Ep 03 Part 2: Is Coliving Right For You? The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly with PadSplit Host Heather Wren

In this episode of The One Room at a Time podcast, host Atticus LeBlanc, CEO of PadSplit, continues the conversation with Heather Wren, the first PadSplit host. Heather shares her experiences of transitioning from managing properties in Atlanta to scaling her investments from abroad. She discusses the upgrades and systems she implemented, how she found local help for property management, and how she continues to expand her portfolio while investing into her residents. Heather also talks about the empathy developed through hosting, the importance of hands-on management, and the evolving dynamics of the coliving property market. She shares inspiring stories, such as mentoring Kiara, a PadSplit member turned Host, and offers advice to prospective coliving hosts. The episode highlights both the personal and financial impacts of strategic property investment and management.00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back00:29 Heather's Journey from Atlanta to Spain02:42 Scaling the PadSplit Business05:27 Becoming a Successful PadSplit Host10:47 Training the Next Generation of Hosts16:39 Rapid Fire Questions21:50 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsOne Room at a Time podcast: https://padsplit.com/podcastConnect with Atticus LeBlanc on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/atticus-leblanc-3960466/Connect with Heather Wren on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-wren-870807b/ Heather’s new coliving services: https://www.instagram.com/colivingsuccess/​Heather’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colivingsuccess/​References: PadSplit Host Resources: https://www.padsplit.com/hosts Cook’s Illustrated Green Bean Casserole: https://www.americastestkitchen.com/recipes/3182-classic-green-bean-casseroleThe Best Cookbook: https://a.co/d/8pXSnh3 Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki: https://a.co/d/dDTOYzr Architect Santiago Calatrava: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Santiago_Calatrava