Joining us in this episode of Living Off Rentals is a data-driven interior designer who specializes in transforming vacation rentals into profit powerhouses.

Erica Dike is a real estate investor who owns short-term rentals and also manages short-term rentals for others. She combines her background in both business analysis and design to create a proven formula that maximizes ROI through strategic design.

Listen as she shares her expertise in this field and her tips on how to increase bookings during the low season. Enjoy the show!

Key Takeaways:

[00:00] Introducing Erica Dike and her background

[07:36] What is a data-driven design?

[13:19] Designing for value and creating a unique experience

[17:16] Recommended budget for design

[25:38] Recommended time from purchase to set-up

[31:48] Clients Erica worked with

[39:51] Factors that impact booking

[44:14] Design consultation with Erica

[50:40] Connect with Erica Dike

Guest Links:

Website: https://www.ericaooh.com/

Show Links:

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Living Off Rentals Facebook Group – facebook.com/groups/livingoffrentals

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Joining us for today's episode of Living Off Rentals is someone who has been in digital marketing for over ten years, but with the heart of a real estate investor.

Alvaro Berrios wanted to work in the real estate space straight out of college, but when he graduated in 2010, the housing market was terrible.

After working in the digital marketing space since college, he decided to take the plunge last year into high cash flowing short-term rentals.

He joined the First Vacation Rental Investment Blueprint program and invested in his first property which was extremely budget friendly AND produces over $2,000/month of net cash flow!

Listen as he explains how he found this deal, as well as his advice for investors who are looking for a super high cash cash-flowing short-term rental. Enjoy the show!

Key Takeaways:

[00:00] Introducing Alvaro Berrios and his background

[04:49] What does the first property deal look like?

[13:47] Alvaro's Vacation Rental Analyzer Spreadsheet

[20:59] The misconception of investing in short-term rentals

[25:08] Financing a Property

[40:51] Alvaro's advice for first-time investors

[43:58] Connect with Alvaro Berrios

Guest Links:

Website: https://alvaroberrios.com/

Alvaro’s Listings:

The Enchanting Duplex: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1152876805867150691

The Mediterranean Oasis: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1137786685570433653

The Great Lakes Hideaway: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1137676781825775364

Show Links:

Living Off Rentals YouTube Channel – youtube.com/c/LivingOffRentals

Living Off Rentals YouTube Podcast Channel - youtube.com/c/LivingOffRentalsPodcast

Living Off Rentals Facebook Group – facebook.com/groups/livingoffrentals

Living Off Rentals Website – https://www.livingoffrentals.com/

Living Off Rentals Instagram – instagram.com/livingoffrentals

Living Off Rentals TikTok – tiktok.com/@livingoffrentals

Joining us in this episode is someone who has been a real estate investor for two decades, and is an expert in dealing with house “squatters,” which is an issue that has become prevalent in recent years.

George McCleary is a Squatter and Title Theft Expert who posted a video called "I Stole a House," which exposes how effortless it can be to have a house “stolen” or taken over by squatters. This video really resonated with the public, and received millions of views on social media.

In this episode of Living Off Rentals, George talks about the squatting epidemic that America faces today, and how you can protect yourself and your property.

Tune in to learn how to deal with squatters. Enjoy the show!

Key Takeaways:

[00:00] Introducing George McLeary and his background

[03:29] The Prevalence of Squatting

[07:55] Methods to drive away squatters

[15:23] If the guest decides to be a squatter

[17:45] Squatter Defender Course

[21:21] First few steps to handle squatters

[27:11] Deed Fraud vs Squatting

[32:00] Title Fraud Prevention

[43:34] Special Promotion for George's Online Course

Special Links:

www.squatterdefender.com - $199 online course

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This code will give you a 20% discount on all products. George McLeary is working on an affiliate program. Stay tuned for that!

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Show Links:

Living Off Rentals YouTube Channel – youtube.com/c/LivingOffRentals

Living Off Rentals YouTube Podcast Channel - youtube.com/c/LivingOffRentalsPodcast

Living Off Rentals Facebook Group – facebook.com/groups/livingoffrentals

Living Off Rentals Website – https://www.livingoffrentals.com/

Living Off Rentals Instagram – instagram.com/livingoffrentals

Living Off Rentals TikTok – tiktok.com/@livingoffrentals