Sarah Pell knows how to make real estate work—whether it’s scaling short-term rentals, flipping properties, or securing consistent returns for her investors. Tune in to hear how she transitioned from teaching to building a successful real estate business, all while living life on the road. Packed with valuable tips and lessons learned, this episode is a masterclass in creative real estate investing.

What you’ll learn from this episode

• Sarah’s journey from teaching to becoming a remote real estate investor and short-term rental host

• Benefits of rental arbitrage and co-hosting to scale a real estate portfolio without traditional financing

• Essential apps for remote property management

• The importance of robust insurance and guest protection policies in the short-term rental business

• Advice for beginners on financial literacy, delayed gratification, and leveraging mentorships in real estate

Resources mentioned in this episode 

• BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast | Apple Podcasts 

• The Short Term Shop

• Airbnb

• Vrbo®

• OwnerRez

• Guesty

• Hospitable

• Turno

• PriceLabs 

• Dave Ramsey

• Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki | Paperback and Kindle 

About Sarah Pell

Sarah is a former teacher turned real estate investor and short-term rental expert who helps others grow their wealth through double-digit returns backed by real estate. Her investments are protected, secured, and insured by real estate assets, offering consistent, reliable returns for her investors. Sarah owns CP Vacation Rentals, a company managing short-term rentals in four markets across the United States.

Leveraging her expertise in remote property management, rental arbitrage, and co-hosting, Sarah has built a thriving portfolio while living a nomadic lifestyle. She is passionate about empowering others to achieve financial freedom through strategic real estate investments and is dedicated to delivering exceptional results for her clients and investors.

Connect with Sarah 

• Website: CP Vacation Homes 

• LinkedIn: Sarah Pell 

• Instagram: @sarah_pell_

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