Vacation Property Secrets
Vacation Property Secrets is the insider's guide to investing in vacation home properties.
In each episode, Vacation Property Secrets provides listeners with actionable information to maximize returns, minimize investment risk and make profitable and enjoyable investments. Hosted by short-term vacation property investment expert Rodman Schley, this series dives deep into the fundamentals that drive successful vacation home investments. Learn how to make investment decisions based on sound financial principles—not emotions. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, Vacation Property Secrets provides actionable insights and expert guidance to help you navigate the vacation rental market with confidence.
Connect with us at: https://www.vacationpropertysecrets.com
- Update frequency
- every 9 days
- Average duration
- 40 minutes
- Episodes
- 30
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
How to Raise Capital for Short-Term Rentals
Want to scale your short-term rental business but don’t have enough money to start? In this episode, we break down exactly how to raise capital for short-term rentals using private equity, real estat…
The Smartest Way to Analyze Real Estate Deals for Cash Flow & ROI
Want to make smarter real estate investments? In this episode, real estate expert Danny Beit-Or breaks down the smartest way to analyze real estate deals using a proven system that has evaluated over…
Cost Segregation Explained - Keep More Money & Grow Your Portfolio
Want to keep more of your hard-earned money AND grow your real estate portfolio faster? 🏡💰
In this episode, we break down cost segregation — the powerful real estate tax strategy most property owners …
Beyond Airbnb: Direct Booking Advice Every Short-Term Rental Host Needs to Know
Ready to take control of your short-term rental business and stop relying 100% on Airbnb or VRBO? In this episode of the Vacation Property Secrets Podcast, host Rodman Schley sits down with Boostly f…
Airbnb Is Evolving | Here’s What Hosts Must Do in 2025
The Airbnb game is evolving — again. In 2025, beautiful decor alone won’t cut it. In this episode of the Vacation Property Secrets Show, hospitality expert Erin Lenhardt breaks down exactly what shor…
AI Tools for Property Management: How to Automate & Scale Your Vacation Rentals
Looking for the best AI tools for property management? This episode shows you how to automate vacation rentals, improve efficiency with property management automation, and scale your STR business usi…
Creating a Lifestyle Business with Rentals
In this episode, Sarah Weaver shares how she created a lifestyle business through remote real estate investing and mid-term rentals. From managing 20 units across 4 states while traveling globally to…
How to Finance a Vacation Home with Limtied Capital
You'll be suprised at how you can Finance your dream Vacation Home with Limited Capital!
In this episode of the Vacation Property Secrets podcast, host Rodman Schley discusses common misconceptions …
Why NOW Is the Best Time to Buy Vacation Rentals
Are we in a buyer’s market for vacation rentals? Real estate powerhouse Avery Carl, CEO of The Short Term Shop and author of "Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth", breaks it down in this powerful epi…
How To Avoid These Common Lending Mistakes with AirBNB's
In this episode of the Vacation Property Secrets Podcast, host Rodman Schley interviews Drew Hittner, a real estate expert and founder of Hostlo, who specializes in lending for short-term vacation re…
Why Buying Right is Key to Vacation Property Profitability
In this episode of the Vacation Property Secrets Podcast, we reveal why buying right is the key to vacation property profitability. Adam Norko, Chief Growth Officer at Travel Advantage Network and ho…
Top 10 Mistakes with Vacation Property Financing
In this episode of the Vacation Property Secrets Podcast, we uncover the top mistakes investors make when financing vacation properties—and how to avoid them. Guest expert David Little, co-founder of…
Biggest Tax Mistakes of Rental Properties
In this episode of the Vacation Property Secrets Podcast, we dive into the biggest tax mistakes rental property owners make and how to avoid them. Guest expert Amanda Han, CPA and real estate tax str…
Why Resort-Style AirBNBs are The Next Big Trend
Is investing in resort-style Airbnbs the future of short-term rentals? In this episode of Vacation Property Secrets, we dive into why high-end, experience-driven vacation homes are outperforming trad…
Scaling Secrets: How to Grow Your Short-Term Rental Business Like a Pro
Ready to scale your short-term rental business like a pro? In this episode, I sit down with Kim Herrlein, CEO of Purveyors of Leisure, a short-term rental expert specializing in high-end vacation hom…
Financial Forecasting for Vacation Homes
Financial Forecasting for Vacation Homes: How to Accurately Predict Profitability & ROI
Are you thinking about investing in a vacation home but unsure how to project its financial performance? In this…
The Ultimate Financing Hack for Short-Term Rental Investors
In this episode of the Vacation Property Secrets Show , we dive into the ultimate financing hack that every short-term rental investor should know. Mortgage expert Emmett Dempsey breaks down how Debt…
Vacation Rental Safety: How to Protect Your Guests and Property
In this episode, Rodman Schley sits down with safety expert Justin Ford to talk about why vacation property safety should be a top priority for rental owners.
They cover common risks like slips, trip…
How Natural Disasters Impact Vacation Rentals: What Investors Need to Know
In this episode of *Vacation Property Secrets*, we dive deep into how natural disasters impact vacation rentals and what property owners can do to safeguard their investments.
Rodman Schley is joined…
The Ultimate Guide to Financial Forecasting for Vacation Rentals
In this episode, host Rodman Schley welcomes Zach Lemaster, founder and CEO of Rent to Retirement, to share expert insights on vacation rental investing. Together, they dive into topics such as how t…