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Video guides and articles from James Svetec
Analyzing Investment Properties for Airbnb: A Step-by-Step Guide
Before buying an Airbnb investment property, you need the right analysis tools. This blog video walks through how to project income reliably using AirDNA data, occupancy rates, and conservative ROI modeling — so you never overpay for a deal.
May 20, 2021 · 8 min read
Buy an Airbnb Property With No Money Down in 2026
Owning an Airbnb property without a down payment sounds impossible — but the money partner strategy makes it real. This blog video breaks down exactly how to structure a no-money-down STR deal and build equity from day one.
May 18, 2021 · 9 min read
258% ROI on a Vacation Rental: Full Blog Video Breakdown
A six-bedroom cottage purchased $100,000 below asking price, a low-interest renovation loan, and smart STR optimization strategies — together they project a 258% ROI in year one. Here's exactly how the numbers stack up.
May 13, 2021 · 9 min read
Why Now Is the Best Time to Start Managing Airbnbs
Managing other people's Airbnbs has never had more tailwinds behind it. This blog video breaks down the specific market conditions that make 2026 a prime time to start a co-hosting business — and which property types are seeing the biggest demand.
May 11, 2021 · 7 min read
Which Properties Perform Best on Airbnb in 2026
Not all Airbnb properties are created equal. The ones that consistently outperform come down to one thing: how well they serve their ideal guest. Here's how to identify that guest and set up your property to dominate its market.
May 6, 2021 · 8 min read
Buying vs Renting vs Managing on Airbnb: Which Model Wins in 2026
Not sure whether to buy a short-term rental property, try rental arbitrage, or manage other people's Airbnbs for a fee? This breakdown covers the pros, cons, and ideal starting point for each model in 2026.
May 4, 2021 · 8 min read
258% ROI on a Vacation Rental: How This Deal Was Structured
A 258% ROI on a short-term rental sounds too good to be true — but this blog video breaks down the exact deal structure, the three return streams, and why conservative projections still produce extraordinary results.
April 29, 2021 · 8 min read
How to Analyze Properties for Short-Term Rental (2026)
Analyzing a property for short-term rental is the difference between a profitable investment and an expensive mistake. This guide covers the exact framework for running conservative, data-driven projections — whether you're buying, co-hosting, or doing rental arbitrage.
April 27, 2021 · 9 min read
My First STR Investment Property: 278% ROI Breakdown
James Svetec shares his first short-term rental investment property purchase in Canadian cottage country — including how he bought it $100K under asking, projected $50K–$70K in gross annual income, and targeted a 278% return on investment.
April 22, 2021 · 7 min read
Service Business vs Product Business: Which Is Better?
Choosing between a service business and a product business is one of the most important decisions an aspiring entrepreneur can make. This blog video breaks down capital requirements, skill flexibility, recurring income, and scalability to help you decide.
April 20, 2021 · 6 min read
The Compounding Effect in Airbnb Management: Blog Video
Most new Airbnb co-hosts expect linear growth. But there's a compounding effect built into property management that makes month four far more productive than month one — without any extra effort. Here's how it works.
April 15, 2021 · 8 min read
Top Under-the-Radar Airbnb Management Niches in 2026
Not every profitable Airbnb management niche is obvious. This blog video breaks down the most underserved property niches — from national park areas to cottage country — where co-hosting businesses are thriving right now.
April 13, 2021 · 8 min read