In this episode of the Short Term Show, Avery welcomes Jay Ulrich, CEO of HostBuddy AI, to discuss their innovative AI messaging software designed to enhance the STR experience for guests and hosts. Jay explains how HostBuddy aims to save hosts' time and money by improving response times and ensuring guests receive timely, human-like assistance. The software integrates seamlessly with property management systems and offers features beyond messaging, making it an essential tool for hosts managing multiple properties. Jay highlighted several advanced features, including upselling gap nights, inquiry winbacks, and smart templates that analyze guest sentiment to optimize communication.

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https://www.hostbuddy.ai/
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On this week's episode, Avery welcomes Chris Watson, a retired military veteran with 29 years of service, to share his journey into real estate. Chris discusses how his military background influenced his investment strategies, beginning with the purchase of a home in 2006. Chris also shared insights into his property portfolio, which includes nine STRs and one LTR, spread across the Smoky Mountains and the Emerald Coast. He discussed the importance of having a diverse range of property sizes to ensure steady income throughout the year. They also talked about the importance of adaptability in the short term rental market. Chris emphasized that treating your rental properties like a business and being willing to adapt to market changes is crucial for success. He shared his own experiences of managing properties remotely, even while deployed, by building a reliable team on the ground.

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stayatthebeach.com

smokymountainviews.com

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The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/

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For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s Book, Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties

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In this episode of the Short Term Show, Avery the pleasure of interviewing Patrick Andres, a successful short-term rental investor based in Alabama. Patrick shared his journey from attorney to full time STR investor. Avery and Patrick discussed the strategies that have contributed to his success, such as targeting properties that have been on the market for a while, making strategic renovations, and more. They also delved into the challenges and rewards of managing properties in hurricane-prone areas like Florida, and Patrick shared his approach to dealing with potential natural disasters through proper insurance and preparation. He also touched on the importance of maintaining and updating properties to ensure a great guest experience.

How to connect with Avery:

The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/

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For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s Book, Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties

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