Why Your First Year is All About Doing the Work

In this episode of the RV Rental Secrets Podcast, Garr Russell, Stacy Maxon, and special guest Ben Kiser dive into the reality of what it takes to build and sustain an RV rental business.

Too often, new owners jump in thinking they’re just offsetting payments—but the truth is, the moment you rent out your RV, you’re running a business. That means learning to deal with renters, managing repairs, hiring drivers and cleaners, keeping books, and most importantly—doing the work.

Ben shares his streamlined process at his Gulf Shores location, from booking through Fireside Plus to managing his bullpen of drivers and cleaners. Stacy and Garr pull back the curtain on their early struggles, hard lessons, and how pressing into the “pain” ultimately created systems and freedom down the road.

💡 Key Topics Covered:

• Why the first year of business is about “doing the work”

• How Ben simplified his day-to-day rental process

• The importance of knowing your why and pushing through discouragement

• Practical tips for finding drivers and cleaners through networking

• When to outsource and pay more to gain back your time

• How to turn hard moments into systems that free you up long-term

📌 Quote to Remember:

“In all labor there is profit.” — Proverbs 14:23

Whether you’re just starting out or scaling your fleet, this episode will inspire you to embrace the grind, stay focused on your why, and build a business that gives you freedom and fulfillment.