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The Short-Term Rental Playbook

How to Launch and Grow a Profitable Airbnb or Vrbo Business—Choose the Right Property, Create Listings That Stand Out, Manage Guests Smoothly, and Scale Your Rentals

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The Short-Term Rental Playbook

By: Samuel Thorpe
Narrated by: Tom Brooks
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Stop Trading Hours for Dollars—Build the Passive Income Stream That Actually Works

Are you tired of living paycheck to paycheck? The short-term rental revolution has created millionaires from ordinary people—and you can be next.

The Problem Most Hosts Face

95% of new Airbnb hosts fail within their first year. They jump in without research, get blindsided by hidden costs, struggle with regulations, or burn out from poor systems. The 5% who succeed follow a proven playbook that turns hosting into a wealth-building machine.

What if you could skip the expensive mistakes and fast-track your success?

Your Complete Success Blueprint

The Short-Term Rental Playbook reveals the exact system used by profitable hosts to build sustainable businesses that generate income while they sleep. No fluff, no hype—just proven strategies that work.

Inside You'll Discover:

  • Market Research Secrets - Find profitable markets and avoid oversaturated areas
  • Deal Analysis Mastery - Calculate true ROI with insider spreadsheets
  • Legal Protection - Navigate permits and regulations without expensive mistakes
  • Property Setup Systems - Stage properties that command premium rates on any budget
  • Listing Optimization - Write descriptions that generate bookings on autopilot
  • Guest Experience Automation - Deliver 5-star service working just hours per week
  • Scaling Strategies - Build a portfolio that creates true passive income

Real Results:

"I went from $800/month to $3,200/month and just bought my second property." - Jennifer M.

"This book saved me from a $50,000 mistake. Worth 10x the price." - David K.

"Finally, someone who tells the truth. No BS, just actionable strategies." - Sarah T.

Perfect for:

  • Complete beginners who want to start right
  • Struggling hosts ready to turn things around
  • Anyone seeking passive income and financial freedom
  • Investors looking for wealth-building strategies

Your Financial Freedom Starts Today

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This audiobook is a practical and comprehensive guide for anyone looking to build a successful short-term rental business. Rather than relying on hype or unrealistic promises, it focuses on proven strategies that help listeners create sustainable income through smart planning and efficient systems. It covers every stage of the process, from identifying profitable markets and analyzing deals to navigating legal requirements, setting up properties, and optimizing listings for maximum bookings. The sections on guest experience automation and scaling are especially valuable, offering actionable insights for growing a portfolio while minimizing day-to-day workload. Informative, well-organized, and easy to follow, this audiobook is an excellent resource for both aspiring and experienced hosts.

The Short-Term Rental Playbook

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I found this audiobook to be much more than a collection of hosting tips. It takes a realistic approach to short-term rentals and highlights many of the factors that first-time hosts often overlook. The sections on market analysis, budgeting, and ongoing expenses were particularly valuable. I also liked the practical guidance on improving listings, creating memorable guest experiences, and understanding legal requirements. Overall, it provides a solid framework for building a successful and sustainable rental business.

Comprehensive and Grounded Advice for New Hosts

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As someone who’s been curious about short‑term rentals but didn’t know where to begin, this audiobook gave me a clearer picture of what the work actually looks like. It breaks down each stage in a way that feels practical, from choosing the right area to setting up a place that guests will want to book. I appreciated how it explained the financial side without making it overwhelming, and the parts about improving listings and managing guest communication were especially useful. The directions on building systems made the whole idea feel more manageable, even for someone starting from scratch. It’s a helpful guide for anyone wanting to understand how this type of business really operates.

Solid roadmap for new hosts

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Our area is getting a huge influx of people coming in for the Olympics. I wanted to learn how to work an Airbnb to make some extra income. This book has been so helpful in understanding the process of setting it up and maintaining my business. The book is easy to follow and understand. The author did a great job explaining everything for those of us without any previous understanding.

Ready for my new business

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Plenty of people jump into hosting an Airbnb or a rental and quit within a year, usually because of hidden costs, local rules, or systems that fall apart. This lays out the steps to avoid those traps and treat hosting like a real business instead of a side gamble. It's aimed at beginners but doesn't sugarcoat how much work it takes. Anyone weighing whether to start renting a place out gets a clear picture of what they're signing up for before they spend a dime.

A realistic look at running a short-term rental

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