The Short Term Shop

The Short Term Shop Avery, a Mississippi native, received her B.S. After college, she spent several years touring the world as the lead guitar player in a punk rock band.
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We help short term rental investors buy, sell, and manage short term rental properties in the top vacation markets in the US including the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, Destin, 30A, Panama City Beach, and 17 other top vacation rental markets in the US. in Corporate Communication from the University of Texas at Austin, where she played goalkeeper on the Big 12 Championship winning women’s soccer te

am. She then segued from performance into the business side of music, and moved Los Angeles where she held positions at both Capitol and Atlantic Records. During a brief residence in New York City, she met her husband Luke; who is a Rock n Roll Disc Jockey on SiriusXM radio and an internationally published author. In 2013 they moved to Tennessee where Avery received her MBA from Belmont University.

05/31/2026

In 2015, I bought my first Airbnb in the Smoky Mountains.

At the time, I was just looking for a way to create a little extra income. I had no idea that one decision would completely change the trajectory of my life.

That first cabin led to more properties. Those properties led to financial freedom. Eventually, they led to bestselling books, The Short Term Shop, and helping thousands of investors build wealth through short term rentals.

And it all started right here in the Smokies.

That's why I'm so excited for Rock the Smokies this July 25-26 in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

For two days, we'll be diving into the exact strategies, lessons, mistakes, and opportunities that helped me build my business. You'll hear from some of the sharpest operators in the industry covering everything from buying, managing, cohosting, AI, financing, and scaling a short term rental portfolio.

If you've been thinking about getting started, growing your portfolio, or figuring out your next move, this event was built for you.

Comment "bootcamp" and we'll send you the details.

The Short Term Shop Short Term Rental Expert Realtors
800-898-1498
[email protected]

Florida votes on major highway speed limit increase. The Florida House recently approved a proposal that would allow spe...
05/31/2026

Florida votes on major highway speed limit increase. The Florida House recently approved a proposal that would allow speed limits of up to 80 mph on certain highways, along with increases on some rural roads. Supporters say it better reflects how people already drive, while critics argue it could lead to more severe accidents.

For now, the proposal is stalled after the Florida Senate rejected the House's changes, leaving the future of the bill uncertain.

What do you think? Should Florida raise highway speed limits to 80 mph?

Thinking about investing in Florida's booming vacation rental markets? Comment "shore" and we'll send you our free guide to investing along Florida's Gulf Coast.

The Short Term Shop Short Term Rental Expert Realtors 800-898-1498 [email protected]

05/30/2026

The Smoky Mountains and Gulf Shores are two of the most popular vacation rental markets in the country, but they offer very different investing opportunities.

The Smokies are known for year round tourism, mountain views, cabin stays, and attractions like Dollywood, hiking, shopping, and dinner shows. Investors often love the variety of properties available, from affordable starter cabins to luxury rentals packed with amenities.

Gulf Shores is all about the beach lifestyle. Think white sand beaches, boating, fishing, golf, and family vacations. Many investors are drawn to the area's repeat visitors and the ability to own a vacation home they want to use a lot themselves.

One market gives you mountains. One gives you beaches.

One isn't necessarily better than the other. The best choice comes down to your budget, cash flow goals, personal preferences, and long term investment strategy.

That's why we always recommend choosing the market first and the property second.

Want to learn more about either market?

Comment "smokies" for our Smoky Mountains investing guide.

Comment "gulf" for our Gulf Shores investing guide.

The Short Term Shop Short Term Rental Expert Realtors 800-898-1498 [email protected]










Want a vacation home in North Carolina that could double as an investment and potentially help lower your taxes?These ar...
05/29/2026

Want a vacation home in North Carolina that could double as an investment and potentially help lower your taxes?

These are a few of the properties I'd be looking at.

Many high income earners are turning to short term rentals because they offer something most investments don't: the potential for cash flow, appreciation, personal use, and significant tax benefits all in one asset.

When structured correctly, some investors are able to use depreciation from a short term rental to offset active income. That's why the short term rental loophole has become one of the most talked about tax strategies in real estate.

Of course, every situation is different, and you'll want to work with a qualified CPA to determine whether it's a fit for you.

Comment "tax" and we'll send you our free STR tax guide.

The Short Term Shop
Short Term Rental Expert Realtors
800-898-1498
[email protected]

05/28/2026

Think you can’t afford a beach house? This is where short term rentals enter the chat 😉

One of the biggest reasons people invest in vacation rentals is because guests can help pay the mortgage while you’re not using the property.

What starts as a vacation spot can eventually turn into an asset that helps build long term wealth, create memories with your family, and maybe even become your full time home someday.

For me personally, 30A started as just a place I loved to vacation. Now at 38, thanks to short term rental investing, it’s where I live full time and I own investment properties here too.

That’s the power of buying in a market people actually want to visit year after year.

If you want to learn more about investing in this market, comment “shore” and I’ll send you our free guide.

The heart wants what it wants ❤️And sometimes what it wants is a beach house on 30A, a Smoky Mountain cabin, or a place ...
05/27/2026

The heart wants what it wants ❤️

And sometimes what it wants is a beach house on 30A, a Smoky Mountain cabin, or a place your family can escape to for years to come.

That’s what makes vacation rentals so different from most investments. You’re not just building an asset. You’re building memories too.

Your kids grow up taking the same beach trips every summer.
Your family has a place to gather for holidays.
And when you’re not using it, the property can generate income along the way.

That’s exactly what we help people do at The Short Term Shop.

We’re a nationwide real estate brokerage that specializes in helping people buy short term rentals in the top vacation markets in the country. We help investors analyze deals, connect with expert agents, and learn how to actually manage these properties successfully.

Comment "group" to join our free Facebook group with over 80,000 short term rental investors and hosts.

The Short Term Shop
Short Term Rental Expert Realtors
800-898-1498
[email protected]

05/27/2026

There’s a tax strategy nicknamed the “short term rental loophole” where some Airbnb owners are legally lowering their taxes, sometimes all the way to zero.

The basic idea:
If you own a short term rental and materially participate in managing it, the losses from that property may be able to offset your active income.

That’s why so many high income earners have started paying attention to Airbnbs over the last few years.

Comment "tax" and we’ll send you our free STR tax guide.

We are not CPAs or tax professionals. Please consult your CPA about your specific situation.

The Short Term Shop
Short Term Rental Expert Realtors
800-898-1498
[email protected]

05/27/2026

How to win in a declining market 🤔

Follow to learn how to operate like the top 10% of short-term rental owners!

Dreaming about owning a beach house that can double as an investment? 🌴Gulf Shores has become one of the most popular va...
05/26/2026

Dreaming about owning a beach house that can double as an investment? 🌴

Gulf Shores has become one of the most popular vacation rental markets on the Gulf Coast thanks to its beaches, family friendly tourism, warm weather, and strong short term rental demand.

In this carousel, we’re featuring a few Gulf Shores area listings that investors should have on their radar 👀

Whether you’re looking for a beachfront condo, a house with a pool, or a vacation home your family can actually use too, there are still opportunities in this market.

Comment "gulf" and we’ll send you our free Gulf Shores investment guide with everything you need to know about investing in this market.

The Short Term Shop
Short Term Rental Expert Realtors
800-898-1498
[email protected]

05/25/2026

312 Oak Vista Ct, Sevierville, TN

4 bed, 4.5 bath cabin with:
Indoor heated pool

Long range mountain views

Game room + hot tub

48+ reviews with a 4.98 rating

This property generated over $103K in gross rental income from June 2025 through December 2025.

Located just minutes from Dollywood and the Parkway, this is the type of large cabin guests actively search for when booking group trips in the Smokies.

The property is also self managed and set up for a smooth transition to the next owner.

Comment "mountain" for our Smoky Mountain investing guide.

The Short Term Shop
Short Term Rental Expert Realtors
800-898-1498
mailto:[email protected]

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