Nicole, founder of Cozy Quarters and Lush Living Designs, shares how she left her corporate career during COVID to build a short-term rental management company now overseeing 50+ properties across North Carolina.

Key points:

• Scaling a 50+ property STR management company using an asset-forward model
• Leveraging AI + Guesty for automation and guest communication
• ROI-driven design strategy focused on guest experience and performance

She also breaks down the difference between boutique and large-scale management and why intentional design is critical in today’s STR market, plus her growing focus on AI automation.

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In today’s episode, I’m joined by seasoned real estate agent and investor Lorrie Marro. She shares her journey from fix-and-flips to short-term rentals and Airbnb hosting.

We talk about:

• Why she made the switch
• How she embraced the hospitality side of real estate
• Why short-term rentals can feel more flexible than traditional investing

Lorrie also shares her experience using a virtual STR design package and installing it herself with her husband, plus why upfront design plays such an important role in long-term success.

We dive into:

• Which amenities perform best in her property
• Her standout feature: a golf simulator
• Why unique guest experiences can significantly boost bookings

Finally, we cover a common mistake new hosts make—underinvesting in design at the beginning—and how that can hold back a listing’s performance.

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