Episode 6 - Winning in the STR Market: Mike Stone on Luxury Amenities, Team Building & Guest Experience

02/28/25 • 63 min

In this episode of The Scaling Simple Podcast, Mike Stone, a seasoned short-term rental realtor and property manager in Arizona, shares his expertise on maximizing property appeal, guest experience, and operational efficiency in the STR industry.

Mike dives into strategic property upgrades, the importance of luxury amenities, and how to maintain high Airbnb ratings. He also reveals his best practices for guest communication, customer acquisition, and marketing strategies that set successful hosts apart.

Credits

🎙️ Guest: Mike Stone, STR Realtor
📌 Instagram: @MikeStoneGroup
📌 Facebook: Mike Stone
📩 Real Estate Inquiries: [email protected]
📩 Property Management & Consulting: [email protected]

🎙️ Host: Jonathan Farber

If you’re interested in short-term rental investments, property management, or real estate consulting, feel free to reach out to Mike Stone through his social media or email.

Credits

🎙️ Host: Jonathan Farber

If you’re interested in short-term rental investments, property management, or real estate consulting, feel free to reach out to Mike Stone through his social media or email.

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Episode 5 - The Power of Networking & Systems: Will Dotson’s Formula for Real Estate Success

In this episode of The Scaling Simple Podcast, Will Dotson shares his experience as a real estate investor managing properties remotely across multiple states, all while living in Mexico.

He reveals how he built systems for property management, the role of virtual assistants (VAs), and strategies for securing high-value insurance bookings. Will also emphasizes the power of networking, immediate action, and mentorship in accelerating business growth.

If you’re looking to scale your real estate business remotely, improve operations with VAs, or leverage insurance bookings for steady cash flow, this episode is packed with actionable insights!

Guest Credits: Will Dotson

Name: Will Dotson

Website: Novahavens.com – You can submit your property through the property submission form.

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Episode 7 - How to Scale Your Rental Portfolio: Oggie Penev’s Strategies for Investors

How can real estate investors scale their rental portfolios efficiently? In this episode, Oggie Penev shares his journey from a real estate agent during the market crash to a successful investor and coach. He breaks down his best strategies for building and managing rental properties remotely, finding high-quality tenants, and using automation to streamline operations.

🔹 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ The power of systems & automation in property management.
✔️ How to find and retain the best tenants for long-term success.
✔️ Proactive marketing & leasing strategies to minimize vacancies.
✔️ The best financing options for real estate investors.
✔️ How to build a strong and reliable team to scale efficiently.