Ever feel like launching your short-term rental is like pouring money into a black hole? Before you spend a dime on furniture or tools, you need to hear this. In this episode, Kenny Bedwell breaks down five high-impact strategies to help STR operators save thousands of dollars before even opening their doors to guests.
From leveraging partnerships with cleaning companies to understanding tax benefits, Kenny shares tactical, money-saving insights that many first-time hosts overlook. If you're launching—or even planning to launch—an STR, this episode is your financial wake-up call.
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In This Episode You'll Learn:
- Why getting on your cleaning company’s preferred list can give you major discounts
- How to avoid unnecessary tool and equipment costs
- The benefits of hiring a general contractor vs. DIY
- What you need to know about state and local STR licenses
- How to leverage tax strategies to reduce your upfront expenses
- The critical importance of knowing your zoning laws before launching
- Why doing less yourself might actually save you money in the long run
- Practical real-world examples of STR operators who saved big
- And much more...
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