922: Invest in Short Term Rentals, Become An Airbnb Pro And Enjoy Passive Income with Jeremy Werden
In recent years, investing in vacation properties, boat rental businesses, and private equity has become an increasingly popular way for investors to diversify their portfolios and generate passive income. With the rise of the sharing economy and the growth of digital platforms, more people than ever before are gaining access to these investment opportunities.
Jeremy Werden is a 26-year-old full-time Airbnb investor, Founder of INVESTSTR, and the Founder of BNBCalc, a software product he created to help other short-term rental investors analyze properties and maximize their profits. After graduating college in 2019, Jeremy started a boat rental business and quickly expanded into Airbnb property management. Today, Jeremy shares his entrepreneurial journey and the strategies he uses to manage multiple businesses, including hiring virtual assistants and focusing on automation.
Quotes
“I live the life I want to live. I can choose to do new things or not. I have a lot of freedom, and obviously, there are pros and cons to everything in life.” - Jeremy Werden
“Being true to yourself is very important. It's a high-level concept, but it boils down to knowing who you are and being cognizant of your own strengths and weaknesses.” - Jeremy Werden
“Hard work beats talent when talent fails to work hard. Being smart or gifted at something gives you an advantage, but if you don't go through the process and put in the hours, you're just not going to be successful.” - Jeremy Werden
Takeaways
01:49 Diversifying your income streams and exploring multiple business opportunities can provide financial security and freedom.
05:47 Automating repetitive tasks and delegating responsibilities to a team allows entrepreneurs to focus on high-impact activities.
12:49 Understanding your strengths, weaknesses, and communication style is crucial for effective leadership and team management.
21:11 Approaching a new business venture with a structured, step-by-step strategy can make the process more manageable and increase the chances of success.
27:14 Preparation and hard work are essential for success, regardless of natural talent or abilities.
Resources
- BNBCalc: Reveal your property's rental profitability.
- InvestSTR: Invest in Short-Term Rentals
- Jeremy Werden on YouTube
- Jeremy Werden on LinkedIn
- Jeremy Werden on Instagram
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Filed in: Archive 4: 2020-2023 • Interview • Podcast