466. Hosting Hotline: Should You Try Midterm Rentals? Here’s What to Know Before You List

In this week’s Hosting Hotline, we’re answering a question we hear all the time: Should I consider midterm rentals (30+ day stays)? If you’re wondering whether it’s the right move for your property, this episode will help you break it down.We cover the pros, cons, and what it really looks like to add midterm rentals into your hosting strategy—including Sarah’s firsthand experience with listing on Furnished Finder during the off-season.We break down:What counts as a midterm rental—and how it’s different from STRs and LTRsThe pros: lower turnover, longer stays, consistent income, and guest qualityThe cons: more hands-on screening process, less automationWhy midterm guests are not just short-term guests staying longerHow to test the waters using platforms like Furnished FinderWhat amenities, furniture, and stocking levels midterm guests expectHow to check demand in your market before jumping inA $30-off listing code to get started risk-free on Furnished FinderWe’re also joined by Tanya Shin, Chief Growth Officer at Furnished Finder, who shares trends they’re seeing (hint: it’s not just nurses anymore) and the best way to see if your city is midterm-ready.Mentioned in this episode:Join us for our live Get More Bookings Bootcamp.