The complete step-by-step playbook to starting your short-term rental — built from 5 years of real experience, real numbers, and real mistakes so you don't have to make them.
What's inside
This isn't passive income fantasy. It's the practical, honest playbook I wish someone had handed me before I spent $30,000 learning the hard way.
How to evaluate any market before you commit — demand drivers, free and paid tools, what the data actually means.
Run your numbers before you sign anything. Gross revenue, platform fees, expenses, and net profit — all laid out clearly with real examples.
The complete room-by-room supply list, what guests actually care about, and how to make any listing feel like a $300 night stay.
The 10 questions to ask, the green flags and red flags, and how to spot a manager who will cost you money versus make you money.
Why Airbnb-only hosts leave money on the table — and how to list on multiple platforms without double-booking nightmares.
11 steps to confirm before you go live — so your first guests have a 5-star experience and your reviews start strong from day one.
A peek inside
Every page is built to move you forward — no padding, no filler. Just the frameworks, formulas, and checklists you need to launch with confidence.
Bonus included with every purchase
Not just a guide — you also get the complete Excel workbook that does the heavy lifting for you. Pre-loaded with real product links from Amazon and Costco, plus a full operating budget and vendor tracker.
Room-by-room product list with real items, prices, and direct links to buy on Amazon and Costco.
Track your fixed and variable expenses monthly so you always know exactly where your money is going.
Keep all your cleaners, handymen, and service contacts organized in one place — ready when you need them.
Every item is already researched and linked — just click, review, and buy. No hours lost searching.
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Meet your guide
The difference wasn't luck or location. It was preparation, planning, and knowing my numbers before I spent a single dollar. I created the resource I never had — so you can start smarter than I did.
I built these tools so you can start smarter, spend less, and build faster than I did. This guide is everything I know, packed into 33 honest, practical pages — nothing held back.
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