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EPISODE · Apr 2, 2026 · 11 MIN

Why Most Short Term Rentals Barely Break Even (And What Changes That)

from Masters of Real Estate · host Mathew Owens

Grab our FREE 200-Point Due Diligence Checklist that we use to analyze each of our deals here: https://mathewowens.com/due-diligence-checklist/  Most investors approach short term rentals with the wrong mental model from the start. They find a nice property, run basic numbers, and assume demand will follow. In this episode, Matt Owens breaks down why that approach leads to underperformance — and what the investors who actually win are doing differently. What you'll learn: Why the property type you choose determines your revenue ceiling before you ever take a booking How designing for large group stays changes the entire pricing and cash flow model What most investors underestimate about the operational workload — and how to structure around it The difference between average property management and a system that runs without you How short term rentals unlock a unique tax loophole that long term rentals can't access How Matt's joint venture program lets investors participate passively without qualifying for financing or managing the asset Our goal is to teach you how to be a real estate investor and create financial freedom for yourself through real estate. Building assets that create passive cash flow is the only way to truly be free and stop trading your time for money. It's time to take action and control your future. GET IN TOUCH ✅ www.mathewowens.com ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mathewowens/ ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mathew_owens1/ #realestateinvesting #passiveincome #wealthbuilding #financialeducation 

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