Nationwide Program

STaRt Smart Academy

Master the art of vacation rental hosting with personalized 1:1 coaching. Our proven systems have helped property owners across 15+ states build profitable, 5-star-rated short-term rental businesses.

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What You’ll Learn

A comprehensive coaching program designed to shorten the learning curve and set you up for long-term success.

8 One-on-One Sessions

Personalized Zoom coaching sessions with an experienced Host Coach to build your systems from scratch.

OwnerRez Mastery

Expert setup and training on OwnerRez property management software for automation and platform integration.

Tech Stack Setup

Dynamic pricing software, digital guidebooks, keyless entry, damage insurance, and channel management tools.

Revenue Optimization

Learn pricing strategies, seasonal adjustments, and market analysis to maximize your nightly rates.

Team Building

Guidance on hiring cleaners, maintenance crews, and building a reliable local support team.

5-Star Marketing

Craft compelling listings, professional photography tips, and strategies to earn consistent 5-star reviews.

Your Coaches

Meet Your Coaches

Stacy Parkelj

Founder

STR owner since 2006
Texas native
Coached owners in 15+ states
Detail-oriented guest experience designer
Collects hospitality ideas from every trip

Bobbi Lemery

Host Coach

Experienced STR operator
OwnerRez specialist
Guest experience expert
Systems and automation pro
Hunter mentality

Who This Is For

Is This Program Right for You?

New STR owners getting started

Existing hosts wanting to optimize

Owners looking to self-manage

Investors entering the cabin market

Hosts switching to OwnerRez

Owners in any US state

Exclusive Perks

But Wait, There’s More

When you work with The Utmost Host, you also get these exclusive benefits:

Access to deep discounts on property purchases like linens, toiletries and furniture

Connections to reputable cleaners and maintenance crews if needed

Options for property damage insurance so you do not have to worry about Airbnb and Vrbo claims processes

Host coaching tips to make your property five-star worthy

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Book a free consultation to learn how the STaRt Smart Academy can help you build a profitable STR business.

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