Midterm Rentals: Community, Lead Generation, and Scaling with James Hwang

Midterm Rentals: Community, Lead Generation, and Scaling with James Hwang

In this episode of the She’s Got Assets Podcast, host Shona Lepis sits down with James Hwang, co-founder of Stellar Housing Solutions, mid-term rental operator, and full-time oncology pharmacist to talk about why the best operators in the MTR space don’t try to do everything alone. They dive into: * building relationships instead of competing with other hosts * how community creates more referrals and better opportunities * using WhatsApp groups and “MTR Office Hours” to troubleshoot operations and share leads * how to market to insurance and corporate housing clients * using AI and outreach systems to find new opportunities * why hospitality standards matter more than fancy design * and how to launch listings before a property is even fully furnished James also shares how he evaluates properties conservatively, structures safer operations, and thinks long-term when scaling a rental portfolio. If you’ve been trying to figure out how to grow your MTR business without burning out, this episode is packed with practical strategy and operator-level insights. Connect with James Hwang Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james_hwang/ [https://www.instagram.com/james_hwang/] MTR Office Hours: https://www.skool.com/mtr-office-hours   Show Sponsor: She’s Got Assets [https://www.shesgotassetshq.com/]™ We offer two courses. The MTR Playbook course teaches real estate investors how to set up and fully book their first mid-term rental with great guests so they can 2x your cash flow. We cover the basics from planning and how to set up and furnish your mid-term rental, how to self-manage and get direct bookings to keep more profit, to how to launch your first mid-term rental. The REI Playbook teaches you how to scale your rental portfolio or buy your first investment property, without door knocking or calling, from how to market to find off-market deals to creative REI strategies like owner financing. Join our Skool group: The Asset Society - Learn how to 2x your rental income with mid-term rentals and get Access to the MTR Essentials course. https://www.skool.com/the-asset-society/about   Join our FREE Facebook group: She’s Got Assets | Maximize Cash Flow for Real Estate Investors [https://www.facebook.com/groups/shesgotassetsnetwork/] Tag us on Instagram with a takeaway from this episode. Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesgotassets [https://www.instagram.com/shesgotassets]  #shesgotassets Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@shesgotassets [https://www.youtube.com/@shesgotassets] Connect with host Shona Lepis. Shona Buys Houses https://www.shonabuyshouses.com/ [https://www.shonabuyshouses.com/] Cedar & Porch Properties | Mid-Term Rentals Portland OR http://cedarandporchproperties.com/ [http://cedarandporchproperties.com/]LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonalepis/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonalepis/]

Running Mid-Term Rentals Like a Business (Co-Hosting, Systems & Real Operations)

What does it actually take to run mid-term rentals at scale? Not the highlight reel… the backend. In this episode, I sit down with Allen Duan, founder of Hospy Homes, who manages 35+ furnished units in Los Angeles. We break down what it really looks like to operate a mid-term rental business—from co-hosting and property management to systems, team, and day-to-day operations. If you’ve ever thought about scaling your MTRs or stepping into co-hosting, this is a behind-the-scenes look at how it actually works. Inside the episode, we cover: * Co-hosting vs arbitrage (and how operators are structuring deals today) * What property management really looks like in the MTR space (including fees and responsibilities) * Why most hosts struggle with mid-term bookings—and how to market beyond Airbnb and Furnished Finder * Real underwriting numbers (including occupancy assumptions and risk) * What actually matters when furnishing for mid-term stays * The systems, tech stack, and team structure behind a 35+ unit operation * How AI is being used in real operations (Notion, SOPs, and workflow support) This is for hosts who want to move beyond “winging it” and start running their rentals like a real business.   Connect with: Allen Duan https://www.skool.com/mtr-office-hours/about   Show Sponsor: She’s Got Assets [https://www.shesgotassetshq.com/]™ We offer two courses. The MTR Playbook course teaches real estate investors how to set up and fully book their first mid-term rental with great guests so they can 2x your cash flow. We cover the basics from planning and how to set up and furnish your mid-term rental, how to self-manage and get direct bookings to keep more profit, to how to launch your first mid-term rental. The REI Playbook teaches you how to scale your rental portfolio or buy your first investment property, without door knocking or calling, from how to market to find off-market deals to creative REI strategies like owner financing.   Join our Skool group: The Asset Society - Learn how to 2x your rental income with mid-term rentals and get Access to the MTR Essentials course. https://www.skool.com/the-asset-society/about   Join our FREE Facebook group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/shesgotassetsnetwork [https://www.facebook.com/groups/shesgotassetsnetwork]   Tag us on Instagram with a takeaway from this episode. Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesgotassets [https://www.instagram.com/shesgotassets]  #shesgotassets Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@shesgotassets [https://www.youtube.com/@shesgotassets] Connect with host Shona Lepis. Shona Buys Houses https://www.shonabuyshouses.com/ [https://www.shonabuyshouses.com/]Cedar & Porch Properties | Mid-Term Rentals Portland OR http://cedarandporchproperties.com/ [http://cedarandporchproperties.com/]LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonalepis/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonalepis/]

MTRO PRO - The Midterm Rental Operations System MTR Operators Have Been Waiting For with Dre Galaviz

Shona Lepis hosts Dre Galaviz on the She’s Got Assets podcast to discuss MTRO Pro, a new midterm rental–specific operations system created after Dre was laid off and struggled managing his growing MTR portfolio with a “hodgepodge” of tools. Andre explains Metro Pro’s goal of consolidating centralized guest communications (email, SMS, WhatsApp and more), CRM-style lead pipelines, leases with merge fields and e-sign, background checks, payments, bookkeeping-friendly reporting, and MTR-specific metrics like average monthly rate (AMR) to help operators price more effectively. He outlines plans for lawyer-reviewed MTR leases for all 50 states, AI-assisted guest messaging and reporting, OTA lead ingestion from platforms like Airbnb and Furnish Finder, guest dashboards, community features (Community Corner and Vendor Village), and a mobile app. Metro Pro plans to launch around early June and is recruiting a “Founding 50” via metropro.com.   Connect with: Dre Galaviz https://mtropro.com/   Show Sponsor: She’s Got Assets [https://www.shesgotassetshq.com/]™ We offer two courses. The MTR Playbook course teaches real estate investors how to set up and fully book their first mid-term rental with great guests so they can 2x your cash flow. We cover the basics from planning and how to set up and furnish your mid-term rental, how to self-manage and get direct bookings to keep more profit, to how to launch your first mid-term rental. The REI Playbook teaches you how to scale your rental portfolio or buy your first investment property, without door knocking or calling, from how to market to find off-market deals to creative REI strategies like owner financing.   Join our Skool group: The Asset Society - Learn how to 2x your rental income with mid-term rentals and get Access to the MTR Essentials course. https://www.skool.com/the-asset-society/about   Join our FREE Facebook group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/shesgotassetsnetwork [https://www.facebook.com/groups/shesgotassetsnetwork]   Tag us on Instagram with a takeaway from this episode. Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesgotassets [https://www.instagram.com/shesgotassets]  #shesgotassets Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@shesgotassets [https://www.youtube.com/@shesgotassets] Connect with host Shona Lepis. Shona Buys Houses https://www.shonabuyshouses.com/ [https://www.shonabuyshouses.com/] Cedar & Porch Properties | Mid-Term Rentals Portland OR http://cedarandporchproperties.com/ [http://cedarandporchproperties.com/]LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonalepis/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonalepis/]

Inbound Marketing Strategies for Real Estate Success with Trevor Mauch of Carrot.com

In this episode of the She's Got Assets real estate investment podcast, host Shona Lepis is joined by Trevor Mauch, CEO of Carrot.com, to discuss the benefits of inbound marketing over traditional outbound methods for real estate investors. Trevor explains how inbound marketing generates the best, most motivated leads, resulting in higher lead-to-deal ratios and increased profits per deal. He also describes the Carrot platform, which helps real estate investors build effective websites optimized for search engine ranking and lead conversion. Throughout the episode, Trevor and Shona delve into the elements that make a strong, trust-building website and share insights on leveraging AI and optimizing Google Business Profiles. This episode is packed with actionable advice for real estate investors looking to scale their businesses efficiently while providing value and building trust with their clients. Connect with: Trevor Mauch https://carrot.com/ [https://carrot.com/] SEO AI Challenge: https://carrot.com/challenge/?fpr=3699 [https://carrot.com/challenge/?fpr=3699&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExRkxyNXpmbWdXVHhKRXN4QXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR68irDM099D6JX0HRMIbt91Lolna9-M2eEFoWxISPdX1fGMPmMohLChLyeXoA_aem_QDWUpDg79-YX6a31gHoEzA] https://carrot.com/podcast/ [https://carrot.com/podcast/] https://www.trevormauch.com/freedom/   Show Sponsor: She’s Got Assets [https://www.shesgotassetshq.com/]™ We offer two courses. The MTR Playbook course teaches real estate investors how to set up and fully book their first mid-term rental with great guests so they can 2x your cash flow. We cover the basics from planning and how to set up and furnish your mid-term rental, how to self-manage and get direct bookings to keep more profit, to how to launch your first mid-term rental. The REI Playbook teaches you how to scale your rental portfolio or buy your first investment property, without door knocking or calling, from how to market to find off-market deals to creative REI strategies like owner financing.   Join our Skool group: The Asset Society - Learn how to 2x your rental income with mid-term rentals and get Access to the MTR Essentials course. https://www.skool.com/the-asset-society/about [https://www.skool.com/the-asset-society/about]   Join our FREE Facebook group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/shesgotassetsnetwork [https://www.facebook.com/groups/shesgotassetsnetwork]   Tag us on Instagram with a takeaway from this episode. Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesgotassets [https://www.instagram.com/shesgotassets]  #shesgotassets Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@shesgotassets [https://www.youtube.com/@shesgotassets] Connect with host Shona Lepis. Shona Buys Houses https://www.shonabuyshouses.com/ [https://www.shonabuyshouses.com/] Cedar & Porch Properties | Mid-Term Rentals Portland OR http://cedarandporchproperties.com/ [http://cedarandporchproperties.com/]LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonalepis/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonalepis/]

Cottage Clusters & Creative Real Estate with Developer Kelsey LPJ

In this episode of the 'She's Got Assets' podcast, host Shona Lepis delves into the innovative world of cottage clusters with special guest Kelsey LPJ. They discuss the benefits of this niche, including the expedited permitting process and potential for numerous units. Kelsey shares her journey from acquiring a distressed property to transforming it into a 15-unit cottage cluster. The conversation also covers the importance of understanding local regulations, the value of good mentorship, and creative financing strategies. Shona and Kelsey touch on the gender dynamics in real estate development and the importance of community in overcoming challenges. Through Kelsey's personal story and practical advice, listeners gain insights into strategic real estate investment and development.   Connect with: Kelsey LPJ  https://www.instagram.com/rei.odyssey Show Sponsor: She’s Got Assets [https://www.shesgotassetshq.com/]™ Join our Skool group: The Asset Society - Learn how to 2x your rental income with mid-term rentals and get Access to the MTR Essentials course. https://www.skool.com/the-asset-society/about We offer two courses. The MTR Playbook course teaches real estate investors how to set up and fully book their first mid-term rental with great guests so they can 2x your cash flow. We cover the basics from planning and how to set up and furnish your mid-term rental, how to self-manage and get direct bookings to keep more profit, to how to launch your first mid-term rental. The REI Playbook teaches you how to scale your rental portfolio or buy your first investment property, without door knocking or calling, from how to market to find off-market deals to creative REI strategies like owner financing. https://shesgotassets.com/ Join our Facebook group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/shesgotassetsnetwork [https://www.facebook.com/groups/shesgotassetsnetwork]   Tag us on Instagram with a takeaway from this episode. Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesgotassets [https://www.instagram.com/shesgotassets]  #shesgotassets Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@shesgotassets [https://www.youtube.com/@shesgotassets] Connect with host Shona Lepis. Shona Buys Houses https://www.shonabuyshouses.com/ [https://www.shonabuyshouses.com/]   Cedar & Porch Properties | Mid-Term Rentals Portland OR http://cedarandporchproperties.com/ [http://cedarandporchproperties.com/]LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonalepis/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonalepis/]