In this episode, Bri West joins Jonathan to explore what really drives performance in short-term rental investing. She shares how design, strategy, and guest experience all play a role in long-term profitability.
Bri dives into why many investors underestimate the impact of thoughtful design and how smart planning can help properties stay competitive as markets become more crowded. She also explains how niche strategies can succeed when backed by clear data and scenario analysis.
The conversation wraps with practical insights on optimizing layouts and amenities, showing how small decisions can dramatically influence booking behavior and overall returns.
In this episode, you will hear:
- Why design should be treated as an investment in short-term rentals
- How to use data to validate niche rental strategies
- What occupancy and ADR reveal about profitability
- Why guest experience starts with layout decisions
- How to design properties for long-term performance
Listen the episode here → zenandtheartofrealestateinvesting.com/podcast/314/