Lessons Learned from Working at Airbnb to Starting a Business with Paul Kromidas

In this episode, new host Mark Lumpkin sits down with industry veteran Paul Kromidas, who transformed his career at Airbnb into launching a highly successful short-term rental business. Paul explains how he overcame “imaginary barriers”—a common mindset among parents and aspiring investors—and embraced bold, calculated risks to build an asset-heavy, cash-flow–rich model. He offers actionable insights on raising capital, balancing host and guest experiences, and leveraging innovative strategies in today’s evolving market. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale your portfolio, Paul’s journey provides a powerful roadmap to achieving long-term success in short-term rentals. Check out his website here: https://www.summeros.com/__Episode Sponsored By:STR SearchSTR Search is the industry leading property finder service. They've helped investors acquire over 215 profitable STRs across the US. If you'd like the data professionals to help you find your next STR, reach out to STRsearch.com