The Biggest Threat To Short Term Rentals w/ John Hildebrand

Bill sits down with John Hildebrand, an expert in short-term rentals and an advocate with extensive experience in managing and co-hosting properties. They dive into pressing regulation issues in Scottsdale, discussing capacity constraints and advocacy efforts, including the formation of the Arizona for Responsible Tourism organization. John shares his journey, including his history in photography and his passion for building and renovating homes. They talk about the challenges of finding the right partners and properties in a saturated market and the importance of innovative revenue management. Both emphasize the value of personal connection, honesty, and the importance of a supportive community in the short-term rental industry. John outlines his future goals of expanding his property portfolio and potentially buying land in mountain regions like Flagstaff. They also discuss the significance of adopting advanced technology and VAs in managing properties efficiently. Bill and John conclude by encouraging new hosts to find their tribe, embrace honest communication, and never hesitate to seek help from the community. stayfi.com/bill Discount code: BILL https://www.marketmystr.com/ 00:00 Introduction to Bill Faeth Unfiltered 00:14 Revolutionary Product: StayFi 01:47 Special Guest: John Hildebrand 02:13 Scottsdale Regulations and Advocacy 03:48 The Importance of Statewide Advocacy 04:56 John's Journey into Advocacy 06:15 Building Arizona for Responsible Tourism 07:26 Challenges and Successes in Advocacy 11:42 Transition to Hilled Homes 11:51 John's Business and Property Management 16:58 Optimizing Property Performance 18:56 Tech Stack and Time Management 21:00 Planning the Ski Season 21:14 Backcountry Adventures and Mastermind Meetings 22:18 Importance of Systems and VAs 22:44 Balancing Business and Personal Life 23:36 Airbnb Ambassador Journey 25:03 Coaching and Mentorship 26:19 Real Estate and Personal Background 27:09 Super Skills and Weaknesses 28:32 Biggest Risks in the Industry 29:29 Future Plans and Investments 31:57 Revenue Management and Competition 35:05 Communication and Accountability 37:27 Finding Your Tribe and Networking 38:36 Overcoming Inferiority Complex 41:32 Conclusion and Final Thoughts ➡️ Connect with us: • Join Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284886002732508  • Check Out Our website: https://buildstrwealth.com/  • Bill’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73 • Brea’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breafaeth/  • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfaeth  On Bill Faeth Unfiltered, Bill Faeth breaks down the ins and outs of short-term rental hosting, giving listeners actionable advice that they can use to take their businesses to the next level. Subscribe/Follow so you never miss an episode! #BFUnfiltered #BillFaeth #STR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices