Beach Road Banter - The Outer Banks Podcast
We talk about investing on the Outer Banks, North Carolina as well as introduce those who live and work to make this such an incredible coastal community.
Episodes
What happens when a world-traveled surfer, board builder, and fisherman plants roots in the Outer Banks? You get David Rhode — a man who’s been shaping boards, riding waves, and shaping community for over 40 years on the Outer Banks. From surfing Oregon swells in 1968 to glassing over 65,000 boards, David shares his front-row view of the evolution of surfing, the unmatched outdoor opportunities here, and the tight-knit spirit that ...
Are short-term rentals in the Outer Banks really slowing down—or just shifting? In this episode, Randy and Lynn break down what the numbers are really saying about the first half of 2025, from unexpected inventory dips to why some rental homes are sitting empty while others stay booked solid. They reveal how guest behavior is changing, why flexibility is crucial, and what smart homeowners and agents are doing to stay a...
What’s so special about Ocracoke? Randy finally gets it. This week, he shares how a laid-back birthday weekend on this quirky North Carolina island turned him from a skeptic into a superfan. From ferry rides and food trucks to rooftop drumming and pirate stories, Randy uncovers the unexpected magic of a place where everything slows down—and that’s exactly the point.
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What happens when a mom buys a condo for her son—and ends up building a 42-property vacation rental empire?
Stacey St. John joins Randy to share how a last-minute real estate decision turned into a thriving short-term rental business, a booming property management company, and a 65,000-strong community of women investors. From accidental landlord to STR industry leader, Stacey unpacks what it really takes to succeed in today’s shif...
What do you do when the beach is your backyard—but you still need to pay the bills? Jenn Crossman carved out a life on the Outer Banks through grit, hospitality, and an entrepreneurial spark that led her from bartending to launching a bespoke concierge service. In this episode, Jen shares how she built a life around making visitors’ vacations unforgettable—from private beach dinners to dolphin tours and surprise engage...
What makes someone leave a big city life behind and return to their small-town roots? For Nick Graham, the answer is simple: the Outer Banks isn't just home—it's who he is.
In this episode, Randy catches up with Nick, a local insurance agent whose deep ties to the Outer Banks go back generations. From growing up surfing and fishing with family to building a thriving career in a tight-knit coastal community, Nick shares what brough...
It’s easy to blame the market, the algorithm, or even the guests—but what if the problem is you? In this episode, Randy shares a humbling lesson from his own vacation rental property on the Outer Banks, where slipping standards and unchecked expectations led to a wake-up call.
Randy reflects on how we all sometimes stop doing the little things that lead to big results—whether it’s maintaining a rental, bui...
Today, Randy is joined by John Power - a restaurateur and the original owner of The Blue Point in the Outer Banks. John shares how he came to start this restaurant that is now a staple of the town. He shares what attracted him to the Outer Banks and what he loved about running a business there. He gives insight in working with the community and creating a space that is beloved by the people there....
Today Randy takes a deep dive into what the market looks like for buyers and sellers right now. He looks back on his predictions from January and compares those to where we are now. He also takes about his biggest pet peeves when working with buyers and sellers and the things he wishes they would do differently. He gives straightforward advice on how to get your home off the market quickly and all the things you need t...
This week, Randy goes over the different towns in the Outer Banks and why some might be a better fit for you based on your lifestyle in the Outer Banks. He chats about which towns are great to live in year-round and what you can expect life to be like in the off-season. He gets into the specific pros and cons of different areas based on his experience living and selling homes there. He talks about what neighborhoods yo...
Randy is once again joined by his business partner Lynn as they look back at their 1st quarter of 2025 on the Outer Banks. They discuss trends they've noticed and talk about what the market is doing. They share stories about working with people over the past 20 years as the market has gone up and down and offer their advice on how to deal with it. They also talk about mistakes they see sellers make again and again that can lose the...
Today, Randy approaches the topic of tariffs, which have been all over the news lately. He discusses what the tariffs mean for people about to buy a home. He goes over the pros and cons of the tariffs and who will be impacted by them. He talks about the history of some tariffs and how they've evolved over the years and how the proposed tariffs will differ from those. He chats about what you can expect to see an increase in prices o...
Today, Randy goes over the ways short-term rentals are having to change with local laws. With the rise of Airbnbs and VRBOs, some cities have created more restrictions on how short-term rentals work. He gives examples of how this has affected multiple areas across the US and goes into detail on what you can expect as a short-term rental owner. He talks about the how this can impact not just you put an entire city’s economy.
Randy’s business partner Lynn is back! Today they chat about what trends they’re seeing in the housing market right now and how and if it will affect you. They go over some of their biggest pet peeves when selling homes and how you can create a stronger relationship with your real estate agent. They want to help you so by forming a good partnership with your agent, you can work together to sell your home quickly at a p...
Randy dives deep into what it’s like being a real estate agent. Real estate agents have been getting a bad rap lately, especially when it comes to the commission they earn on properties they sell. So today, Randy is taking you through what it’s like being a real estate agent and all of the craziness they go through that you may not realize!
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