545. The New Rules of Buying Short-Term Rentals in 2026
The short-term rental market is shifting—and what worked even a few years ago won’t cut it anymore.
In this episode, we sit down with Kenny Bedwell to break down the new rules of buying short-term rentals in 2026. From changing demand patterns to increased competition and rising guest expectations, we’re unpacking what’s actually happening in the market—and how to adapt.
Kenny shares how he’s still finding profitable deals across the country, why average properties are falling behind, and what it takes to create a top-performing listing today.
They get into:
Where STR investors should be…
The skinny
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