Episode 100 is here, and we brought in a big one to celebrate. Matt and Austin sit down with Mike Michalowicz, bestselling author of Profit First, The Pumpkin Plan, Clockwork, and his newest book, The Money Habit. Simon Sinek called him the patron saint of entrepreneurs, and after this episode, you will understand why.

Mike breaks down the money mistakes that are quietly killing small businesses, including STR management companies, and gives you the tools to stop them. From the simple formula flip that unlocks real profitability, to why most of us sabotage our own financial success the moment we start making money, this episode is packed with insights that hit way too close to home.

Here is what you will learn:

Why the traditional accounting formula is backwards and what to do instead, how Parkinson's Law is silently draining your bank account, the Pumpkin Plan strategy and why pruning your client roster could be your biggest growth move, how to use your best clients to instantly identify what your business should double down on, and why you need to nail both your business and personal finances to actually build wealth.

Whether you have been reading Mike's books for years or this is your first time hearing his name, this episode will change the way you think about money and your business.

Check out Mike's books and resources at www.mikemotorbike.com and his podcast Becoming Self Made on Apple and Spotify.

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If you've ever thought about selling your STR business someday, this episode is a must-listen. Matt and Austin sit down with Dylan Burgess, VP of Mergers and Acquisitions at C2G Advisors, the leading M&A advisory firm in the short-term rental industry. With nearly 10 years in the space and 36 acquisitions under his belt, Dylan has worked with some of the biggest names in the industry, including Vacasa and VTrips, and now helps vacation rental managers buy, sell, and maximize the value of their businesses.

Dylan breaks down exactly what buyers are looking for, how businesses are valued, why your homeowner contracts and fee structure matter more than you think, and the hidden revenue streams most operators are leaving on the table. Whether you have 5 units or 500, the decisions you make TODAY will determine what your business is worth TOMORROW.

In this episode, you will learn:

Why standardizing your contracts and operations early is critical for a future exit, what a healthy profit margin actually looks like in the STR space (Dylan gives you the real numbers), how cleaning, maintenance, and damage waivers are some of your biggest untapped revenue opportunities, what makes a business "sticky" and attractive to serious buyers, and when the right time is to reach out to an advisor even if you are not ready to sell yet.

This is one of those episodes that will change the way you think about your business. Do not sleep on it.

Connect with Dylan Burgess and C2G Advisors at www.c2gadvisors.com or find him on LinkedIn.

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In this bonus episode of The Co-Host Bros Podcast, Matt Codd and Austin Spitzenberger sit down with Tera Lorimer, a luxury vacation rental operator with nearly two decades of experience in the industry and the current President of VR Nation.

Tera’s journey started in 2001 as a custom home builder, constructing vacation homes near Mount Baker, Washington, one of the snowiest places in North America. Over time she transitioned into managing many of those homes herself, building a luxury STR management business focused on high-end properties in gated communities near the ski resort.

Through years of growth, mistakes, and hard lessons, Tera developed a strong brand built around quality standards, clear expectations, and learning when to say no to the wrong properties.

In addition to running her management company, she now serves as President of VR Nation, an organization focused on connecting professional operators, vendors, and leaders in the vacation rental industry.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How Tera transitioned from builder to luxury STR operator • Managing vacation rentals in the Mount Baker ski market • Why saying no to the wrong properties is critical for long-term success • How the vacation rental industry has evolved over the last 20 years • The growing consolidation and professionalization of STR management • What VR Nation is doing to support operators and industry collaboration

If you're building a vacation rental business or looking to connect with leaders shaping the industry, this episode offers perspective from someone who has been in the space since long before STRs became mainstream.

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If you want to connect with operators and vendors across the vacation rental industry, check out the VR Nation Conference in Denver.

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