566. How To Find Airbnb Properties No One Else Knows About

Most hosts looking to grow their short-term rental portfolio start in the same place: Zillow, public listings, and whatever properties everyone else can already see.

But the best opportunities often never make it that far.

In this episode, Sarah and Annette break down four ways to find short-term rental properties before they hit the open market. They share how co-hosting can become an acquisition strategy, why being visible and vocal matters, how Facebook groups and local communities can surface hidden opportunities, and why working with STR-specific experts can help you spot the difference between a cheap property and a property that will actually perform.

They also share the story of The Audrey, one of their own Columbus properties that started as a co-hosting relationship before becoming an off-market purchase.

If you are trying to grow your portfolio, this episode is a reminder that the next deal may not come from refreshing Zillow. It may come from the relationships you are already building.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why some of the best STR properties never hit the market
• How co-hosting can lead to future ownership opportunities
• Why your reputation as an operator can make you the obvious buyer
• How to make yourself visible to owners, agents, and local networks
• Why Facebook groups and online communities can reveal off-market leads
• What to look for in an STR-specific real estate expert
• Why relationships can matter more than listing sites when finding your next property

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