This week, Mary welcomes Shawn Moore, an experienced real estate investor and host of the Vacation Rental Revolution podcast. Shawn, who started his investment journey twenty-five years ago, shares his odyssey from fix-and-flip investments to pioneering the short-term rental market. He discusses the importance of lifestyle freedom, the impact of the 2008 financial crisis on his career, and how it led him to focus on vacation rentals.

The conversation explores the idea of financial and lifestyle freedom, the significance of creating memorable experiences in real estate, and how Shawn turned his journey into a unique venture with Vodyssey, his vacation rental investing education company. Shawn also touches on the current “trust recession” in the market, as well as the importance of authenticity in business. The episode wraps up with Shawn sharing some insightful anecdotes about his life and relationships, emphasizing the value of individual journeys and genuine connections.

Topics Include:

• The Origin of Vodyssey: A Journey of Rebranding
• Revolutionizing the Short-term Rental Space
• The Importance of Authenticity in Business
• Unpacking the Concept of a Trust Recession
• Financial Freedom vs. Lifestyle Freedom

Connect with Shawn & Vodyssey:

Website

LinkedIn

Instagram

Podcast

YouTube

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

Shawn’s Book: What the Hell Is a Lifestyle Asset?

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Produced By: Social Chameleon