278 - Revolutionizing Midterm Rentals and Beyond with Abi Horton

Update: 2025-11-17

Description

Join hostess Jen Josey on REIGN – the Real Estate Investor Growth Network Podcast – as she sits down with Abi Horton, real estate investor and founder of Aros, a midterm rental platform connecting traveling professionals, insurance housing, and relocation tenants with real estate investors offering furnished midterm rentals.

In this episode, Jen and Abi break down how to invest in midterm rentals, what makes midterm rental investing different from short-term rentals and long-term rentals, and how investors can create consistent cash flow with 30+ day furnished rentals. Abi shares the story behind building Aros and how the platform helps match temporary housing needs with investors looking to maximize rental income and reduce vacancy.

You'll hear actionable strategies for managing midterm rentals, setting up dynamic pricing, handling insurance and security deposits, and building strong relationships with agents, adjusters, and other key players in the real estate investing and temporary housing space. Abi also dives into systems for success, personal development, and how to define success as a real estate investor in a competitive market.

Whether you're a new real estate investor or a seasoned investor looking to diversify your portfolio, this episode is packed with midterm rental tips, real estate investing strategies, and practical advice you can implement right away.

Timestamps & Key Topics:

00:00 – Introduction to REIGN and host Jen Josey
01:00 – Today's topic: Real estate taxes, write-offs, and deductions for investors
03:24 – Meet Abi Horton, founder of Aros midterm rental platform
08:24 – Midterm rentals vs. short-term rentals: Key differences for investors
19:12 – Challenges and wins in building Aros and scaling a midterm rental platform
22:29 – The power of reciprocity and relationship-building in real estate
23:04 – Navigating the real estate investing industry and standing out as an investor
25:34 – Dynamic pricing strategies for midterm rentals and maximizing cash flow
27:38 – Handling insurance claims, security deposits, and tenant expectations
31:16 – Future goals and aspirations for Aros and midterm rental growth
34:09 – Advice, mindset, and personal development for real estate investors
36:32 – Systems for success: Processes, tools, and automation for investors
38:36 – Defining success in real estate investing and final thoughts

Abi Horton is the founder of Aros, a platform designed to connect people that need
housing with the people that have housing. As a real estate investor and entrepreneur,
Abi built a business building relationships with relocation companies and businesses
that need temporary housing and connecting them with her real estate network. Now
Aros will bring more opportunities to more people. Built by a real estate investor for real
estate investors. Abi is passionate about creating efficient housing opportunities and
building meaningful industry relationships.

Social Media Links:
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/theabihorton?igsh=MThuczh6ZzI1NWI3YQ==

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abihorton/
Aros Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1EwzJ17ykA/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Website: https://www.stayaros.com/

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