KarWell Chronicles
The KarWells are Short Term Rental investors, hosts, & designers who started expanding their Airbnb portfolio in early 2020! Throughout this journey they have learned many lessons, good and bad, and want to share that experience. Come along as they dive into all things Airbnb, passive income, investing, and being in business with your best friend!
KarWell Chronicles
The KarWells are back! Time to Catch Up!
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In this episode of "Catch Up with the KarWells," Sarah and Emily return after a year-long hiatus, discussing the challenges they faced balancing personal and professional lives, especially after Emily became a mother. They reflect on the overwhelming demand for the podcast's return and their commitment to making it more consistent and high-quality. The conversation covers their experiences over the past year, including the anxiety of last-minute property bookings and the impact of regulatory changes on their short-term rental business in Michigan. They emphasize the importance of community support and share their excitement for future podcast episodes.
Podcast Return Announcement (00:00:06)
Reasons for the Hiatus (00:00:22)
Audience Reaction to Hiatus (00:02:38)
Goals for the Podcast's Return (00:03:27)
Impact of Audience Engagement (00:03:42)
Outsourcing Podcast Production (00:04:38)
Personal Growth and Asking for Help (00:05:06)
Year in Review Introduction (00:05:51)
Struggles in the Rental Business (00:06:17)
Anxiety from Last-Minute Bookings (00:08:04)
Regulatory Challenges in Michigan (00:13:08)
The Importance of Community Support (00:15:46)
Regulatory Challenges in Short-Term Rentals (00:16:26)
Learning from Local Regulation (00:17:34)
Navigating Stress and Growth (00:19:25)
Embracing Subtraction and Realignment (00:20:56)
Balancing Growth and Capacity (00:22:03)
Outsourcing for Efficiency (00:24:02)
Revising Social Contracts (00:25:57)
Adjusting to New Boundaries (00:29:01)
Solo Parenting Challenges (00:30:05)
The Struggles of Parenthood and Entrepreneurship (00:31:14)
Emotional Chaos Behind the Scenes (00:32:00)
Legal Challenges in Short-Term Rentals (00:32:47)
Corruption in Local Politics (00:33:35)
Community Support Amidst Legal Issues (00:36:29)
Exciting Instagram Milestone (00:37:49)
The Launch of a New E-Commerce Brand (00:40:00)
Successful Retreat Planning (00:40:58)
Future Aspirations for E-Commerce (00:42:25)
Real Estate Passion (00:46:14)
Social Media vs. Real Estate (00:46:26)
Working Together (00:46:41)
Retreat Experience (00:47:10)
Community Connection (00:48:31)
Capital Raising Success (00:49:27)
Navigating Challenges (00:50:16)
Accessing Funds (00:52:05)
Building Trust (00:53:40)
Surviving Motherhood (00:53:57)
Wrapping Up (00:55:53)
Hosted by Emily Karnaz & Sarah Glidewell // The KarWells
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