How we increased RevPAR 30% for Del Carmen Hospitality (Ep 623)
over 1 year agoMiami, FLScore: 82
Summary
This interview with a 10-year veteran of the STR industry in Miami details the challenges of rising rents and increased competition. The host shares the importance of building relationships with landlords in a master lease model, creating financial models, and focusing on operational efficiency. Hosts should consider the insights shared about profit margins, and revenue management strategies, to stay competitive.
Key Insights
- •Competition and lease prices on master-leasing buildings have increased significantly, with leases tripling between 2019 and 2023 in Miami, leading to squeezed margins.
- •The host is happy with a 15-20% net profit margin based off of revenues for mass release in today's market.
Action Items
- ✓If considering a master lease model, build financial models using Excel or Sheets to factor in potential revenue increases over time to ensure profitability.Effort: mediumImpact: high
- ✓Prioritize building strong relationships with landlords when master leasing, as trust and good faith are crucial for navigating challenges.Effort: mediumImpact: high
Tools & Resources
- →Excel/Sheets: The host mentions using Excel or Sheets for financial modeling.
Watch Out For
- ⚠Failing to account for the impact of rising lease costs and increased competition, when master leasing, can lead to squeezed margins and reduced profitability.