2022 Mid Year update: What worked in past won’t work in future
Summary
Richard discusses the state of the economy and how it's affecting the STR market, particularly the rising interest rates, and how this might affect both the price and demand of STRs. He emphasizes the importance of unique locations and unique values to command higher prices, while also recommending hosts sell off their underperforming properties to stay afloat during this uncertain time.
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