Bill Faeth Unfiltered

✅ Get your copy of Super Properties: https://www.amazon.com/Super-Properties-Step-Step-Investment/dp/B0FH31LQJR/?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=Super%2520Properties&utm_term=super%2520properties%252C%2520book ✅ FREE tool and training to grade properties instantly & spot winners faster: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth?Airbnb as most people know it is dead. Average properties in average markets just don’t work anymore. But that doesn’t mean you can’t win—if you know how to position yourself, design for multiple exits, and build for the right buyer persona.In this video, I’ll break down what Ryan Pineda, Pace Morby, and I all agree on… and why Super Properties are the only way forward. If you want to stop playing small and actually scale with confidence, this is where to start.Chapters00:00 – Why “Average” Airbnb Properties Are Officially Dead02:15 – What Ryan Pineda & Pace Morby Get Right About STRs04:05 – The Truth About Boutique Hotels (and Why Most Fail)06:40 – My Real Exit Strategy: How I Avoid Getting Stuck09:10 – The $2.8M Whitefish Retreat Story (and $600K Exit)12:25 – Designing for Multiple Exits Without Boxing Yourself In15:00 – Picking Markets That Actually Appreciate Long-Term17:20 – Super Properties vs. Average STRs: The Wealthy Wendy Test20:05 – Why Your Buy Box Has to Fit the Market (or You’ll Lose)22:30 – Practicing Every Day So You’re Ready for the Next DealConnect with Bill Faeth🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaethMentioned in this episode:This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. Landing page: stayfi.com/bill

✅ FREE tool and training to find your own Super Property: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth?Airbnb isn’t “dead”… but the middle is. The 3-bed/2-bath cabins, the average condos, the stuff that crushed in 2020–2021? They’re getting wiped out. Meanwhile, the operators who know how to reposition, renovate, and separate their properties are thriving. In this video, I’ll break down why the market is splitting in two, what happens if you stay stuck in the middle, and how to build super properties that win no matter what the economy does. Don’t panic—pivot. Watch now and learn how to out-execute the 99%.Chapters00:00 – “Airbnb is collapsing? Here’s the real story”01:10 – Why the middle always gets crushed02:25 – Turning a $395K condo into a luxury diamond03:30 – The power of the Super Property Grader04:40 – When to cut your losses and reposition your cash05:20 – Why 3-bed/2-bath cabins are the WORST buy in STR07:50 – Why outdoor spaces create separation you can’t replicateConnect with Bill Faeth🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaethMentioned in this episode:This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.

✅ FREE tool and training to grade properties instantly & spot winners faster: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader✅ FREE Proforma - know exactly how much a property will make before you buy: https://buildstrwealth.com/proforma💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth?If I had to start my Airbnb business from zero with just $125,000, here’s exactly what I’d do differently today. I’ll break down how I’d flip a property to grow my budget, launch a co-hosting business for immediate cash flow, and use the right tools and experts to avoid rookie mistakes. You’ll see how I think about fast, medium, and slow money—and why most investors get this wrong.Chapters00:00 – Starting from zero: what I’d do differently today01:07 – What I'd do first02:06 – Building cash flow in month one04:00 – Avoiding rookie mistakes with short-term rental cash flow05:22 – The “JICYFU” underwriting ruleConnect with Bill Faeth🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaethMentioned in this episode:This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. Landing page: stayfi.com/bill

✅ FREE tool and training to spot the gaps and make strategic choices about amenities: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader✨ Learn how to create show-stopping STR designs - without the expensive designer fees: https://www.buildstrwealth.com/strdesignschool💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth?Stop throwing money at random upgrades hoping for bigger payouts. A $7K hot tub won’t magically add $30K to your revenue.The real win? Marketability. Your property needs to stand out, and that comes from smart, intentional amenities—not copying what everyone else is doing. I’ve built properties that outperform the market by adding unique, affordable touches like a barrel sauna, a glamping tent, or spa-style bathrooms. These choices create experiences guests can’t find anywhere else.If you want to crush it in short-term rentals, focus on strategy over spend. Fill gaps your competitors ignore, and you’ll attract the guests who pay more and come back.Chapters00:00 – Why a Hot Tub Won’t Add $30K to Your Airbnb01:15 – The Real Secret to Amenities That Work02:35 – Stop Guessing: Fill Gaps in Your Market03:58 – How I Crushed My Market with One Simple Amenity05:20 – Why Marketability Beats Copying Competitors06:45 – Small Touches That Attract High-End Guests07:50 – Luxury on a Budget: The $1K Upgrade That Pays Off08:30 – Final Takeaways to Level Up Your STRConnect with Bill🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaethMentioned in this episode:This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.

✅ FREE tool and training to grade properties instantly & spot winners faster: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader✅ FREE Proforma - know exactly how much a property will make before you buy: https://buildstrwealth.com/proforma💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth?Just picked up a two-bedroom condo in Panama City Beach for $395K that I’m projecting to bring in $110K–$115K gross and net around $40K a year. Brea crushed the design, Jon handled the renovations, and we leaned into murals, fireplaces, and details that make this place stand out. I’ll walk you through the full tour, break down why this is one of the highest cash-on-cash returns in my portfolio, and share how you can spot deals like this in your own market.Chapters00:00 – Inside My New Airbnb in Panama City Beach 01:10 – Why We Switched From Wallpaper to Murals02:21 – The Color Change That Transformed the Entire Design03:16 – Adding Fireplaces for Higher Bookings05:11 – Forced Appreciation: HOA Upgrades Driving Value06:28 – This Purchase That Beats Comps Next Door06:53 – Breaking Down the Projected Profit07:07 – Why This Is the Highest Cash-on-Cash Return in My PortfolioConnect with Bill🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaethMentioned in this episode:This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. Landing page: stayfi.com/bill

✅ FREE community: Join 33K+ hosts growing their wealth with STRs: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508/?mibextid=oMANbw✅ FREE tool and training to find your own Super Property: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth?This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.Stop wasting money on turnkey Airbnbs. In this video, I’m breaking down why the best short-term rental deals are the ones you add value to after purchase—and how to spot them. I’ll show you how to find undervalued properties, what makes a true “unicorn,” and the simple renovations that can create massive equity and cash flow. You’ll see real examples from my own portfolio, plus a Montana deal I’m turning into a six-figure revenue stream with one creative twist. If you want to win in today’s market, it starts with buying smarter.Chapters00:00 – Why I Never Buy Turnkey Airbnbs (And What I Do Instead)01:00 – The Hedge Every Smart STR Investor Builds In02:10 – Skipping the Hotspots: How I Find Hidden-Gem Markets03:17 – The Marketing Edge of Smith Lake (And Why It Beats Bigger Lakes)04:25 – The Simple Renovation Trick That Adds Massive Value05:35 – What Makes a True “Unicorn” Property (And Why You Can’t Replicate It)07:14 – Turning a $2.75M Deal Into $3.5M With Strategic Upgrades08:28 – The Wedding Venue That Could Pay for the Whole Property09:30 – Building a Bougie Pickleball Court That Generates $350K/Year10:27 – The Creative Thinking That Separates STR Winners From the RestConnect with Bill🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaethMentioned in this episode:This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.

✅ FREE masterclass - how to earn $250K+ NET per year from Airbnb: https://buildstrwealth.com/550250masterclass✅ FREE tool and training to find your own Super Property: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth?This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.Want to game the Airbnb algorithm? It all comes down to how you structure your listing. The right photo order, the right captions, and the right use of local traffic drivers can keep guests on your page longer...and that’s what the algorithm rewards.In this video, I’ll break down exactly how to position your first ten photos, write story-driven captions that sell the experience, and fill every section so Airbnb sees your listing as complete and relevant. Plus, I’ll show you how to track your competitors and A/B test so you’re always improving your ranking.Chapters00:00 – The Hidden Airbnb Algorithm Rule Most Hosts Ignore01:12 – How to Keep Guests on Your Listing Longer (and Why It Matters)02:47 – The Photo Order That Boosts Your Ranking Overnight04:03 – Writing Captions the Algorithm Loves (Not Just Your Guests)05:41 – Filling Every Field to Signal Relevance to Airbnb07:15 – Using Local Traffic Drivers to Climb the Search Results08:42 – Storytelling vs. Boring Lists: Which the Algorithm Rewards10:09 – Tracking Competitors to See What the Algorithm is Favoring11:35 – The Step-by-Step Process to Outrank Other HostsConnect with Bill🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaethMentioned in this episode:This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. Landing page: stayfi.com/bill

✨ Learn how to create show-stopping STR designs - without the expensive designer fees: https://www.buildstrwealth.com/strdesignschool🎥 Get ALL of the STR Wealth Conference recordings: https://replays.strwealthcon.com/💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth?This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.If your Airbnb calendar isn’t full right now, you’re already behind. In this video, I break down exactly how I’m filling gaps, even in competitive summer markets—using pricing, minimum stays, and a little-known Facebook strategy that’s working right now. I’ll also show you how to prep for fall and winter so you’re not scrambling in the off-season.Chapters00:00 – Why Your Airbnb Calendar Isn’t Fully Booked Yet01:03 – The 2 Pricing Mistakes That Cost You Bookings02:25 – The Facebook Strategy That’s Quietly Booking Bill’s Condos03:58 – The "Emoji Stack" Trick That Stops the Scroll06:02 – How to Sell the Experience (Not Just the Property)07:00 – What I Did to Fill a $7,500 Week with 1-Night Minimums08:03 – How to Avoid the “Race to the Bottom” on Airbnb PricingConnect with Bill🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaethMentioned in this episode:This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.

✅ FREE masterclass - how to earn $250K+ NET per year from Airbnb:https://buildstrwealth.com/550250masterclass✅ FREE tool and training to find your own Super Property: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth?This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.There are five markets I’m avoiding completely in 2025 and they’re probably not the ones you think. I’m breaking down the biggest investor mistakes I’m seeing right now, why I pulled my money out of certain spots, and what actually matters when choosing your next STR market. I’ll also walk you through the updated Do Not Buy List and explain why some of the “hot” markets are about to burn you.Chapters00:00 – The Worst STR Markets to Avoid in 202501:28 – The #1 Mistake Investors Make When Choosing a Market03:07 – Why Turnkey Properties Are a Dangerous Trap05:01 – How to Underwrite the Right Bedroom Count (And Unlock More ROI)07:10 – This One Design Trick Can Add Massive Value08:45 – The Hidden Risk of Following Social Media Into Hot Markets10:03 – Why I Pulled Out of Fort Morgan (And What I Bought Instead)12:12 – The Only Way I’ll Invest in a Risky Market14:08 – Why They’re On My “Do Not Buy” List16:02 – You Can Still Win...If You Stick to This RuleMentioned in this episode:This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.

✅ FREE tool and training to find your own Super Property: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth?This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.This is the last video I’ll ever shoot at Sunset Point, my Smith Lake property… because it just sold for full price. Not because it wasn’t performing—this house crushed $165K–$185K/year. But I ran the numbers, did a return on equity audit, and saw an opportunity to double down by repositioning and redeploying the cash from this into another property with more upside potential. Listen to find out why we design for the next buyer just as much as we do for guests.Chapters00:00 – Why I’m Saying Goodbye to This Property Forever02:01 – The #1 Mistake Investors Make When Holding Too Long03:01 – Why This Home Sold at Full Asking (And the Last One Did Too)04:08 – The Design Strategy That Attracts Buyers—Not Just Bookings05:20 – Cash Flow vs. Appreciation: How I Decide When to Sell06:28 – Doubling My Equity to Fund a $2.75M Upgrade07:30 – How I’m Using a 1031 Exchange the Smart Way08:45 – The Bookkeeping Tool That Finally Replaced QuickBooks10:25 – The Real Reason This House Sold (And How to Replicate It)Mentioned in this episode:This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. Landing page: stayfi.com/bill

✅ FREE tool and training to find your own Super Property: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth?Struggling to choose between two great Airbnb properties? You're not alone. I'm breaking down the exact decision-making process I use when I’ve got two top contenders. One’s a private beach townhouse with insane VRBO upside. The other’s a mountain property with built-in wedding venue income and big tax advantages. I walk you through how I analyze cash flow, appreciation, and bonus depreciation—plus what tools I use to run the numbers the right way. 00:00 – When Even I Can’t Decide on a Property01:12 – Beach vs. Mountain: The Two Properties I’m Torn Between03:00 – This Beach Property Has a Secret Advantage Most Miss05:05 – $110K in Passive Income? The Mountain Property’s Wildcard07:18 – Which One Wins on Cash Flow (And Which One Doesn’t)09:04 – How Appreciation Could Flip the Decision11:22 – The Hidden Tax Play Most Investors Ignore13:05 – My Framework for Underwriting a Property15:10 – Why I Don’t Start With a Pro Forma (And What I Do First)17:28 – The Real Secret to Making Smarter STR Investment CallsMentioned in this episode:This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.

🎟 Grab your ticket to STR Wealth Conference now and don't miss the STR Design School session: https://strwealthconference.com ✅ FREE tool and training to find your own Super Property: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader✅ Shop our favorite decor and amenities for Airbnbs: https://www.amazon.com/shop/billfaeth73 (As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.) 💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselane.com/str-wealth?This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.I said I’d never buy a condo in Panama City Beach. Then we found this deal. Brea and I turned a dated two-bedroom unit into a Super Property — bold design, better function, and bookings rolling in. From hand-painted murals to a reworked kitchen layout that makes the whole place feel bigger, we pulled out all the stops (and stayed under budget). We walk through the numbers, the before-and-after upgrades, and the exact design moves that created real separation in a saturated market.00:00 – I Swore I'd Never Buy Here… Until This Happened01:27 – The HOA Advantage That Changed Everything03:52 – Bold Design Moves That Made Our Condo Stand Out06:18 – From Tight Galley to Open Showstopper Kitchen08:42 – The Power of Hand-Painted Murals (Not Wallpaper!)11:09 – The “Fifth Surface” Design Trick Most Hosts Ignore13:36 – How We Fit 8 Guests Comfortably in 2 Bedrooms15:28 – The Exact Renovation Budget (And What We Got Wrong)17:46 – $126K Projected Revenue from a $395K Condo?!19:24 – Sneak Peek: Our Most Ambitious Project Yet in MontanaMentioned in this episode:This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. Landing page: stayfi.com/bill

This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselaneaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/c/6143316/2948032/16283If you’re a high-income earner still trading time for money, this is your wake-up call. In this video, I’ll show you why traditional retirement vehicles are failing you—and how to build real wealth using the #1 asset class in America right now. I’ll break down how I used short-term rentals to build $22M in assets with under 25% debt… and how you can do the same. We’re talking cash flow, tax benefits, appreciation—and how to automate 95% of it.Mentioned in this episode:This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.

🎟 Grab your ticket to STR Wealth Conference now: https://strwealthconference.comThis episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.💸And Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselaneaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/c/6143316/2948032/16283✅ FREE community: Join 33K+ hosts growing their wealth with STRs: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508/?mibextid=oMANbw✅ FREE Proforma - know exactly how much a property will make before you buy: https://buildstrwealth.com/proformaDon't buy your first or next Airbnb without seeing this. I'm breaking down the exact mistakes that kill cash flow and how you can avoid them with a smarter setup. From LLCs and liability protection to revenue management, design budgets, and off-platform marketing, this is what separates the top earners from the pack.These are the Two Extra Steps that most investors skip. Take them, and you're ahead of 90 percent of the market.Chapters00:00 – The One Mistake to Avoid Before Buying an Airbnb01:15 – Why an LLC Isn’t Optional if You Want Protection03:04 – The $1,300 Investment That Could Save You Millions05:02 – How to Avoid the #1 Financial Pitfall After Closing07:10 – The Secret to Managing Airbnb Finances Like a Real Business09:00 – Revenue Management Isn’t Optional — Do This Instead11:12 – The Photo Strategy That Sells Your Property Before the Description13:00 – Outside-In: The Image Order That Converts Browsers to Bookers15:22 – How to Create Demand Without Relying on Airbnb17:30 – The Most Overlooked Tool That Builds a Direct Booking MachineConnect with Bill Faeth🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaethMentioned in this episode:This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. Landing page: stayfi.com/bill

💸Baselane: Get $100 when you sign up and put your rental finances on autopilot—no monthly fees, no stress: https://baselaneaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/c/6143316/2948032/16283This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.✅ FREE Super Property Grader: https://go.buildstrwealth.com/superpropertygrader✅ FREE Proforma - mitigate risk before you buy: https://buildstrwealth.com/proformaTrump’s new tax bill could be the biggest opportunity real estate investors have seen in years. If you’re not preparing for accelerated depreciation coming back to 100%, you’re already behind.In this video, I’m breaking down exactly how this bill can save you tens or hundreds of thousands in taxes—and why buying before it passes is critical. I’ll show you step by step how I’m underwriting deals, estimating tax savings, and getting ahead of the mad rush that’s coming.Don’t wait until the market flips to a seller’s market again. Get my free Super Grader and Proforma tools and start practicing now.00:00 – Why Trump’s New Tax Bill Could Change Everything02:15 – The #1 Tax Benefit Real Estate Investors Overlook04:05 – How Accelerated Depreciation REALLY Works (With Numbers)06:20 – What It Costs to Do a Cost Segregation (And Why It’s Worth It)08:05 – The Timing Trap: Why You Can’t Wait for the Bill to Pass10:12 – The Coming Surge: Millions of Buyers About to Flood the Market12:48 – The Secret to Predicting Your Tax Savings Before You Buy15:10 – Why This Is Still the Best Time to Buy Real Estate in Our LifetimeConnect with Bill Faeth🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaethMentioned in this episode:This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.

✅ FREE masterclass → how to earn $250K+ NET per year from Airbnb: https://buildstrwealth.com/550250masterclass🎟 STR Wealth Conference →https://www.strwealthconference.comThis episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.I've sold several short-term rentals in my portfolio over the years and I’m about to do it again. This isn’t clickbait. It’s the strategy that built my $22M portfolio starting with just $125K.If you’re sitting on equity and stuck on cash, selling might be the smartest move you can make. I’ll show you how I level up into better properties, get huge cost seg wins, and scale without injecting new capital.CHAPTERS00:00 – Why I’m Selling My Airbnbs 01:28 – The Real Reason Holding Long-Term Might Be Costing You03:07 – I Sold My Dream Property—Here’s What Happened05:21 – How I Turned $620K Into $3.4M in 7 Months07:10 – What Most Investors Miss About Equity and Cash Flow09:02 – My Exact 1031 Exchange Strategy to Avoid Recapture11:04 – The New Montana Property I’m Buying and Why13:18 – Why I Only Hold STRs for 2–3 Years15:02 – Scaling with the 5-5-2-50 Plan (Even If You Start Small)16:38 – From $125K to $22M: How I Built It Without More CashCONNECT WITH BILL🔸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 🔸 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508 🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfaeth/ 🔸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaethMentioned in this episode:This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months. Landing page: stayfi.com/bill

This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.Think you’ve nailed your summer pricing strategy? Think again.In this episode, I sit down with Emile Sakhel, an anesthesiologist turned STR revenue genius and founder of Pricing by Mira, live from our 2,200-acre mastermind ranch retreat. We talk about the #1 mistake most hosts make heading into peak season, the psychology behind “hedging,” and a game-changing pricing tactic you’ve probably never heard of: the ELF Method.Emile manages over $1M in projected revenue for my top two Outer Banks properties, and his approach has consistently outperformed traditional pricing tools and methods. If you want to maximize your bookings and keep ADR high, don’t miss this one!00:00 – Intro and mastermind setting01:45 – Emile’s background and W2 exit03:00 – Becoming a top revenue manager04:35 – The biggest summer pricing mistake06:00 – Changing length-of-stay rules07:25 – Pricing psychology and shorter stays09:35 – The ELF method for dynamic discounts10:10 – Applying ELF manually inside Airbnb12:10 – Why pricing tools aren’t enoughEmile SakhelWebsite: www.pricingbymira.comFacebook Group: STR Revenue Management by Emile SakhelMentioned in this episode:This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.

If you’re treating your STR like a hobby, don’t expect elite-level income. In this episode, I break down the 6 core tools I use to stay in the top 0.25% of earners—from revenue management to marketing to easy-button systems that actually scale.Whether you’re just getting started or ready to go all in, I’ll show you what works and where most hosts go wrong.This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.Mentioned in this episode:This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.

Nashville isn’t dead. But you can’t play the same game everyone else is playing. The regulations are tighter, the market is flooded with copycat four bedrooms, and most agents don’t know how to underwrite these deals. The good news is there are still real opportunities if you know where to look. In this episode, I break down exactly where the real plays are in Nashville for 2025. Whether you are buying inside Davidson County or going just outside the lines to build true super properties, this will show you where the smart money is moving.00:00 – Why Most Investors Get Nashville Completely Wrong01:03 – The Real Problem: It's Not Oversupply, It's What You're Buying03:52 – The Big Mistake Everyone Makes with Nashville STR Design05:40 – What I’d Tell My Own Family If They Wanted to Invest Here07:24 – How to Attract Higher-End Guests Without Bachelorette Drama08:35 – The Hidden Opportunity Outside Davidson County10:41 – How to Play the Game with 5+ Bedroom Super Properties12:47 – Why "Turnkey" Listings Are Usually a Trap14:31 – The Power of Pairing Side-by-Side STR Units16:04 – The Next Wave of STR-Friendly Developments in Nashville

In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how I’ve become the most recognized name in multiple industries by using a local celebrity strategy—and how you can do the same thing in just 100 days.I’ll walk you through:The “Kardashian Effect” (and what it has to do with STRs)Why co-hosts and property owners should stop chasing and start attractingA step-by-step plan to become the most known and trusted name in one high-value marketHow to use short weekly videos and $3/day ads to build a following that brings leads in on autopilotWhat to say, how to say it, and when to drop your first CTA for max conversionWhether you’re a new co-host or a seasoned investor, this is the most overlooked (and most powerful) growth strategy in the game.This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.Mentioned in this episode:This episode is brought to you by StayFi — the easiest way to grow your direct bookings! ⁠ Visit stayfi.com/bill and use code "BILL" for an exclusive 50% off your first three months.