My #1 Midterm Rental Site for Finding Tenants (Including Nurses)
Summary
This video provides a data-backed analysis of the most effective platforms for sourcing mid-term rental (MTR) tenants. The host, Erin Spradlin, reveals that Airbnb is her number one source, accounting for 70% of her last ten bookings. She breaks down her 92% occupancy rate and 35-45% revenue premium over long-term rentals, attributing this success to a multi-platform marketing strategy that also includes Zillow, Facebook Marketplace, and Furnished Finder. The key takeaway is to diversify your listings across several platforms, with a strong emphasis on Airbnb for capturing the growing MTR market.
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