Profits in Paradise

Expert Investor Secrets for Finding, Negotiating & Winning with Vacation Rentals & Airbnb

De: Paul Aker

Narrado por: Erik Kruger

Ready to make a bundle in the vacation spot you love? Whether you own a short-term rental or you’re thinking about buying one, you need the expert secrets for success found within the chapters of Profits in Paradise.

This book cuts a path through the maze of questions and costly errors so common for many vacation rental investors.

The financial stakes could hardly be higher. “Short-Term Rentals Prove to Be Investment Gold,” according to Realtor Magazine.

Author Paul Aker reveals key investing and operational secrets that seasoned short-term rental operators would rather you did not know. As a Realtor, (inactive) lawyer, investor, association president and award-winning investigative journalist, Aker knows the obstacles, issues and solutions that will help you.

In this book you will discover:·

• What the passive income tradeoff is - and whether it makes sense for you
• How to size up the right property to optimize returns
• The inside scoop on when to bargain hunt and when to pay top dollar
• How to gain the confidence to pull the trigger and buy
• How to operate a vacation rental using listing platforms, such as Airbnb and Vrbo
• How to diversify your marketing channels to maximize profits
• How to spot hidden issues before they cost you a bundle
• How to find the right Realtor for this type of transaction

Why bother learning all of this? Not just because it can help put dollars in your bank account, but because it will keep you from the frustrating and costly surprises that less prepared investor face.

Smart buying combined with quality management and a sterling online reputation turns these properties into profit mills that churn out bundles of cash.

Plus, these properties historically appreciate. A single-family home appreciated by 39 percent over a 10-year period between1 989 and 2019 on average, according to the National Association of Realtors.

©2021 Paul Aker (P)2022 Paul Aker

Unlocking Success in Vacation Rental Investments

"Profits in Paradise" offers practical insights for vacation rental investors, providing guidance to navigate the challenges of this lucrative market. The guide is suitable for both seasoned operators and newcomers, covering key topics such as understanding passive income tradeoffs, property selection strategies, and making informed investment decisions. Focusing on practical aspects like bargaining strategies, property management through platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo, and diversifying marketing channels, the book delivers actionable advice. Emphasizing the importance of preventing costly surprises, it guides readers on spotting hidden issues and selecting the right Realtor. This is a straightforward resource for investors aiming to thrive in the competitive vacation rental industry, offering practical advice to turn investments into consistent profit generators.

Profits in paradise review

The author of this book thought of everything!! Very good information For anyone wanting to invest in real estate and also very helpful for anyone wanting to get into the short or long term rental business. Thank you Paul!!!

Answers All Your Questions!

This informative book is extremely comprehensive regarding purchasing a vacation home that you might want to use as a vacation rental. From beginning your search to realizing your profit, this book covers all the bases. I was particularly happy to find that the information and principles will work in any area where people might like to vacation. I would recommend this read to anyone I know who likes to vacation in the same place year after year; it would behoove them to read/listen to this book!