From Boating Arbitrage to Financial Freedom through Short-Term Rentals with Jeremy Werden - Episode #274

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Welcome to the lab, and today we delve into the realm of short-term rentals and entrepreneurial success with our esteemed guest, Jeremy Werden, Co-Founder of BNBCalc and Host of the Short-Term-Rental Pros Podcast.

Join us as Jeremy takes us on a riveting journey from his humble beginnings as a first-time short-term rental investor to now overseeing a thriving portfolio of 25 Airbnb listings and 7 boats, generating over $1,000,000 in revenue annually.

In this captivating episode, Jeremy shares his remarkable story of building a successful business with minimal startup capital and documenting his journey to financial freedom, amassing a dedicated social media following of over 200,000 enthusiasts along the way.

Jeremy discusses how he navigated the challenges of the pandemic, seizing control of his life and career, and finding innovative ways to test the viability of his ventures before investing. He reveals the secrets behind the success of his summer boat rental venture and his experiences with co-hosting and arbitrage during turbulent times.

Drawing from his expertise in buying and renting properties, Jeremy provides invaluable insights into the profitability and demand for short-term rentals, highlighting them as a pathway to financial independence and generational wealth. He explores emerging trends in the real estate market, including the "silver tsunami" of opportunities and Japan's rise as a global economic leader.

Furthermore, Jeremy shares his entrepreneurial journey in creating BNBCalc, a groundbreaking web application for short-term rental investors, and discusses the transformative power of demographic shifts and business strategies in today's dynamic landscape.

If you're seeking inspiration to take control of your career, explore the lucrative world of short-term rentals, or tap into emerging opportunities in the real estate market, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in now as Jeremy Werden shares his wisdom, experience, and actionable strategies for success in the ever-evolving realm of entrepreneurship and real estate investing!

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE EPISODE:

10:25 Jeremy talks about why you should test the viability of a business before investing

39:47 Jeremy talks about how he created a web app for commercial loans

KEEPING IT REAL:

05:01 Taking control of life and career during the pandemic

10:00 Testing the viability of a business before investing

15:01 The success of a summer boat rental venture

20:00 Co-hosting and arbitrage during the pandemic

25:01 Experience with buying and renting properties

30:02 The profitability and demand for short-term rentals

35:01 The "silver tsunami" of real estate opportunities

40:03 The journey of creating a successful web application for commercial loans

45:00 Opportunities and trends in the short-term rental and real estate market

50:02 Business strategies and demographic shifts

55:02 Japan's rise as a leader in the global economy

01:00:01 Insights from The Economist and Morning Brew discussing success and change

01:03:25 We are OUT!

CONNECT WITH THE GUEST

Website: https://www.bnbcalc.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmwerden/

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