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Confessions of a Host

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Welcome to Confessions of a Host, where we spill the tea on all things short-term rentals. We’re Natalie and Mariam—moms, operators, and business owners managing a growing portfolio of properties and we’re pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to run a hosting business. From the wins to the chaos, the mistakes to the strategies, we talk about the things most hosts won’t say out loud. No fluff, no sugarcoating—just honest conversations, practical insights, and a little bit of drama along the way.

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Recent Episodes

August 7, 2026

Beyond Airbnb: How to Build a Direct Booking Business

What if you could turn your Airbnb guests into repeat customers—and stop relying entirely on third-party platforms?In this episode of Confessions of a Host, we’re diving into the world of direct bookings and why building your own booking strategy can be a game changer for short-term rental hosts. We’ll talk about how to encourage guests to book directly, create a strong guest database, stay connected with past guests, and build a system that can generate repeat bookings outside of Airbnb and Vrbo.Whether you manage one property or an entire portfolio, direct bookings can help you build a stronger brand, create lasting guest relationships, and have more control over your business.If you’re ready to go beyond Airbnb and start building a business you actually own, this episode is for you. Connect with us on instagram: @confessionsofahost

July 30, 2026

Mastering Revenue Management with Federico Zimerman

What separates high-performing vacation rentals from the rest? It's not just beautiful design or five-star reviews—it's smart revenue management.In this episode of Confessions of a Host, we're joined by Federico Zimerman, a revenue management expert, to break down the strategies that help vacation rental owners and property managers maximize bookings and increase profits. We dive into dynamic pricing, market trends, common pricing mistakes, seasonality, owner expectations, and the metrics that truly matter when growing a successful short-term rental business.Whether you're managing one Airbnb or an entire portfolio, Federico shares practical insights and real-world examples that will help you make more informed pricing decisions and unlock your property's earning potential. Connect with Federico:https://www.instagram.com/federico.zimerman/https://www.revfactor.io/review Connect with us:https://www.instagram.com/confessionsofahost/

July 16, 2026

From 18 to 140 Units in Just a Few Months with Cameron Masters

In this episode, we sit down with our friend Cameron Masters to discuss how he completely transformed his business by scaling from 14 units to 140 in just a matter of months through the acquisition of an established property management company in Lake Tahoe.We dive into every stage of the acquisition process—from finding the right business and securing financing to successfully taking over operations and growing it to the next level. Cameron shares the biggest challenges he faced during the transition, the lessons he learned along the way, and the advice he'd give to anyone considering buying an existing company instead of starting from scratch. You can find Cameron on Instagram: instagram.com/cameron.masters_ You can find us at: instagram.com/confessionsofahost instagram.com/nataliebykovinstagram.com/hostiwthmariam

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What is Confessions of a Host?: Welcome to Confessions of a Host, where we spill the tea on all things short-term rentals.

We’re Natalie and Mariam—moms, operators, and business owners managing a growing portfolio of properties and we’re pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to run a hosting business. From the wins to the chaos, the mistakes to the strategies, we talk about the things most hosts won’t say out loud.

No fluff, no sugarcoating—just honest conversations, practical insights, and a little bit of drama along the way.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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