Airbnb Burnout? The MTR Strategy Every STR Host Needs (146)

Are you running a successful Airbnb or short-term rental business… but feeling the burnout from endless turnovers, guest messaging, and unpredictable income? You’re not alone. In this episode, we sit down with the founders of Thanks for Visiting, Sarah Karakaian & Annette Grant, who are seasoned STR operators and educators. We talk about how they’ve integrated mid-term rentals (MTRs) into their business strategy.

We cover:
Why experienced STR hosts are adding MTRs
How hybrid hosting stabilizes revenue and reduces stress
The systems and mindset shifts that make furnished rentals sustainable
Tips for maximizing profit while avoiding host burnout

If you’re serious about building a smarter, more profitable hosting business, this conversation will change the way you think about STRs and MTRs. Subscribe for more insights from top operators.

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⏱️ Episode Timestamps:
0:00 Welcome to The Landlord Diaries
2:25 How Sarah and Annette met and built TFV
4:20 What made two STR pros explore MTRs
6:40 Why STR burnout is real and what to do about it
8:40 Resourcefulness is your #1 business tool
9:35 Real-life STR/MTR hybrid strategy success stories
11:35 Pro tip: Give yourself time to find the right MTR guest
13:00 When midterm makes more sense than short term
15:05 How they were already MTR-ready without knowing it
17:00 Can glamping work for monthly stays?
18:00 Matching property type to market demand
19:50 When a property doesn't work for MTR
23:40 Why MTRs are perfect for winter slowdowns
25:45 Listing Audit Bootcamp sneak peek
29:35 How to price midterm rentals effectively
33:20 Where Furnished Finder fits in a hybrid strategy
35:50 How MTRs helped reduce burnout and increase freedom
38:25 Smart calendar management for STR/MTR combos
40:15 No booking fees and full control with Furnished Finder
41:10 Why MTRs are part of the future of furnished rentals
42:45 Most unique midterm guest stories
45:20 Best business advice for scaling without burnout

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