The STR Home Financing Podcast
Join your host, Jeff Chisum, as he covers the best short-term rental investing and purchasing tips and tricks for your ever growing vacation rental portfolio! Financing solutions, strategies to building a legacy, wealth through vacation properties and all the above, this is the podcast for you to press play, take some notes, and dive right in!
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 9 minutes
- Episodes
- 67
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Ep #67 What else should I be asking?
In this episode, What Else Should I Be Asking?, we unpack two often-overlooked yet critical topics that every short-term rental investor needs to understand before buying their next property. First, …
00:07:24 |
Wed 21 May 2025
Ep #66 Pre-Approved, Re-Checked: Why It Matters Again
In this episode Jeff revisits the topic of the mortgage pre-approval process. Jeff explains the timing behind revisiting this topic, noting the busy period his team has been experiencing, resulting i…
00:11:43 |
Wed 14 May 2025
Ep #65 Money, Money, Money!
Funding your short-term rental or vacation home isn’t just about having cash in the bank—it’s about knowing where your money can come from. In this episode, I’ll break down the acceptable sources of …
00:11:22 |
Wed 19 Feb 2025
Ep #64 Be Like Elon Musk
Looking Back to Move Forward – STR Home Financing Strategies
In this episode, we’re taking a step back to leap forward. I’ll be diving into why reviewing your past moves in short-term rental ownershi…
00:09:28 |
Wed 12 Feb 2025
Ep #63 How To Keep Cash In Your Pocket
In this episode of STR Home Financing with Jeff Chisum, we dive into two powerful strategies that can help you maximize cash flow and minimize out-of-pocket expenses when purchasing a short-term rent…
00:12:38 |
Wed 05 Feb 2025
Ep #62 Bonus Depreciation
🚀 BIG TAX NEWS for STR Investors! 🚀
In Episode 62 of STR Home Financing, we’re diving into the history of the short-term rental (STR) loophole and its powerful impact on bonus depreciation. We’ll bre…
00:08:41 |
Wed 29 Jan 2025
Ep #61 Where Do You Stand in 2025
In this episode of the STR Home Financing Podcast, host Jeff Chisum kicks off the new year with a timely discussion on mindset, goal-setting, and taking actionable steps toward your dreams. Jeff refl…
00:08:17 |
Wed 22 Jan 2025
Ep #60 The Biggest News of 2025...Possibly
In this groundbreaking episode of STR Home Financing, we dive into what could be the most significant development for investors and second-home buyers in recent history: the removal of the PSPAs (Pre…
00:10:53 |
Wed 15 Jan 2025
Ep #59 Interview with Dr. Rachel Gainsbrugh
In this episode of STR Home Financing, host Jeff Chisum sits down with Dr. Rachel Gainsbrugh, founder of Short Term Gems, to explore her journey in the short-term rental (STR) industry. Dr. Rachel sh…
00:16:13 |
Wed 18 Dec 2024
Ep #58 Reigns on DSCR Loosening
Welcome to Episode 58 of the podcast! Today, we’re diving into some exciting updates for investors, especially those using Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR) loans. The reigns on DSCR loans have been…
00:08:49 |
Wed 02 Oct 2024
Ep #57 Interview with Gil Chan CEO & Founder of CraftedStays
I’m excited to be joined by a special guest, Gil Chan, the CEO and Owner of CraftedStays. In this episode, we’ll dive into how CraftedStays is providing simple, effective solutions for property owner…
00:12:00 |
Wed 25 Sep 2024
Ep #56 What Does the recent Fed Cut Mean For You
In today’s episode, we break down the recent Fed fund rate cut – the first since 2020! With the Federal Reserve lowering rates by 50 basis points, we explore what this means for the housing market, m…
00:04:33 |
Fri 20 Sep 2024
Ep #55 Have you had your annual personal fiscal exam?
In this episode, we explore why an annual mortgage review is crucial for every homeowner. As the financial landscape changes, so do interest rates, loan programs, and your personal financial goals. A…
00:08:40 |
Wed 28 Aug 2024
Ep #54 Mortgage Lane or Tax Lane with Ryan Bakke
In this episode, we're diving into the often confusing world of second home occupancy loans and how they intersect with IRS rules. Understanding the nuances between lender requirements and tax regula…
00:20:16 |
Wed 21 Aug 2024
Ep #53 Beware of DSCR Lender Advertising
Ever had a DSCR lender tell you that a DSCR loan will not report on your personal credit? Things you should know...
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00:12:03 |
Wed 14 Aug 2024
Ep #52 Transferring Title
Jeff explores the critical topic of title transfers, focusing on its implications for short-term rental property owners. He addresses common concerns about triggering the 'due on sale' clause when tr…
00:08:28 |
Wed 07 Aug 2024
Ep #51 Beware of Advertising
My favorite subject? Education clients on the true information around STR financing. In episode #51 I walk through a "marketing" piece designed to steer people towards DSCR. I blow up their efforts.
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00:12:50 |
Wed 31 Jul 2024
Ep #50 Shopping For DSCR Loans
In Episode #50 we cover the key questions to ask when shopping for a DSCR loan
Here are the questions I mentioned when interviewing a DSCR lender
What are your rates, costs, fees and minimum down p…
00:13:14 |
Wed 03 Jul 2024
Ep #49 DSCR Revisited
DSCR revisited! We walk through the basics of a DSCR loan and what it's used for
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00:07:01 |
Wed 26 Jun 2024
Ep #48 I Don't Want An Escrow Account!
Crossed the hurdle of verifying you have 80% loan to value with the mortgage servicer? Don't want an escrow account? In this episode learn the next step of taking control of paying your own taxes and…
00:05:34 |
Wed 22 May 2024
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