The Short Term Rental Guide that Changes Everything

Stop guessing.
Start earning.

The complete step-by-step playbook to starting your short-term rental — built from 5 years of real experience, real numbers, and real mistakes so you don't have to make them.

The Complete Guide to Starting Your Short-Term Rental by Journey to Next Jess
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Bonus includedSupply checklist
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5 yrs
real STR experience
$60k
earned on one property in one year
33 pgs
zero filler, all action

What's inside

Everything you need to
start smart, not sorry.

This isn't passive income fantasy. It's the practical, honest playbook I wish someone had handed me before I spent $30,000 learning the hard way.

Location & Market Research

How to evaluate any market before you commit — demand drivers, free and paid tools, what the data actually means.

The STR Profit Formula

Run your numbers before you sign anything. Gross revenue, platform fees, expenses, and net profit — all laid out clearly with real examples.

Setup & Furnishing

The complete room-by-room supply list, what guests actually care about, and how to make any listing feel like a $300 night stay.

Choosing a Property Manager

The 10 questions to ask, the green flags and red flags, and how to spot a manager who will cost you money versus make you money.

Multi-Platform Strategy

Why Airbnb-only hosts leave money on the table — and how to list on multiple platforms without double-booking nightmares.

Pre-Launch Checklist

11 steps to confirm before you go live — so your first guests have a 5-star experience and your reviews start strong from day one.

A peek inside

Beautifully designed.
Brutally practical.

Every page is built to move you forward — no padding, no filler. Just the frameworks, formulas, and checklists you need to launch with confidence.

STR Guide Cover
Cover
Common Pitfalls page
Common Pitfalls
Calculating Net Profits page
Profit Formula
Platform strategy page
Platform Strategy
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Bonus included with every purchase

The STR Master Budget Tracker

Not just a guide — you also get the complete Excel workbook that does the heavy lifting for you. Pre-loaded with real product links from Amazon and Costco, plus a full operating budget and vendor tracker.

STR Master Budget Tracker spreadsheet
Furnishing List

Room-by-room product list with real items, prices, and direct links to buy on Amazon and Costco.

Operating Budget

Track your fixed and variable expenses monthly so you always know exactly where your money is going.

Vendor Tracker

Keep all your cleaners, handymen, and service contacts organized in one place — ready when you need them.

Pre-loaded Links

Every item is already researched and linked — just click, review, and buy. No hours lost searching.

The tracker alone is worth the price of the guide.
Included free with every purchase — no extra cost.
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Full table of contents

33 pages. No filler.

01About Jess — the real numbers behind the guide
02Why Now? The case for short-term rentals in 2025
03Evaluating Location — Demand Drivers
04Evaluating Location — Free & Paid Tools
05Knowing Your Local Regulations
06How to Do Market Research Like a Pro
07How to Evaluate a Property Manager
0810 Questions to Ask Your Property Manager
09Property Manager Green Flags & Red Flags
10What Platforms Should You List On?
11Channel Management for Self-Managing Hosts
12Your Multi-Channel Strategy
13Calculating Net Profits — The Full Formula
14Common Pitfalls & How to Avoid Them
15Must-Have Items Guests Love
16Complete Supply List (room by room)
17Your Pre-Launch Action Checklist

Meet your guide

I made $60k on one property.
Lost $30k on another.

The difference wasn't luck or location. It was preparation, planning, and knowing my numbers before I spent a single dollar. I created the resource I never had — so you can start smarter than I did.

The Complete STR Guide by Jess
"I spent five years learning what works through real trial and error."

I built these tools so you can start smarter, spend less, and build faster than I did. This guide is everything I know, packed into 33 honest, practical pages — nothing held back.

5+
years hosting
$60k
top year, one property

What hosts are saying

They started exactly where you are.

★★★★★
"The profit formula alone saved me from buying in the wrong market. I went into my first STR with my eyes wide open."
SARAH K.
First-time host · Phoenix AZ
★★★★★
"The property manager section is worth 10x the price. I used the 10 questions and immediately weeded out two shady companies."
MARCUS T.
Host · Scottsdale AZ
★★★★★
"Jess doesn't sugarcoat anything. She tells you what can go wrong and exactly how to prevent it. This is what the STR world needed."
BRITTNEY R.
Host · Nashville TN

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The Complete STR Setup Guide
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The Complete Guide to Starting Your Short-Term Rental
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Includes the STR Master Budget Tracker — free

  • 33-page step-by-step PDF guide
  • Complete room-by-room supply checklist
  • The STR Profit Formula with real scenarios
  • 10 questions to ask any property manager
  • 11-step pre-launch checklist
  • Instant download after purchase
  • BONUS: STR Master Budget Tracker (Excel) — pre-loaded with product links from Amazon & Costco
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Got questions?

Answered.

Is this for someone who has never done an Airbnb before?
Yes — this guide was built specifically for first-time hosts. It starts from scratch and walks you through every decision in order so you don't need any prior experience.
What format does it come in?
It's a beautifully designed PDF — 33 pages, fully formatted, readable on any device. You can annotate it digitally or print it out.
What if I already have a property in mind?
Even better. Use the market research and profit formula sections to validate your decision before you commit. The guide tells you exactly what to look for and what red flags to watch out for.
What's the difference between this and the Master Budget Tracker?
This guide gives you the knowledge and framework. The Master Budget Tracker is the spreadsheet that lets you run your actual numbers. They're designed to work together — the guide tells you what to calculate, the tracker does the math.
Does this work outside the US?
The core frameworks — market research, profit formula, setup, and platform strategy — apply globally. Regulation specifics vary by country and the guide covers how to research your local rules wherever you are.
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The hosts who win
are the ones who prepare.

You're already closer than you think. This guide gives you the map. You just have to decide to start.

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