Airbnb, PadSplit, Corporate Rentals, Arbitrage, Live Let Thrive covers all the creative ways to rent out your properties to maximize profits. We also get into buying properties in creative ways. Come along for the ride and have some fun along the way!
Are we watching 2008 happen again in slow motion? MEETUP THIS FRIDAY: STR/MTR Meetup at Chicken N' Pickle, Grand Prairie — Aug 21, 6-9 PM. Food, networking, pickleball with Myka & Steve. Grab your ticket: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/strmtr-meetup-chicken-and-pickle-6-9-pm-tickets-1997616112567 In Episode 347 of Live Let Thrive, Myka and Steve break down why the DFW housing market is flashing 2008…
It's been a while, but Myka and Stevie are back and getting the band back together with special guest Mikey B for Episode 346! Tune in as the crew catches up on a packed episode covering: Myka and Stevie breaking down the real estate game, from owner-financed property wins to the realities of getting a real estate license. A deep dive into the co-living space, exploring PadSplit strategies,…
It’s been a long time since Myka and Steve caught up on the podcast, and they have a lot to talk about. In Episode 344 of Live Let Thrive, the guys dive into everything from AI-powered real estate tools and creative financing strategies to wild PadSplit stories, insurance claim wins, and the latest updates on the World Cup booking craze. They discuss: ➡️ Using AI to improve pricing and revenue…
In another solo episode, Stevie Stacks takes the mic to discuss the unglamorous side of growing a real estate empire. While managing a portfolio of 60 units, Stevie was put to the test when his key team member took a week off, proving that a business is only as strong as the systems left behind. Stevie dives into the "Ewing Effect" in business—how a team can actually find new strengths when a top…
In this episode, Stevie Stacks shares the "un-glamorous" side of arbitrage, specifically a major plumbing disaster and the frustration of being denied insurance coverage for lost revenue. He also explains his shift toward PadSplits, converting 3-bedroom houses into 6-unit properties and using "cloud-based" key systems to streamline operations. ➡️ Insurance & Maintenance: Managing a pipe burst and…
What if your next income stream is hiding in plain sight? 💸 This week new episode of Live Let Thrive, Steve sits down with vending machine entrepreneur Matthew Thompson for a conversation that started as a simple consultation—but turned into a masterclass on building a profitable vending machine business. Matthew breaks down how he went from learning everything on “YouTube University” to owning…
Welcome back to Live, Let, Thrive, the podcast for everything related to Airbnb, the shared economy, and real estate investing. In this solo episode, Stevie Stacks reflects on the importance of building a reliable team and shares a high-stakes story from his early days that changed his perspective on property management.In this episode, we discuss:Weathering the Storm: How a strong team and…
We are BACK! After a long hiatus, Myka and Steve return for new episode to discuss the massive shifts in their real estate businesses. From replacing expensive software with AI to navigating the wild world of PadSplits, this episode is packed with actionable insights for every investor. In this episode, we dive into: Firing the PMS: Micah explains why he ditched his Property Management Software to…
Join Myka and Stevie Stacks as they dive into the unglamorous but essential "in-the-trenches" side of property management. From bracing for "Dalaska" ice storms to battling "pungent" room turnovers and exploring major shifts in the Texas real estate market, this episode covers the full spectrum of modern real estate investing. In this episode, we discuss: Preparing for "Dalaska": How we are…
In Episode 337, Myka and Steve discuss the power of the "upsell" and why every entrepreneur needs to look for ways to turn liabilities into assets. Steve shares stories from his two-week trip to Mexico, including a surprising business lesson from a local barbershop that sparked a larger conversation on maximizing revenue in the real estate space.The guys debate the logistics of adding vending…