The Coast Host

Episode 12: 5 Favorite Rental DIYs (w/guest Lauren Skeldon)

In this episode of The Coast Host, Guest Lauren Skeldon from Girl’s Guide to Home DIY tells her too 5 easy “Do It Yourself” or DIY tips for rental properties. These tips help both the owner and guests love their rental experience. To Lauren, as a guest, I want my Airbnb to look updated, look clean, and be comfortable/easy to feel at home - Cosmetic Makeovers: kitchen/bath. Paint the cabinets, update the hardware, update the lighting/faucet if you feel up to it, add a backsplash. - Lighting fixture updates - Entryway bench/hooks. Get rid of the coat closet. - Touch ups —missing caulk, paint scratches, dirty caulk in the bathroom , clean the grout, upgrade door knobs or switch plates - Smart upgrades: smart lock, smart outlets, smart thermostat, smart security system —most you just need a screwdriver and to be able to follow instructions Best advice: stick with what your comfortable with and know your limits. If you’re comfortable with electrical/plumbing, go for it. But if not, a rental property isn’t the place to try it. I change out my own lights all the time but often call electricians if there’s issues with my rental properties To contact Lauren or see her DIY tips, follow her at: @girlsguidetohomediy on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Pinterest Or check out her blog page at http://Agirlsguidetohomediy.com Follow The Coast Host on Instagram @thecoast.host or Facebook The Coast Host and like, subscribe and listen to the weekly podcast The Coast Host on apple, Spotify and google.

Episode 11: Benefits of buying multi-unit complex (w/ guest John Papaloni)

Hear some expert advise on purchasing multiple units for rental income instead of single-family homes from expert John Papaloni, a Name You Can Trust to Help Families Build Generational Wealth Through Real Estate Investing.

Episode 10: What I Learned from Buying Fixer-Uppers

Tune in to hear: - lessons learned over the years - check list items before purchasing - red flags to beware of

Episode 9: My 5 Favorite Rental Must-haves

If you own a short-term rental, full-furnished long-term rental, or a vacation rental, I always have a list of maybe no-so-common items that make the guests happier and your life easier as a host/owner. Here’s a few of my favs: 1. Smart Locks: Wyze Lock Bolt, Schlage Smart Deadbolt, Schlage Smart Handle Lock 2. Tool Box: Amazon under $50 3. Chargers: Various types for iphones, android & USB-C 4. Night Lights: automatic sensor included. Vont brand on amazon (plugs in to outlet), Wyze rechargeable to place anywhere on a wall (no outlet needed) 5. Black-out curtains: Groupon under $35, Amazon Eclipse Brand 2 panels $35 Other nice to haves: - Swiffer & hand-held vacuum - Hooks to hang towels & wet items: Command brand brushed nickel metal hooks ~$20 - Hair dryer - Luggage Rack - Notepads & pens Don't forget to check out my Instagram at Thecoast.host and Facebook at The Coast Host. You can also contact me via email at thecoasthost@mail.com.

Episode 8: Talking to a Vacation Rental guest - Host to Guest Q&A

Today we have a guest! She’s also a guest of several different vacation rentals platforms. We are going to hear straight from her on her favorite parts of a hosted vacation rental experience! Mindy is a Michigan Lifestyle Blogger. She loves to blog about affordable fashion, fashion over 40, TRAVEL, home decor, DIY projects to make you look like Martha Stewart, family life, running and my love for champagne!! Join us today for some more hosting fun! https://www.instagram.com/m_is_for_mindy/ https://www.facebook.com/MisforMindy Blog: https://misformindy.com