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title: Secrets to Managing Large Rentals (Stay Booked Method) - with Andrew Rodriguez
description: Andrew Rodriguez of Stay Booked, discusses his impressive portfolio of larger, unique vacation homes in sought-after destinations like the Poconos.
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# [Secrets to Managing Large Rentals (Stay Booked Method) - with Andrew Rodriguez](https://str.legal/smartstay-show/andrew-rodriguez)

 Written by [Rory Gill](https://str.legal/smartstay-show/author/rory-gill) | Oct 31, 2024 11:00:00 AM

 

Today, we're thrilled to welcome Andrew Rodriguez, the co-owner of Stay Booked, a full-service short-term rental management company. Andrew and his wife, Lindsay, have built an impressive portfolio of larger, unique vacation homes in sought-after destinations like the Poconos.

What sets Andrew and his team apart is their unwavering commitment to quality over quantity. From the moment a guest lays eyes on one of their properties to the second they check out, Andrew and his crew strive to deliver an exceptional experience.

With a background in sales and a keen eye for detail, Andrew has developed a unique approach to short-term rental management that has earned him a loyal following. He's here today to share his insights on building a successful STR business, navigating the challenges of managing larger properties, and fostering a strong sense of community within the industry.

So, let's dive in and learn from Andrew's wealth of knowledge and experience.

Things we discussed in this episode:

- Andrew Rodriguez's emphasis on "quality over quantity" in his short-term rental business
- The story of how Andrew and his wife Lindsay got into the short-term rental industry
- Their use of FHA and second home loans to acquire properties, including a 6-bedroom cabin in the Poconos
- The importance of professional design and attention to detail in their properties
- The challenges of managing larger short-term rental properties, including the need for a trusted "runner"
- Strategies for handling guest feedback, both positive and negative
- The evolving expectations of short-term rental guests and the value of empathy
- The role of community and networking within the short-term rental industry
- Andrew's belief that anyone can achieve their short-term rental dreams with dedication
- The meetup group Andrew and a fellow mastermind member started in New York City

Get in touch with Andrew:

- Facebook - [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...](https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa3BLT283TkNqZk9pdU0zNjltRmJ4VmhCNTdDQXxBQ3Jtc0tucVA5dUxmb0QyXzBVWUJpajlGY0NITzRoZ1E5dlUwMnJnTU53VnhORmdCTDI5U00zUEtPMXRqSW5wUlA1UTBtRncxbTNaUk4ySWdWaXpvaDRnTE02TjhDb216NjEtYlZCZ0I4SzVGaThpQm1nb0Fybw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fprofile.php%3Fid%3D61552248421123&v=Z9QqaDdAYXk)
- Linkedin - [  / yourstaybooked  ](https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWI2UUFMNklxOEdiUnNHNGVaZnNzOWctNU9wUXxBQ3Jtc0treWlEME1VeHIxMTEzT3BacTZuMUxYUmJOdUpEWGZBYndwVGlWeEQwRTVjZmZVa0JoaWNZemVqWE9uZE9KOWtoNkVXOEx5RkltOHl1NjFKSUFOcDJsM0xwbWxPbnRXWTFnTmQ0ZWl0Z1ZCMlZDQjFRNA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fyourstaybooked%2F&v=Z9QqaDdAYXk)
- Website - [https://www.stay-booked.com/](https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbHVsREUxcHg3aXJiRjFSRXVlckV2RWFnVWF0Z3xBQ3Jtc0ttLXZaaWZvZzUxNWJyOWhnVkJpalJBNE1FSC1hWWlvVEM1MkVFd1pZN2xhNjlVMEhfS0ZteVZkZWotZ2xtVHpqMzRPckY5MzlvaXdVOWtqbktMUTRMOG1lTlZwMC0zdFZkZ29FczVOQm91NlptX1lzaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stay-booked.com%2F&v=Z9QqaDdAYXk)

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- [0:00:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9QqaDdAYXk&t=0s) Quality vs Quantity in STRs
- [0:00:34](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9QqaDdAYXk&t=34s) Jason's Short-Term Rental Background
- [0:01:15](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9QqaDdAYXk&t=75s) Introducing Andrew Rodriguez
- [0:02:02](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9QqaDdAYXk&t=122s) Andrew's Superpower: Quality Focus
- [0:03:30](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9QqaDdAYXk&t=210s) Andrew's STR Journey
- [0:06:45](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9QqaDdAYXk&t=405s) Acquiring Properties with Loans
- [0:09:03](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9QqaDdAYXk&t=543s) Importance of Design and Details
- [0:10:26](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9QqaDdAYXk&t=626s) Managing Larger STR Properties
- [0:12:26](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9QqaDdAYXk&t=746s) Handling Guest Feedback
- [0:16:04](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9QqaDdAYXk&t=964s) The Role of a "Runner"
- [0:18:10](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9QqaDdAYXk&t=1090s) Building Trust and Community
- [0:19:35](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9QqaDdAYXk&t=1175s) Balancing Jobs and STRs
- [0:21:37](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9QqaDdAYXk&t=1297s) Networking Opportunities
- [0:23:44](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9QqaDdAYXk&t=1424s) Achieving STR Dreams

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