ·

2025/04/22

On this week's episode of Short Term Rental Management, Luke hosts a dynamic panel of experienced short-term rental owners to explore the crucial role of cleaners in vacation rental operations. The discussion covers how panelists find and retain reliable cleaners, the pros and cons of small operators versus large cleaning companies, deep clean schedules, linen systems, and how to keep cleaners happy—often with performance bonuses and thoughtful gestures

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01:12:51

Cleaner Pod 1

Short Term Rental Management ·

2025/04/22

On this week's episode of Short Term Rental Management, Luke hosts a dynamic panel of experienced short-term rental owners to explore the crucial role of cleaners in vacation rental operations. The discussion covers how panelists find and retain reliable cleaners, the pros and cons of small operators versus large cleaning companies, deep clean schedules, linen systems, and how to keep cleaners happy—often with performance bonuses and thoughtful gestures

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00:52:59

How Gideon Spencer Added $200K in Value with a $50 Valve

Short Term Rental Management ·

2025/04/15

On this week's episode of Short Term Rental Management, Luke chats with tech professional turned real estate investor Gideon Spencer. Gideon shares his journey from renovating a San Antonio fourplex with his wife to acquiring a 24-key boutique hotel in Solvang, California. He dives into why he favors short-term rentals over long-term tenants, why he hired a VA with a smaller portfolio, and details the structure of his recent $6 million hotel syndication

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00:52:59

How Gideon Spencer Added $200K in Value with a $50 Valve

Short Term Rental Management ·

2025/04/15

On this week's episode of Short Term Rental Management, Luke chats with tech professional turned real estate investor Gideon Spencer. Gideon shares his journey from renovating a San Antonio fourplex with his wife to acquiring a 24-key boutique hotel in Solvang, California. He dives into why he favors short-term rentals over long-term tenants, why he hired a VA with a smaller portfolio, and details the structure of his recent $6 million hotel syndication

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00:20:21

Current Market Conditions Spring 2025

Short Term Rental Management ·

2025/04/08

On this week's episode of Short Term Rental Management, Luke dives into the current real estate market conditions in spring 2025, highlighting a significant slowdown in home sales, particularly in the vacation rental space. He shares personal insights from his recent property shopping experiences, noting that many 2021-era "COVID hosts" are looking to sell, often at a loss, while new buyers are hesitant due to economic uncertainty and interest rate

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00:20:21

Current Market Conditions Spring 2025

Short Term Rental Management ·

2025/04/08

On this week's episode of Short Term Rental Management, Luke dives into the current real estate market conditions in spring 2025, highlighting a significant slowdown in home sales, particularly in the vacation rental space. He shares personal insights from his recent property shopping experiences, noting that many 2021-era "COVID hosts" are looking to sell, often at a loss, while new buyers are hesitant due to economic uncertainty and interest rate

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00:14:30

Renting an "AirBNB"

Short Term Rental Management ·

2025/04/01

On this week's episode of Short Term Rental Management, Luke discusses the power of brand genericization, focusing on how Airbnb has become synonymous with short-term rentals, much like Kleenex for tissues. He explores why people say they "rented an Airbnb" even if they booked through Vrbo and contrasts this with Zillow, which has not achieved the same linguistic impact despite its dominance in long-term rentals. Luke also makes a compelling case for

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00:14:30

Renting an "AirBNB"

Short Term Rental Management ·

2025/04/01

On this week's episode of Short Term Rental Management, Luke discusses the power of brand genericization, focusing on how Airbnb has become synonymous with short-term rentals, much like Kleenex for tissues. He explores why people say they "rented an Airbnb" even if they booked through Vrbo and contrasts this with Zillow, which has not achieved the same linguistic impact despite its dominance in long-term rentals. Luke also makes a compelling case for

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00:17:15

"I Don't Like My Landlord"

Short Term Rental Management ·

2025/03/25

On this week's episode of Short Term Rental Management, Luke discusses the perception of landlords and the misconceptions surrounding property ownership. He reflects on a social media thread filled with anti-landlord sentiment and shares his perspective on what it truly means to be a responsible and caring property owner. Luke emphasizes the importance of providing high-quality homes, excellent customer service, and maintaining a positive relationship with tenants and guests,

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00:17:15

"I Don't Like My Landlord"

Short Term Rental Management ·

2025/03/25

On this week's episode of Short Term Rental Management, Luke discusses the perception of landlords and the misconceptions surrounding property ownership. He reflects on a social media thread filled with anti-landlord sentiment and shares his perspective on what it truly means to be a responsible and caring property owner. Luke emphasizes the importance of providing high-quality homes, excellent customer service, and maintaining a positive relationship

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00:15:21

Are You Overcompensating?

Short Term Rental Management ·

2025/03/18

On this week's episode of Short Term Rental Management, Luke explores whether short-term rental owners are overcompensating with excessive amenities like fire pits and pickleball courts. He questions whether adding expensive features truly boosts bookings or just increases maintenance headaches and guest complaints. Luke emphasizes the importance of striking a balance between providing value and keeping management simple, urging hosts to focus on smart investments rather than

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00:15:21

Are You Overcompensating?

Short Term Rental Management ·

2025/03/18

On this week's episode of Short Term Rental Management, Luke explores whether short-term rental owners are overcompensating with excessive amenities like fire pits and pickleball courts. He questions whether adding expensive features truly boosts bookings or just increases maintenance headaches and guest complaints. Luke emphasizes the importance of striking a balance between providing value and keeping management simple, urging hosts to focus on smart investments rather than

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00:11:49

Property Management is Like Raising Kids

Short Term Rental Management ·

2025/03/11

On this week's episode of Short Term Rental Management, Luke draws a humorous and insightful comparison between managing short-term rental properties and raising kids. He discusses how both require patience, persistence, and a willingness to take the harder path to achieve success. Through personal anecdotes, he emphasizes the importance of learning from challenges, taking pride in ownership, and committing to the process, whether it’s property management or parenting. How to

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00:14:14

How to Find a "Deal"

Short Term Rental Management ·

2025/03/04

On this week's episode of Short Term Rental Management, Luke dives into what makes a real estate deal and how to find one in today's market. He emphasizes that deals aren’t just sitting around waiting to be snatched up—they require persistence, market knowledge, and a bit of obsession. Luke also discusses how the definition of a “deal” varies depending on individual goals and financial situations, encouraging investors to take action, do their research, and stay committed to

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00:14:14

How to Find a "Deal"

Short Term Rental Management ·

2025/03/04

On this week's episode of Short Term Rental Management, Luke dives into what makes a real estate deal and how to find one in today's market. He emphasizes that deals aren’t just sitting around waiting to be snatched up—they require persistence, market knowledge, and a bit of obsession. Luke also discusses how the definition of a “deal” varies depending on individual goals and financial situations, encouraging investors to take action, do their research, and stay committed to

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00:09:42

Go Day!

Short Term Rental Management ·

2025/02/25

In this episode, Luke dives into the concept of "Go Day", the day that marks the beginning of the busy season for vacation rentals each year. He discusses how Go Day is crucial for setting the tone for the rest of the year. He shares advice on what property managers should expect during busy season and what kind of occupancy to aim for. Luke also breaks down the different "personalities" of each month throughout the year. How to connect with Luke: The Short Term Shop -

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00:09:42

Go Day!

Short Term Rental Management ·

2025/02/25

In this episode, Luke dives into the concept of "Go Day", the day that marks the beginning of the busy season for vacation rentals each year. He discusses how Go Day is crucial for setting the tone for the rest of the year. He shares advice on what property managers should expect during busy season and what kind of occupancy to aim for. Luke also breaks down the different "personalities" of each month throughout the year. How to connect with Luke: The Short Term Shop -

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00:19:15

Best Time of Year to Buy an STR

Short Term Rental Management ·

2025/02/18

In this episode of Short Term Rental Management, Luke focuses on the best times of year to buy and list a short term rental property. He discusses the cyclical nature of real estate and gives his personal opinion on the best time to buy your next STR. With a staggering 7.7 million listings on Airbnb, this episode explores the dynamics of the market and offers insights for potential investors looking to maximize rental potential. How to connect with Luke: The Short Term Shop -

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00:10:41

New Book Day!

Short Term Rental Management ·

2025/02/11

In today's episode of Short Term Rental Management, we celebrate the release of a new book, Smarter Short-Term Rentals, authored by the one and only Avery Carl! Smarter Short-Term Rentals is a more comprehensive guide compared to her first book, delving deeper into the day-to-day management of rental properties. She is the only author in this asset class to be published by a professional publisher, making her achievements even more remarkable.Throughout the episode, Luke

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