Short-Term Rentals for Beginners

If you’re ready to purchase your first property or are just getting started in the short-term rental industry, this course is the perfect place to begin. You’ll learn everything you need to launch your STR business—from securing the right mortgage and choosing a profitable property to setting up your business structure, managing taxes and insurance, furnishing and staging, creating compelling listings, and running smooth day-to-day operations.

* Includes sample worksheets, checklists and other reference materials.

** Unlimited access to watch and rewatch videos.

Course Outline

  1. INTRO

    1 lesson
    1. Introduction to Short-term Rentals
  2. Buying a Home

    4 lessons
    1. Mortgages & Financing
    2. Searching for Homes & Selecting the Right Property
    3. Profitability Analysis
    4. Property Damage & Liability Insurance
  3. Business Setup

    3 lessons
    1. Business Structure & Registration
    2. Leveraging Partnerships
    3. Accounting & Tax Tips
  4. Go-Live

    5 lessons
    1. Go-Live Overview
    2. Furnishing & Staging
    3. Selecting Service Providers
    4. Rental Listing Setup
    5. Day-to-Day Operations