In the first episode of How to Build an Airbnb Empire, you'll meet Sam Parr — the founder of The Hustle, a daily business newsletter and community, which sold to HubSpot for millions of dollars in spring 2021. Sam unpacks why, after building an incredibly successful internet business, he's investing in short-term-rentals. Sam explains how he determined where to build his first Airbnb, how he thought through the pros and cons of various locations, and why he's bullish on building unique escapes 2(ish) hours from major metro areas. This special series is brought to you Behind the Stays — a podcast that brings you the stories behind your favorite Airbnbs and the host who've made them memorable. Behind the Stays is brought to you by Sponstayneous. Each week, Sponstayneous brings thousands of subscribers the best last-minute deals and upcoming steals on Airbnb. Subscribe for free at www.sponstayneous.com.