From 0 to 300 Airbnbs : How He Built a STR Property Management Company - STR Like The Best #61
Summary
Michael Chang interviews JJ King of Beachside VR, discussing his journey from arbitrage in NYC to building a large STR property management company focused on coastal Florida, highlighting the importance of focusing on a core market and the power of realtor referrals for growth. The conversation also covers market trends and challenges related to wind insurance, tax implications, and the transition to the space coast area.
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