Short Term Rentals 4 income

10/17/2026

The cheapest fix for an empty gap in your STR calendar usually isn't a lower nightly price. It's the minimum stay.

A 3-night minimum sitting on a 2-night hole means nobody can book it. Loosen the rule on those gaps before you cut the rate. Same unit, same price, fewer empty nights.

Looking at buying one? Financing for these exists, and I do it. Call me. 678-552-1513

10/03/2026

Booking pace on our Gulf Shores unit is running behind where we were this time last year - that's market-wide right now, not just us.

But weekends are the story worth watching: two months out, our weekends are booked well ahead of the market average. Off-season pricing strategy isn't about chasing occupancy every night, it's about protecting the nights people actually want.

If a slow fall has you second-guessing a listing, it usually doesn't mean something's wrong. Happy to talk through what I'm seeing if you're in the market.

09/05/2026

I don't just teach this stuff — I run a portfolio of beach condos in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. This Wednesday I'm teaching a free virtual class on exactly how it works: how to run the numbers before you buy, what to look for, and what surprises you after closing.

Big Money in the Short Term — Wednesday, September 9, 10am–1pm ET on Zoom. Free and open to everyone, and licensed Georgia agents earn 3 hours of CE credit (GREC #76049 through Real Estate Academy of America, GREC School #6915).

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/JK6_VnMFTeCsaIPW3vnP2g

Canopy Mortgage is not sponsored by, affiliated with or acting on behalf of Real Estate Academy of America.

06/17/2024

Hey Facebook fam,

So here’s my 2 cents on mortgage interest rates (as you’ve probably seen lots of posts lately).

We have had a few decent inflation numbers (and inflation is the number 1 enemy to mortgage rates) which has been the catalyst for better rates in the last week or so.

Tomorrow brings us a critical retail sales report which is the most important news item of the week. If I were to handicap it, I think there’s a high likelihood it comes in below expectations which would be good for mortgage rates.

With that said, the fundamentals are still the same: still not enough houses for the demand and any perceived gain in better rates will quickly be offset by the inevitable price increases that come with extra demand (estimates are all over the place, but the concensus is millions, yes millions, of buyers on the sideline waiting for better rates before purchasing) and rate improvements are inevitable for more reasons than I can expound upon with one Facebook post.

For buyers in this market, now is the time to be aggressive and get the right home under contract. Anyone who buys later will have a better interest rate, but anyone who buys now will have a better rate (through refinancing) and equity.

Always available to discuss any questions/concerns. Make it a great Monday.

04/11/2024

Inflation was hotter than expected in March, continuing a trend we’ve seen in recent months. While annual inflation still remains well below the peaks seen in 2022, these stubbornly high inflation readings could delay the Fed’s timing for rate cuts this year.

Regardless, there is still LOTS of opportunity in the real estate market. Reach out to me anytime to discuss your options.

03/30/2024

Exciting news! My sister and brother-in-law have just become Airbnb hosts with their stunning condo in Gulf Shores! It's centrally located, just a walk away from everything you need for a perfect vacation. Check it out, book your stay, and please share the link with anyone looking for an unforgettable getaway:

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Beautiful Beachfront Condo!

03/21/2023

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02/19/2023

We love the Gulf Shores Orange Beach Market!!

Alabama's Gulf Shores and Orange Beach have all the appeal of a Florida panhandle beach town, with none of the congestion.

02/04/2023

Checklist to review and update your STR Listing.

One of the most tedious parts of the STR business is updating the listings. Use this checklist to make sure you've covered all the needed features of a great listing.

01/09/2023

Come sign up and learn more about the STR business and expectations for 2023. Class is both live and available via Zoom.

Join Jay Alexander from Homestar Financial as he teaches us how to be successful In the world of Short Term Rental Investing!