Building Your Buying Team in the Pocono Mountains (Financing, The Contract Process, Set Up)

In this episode, Avery Carl and Trysten Hunt walk through how to build the right buying and operations team for a short-term rental in the Pocono Mountains. They break down why choosing a true short-term-rental–focused agent and lender is critical in a market with highly localized regulations, HOAs, and financing nuances. The conversation also covers common pitfalls during the contract and inspection process, emphasizing the importance of asking the right questions around septic systems, wells, access, and inspections. The episode wraps by outlining the key post-purchase team members—especially cleaners, handymen, and photographers—who ultimately determine the success of a Poconos STR.

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Chapters

• (00:00:00) - How To Find Your Buying Team
• (00:00:33) - The Secret to a Profitable Short Term Rentation
• (00:01:05) - How to Find a Real Estate Agent for Short Term Rentals
• (00:05:13) - Real Estate Tips for Short Term Rentals
• (00:11:20) - How To Underwrite a Short Term Rental Deal in the P
• (00:14:51) - Home Inspectors: Do You Need A Home Inspector?
• (00:17:54) - Do You Need a Separate Inspection For Septic?
• (00:23:37) - Three Pieces of the Poconos Real Estate Team
• (00:26:58) - Short Term Rentals: The Poconos