The Short Term Shop is the #1 short term rental real estate team in the U.S., with over $3.5 billion in closed STR transactions and 5,000+ investors served across top vacation rental markets.
We specialize in helping real estate investors buy, set up, and self-manage cash-flowing Airbnb and vacation rental properties in America’s most profitable markets—including the Smoky Mountains (TN), Destin & 30A (FL), Panama City Beach, Gulf Shores (AL), Broken Bow (OK), Branson (MO), Blue Ridge (GA), and more.
Founded by Avery Carl, author of Short Term Rental, Long Term Wealth and Smarter STRs, our team is built to guide investors from first deal to full portfolio with a unique focus on education, automation, and long-term equity growth.
Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned investor looking to scale, our licensed realtors are also experienced short term rental operators themselves—offering unmatched insight into market trends, setup, revenue potential, pricing strategy, and remote management tools.
We go beyond transactions. Every client gets access to our exclusive training platform, Short Term Shop Plus, including:
Weekly group coaching calls
Setup checklists and calculators
Remote management software tutorials
Mastermind groups and community Q&A
Our mission is simple: help you build wealth through smart, data-driven short term rental investing.
📞 Let’s connect if you’re:
Thinking about buying your first Airbnb
Expanding into new STR markets
Looking for investor-friendly agents who understand the numbers
Tired of traditional agents who don’t “get” vacation rentals
🌐 Visit: www.theshorttermshop.com
📧 Email: agents@theshorttermshop.com
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Website
www.theshorttermshop.com
Phone
(800) 898-1498
Address: 90 Spires Lane #11A, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459, United States
Industry: Real Estate Agents and Brokers
Company size: 51-200 employees
19 associated members LinkedIn members who’ve listed The Short Term Shop Brokered by eXp Realty as their current workplace on their profile.
Headquarters
Franklin, TN
Founded
2017
Specialties
vacation home rental, STR, AirBNB, VRBO, and short term rental investing
Pros and Cons of Remote Short Term Rental Ownership
For many investors, the dream of short term rental investing goes beyond buying in their own backyard. Maybe you live in a city with limited vacation rental demand, but you’ve been eyeing the Smoky Mountains, the Emerald Coast of Florida, or Broken Bow, Oklahoma. The good news? Thanks to today’s tools and systems, remote short term rental ownership is not only possible — it’s more common than ever.
But just like any investment strategy, there are both advantages and challenges to consider before buying a vacation rental in a market far from home. Let’s break it down.
The Pros of Remote Short Term Rental Ownership
1. Access to Stronger Markets
The biggest benefit is the ability to invest where the numbers make sense. Maybe your local market doesn’t allow short term rentals or simply doesn’t attract tourists. By buying remotely, you can target proven destinations like the Smoky Mountains, Gulf Shores, or the North Georgia Mountains.
👉 Learn more: Buying a Short Term Rental in the Smoky Mountains
2. Diversification of Income
Owning rentals in different regions helps protect your portfolio. If one market slows due to seasonality or regulations, another market may be thriving. This type of diversification is especially attractive to investors scaling from one to five properties.
👉 Related: Scaling from 1 to 5 Properties
3. It’s Easier Than You Think
Many new investors worry that managing a vacation rental remotely is complicated, but the reality is that with proper training it often takes less than one hour a week per property. Guests don’t typically bombard you with questions, and most communication can be automated.
The Short Term Shop trains every client on how to self-manage remotely, including:
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Automated messaging systems
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Digital guidebooks for guests
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Smart locks and security systems
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Vendor contacts for cleaning and maintenance
The Cons of Remote Short Term Rental Ownership
1. Limited Local Presence
If something goes wrong, you can’t just hop in your car and handle it yourself. That’s why having a reliable network of vendors (cleaners, handymen, HVAC techs) is crucial.
Fortunately, at The Short Term Shop, our team of savvy short term rental agents connects you with trusted local vendors in every market we serve.
2. Higher Learning Curve
Remote owners need to be disciplined about learning market-specific nuances — like seasonality, regulations, and guest expectations. That’s why we always recommend working with a short term rental expert who knows the local landscape.
👉 Explore: Choosing the Right Short Term Rental Market
3. Financing & Insurance Challenges
Some lenders and insurance providers are stricter about out-of-state ownership. This isn’t a dealbreaker, but it’s something to account for in your upfront planning.
