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The Landlord Diaries

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The Landlord Diaries is a podcast all about Mid-Term Rentals and real estate investing. On the show, hosts and fellow Mid-Term Rental Landlords Kelly Bailey & Katie Lyon discuss topics like investment strategy, property management, and tips for using Furnished Finder to be a top Mid-Term Rental Landlord. By listening, youā€™ll walk away with creative ways to maximize your real estate investment, create passive income, as well as hear some entertaining and interesting landlord stories. The Land ...
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The Real Estate Education Podcast

Erin Spradlin & James Carlson

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Welcome to the Real Estate Investing Podcast, your ultimate resource for actionable tips, strategies, and market insights tailored to investors seeking to build wealth and succeed in the real estate market. Whether you're just starting or you're an experienced investor refining your approach, this podcast covers everything you need to know to thrive in a competitive industry. Each episode delves into key investment strategies such as house hacking, midterm rentals, Airbnb, and long-term rent ...
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Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed as a landlord? In this video, we're sharing our top 4 tips to help you become a more efficient landlord and maximize your midterm rental business. From utilizing property management software to streamlining your lease strategies, we're covering it all. As a Furnished Finder host, you know how important it is to ā€¦
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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson analyze a major shift in the rental marketā€”Metro Denver apartment rents have declined for only the third time in history. Comparing this downturn to past economic crises, they break down why this time is different and how housing supply and demand haā€¦
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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson, dive into the hot debate of whether short-term rentals (STRs) and mid-term rentals (MTRs) truly benefit from a direct booking site or if itā€™s an unnecessary SEO battle against giants like Airbnb, VRBO, and Furnished Finder. They discuss how rental pā€¦
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Looking for a lucrative side hustle that fits into your busy life? Discover how Lara Stuart, a registered nurse with 28 years of experience, built a successful mid-term rental arbitrage business with Furnished Finder while maintaining her W2 job and family life. In this episode of the Furnished Finder Landlord Diaries podcast, hosts Kelly Bailey & ā€¦
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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, James Carlson, seasoned real estate agent and investor, chats with first-time STR investor Nolan, who shares his experience turning a unique Colorado property into a high-performing short-term rental. They discuss the challenges and opportunities in the Colorado real estate market,ā€¦
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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson dive deep into the Short-Term Rental (STR) market, revealing what Airbnbā€™s most viral listings on TikTok say about todayā€™s vacation rental trends. As competition in the STR market skyrockets, they analyze how investors can make their listings stand oā€¦
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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson discuss rental challenges, how market trends impact prices, and the best cities for renters in 2025. With increased supply and declining prices, many landlords struggle to fill vacancies. Erin and James explain why real estate investors must adapt byā€¦
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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson explore the latest developments in the real estate market, focusing on how new construction laws across various states are creating opportunities for real estate investors and homeowners alike. They dive deep into the growing popularity and legislatiā€¦
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Are you considering self-managing your midterm rental property? Watch this video as BiggerPockets Author, Amelia McGee, discusses the pros and cons of property management, and get valuable insights into the MTR landlord process. Whether you're a seasoned property manager or a beginner, this video will provide you with the information you need to maā€¦
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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson, dive deep into Realtor.comā€™s detailed predictions for the 2025 real estate market. They explore key real estate trends such as the anticipated 14% increase in new home builds, with a focus on smaller, affordable starter homes and properties designedā€¦
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https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/colorado-real-estate-podcastIn this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson, examine the pros and cons of the best U.S. cities for expats, offering a critical look at rankings based on quality of life, housing affordability, and market trends. They explore whā€¦
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Are accessory dwelling units (ADUs) the ultimate real estate hack? In this episode, we sit down with Derek Sherrell, aka "That ADU Guy," to explore the benefits of accessory dwelling units and how ADUs are transforming the housing market. With over 49,000 Instagram followers and 26,000 YouTube subscribers, Derek is on a mission to influence the creā€¦
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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson explore the emerging trend of cohousing, emphasizing its relevance in tackling America's loneliness epidemic through community-driven real estate solutions. They discuss the intricacies of investing in shared living spaces and how these innovative hoā€¦
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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson, seasoned real estate agents and investors, delve into the heated debate of institutional investors versus mom-and-pop landlords, examining how BlackRock and other major firms impact housing affordability across the U.S. They also explore key rental ā€¦
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Ready to transform your Furnished Finder listing into a travelerā€™s dream? Join us for an in-depth tutorial on how to set up your firstā€”or nextā€”property listing, complete with insider advice you wonā€™t find anywhere else. Kelly and Katie dive deep into key questions like: How do I price my mid-term rental? Should you invest in a full kitchen or stickā€¦
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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson, seasoned real estate agents and real estate investors, dive into an in-depth comparison of the Colorado Fair Act and Florida Citizens Act, two essential property insurance programs designed to mitigate risks in high-risk real estate markets. The hosā€¦
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In this episode of The Landlord Diaries, we celebrate 10 years of growth in the mid-term rental (MTR) industry with Furnished Finder COO Cami Narino. From the companyā€™s humble beginnings to its innovative tools today, Cami shares invaluable insights for landlords looking to succeed in the evolving MTR market. We discuss everything from the evolutioā€¦
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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson discuss Zillow's 2025 housing market predictions, emphasizing real estate trends like the slow home value growth and increasing inventory potentially benefiting those buying a home. They analyze how these Zillow forecasts predict a more favorable envā€¦
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How do you turn a midterm rental portfolio into a $100K/month business while serving your community during times of crisis? In this episode, we sit down with KP Akom, a U.S. Army veteran and the CEO of Streamlined Stay Solutions, to uncover his incredible journey from creative financing deals to filling 100 FEMA housing requests during Hurricane Heā€¦
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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson, seasoned real estate agents and investors, dive deep into the complexities of homeowners association (HOA) rules and regulations, providing invaluable insights for navigating these essential documents when buying property. They break down key elemenā€¦
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In this episode of The Landlord Diaries, we dive into the transformative mid-term rental (MTR) strategy with Candice Menard, a Realtor and Founder of Rent It Like A Saint in Lake Charles, LA. Candice has revamped her real estate portfolio, transitioning from aging long-term rentals (LTRs) to newer, high-performing midterm rental properties. Hostingā€¦
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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson, both seasoned real estate agents and investors, dive into the profile of the average U.S. homeowner, offering fascinating statistics and surprising trends. For example, they reveal that single women outpace single men in homeownership, owning 20.3 mā€¦
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Ever wondered where untapped mid-term rental (MTR) opportunities could be hiding? On this episode of The Landlord Diaries, weā€™re joined by Lee Gierszewski, an innovative real estate investor in North Dakota, who's turning Bismarckā€™s multifamily market into a booming mid-term rental portfolio. Discover why Lee transitioned long-term rentals into MTRā€¦
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In this episode, real estate agents and investors Erin Spradlin and James Carlson explore key trends in real estate investment and housing policy following the 2024 election. They begin by discussing post-election migration, examining where Americans are moving after the 2024 election. Using data from The New York Times and Redfin, they reveal a grā€¦
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In todayā€™s episode of The Landlord Diaries, we're pulling back the curtain on a game-changing partnership between Furnished Finder and Steadily Insurance Company, the leading name in furnished rental property insurance. Join us as we sit down with Darren Nix, Founder & CEO of Steadily, to explore why midterm landlords need unique insurance protectiā€¦
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In this episode, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson Real Estate share key insights for short-term rental investments, emphasizing the importance of choosing locations with capped licenses. They explain that the best cities for Airbnb investment often limit the number of licenses, reducing competition and increasing property value. Erin highlights thatā€¦
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In this must-listen episode of Landlord Diaries, we're diving into the world of mid-term rentals for travel nurses and traveling medical professionalsā€”straight from the 2024 TravCon conference, the ultimate gathering for travel healthcare experts! If you're a landlord or property manager eager to attract high-quality, responsible tenants, tune in tā€¦
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Welcome to the REAL ESTATE EDUCATION PODCAST with hosts Erin and James, where we dive into real estate tips, trending topics, and some fun debates! Reach out: [email protected] In this episode: šŸŸ¢ Winterizing Your Colorado Home: Get your home prepped for the colder months with essential tips on gutter maintenance, window and door sealiā€¦
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Imagine transforming a standard rental into a profitable midterm rental, achieving double the income while catering to the high-demand travel nurse market. In this episode, real estate agent and investor Jesus Jimenez shares his journey from traditional long-term rentals to making $4,100/month with his 2-bedroom condo by shifting to travel nurse hoā€¦
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In this episode of The Landlord Diaries, we dive deep into the world of mid-term rentals with Tiffany Rosenbaum, Co-Founder of Stunning Stays, a company that manages over 20 mid-term rental (MTR) properties in the Phoenix area. Tiffany shares her inspiring journey from overcoming poverty to achieving real estate success, and why operating larger MTā€¦
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Welcome to the Real Estate Education Podcast. Today, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson discuss the following: āœ… 3 Ways to Avoid a Bad Tenant āœ… Most popular rental configuration #realestate #realestateinvesting #podcast #homebuyingtips āœ…āœ… Email us: [email protected] or [email protected] Erin Spradlin | James Carlson CHAPTEā€¦
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In this expert episode, we sit down with Jackie Wolf, Director of Sales at Waivo, to dive into the benefits of Furnished Finder's latest offeringā€”the Worry Free Waiver. Designed specifically for midterm rental (MTR) hosts, this innovative security deposit alternative brings peace of mind by protecting your property while keeping tenants happy. Weā€™lā€¦
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In this episode of The Landlord Diaries, we sit down with Coty LeBlanc, a real estate dynamo from New Hampshire, who has successfully embraced the hybrid strategy of short-term and mid-term rentals. With 85% of his portfolio dedicated to mid-term rentals (MTRs), Coty shares how he built a thriving business using rental arbitrage and partnershipsā€”maā€¦
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Welcome to the Real Estate Education Podcast with Erin Spradlin + James Carlson. #realestate #rentalproperty #landlord #realestateinvesting #podcast #homebuyingtips šŸ  Please direct questions/comments to [email protected] šŸŸ¢ Boomers Taking on Roommates: Many Baby Boomers are increasingly opting to share homes with roommates, or "boommates," due tā€¦
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Unlock the secrets of the ultimate house hack in this weekā€™s episode of The Landlord Diaries! Join us as Karen Lombardo shares her journey of transforming her property into a real estate goldmine. From a 700 sqft ADU to three hotel-style master suites, Karen is a master of the mid-term rental (MTR) game. Learn how sheā€™s achieved 100% occupancy usinā€¦
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Welcome to the Real Estate Education podcast. #realestate #rentalproperty #landlord #realestateinvesting #podcast #homebuyingtips šŸŸ¢ Please direct questions/comments to [email protected] šŸŸ¢ ______________________________________ šŸŸ¢ Short-Term vs. Medium-Term Rentals - This episode explores which investment type, short-term rentals (STR) or medium-ā€¦
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In this episode of The Landlord Diaries, we sit down with Amanda Han, Managing Director of Keystone CPA and one of the nation's top real estate tax strategists. Amanda, a third-generation real estate investor, has helped countless investors maximize wealth through powerful, proactive tax strategies. With best-selling books on Amazon and features inā€¦
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Welcome to the Real Estate Education Podcast with Erin Spradlin + James Carlson. šŸ  Please direct questions/comments to [email protected] šŸŸ¢ Buying Properties with Wells: This podcast episode covers essential questions and tests to consider when buying a property with a well, such as water quality, flow rate, sustainable yield, and well constructā€¦
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Welcome to The Landlord Diaries! In this episode, we dive deep into the profitable niche of mid-term rental insurance with real estate expert Ruben Kanya. With over a decade of experience and a portfolio controlling over 30 homes, Ruben reveals how he rents homes to families displaced by disasters at 4x the long-term market rate. From building a reā€¦
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Are you ready to level up your real estate game? In this episode of The Landlord Diaries, we sit down with Nicole Bansal, a San Diego-based investor who went from accidental landlord to a seasoned real estate strategist. Nicole shares her 3-step process for defining your buy box (buying strategy) and identifying investment properties that both apprā€¦
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Welcome to the Real Estate Education Podcast. Today, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson discuss the following: What are the questions Colorado homebuyers should ask their real estate agents before working with them? What should landlords look for in a tenant's credit report? For more information visit us online at: https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.cā€¦
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In this episode of The Landlord Diaries, we sit down with Darel Ison, a full-time professional whoā€™s built an impressive portfolio of 19 rental properties spread across Ohio, Kansas, and Florida. With 7 duplexes, 1 triplex, and several single-family homes under his belt, Darel has mastered the art of converting long-term rentals into lucrative mid-ā€¦
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Welcome to the Real Estate Education podcast. #realestate #rentalproperty #landlord #realestateinvesting #podcast #homebuyingtips šŸ  Please direct questions/comments to [email protected] šŸŸ¢ Mortgage Rates and Housing Inventory Trends: Mortgage rates are slowly decreasing, which could attract more buyers back into the market. However, the current ā€¦
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In this episode of The Landlord Diaries, we sit down with mid-term rental expert, William Dotson, who specializes in insurance housing hosting families that have been displaced from a disaster. His level of hospitality, expertise & heart for the guest(s) is contagious. At this time, Will's portfolio is all mid-term rentals. He operates around 10 loā€¦
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Welcome to the Real Estate Education podcast. | Erin Spradlin and James Carlson šŸ  Please direct questions/comments to [email protected] šŸŸ¢ Exploring the Gender Wealth Gap in Real Estate: In today's podcast, we delve into a study revealing that women pay 2% more and sell for 2% less in real estate transactions than men. This raises questions abouā€¦
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Unlock the secrets to maximizing your rental income year-round with expert real estate investor Leslie Hooper! In this episode of The Landlord Diaries, Leslie shares her unique strategy of balancing short-term rentals (STR) during peak football season and mid-term rentals (MTR) for the rest of the year. With over a decade of experience and a thriviā€¦
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Welcome to the Real Estate Education podcast. šŸ  Please direct questions/comments to [email protected] šŸŸ¢ Handling Negative Airbnb Reviews with Professionalism: The speaker emphasizes the importance of responding to one-star reviews professionally and with brevity to maintain credibility and avoid appearing defensive. šŸŸ¢ Transparent Communication ā€¦
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Welcome back to another insightful episode of The Landlord Diaries! This week, we're thrilled to have Jeff Hurst, President & CEO of Furnished Finder, join us once again. If you missed Jeff's latest state of the union address, be sure to check out episode 100 for a comprehensive update. In today's episode, Jeff reveals exciting new platform updatesā€¦
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Welcome to the Real Estate Education Podcast with Erin Spradlin + James Carlson. šŸ  Please direct questions/comments to [email protected] šŸŸ¢ Airbnb Legal Case Overview: James Carlson, an Airbnb expert witness (short-term rental expert witness), was called to testify in a Denver district court case involving an Airbnb owner who sued a constructionā€¦
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Welcome to The Landlord Diaries! In this episode, we sit down with Allen Duan, a mid-term rental powerhouse with a portfolio of over 26 managed and arbitrage properties in Southern California. Allen shares his incredible journey from short-term rentals (STR) to mid-term rentals (MTR), a strategic pivot driven by local restrictions and market opportā€¦
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