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Video guides and articles from James Svetec
Buying Airbnbs in a Competitive Market: 2026 Guide
Hot real estate markets don't have to sideline STR investors. Learn the two strategies — rigorous property analysis and off-market deal sourcing — that serious Airbnb investors use to buy profitably even when prices are climbing.
July 1, 2021 · 8 min read
Make $1K/Month Managing One Airbnb: Co-Hosting Guide
Managing one Airbnb property could generate $1,000 per month — without buying, renting, or furnishing anything. Here's how the co-hosting management fee model works and which properties to target first.
June 29, 2021 · 7 min read
Airbnb Design & Setup Tips for Maximum ROI in 2026
The right Airbnb design and setup choices can mean the difference between a vacant property and a fully booked one. Learn how to allocate your furnishing budget strategically for maximum return on investment.
June 24, 2021 · 8 min read
How to Own an Airbnb for Free Using the BRRRR Strategy
Owning an Airbnb property with zero dollars tied up sounds impossible — but the BRRRR strategy makes it real. This blog video walks through the exact numbers: buy, renovate, refinance, and pull your entire investment back out while keeping the cash-flowing property.
June 22, 2021 · 7 min read
Top Airbnb Markets to Target in 2026: Cottage Country Opportunity
Cottage country and rural vacation markets are generating extraordinary Airbnb revenue in 2026 — sometimes 4-5x what the same property earns on long-term rental. Here's why these markets are a massive opportunity for both investors and co-hosts.
June 17, 2021 · 7 min read
Cash Flowing $3,500/Month with ONE Airbnb Property
One Airbnb property. $520,000 purchase price. $43,000 in annual cash flow — that's roughly $3,583 every single month. This blog video breaks down the exact numbers behind a real cottage country STR investment.
June 15, 2021 · 8 min read
5 Things You Must Know to Invest in Airbnbs Profitably
Before you buy a single short-term rental property, there are five things every investor needs to know. This blog video breaks down the exact strategies behind properties generating $100K+ per year — including how to find undervalued deals, run the numbers, and launch effectively.
June 10, 2021 · 8 min read
$35K in 48 Hours: Airbnb Listing Launch Strategy
Generating $35,366 in bookings within 48 hours of launching an Airbnb listing sounds impossible — until you understand how the algorithm actually works. Here are the four steps that made it happen.
June 8, 2021 · 7 min read
Why Airbnb Vacation Rental Sales Are Skyrocketing in 2026
Vacation rental sales are booming, and there are clear reasons why. This blog video breaks down the forces driving Airbnb investment demand in 2026 and what it means for hosts, investors, and co-hosts looking to get in.
June 3, 2021 · 6 min read
Big Vacation Rental Travel Trend for 2026: Where to Invest
Recreation-focused travel is reshaping the short-term rental market. Discover which property types and locations are generating the strongest returns in 2026 — and how to position yourself to profit as either an investor or co-host.
June 1, 2021 · 8 min read
Why People Are Flocking to Airbnbs in 2026
Airbnb demand isn't slowing down — it's shifting. This blog video breaks down why guests and investors are flocking to short-term rentals in 2026, and which markets are seeing the biggest revenue spikes.
May 27, 2021 · 4 min read
Cash Flowing $1,500/Month With One Airbnb: How It Works
One Airbnb property generating $1,500/month in cash flow sounds ambitious — but it's entirely possible with the right deal and the right market strategy. This blog video breaks down exactly how it's done.
May 25, 2021 · 8 min read