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March 3, 2025 69 mins

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Set up an LLC to protect your investments! – https://nchinc.com/rtrHow Rob Abasolo Built a Short-Term Rental Empire from $40K & Zero Experience!

In this episode of the Rent To Retirement Podcast, hosts Adam Schroeder & Zach Lemaster sit down with Rob Abasolo of HostCamp.com, a short-term rental expert who went from struggling with debt to building a thriving Airbnb business! Rob shares his first real estate deal, house hacking strategy, and how he scaled his portfolio using creative financing and partnerships.

If you're looking to break into Airbnb investing, maximize STR profits, or turn a side hustle into financial freedom, this episode is packed with actionable insights!

🔥 Key Takeaways & Timestamps:
00:00 - Welcome Rob Abasolo!
01:11 - Rob’s humble beginnings: broke & looking for a side hustle
02:44 - First house hack: renting a room for $400 changed everything
05:20 - Accidental Airbnb arbitrage & first short-term rental deal
10:08 - How Rob bought a house in LA with no money
14:58 - Facing real estate challenges & how to turn bad deals profitable
22:45 - The "piggy bank" strategy for STR reinvestment 💰
30:03 - Building a tiny home in Joshua Tree for passive income
36:49 - Scaling through partnerships & attracting investors
45:12 - Surviving the Airbnb market shift & standing out in 2024
50:43 - The ultimate game plan for Airbnb success & future trends

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