Episode 12

Managing Short-Term Rentals through the New COVID Economy

About this episode

The pandemic-fuelled economic crisis has clobbered almost every industry and the short-term rental property space is no exception. However, even if things seem dire, it is reassuring to know there is no shortage of ways you can effectively manage short-term rentals even during these unprecedented times.

Jered and Carla DaCosta are the owners of DaCosta Real Estate Investments, an investment company dedicated to buying high-quality short-term rentals. In March of 2019, the couple relocated to Jacksonville, Florida, and continued building their real estate portfolio there.

In this episode, you’ll hear how Jered and Carla manage their short-term rentals through the new COVID economy—how they find deals, what they take into account when looking for deals, and their thoughts on urban markets and short-term rentals, among others. Plenty of beneficial wisdom and insights relevant in today's challenging times, so don’t miss it!

    What they did post-West Point and how they got into real estate

What their goals and plans were when they moved to Jacksonville

How they approached a deal when the COVID-19 pandemic kicked in

Their thoughts on short-term rentals and the urban markets

What they take into consideration when looking for deals

The monthly cash flow they’re targeting for a typical unit

How they’re currently finding deals

The best piece of advice they’d give to those who would like to do what they’re doing

The best way for people to get in touch with them

Links

MLS - http://www.mls.com

Zillow - https://www.zillow.com

RedFin - https://www.redfin.com

HGTV - https://www.hgtv.com

Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki - https://www.amazon.com/Rich-Dad-Poor-Teach-Middle-ebook/dp/B0175P82RA