National parks are heavily seasonal. Especially ones in northern colder climates. Yellowstone or glacier for example. Even the grand canyon is very seasonal as it’s a high elevation and gets really cold in the winter even though it’s AZ. Death Valley is seasonal in the opposite direction, Joshua tree has peak season in Spring and Fall being too hot and too cold otherwise. But even when you remove the weather, you can’t discount the breaks for school. That trumps everything for focusing families on travel. It’s why ski destination trips are crazy expensive at the end of December, and reasonable in Jan. The weather and proximity are probably the main reasons the great smoky mountains is the most visited NP, you can visit it through most of the year with relative ease on the East coast. Because it’s no where near as stunning as the NP’s in the West.
Airbnbs were a gold mine in Hawai’i until they became criminalized. Literally every host got audited and screwed. $10,000 fines per day you get caught operating. So there are still plenty of places that allow them? I got banned for challenging airbnbs handling of throwing all their Hawai’i hosts under the bus. You’re a unicorn to enjoy this kind of success for so long. Good work brother
There were a few different reports I looked at. Was going quick when I said that though. Should have spent more time digging into the data on camera. Sorry. Here’s what I found from a few different sources: 1) 3000-5000 active STRs in Gatlinburg. 2) 15,000-20,000 STRs in the area total (not necessarily active). 13-14M visitors to the park seems to be relatively consistent. The 14M number was from 2021 when it hit its peak. 13.3M was 2023. Thanks!
@@ferret747 I didn't mean to call up owners who want to sell but the ones you like to buy from. Is it a lot of work to build a house in an area not close to you? You trust the local contractors?
@@danpan001 yes it is a lot of work. So far local contractors there are terrible though, down to probably 99% of subs and vendors I’ve encountered. Terrible customer service too and workmanship. Trying to continuously find more capable subs that stick to their word.
Hey Rob I have an STR in southern Utah near Zion national park and a PGA golf course. It’s zoned for short term rental and does well. I also did your host camp program about a year ago. I’m looking to sell.. any ideas of the best ways to get the word out to a crowd of people who may be interested in buying an STR in Utah?
@@kellygalbraith1153 you bet!! What’s the best way for me to send you the info? I can send you a link you my Airbnb or if you have a better way to be in touch I’m good with whatever works for you
@@sanjayaiyar4351Even Monica Church is losing money on her Airbnb in Palm Springs. Too mucb competition and worst the government can make it very difficult. I am in Los Angeles the pass laws that make almost impossible to make money
National parks are heavily seasonal. Especially ones in northern colder climates. Yellowstone or glacier for example. Even the grand canyon is very seasonal as it’s a high elevation and gets really cold in the winter even though it’s AZ. Death Valley is seasonal in the opposite direction, Joshua tree has peak season in Spring and Fall being too hot and too cold otherwise. But even when you remove the weather, you can’t discount the breaks for school. That trumps everything for focusing families on travel. It’s why ski destination trips are crazy expensive at the end of December, and reasonable in Jan. The weather and proximity are probably the main reasons the great smoky mountains is the most visited NP, you can visit it through most of the year with relative ease on the East coast. Because it’s no where near as stunning as the NP’s in the West.
Airbnbs were a gold mine in Hawai’i until they became criminalized. Literally every host got audited and screwed. $10,000 fines per day you get caught operating.
So there are still plenty of places that allow them?
I got banned for challenging airbnbs handling of throwing all their Hawai’i hosts under the bus.
You’re a unicorn to enjoy this kind of success for so long. Good work brother
we need to collectively stop calling them “airbnbs” … they’re short term rentals or vacation rentals. Stop giving Airbnb the power!
Preaccccch
Love your ideas Rob!🎉❤
Thanks good sir!
TYSM for such a useful information
Where is the link to the PDF you spoke about?
Rob! Just wanted to say hello! You’re a beast!
Thank you! Here to provide value 🫡
@@Robuiltthe goat 🐐
What are your thoughts on Portland Maine seasonally?
What is your opinion on Lake Tahoe?
I’ve never looked into it much. But I did stay there once and loved it.
@@Robuilt thanks for the reply, have been enjoying your content
I believe Tahoe has a lot of STR restrictions
Very expensive price point
Rob when you buy the property do you buy it as an llc or in your own name or each property is its own llc? cheers in advance
How do you feel about Alexandria VA? or Norfolk? Im trying to get into Alexandria next year
I thought there was 15000 STRs in the Smokies and 11M tourists to the park. Where is this info from?
There were a few different reports I looked at. Was going quick when I said that though. Should have spent more time digging into the data on camera. Sorry.
Here’s what I found from a few different sources:
1) 3000-5000 active STRs in Gatlinburg.
2) 15,000-20,000 STRs in the area total (not necessarily active).
13-14M visitors to the park seems to be relatively consistent. The 14M number was from 2021 when it hit its peak. 13.3M was 2023.
Thanks!
😂 unsolved mysteries but got me
How do you host in New York Rob? Isn't it illegal here?
It's upstate NY!
How about an update video on your flip failure from like a year ago?
About to start a full gut rehab on it this upcoming Monday.
@@Robuilt cool, looking forward to seeing it.
@@user-mp4rr2gc7o if I’m lucky, I’ll do a $30-40k profit. If I’m not lucky, I’ll do a $10k profit.
Do you have any leads on land in the Smokies for sale ? Just sold my first new construction and looking to start my second asap.
Do you live in the area? Maybe just drive around and contact the owners of the land you are interested in?
@@danpan001 no I do not. But when down there signs are very rare to see as most properties are owned by out of state people.
@@ferret747 I didn't mean to call up owners who want to sell but the ones you like to buy from. Is it a lot of work to build a house in an area not close to you? You trust the local contractors?
@@danpan001 yes it is a lot of work. So far local contractors there are terrible though, down to probably 99% of subs and vendors I’ve encountered. Terrible customer service too and workmanship. Trying to continuously find more capable subs that stick to their word.
Hey Rob I have an STR in southern Utah near Zion national park and a PGA golf course. It’s zoned for short term rental and does well. I also did your host camp program about a year ago. I’m looking to sell.. any ideas of the best ways to get the word out to a crowd of people who may be interested in buying an STR in Utah?
@dakotabone7543 yo yo yo I'm actually looking for an Airbnb in that area.
@@Teltic2007 cool- happy to get you some info about it to see if it’s a good fit. What’s the best way to get in touch?
Hi can you send me info on it as. well? Thanks.
@@kellygalbraith1153 you bet!! What’s the best way for me to send you the info? I can send you a link you my Airbnb or if you have a better way to be in touch I’m good with whatever works for you
I only bought 500 bottles of baby oil thinking no one would notice . . . they noticed!😢😢😢
Do you still own the place in Gatlinburg? How badly did the storm hit your property?
Yes, I do. Not too much damage. But the water has been shut off by the city at one of my properties. So I had to cancel their reservation today.
I wonder if people know about the Uranium mines near the Grand Canyon 😮😢?
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airbnb is over bro, give it up
You’re insane.
Hey guys, look I found the loser! Enjoy staying poor with your negative mindset.
@@sanjayaiyar4351Even Monica Church is losing money on her Airbnb in Palm Springs. Too mucb competition and worst the government can make it very difficult. I am in Los Angeles the pass laws that make almost impossible to make money
Rob I need $100,000 to start my 4 rentals. 😢
Anyone on here buying FNMA? Fannie mae is up BIG