Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re joined by Lucas Piper, the owner and founder of Five Star Vacation Home Rentals, for an in-depth conversation about his journey in the short-term rental (STR) industry. Lucas’s path began with transforming his own home into a vacation rental, which evolved into a thriving career combining his passions for travel, hospitality, and helping others. With a background in social work and a wealth of life experience, including time spent volunteering in Guatemala, Lucas has built a business that focuses on delivering 5-star experiences for guests while mentoring investors and homeowners to achieve financial freedom.

In this episode, Lucas shares how he transitioned from a career in social work to real estate, leveraging his experiences to build a unique STR brand in the competitive Austin market. He discusses his journey of starting with house hacking and Arbitrage properties, overcoming challenges in partnerships, and scaling his business with integrity and a guest-centric approach. Lucas emphasizes the importance of community, values-driven decision-making, and maintaining a strong brand in achieving success.

Tune in now to discover Lucas’s story and gain valuable insights into building a thriving STR business while fostering meaningful connections within the industry!

TIMESTAMPS

03:10 - Guest Intro: Lucas Piper

06:45 - From house hacking to STRs

13:20 - Masterminds and finding mentorship

19:00 - Overcoming challenges with Arbitrage properties

27:15 - Transitioning full-time into STR management

36:40 - The importance of values-driven decision-making

43:20 - Building the Five Star Vacation Home Rentals brand

48:10 - Community-building efforts and mentoring

50:10 - Final thoughts and Lucas’s vision for the future

Connect with the Guest:

Website: https://www.fivestarvhr.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucas-piper-10777056/

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