In this episode of the ADPI Podcast, host Markian Sich sits down with powerhouse military spouse, real estate investor, and soon-to-be author Kaitlyn Dannhardt, who reveals the wildly creative strategies that turned a broke PCS move into a full-fledged short-term rental business — all starting with just $1,500 and a VA loan.
From pioneering “TDY hacking” to PCS’ing with a garage full of Wayfair furniture, Kaitlyn breaks down how she leveraged military life’s instability to build wealth, flexibility, and financial freedom.
This is not your average house hacking story. It’s mindset meets mission — and a wake-up call for any military family still playing defense with their finances.
00 Introduction to Caitlyn Dan Hart
01:18 Caitlyn's Journey: From Teacher to Military Spouse
03:31 Discovering Airbnb and TDY Hacking
07:13 Scaling Up: From Mississippi to Alaska
08:31 The Importance of Strategic Planning
15:47 Outsourcing and Property Management
19:46 The Value of Patience and Vetting People
26:47 Flexibility in Business
27:08 Overcoming Initial Struggles
28:01 Growth and Improvement
30:57 Financial Independence and Passive Income
36:54 Networking and Conferences
38:12 Writing and Publishing a Book
48:15 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
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