On this week’s episode, Avery is joined by Ari Rastagar. Ari shares how he built a multibillion-dollar real estate firm starting with just $3,500 and explains why real estate is far more operationally complex than most beginners expect. He dives into the importance of risk management, due diligence, and local market expertise, highlighting common mistakes investors make—especially when relying too heavily on spreadsheets instead of real-world context. The conversation also explores why short term rentals require an intense focus on customer experience and operations, and how scaling systems and processes is key to long-term success.

How to connect with Ari:

Website: https://rastegarcapital.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arirastegar/
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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@arirastegar

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For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s books:

Smarter Short Term Rentals - Buy it on Amazon
Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties – Buy it on Amazon