Live Let Thrive

05/04/2026

Stevie Stacks shares the "un-glamorous" side of arbitrage, specifically a major plumbing issue 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 the reality of insurance denials for plumbing issues.
➡️ PadSplit Conversions: Transforming a 3-bedroom home into a 6-unit rental, featuring a garage conversion.
➡️ Creative Financing: Buying properties via owner financing and "subject-to" deals to bypass traditional banks.
➡️ AI Tech Hacks: Using ChatGPT for listing photo touch-ups and Walmart kiosks for digital key backups.
➡️ Rental Grade Success: Furnishing a 6-unit property for under $3,000 with "rental grade" items.
➡️ Operations: Implementing lockboxes with spare batteries and tools to prevent midnight lockouts.
➡️ Market Strategy: Prioritizing consistent corporate leases over the gamble of World Cup short-term bookings.

🎧 Tune in and see if this hidden side hustle could be your next move

Interested in professional management or consulting?
Connect with Myka and Steve through their respective management firms:
➡️Myka (Sharebnb): ⁠www.sharebnb.com⁠
➡️Steven (Argest Rentals): ⁠www.ArgestRentals.com⁠

Sign up for PadSplit with Steve’s link and get a free 1 on 1 PadSplit strategy call with Stevie Stacks!
⁠https://www.padsplit.com/hosts?referral=94AD509A⁠

Check out Myka’s Podcast: Entrepremarriage – Building wealth without losing the marriage
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04/23/2026

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 to break down how he built a vending business while working a full-time job.

This wasn’t a planned interview—it started as a simple conversation… but the value was too good not to share.

Matthew walks through:
→ how he got started with zero experience
→ why “turnkey” matters when you’re a beginner
→ the real numbers behind vending locations
→ how to balance a demanding career while building a business
→ the mindset and discipline it takes to create generational wealth

If you’ve ever thought about starting a side hustle—but didn’t know where to begin—this episode gives you a real, practical look at what it takes.

It’s not just about vending machines… it’s about ownership, consistency, and building something that grows beyond you.

🎧 Tune in and see if this hidden side hustle could be your next move
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Interested in professional management or consulting?

Connect with Myka and Steve through their respective management firms:
➡️Myka (Sharebnb): ⁠www.sharebnb.com⁠
➡️Steven (Argest Rentals): ⁠www.ArgestRentals.com⁠

Sign up for PadSplit with Steve’s link and get a free 1 on 1 PadSplit strategy call with Stevie Stacks!
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Check out Myka’s Podcast: Entrepremarriage – Building wealth without losing the marriage
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The Hidden Side Hustle: He Built a Vending Business While Working Full-Time

02/20/2026

Episode 340 is live! Stevie Stacks goes solo on Live, Let, Thrive and dives into what it takes to scale—from managing 50 units in a Texas ice storm to leaving a 9‑5 for full-time investing. He shares real-world lessons about systems, strategy, and avoiding being the “bottleneck.”

🎧 Watch the full episode:
https://youtu.be/XzDuuSCCu18?si=R12ZsjJy-lSE5hfg

💬 What’s your biggest challenge when it comes to scaling?

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 ...

02/03/2026

In case you missed it, our latest episode is officially live! We're talking about managing properties through the Texas ice storms, setting big goals for 2024, and Stevie shares some wild (and smelly) stories from his recent PadSplit turnovers. 🧤❄️

If you’re looking to level up your real estate game this year, you don't want to miss this one.

Watch the full episode here:

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 sto...

02/03/2026

What can a Mexican barbershop teach you about your real estate business?💈 In Episode 337, Myka and Steven break down the power of the "upsell" and why you should be looking for ways to turn every liability into a revenue-generating asset.

From debating the merits of vending machines in PadSplits to Steve’s upcoming plans for a high-end airline crash pad, we’re talking about the mindset shift from scarcity to abundance. Plus, we dive into why your skill sets—specifically AI prompt engineering—are the best backup plan you can build while working your 9-to-5.

Catch the full conversation now!

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 sha...

12/31/2025

In the final episode of Live Let Thrive for 2025, flying solo and getting real about what this year taught me as a real estate investor. While 2025 wasn’t a loss, it was a stress test — especially during a slow season where mid-term demand softened and high-maintenance short-term holiday guests took center stage.

In this episode, I break down why we’re pivoting our strategy in 2026 by stepping back from heavy STR and MTR operations and refocusing on long-term rentals for stability, predictability, and sustainability. I explain how we’re still using short-term rentals strategically for tax advantages like the STR loophole and cost segregation — but no longer building our entire business around them.

I also share how turning ChatGPT into my CFO helped us analyze overhead, cut unnecessary expenses, and make clearer financial decisions — and why adaptability, not loyalty to a single strategy, is what keeps investors in the game long term. If you’re feeling stretched by short-term rentals, questioning your current strategy, or looking to build real estate wealth that lasts beyond market cycles, this episode is for you.

LLT info: Hit us up! 
www.LiveLetThrive.com 
[email protected] 
on the socials! 

Management Companies: 
ArgestRentals.com 
Sharebnb.com 

Looking for a great Arbitrage?
Click here! ⁠https://zfrmz.com/zIRCwmIDcwNcZ5LXSiJ4⁠ or visit Lo-Casa.com and tell them Live Let Thrive sent you! 

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08/27/2025

In this solo episode, Myka pulls back the curtain on the latest shifts in his business, career, and family life. From unexpected raises at work to diving headfirst into cost segregation studies, he unpacks how “luck” really comes down to preparation meeting opportunity.

You’ll hear how he and Mahogany are navigating slow rental seasons, leveraging new tax strategies, and planning their next big moves with duplexes and house hacking. Myka also gets real about the curveball of returning to the office full-time, finding balance with family routines, and how AI agents are changing the game for entrepreneurs and property managers.

This episode is packed with insights on:
▶️The power of cost segregation and bonus depreciation in real estate

▶️Why house hacking is still the fastest path to wealth

▶️Balancing raises, taxes, and financial freedom goals

▶️Embracing discomfort and change—at work, at home, and in investing.

▶️How schools are finally teaching kids real-world financial literacy

If you’re an investor, entrepreneur, or just someone navigating change, this episode will push you to reframe challenges as opportunities and keep building toward freedom.

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08/25/2025

In this solo episode, Steve opens up about his real estate journey and his recent leap into PadSplit, a platform often described as the Airbnb of room rentals. After years of running Airbnbs, corporate rentals, and long-term properties, he explains why PadSplit has caught his attention and how it’s already proving to be a game changer. Steve shares what it’s really like converting single-family homes into PadSplits, why the model can generate significantly more income than traditional rentals, and the lessons he’s learned about screening tenants, handling maintenance, and keeping operations smooth.

He also reflects on the differences between short-term rentals, corporate housing, and PadSplits, and why taking calculated risks is essential for growth in real estate. Along the way, he ties in insights from the book Black Titan, exploring how true entrepreneurship comes down to solving problems and building wealth with purpose.

This episode is both a behind-the-scenes look at his first PadSplit experience and a reminder that sometimes the scariest leaps open the door to the biggest opportunities.

LLT info: Hit us up! 
www.LiveLetThrive.com 
[email protected] 
on the socials!

Management Companies:
ArgestRentals.com
Sharebnb.com

Looking for a great Arbitrage?
Click here! ⁠https://zfrmz.com/zIRCwmIDcwNcZ5LXSiJ4⁠ or visit Lo-Casa.com and tell them Live Let Thrive sent you!

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07/30/2025

This new episode of Live Let Thrive is a powerful blend of real talk, real estate strategy, and the personal journey behind it all. Myka and Steve are back together, catching up after time apart, and diving deep into what it really means to find your passion. They open up about how real estate became more than just a business — how it turned into a creative outlet, a source of purpose, and a path to helping others.

Steve shares his latest project: launching a PadSplit house in Arlington, Texas. He walks through what worked, what went wrong, and why this model might be the next big move for investors burned out on Airbnb. From tenant management and common area setups to handling maintenance and vetting guests, it’s a behind-the-scenes look at this evolving strategy.

The conversation also touches on the realities of short- and mid-term rentals, frustrations with platforms like Airbnb, and how hosts can protect their peace while still scaling their income. If you’ve ever wondered how to balance business with fulfillment — or what’s next after Airbnb — this episode brings clarity, laughs, and insight.

Recorded from Fort Worth and Arlington, Texas, this is one of the most honest and insightful episodes yet — a must-listen for anyone thinking about rentals, side hustles, or just trying to figure out what really makes life worth showing up for every day.

LLT info – Hit us up!
🌐 www.LiveLetThrive.com
📩 [email protected]
📱 on the socials

Steve’s Management Company: ArgestRentals.com
Myka’s Management Company: Sharebnb.com

👉 Looking for a great arbitrage? Click here: https://zfrmz.com/zIRCwmIDcwNcZ5LXSiJ4
Or visit Lo-Casa.com and tell them Live Let Thrive sent you!

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07/04/2025

Happy Independence Day! Let’s celebrate the freedom and pride of our nation — from all of us at Live Let Thrive.