What the Top 10% of STRs Are Doing Differently (According to Data) Kenny Bedwell

What actually makes one short-term rental crush it… while another barely books? Today we sit down with Kenny Bedwell, a former data analyst turned short-term rental expert, to unpack what truly separates top-performing properties from the rest. We talk about why blending in is the fastest way to lose (and why your rental needs its own “Impossible Whopper”-style edge), how Kenny’s investment strategy has evolved over time, and what most hosts still misunderstand about ROI and aligning with real client goals. Whether you’re buying your very first property or scaling a growing portfolio, this conversation is packed with real-world, data-backed insights to help you stand out, book more, and build smarter in today’s ultra-competitive short-term rental market. Things we discussed in this episode: Kenny Bedwell’s “Impossible Whopper” analogy for making short-term rental properties unique. The importance of being in the top 10% of rental markets to achieve success. Kenny’s transition from data analyst to real estate investor and consultant. How Kenny helps clients find, analyze, and acquire short-term rental properties using data. The need to align investments with clients’ budgets, ROI goals, and personal preferences. Setting realistic expectations for short-term rental returns and correcting misconceptions. The significance of data-driven market analysis and adapting to changing market conditions. Consulting for current property owners, focusing on guest avatar and unique amenities. Kenny’s personal portfolio management strategies, use of teams, and focus on scaling up. Advice for new investors, including the importance of starting research early and leveraging expert resources (like STR Insights’ annual report). Get in touch with Kenny : Facebook - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youtube - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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What the Top 10% of STRs Are Doing Differently (According to Data) Kenny Bedwell is an episode from The Real Estate Law Podcast by Airbnb Superhost Jason Muth + Rory Gill.

This episode is 00:44:03 long.

This episode was published on Jan 20, 2026.

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