What if you could optimize your rental property with just the push of a button? I got to chat with Matt Sanderson, co-founder of strIQ. We’re diving into how strIQ can help you acquire and optimize your rentals, plus Matt’s own experience with becoming a short-term rental owner and investor. 

Let’s talk truth about social media and short-term rentals: is Instagram a brilliant brand builder or just more busy work?

In this episode, I unpack how to evaluate whether building a social presence is worth it for your rental property, based on your long-term goals. I share personal lessons from managing “The Commonwealth,” our own rental-turned-brand, and highlight case studies like Bolt Farm Treehouse and Pink Dreams Cottage, who’ve done social media incredibly well.

Do you know the value of interior design for your short-term rental? Designer Morgan Wise of Morgan Kay Interiors. Morgan shares her advice for rental owners who are looking to make the best impression of their space, balance functionality and aesthetic, and keep up with design trends while on a budget.