From living in parents basement to full-time Airbnb host w/ MiLo Chan
Summary
In this episode of Short-Term Rental Success Stories, MiLo Chan shares his journey from living in his parents' basement to becoming a full-time Airbnb host with five properties. He discusses his strategies for dynamic pricing, leveraging his location near a convention center, and navigating Chicago's strict short-term rental regulations.
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