{"podcast":{"title":"The STR Sisterhood","slug":"the-str-sisterhood-5796781","podcast_index_feed_id":5796781,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-str-sisterhood/","website_url":"https://staceystjohn.com/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/980d6a48-fbe3-44fb-a1f4-f8c0714e3fc1/the-str-sisterhood-cover-art.jpg","author":"Stacey St. John","episode_count":185,"summary":"Whether you’re brand new to Airbnb or an experienced Superhost, you’re giving yourself the gift of financial freedom and FUN when you enter the short-term rental space. If there’s anyone who knows this, it’s Stacey St. John. She built a 7-figure STR portfolio in less than two years and was able to leave her W2 thanks to the earnings from her properties. Today, she’s living the life she was always meant to live – on her terms. And on her new podcast, The STR Sisterhood, she’s sharing how you can, too! On this show, it’s all about you and your short-term rental journey. You’ll hear actionable advice from industry experts as well as inspiring stories from real women about their experiences, achievements, frustrations, and challenges…and how they’ve managed to turn their short-term rental dreams into reality. If you’re an ambitious woman who’s looking to have a 5-star Airbnb business on your hands without having to sacrifice the things you love, then tune in every week for all the goodness!","last_synced_at":"2026-06-16T14:17:47.351647+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-str-sisterhood-5796781"},"episode":{"title":"The Rentalpreneur Advantage: Competing with the Giants with Phil Kennard","slug":"the-rentalpreneur-advantage-competing-with-the-giants-with-phil-kennard","published_at":"2026-03-24T04:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-str-sisterhood-5796781/the-rentalpreneur-advantage-competing-with-the-giants-with-phil-kennard","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-str-sisterhood-5796781","url":"https://staceystjohn.com/","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3d50e981-1350-43d3-a36a-3aed2120d389.mp3","summary":"Most people think they need a huge portfolio to win; Phil Kennard is here to prove that \"rentalpreneurs\" with just a few properties can actually outperform the giants. In this episode, I’m joined by Phil Kennard, the founder and CEO of Futurestay. Phil’s journey started with a tiny loft in Greenwich Village and a realization: a handful of strategic bookings could cover an entire mortgage. That sparked a mission to build a platform for hosts who treat short-term rentals as an investment, not a second full-time job. We talk about: How technology and community-driven education have shifted the power from legacy managers to everyday independent hosts Why income isn’t distributed evenly in any market, and how to get your property into the top tier of performers Why great photos aren't enough, and how strategic positioning and thoughtful policies drive real RevPAR A deep dive into a new tool we developed together that tracks how cleaning standards and fees directly impact your bottom line Futurestay’s mission to provide smaller operators with the infrastructure, like direct booking and Google Vacation Rentals, to grow on their own terms But this isn't just about software. It’s about taking back control. Phil pulls back the curtain on how solo hosts can leverage systems and the right partners to thrive despite constant platform changes. You’ll hear why operations and guest satisfaction are your non-negotiables, and how focusing on \"cleanliness sentiment\" can save your reviews and your revenue. If you’ve ever felt intimidated by the \"big players\" in your area, this conversation will give you the confidence to compete. Get ready to stop worrying about the competition and start building a business that works for you. HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY POINTS: [01:20] A short introduction about…","meta_description":"Most people think they need a huge portfolio to win; Phil Kennard is here to prove that \"rentalpreneurs\" with just a few properties can actually outperfor…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3258,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-str-sisterhood-5796781/episodes/the-rentalpreneur-advantage-competing-with-the-giants-with-phil-kennard/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-str-sisterhood-5796781/the-rentalpreneur-advantage-competing-with-the-giants-with-phil-kennard.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}