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Alex reveals exactly how he would rebuild from scratch if he woke up tomorrow with nothing but £500 in his bank account. No clients, no brand, no systems, no properties—just a laptop, a phone, and the determination to make it work.

He breaks down the “Connector Model” step by step, showing how to source demand, build supply, and secure bookings that can generate £5,000/month in commission—without owning or managing a single property.

If you’ve ever thought you need money, a logo, or a fancy website before you can start, this episode will show you why action, clarity, and trust matter more than anything else.

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KEY TAKEAWAYS

• You don’t need a logo, website, or branding to start—you just need to take action.
• Adopt the Connector mindset: money is made by linking people who need accommodation with those who have it.
• Start with demand: focus on contractors, councils, relocation teams, and agencies who are booking accommodation right now.
• Build a hit list of decision makers (not just “info@” emails) and reach out with clear, professional messaging.
• Secure hosts by offering direct bookings and a 15% commission structure.
• Use simple tools—Google Sheets, Google Forms, email templates—to look professional fast.
• One or two solid bookings can bring in thousands in commission.
• Trust and consistent communication are the foundations of a scalable business.
• Don’t overcomplicate—refine the process, stay consistent, and momentum will carry you forward.

BEST MOMENTS

“I’m not a landlord, I’m not an agent, I’m not a host. I’m a connector.”

“If I can get just one client to send me a requirement this week, I can fill it and start making money now.”

“You don’t need to wait—you can make serious money this month just by being the bridge.”

“Momentum is your most valuable currency when you’re starting from nothing.”

“Trust is everything. The moment it’s broken, everything gets harder. But when it’s built, your business becomes effortless.”

LINKS

🎓 FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community – Join Here

HOST BIOS

Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. This Airbnb business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made “lifestyle by design.”

Pooh left the corporate life as an electrical engineer to spend more time at home with his young family.

Alex lives in sunny Spain, where he balances business with his love for road cycling and hiking in the Tramuntana mountains.

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. Use code ABP20 for 20% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until September 30th, 2025.

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In this episode, Alex uncovers a powerful but overlooked niche in the serviced accommodation world: emergency housing. While most Airbnb hosts chase weekend tourists and holidaymakers, councils and housing associations are desperately searching for reliable providers who can house people in urgent need.

This isn’t about stag dos, influencers, or fancy listings. It’s about consistent, government-backed demand that pays well, lasts longer, and creates real impact. Alex explains how you can position yourself as the go-to solution for housing officers and why this model can build a sustainable business without owning a single property.

If you’re ready to future-proof your Airbnb business, ditch the seasonal uncertainty, and tap into a growing market hidden in plain sight, this episode will show you how.

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https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Emergency housing is a government-backed, consistent, and growing demand.
• Councils and housing associations don’t use Airbnb or Booking.com—they need direct, trusted partners.
• Success comes from offering safe, available, and legal accommodation, not luxury extras.
• You don’t need to own properties—connecting supply and demand is enough.
• Longer stays and higher rates mean more stability than tourist bookings.
• Building systems and relationships is the key to scaling this model.
• Reputation spreads fast in this space—reliability will put you at the top of the list.

BEST MOMENTS

“Emergency housing might not sound sexy, but in this business, consistent equals cash.”

“Councils don’t have time to scroll Airbnb. They need someone they can call and trust.”

“Once you’re in the little black book, you become their go-to when things get urgent.”

“You don’t need Airbnb again—relationships will bring you more placements than you can handle.”

“This isn’t charity—it’s paid work, often at higher rates than tourists, and with longer stays.”

“Be the one who responds, who follows through, and who solves the problem when it matters most.”

EPISODE RESOURCES

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LINKS

FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community – Join here

HOST BIOS

Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. This Airbnb business has given them both the freedom to design their own lifestyles.

Pooh left a corporate career as an electrical engineer to spend more time with his young family.

Alex enjoys life in sunny Spain, road cycling, and hiking in the Tramuntana mountains.

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. Use code ABP20 for 20% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until September 30th, 2025.

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In this solo episode, Alex calls out one of the biggest problems in the UK property world: the endless cycle of expensive rent-to-rent training courses. If you’ve ever felt stuck chasing the next seminar, upsell, or “guru package” that promises financial freedom but delivers nothing but stress, this one is for you.

Alex breaks down why most trainers got rich selling courses (not doing deals), why rent-to-rent is often just building yourself another stressful job, and most importantly — how you can escape the trap by following a smarter, leaner business model: the Booking Broker Model.

This is a wake-up call for anyone tired of being sold dreams and ready to start building something real.

THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US

https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Most trainers make money teaching rent-to-rent, not running rent-to-rent businesses.
• The industry thrives on your hope more than your results.
• Rent-to-rent can work, but it’s rarely hands-off and almost never passive.
• The risks: high stress, no asset ownership, long hours, and very little security.
• A better way exists — the Booking Broker Model — where you connect guests with hosts and get paid commissions without the liabilities.
• Success comes from building scalable systems, not stacking units.
• You don’t need to increase liabilities to increase income.
• Freedom in this business comes from leverage, connections, and predictable pipelines — not risky contracts.

BEST MOMENTS

“They didn’t get rich doing rent-to-rent… they got rich teaching it.”

“You didn’t fail. The model failed you.”

“Rent-to-rent often means you’ve just built yourself another stressful job.”

“You don’t need to increase your liability to increase your income.”

“This is about stacking systems, not stacking units.”

LINKS

FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community – https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705

HOST BIOS

Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years.

This Airbnb business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made lifestyle by design.

Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer to spend more time with his young family, while Alex spends much of his time in sunny Spain, road cycling and hiking in the Tramuntana mountains.