Are you a real estate investor, agent, or house hacker looking for better cash flow and lower tenant drama? In this episode of Landlord Diaries, we sit down with Ryan Long, an Oregon-based Keller Williams broker and midterm rental pro who’s using Furnished Finder to create serious income and real estate deal flow. This episode also touches on how to be a landlord in such a market.

Ryan shares what he wishes he knew before listing on Furnished Finder, how he leverages house hacking to acquire and optimize rentals, and why midterm rentals are the main strategy that makes sense in high-cost markets. You’ll hear real examples of client deals saved by midterm rentals, insider tips on tenant demand, AI tools that improve your listings instantly, and why agents should stop sleeping on monthly furnished housing.

If you’re trying to scale your rental business or just get one smart deal off the ground, this episode will open your eyes to the massive opportunity in monthly rentals.

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https://www.furnishedfinder.com/list-your-property

(Use code LLD10 for $10 off new listings)

⏱️Timestamps:

0:00 Meet today’s guest: broker, investor, and house hacker Ryan Long
2:10 Ryan’s path from finance to real estate and investing
3:50 Why Ryan started with monthly midterm rentals
5:25 A look inside Ryan’s house hacking portfolio and strategies
7:40 The biggest surprise about midterm rentals? The nonstop demand
9:10 Why monthly rentals are a win for real estate clients in transition
11:15 The “Cat Lady” story: How Ryan’s MTR solved a listing challenge
12:45 Why today’s real estate market makes midterm rentals a must-have strategy
15:25 The most common tenant types using Furnished Finder
16:35 What to look for in a property if you want to start with MTRs
20:35 How house hacking + MTR can turn “bad deals” into big wins
25:15 Helping your real estate clients transition into monthly rentals
26:25 Lessons Ryan wishes he knew before getting started with Furnished Finder
27:30 The untapped opportunity for real estate agents in the MTR space
28:30 Why Ryan says “don’t even start” without Furnished Finder
29:20 Round Table: Lessons learned, booking windows, and setup hacks

Trending Midterm Rental Resources:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

Ryan’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=ryan.long79

The Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.

Insurance midterm rentals (iMTR) are one of the most profitable and purpose-driven niches in real estate investing. In this episode of Landlord Diaries, we sit down with Jason and Jaclyn McClure, co-founders of Vetted Homes, to uncover how they've built a thriving business around housing displaced families through insurance-paid monthly rentals.

You’ll learn why iMTR falls within Furnished Finder’s fastest-growing tenant type (185% YoY growth), how to analyze a potential iMTR property, how to price correctly, work with insurance companies, and the truth about tenant screening. We also cover why rental arbitrage can be a powerful tool for testing new markets and what actually makes an ideal iMTR home.

Whether you’re a real estate investor looking for consistent cash flow, a new landlord, or exploring rental arbitrage, this episode will show you why iMTR might be your most rewarding strategy yet.

🎯 Highlights:

• iMTR 101: What it is and why it's booming
• Real-life success stories and heartfelt impact
• Key differences between iMTR, STR, and LTR
• What insurance companies look for in a rental
• The iMTR booking process and lease structure

List Your Property Now on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/list-your-property

(Use code LLD10 for $10 off new listings)

Timestamps:

0:00 Welcome to The Landlord Diaries: Meet Kelly, Katie, and the iMTR Experts
3:00 iMTR Explained: What Are Insurance Midterm Rentals?
3:55 Inside Jason & Jackie’s Nationwide iMTR Portfolio
5:20 How Rental Arbitrage Helps You Test Properties and Build Fast
10:05 The iMTR “Aha Moment” That Changed Their Real Estate Strategy Forever
14:30 Finding iMTR Hotspots: Which Markets Work Best?
17:10 Does Age of the Property or Neighborhood Affect Bookings?
19:15 The Ideal iMTR Property: What Insurance Families Actually Need
21:50 How to Price an iMTR: Real Strategies for Maximum Returns
24:15 Booking an Insurance Stay: Working with Adjusters, Agencies, and Lease Matchers
28:15 How Leases Work with Relocation Companies and Insurance Agencies
30:30 Should You Screen iMTR Tenants? The Pros and Cons
38:00 Why iMTR Can Be the Most Meaningful Investment You’ll Make
41:00 Rapid Fire: Lessons Learned, Top Furnishings, and Using AI in iMTR
49:00 Learn More About Vetted Homes and How to Get Involved

Trending Midterm Rental Resources:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

Guest’s Listings on Furnished Finder:

https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Jaclyn.McClure

The Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.

When long-term rentals stopped making sense, Cameron Carrozza pivoted to monthly (midterm) rentals and the numbers speak for themselves. In this episode, you'll learn how Cam went from collecting $925 in monthly rent to bringing in $2,500 for one unit by converting his duplexes into fully furnished midterm rentals. With six properties on Furnished Finder and average guest stays of 9–10 months, Cam shares how he hit the 1% rule (and beyond), the types of guests he loves hosting, and how he built a high-cashflow, low-maintenance real estate business.

Whether you're a seasoned landlord or just thinking about your first rental, this episode is packed with real numbers, smart strategies, and inspiring stories including the exact ROI Cam got from furnishing one unit and how he tested a brand-new market with just one listing and zero furniture.

🔗 List Your Property on Furnished Finder:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/list-your-property

(Use code LLD10 for $10 off new listings)

⏱️ Time Stamps:

0:00 Welcome to Landlord Diaries, The Monthly Rentals Podcast
2:45 How Cam went from California to 7 duplexes in small-town America
6:05 When long-term rentals stop cash flowing, what’s next?
8:30 Hitting (and exceeding) the 1% rule with monthly rentals
10:00 Is furnishing worth it? How to calculate ROI
11:45 Why safe neighborhoods matter to midterm tenants
13:20 What size homes convert best to MTR?
13:55 Can studios work for monthly rentals? Cam shares a surprise win
15:15 How to spot a great investment deal
17:00 Cam’s average stay length and who he loves to host
18:50 How Furnished Finder became a key part of his strategy
20:35 Advice for getting started with monthly rentals
21:40 Testing markets on Furnished Finder when data is limited
24:25 The underrated power of being the only listing in town
25:50 Why you should list every unit separately on Furnished Finder
26:40 How MTRs compare to long-term rentals
27:55 Property Management: Long-term vs mid-term
31:15 Remote property management tips that keep things simple
35:15 Cam’s process for leases, screening, and renewals
37:20 Cam’s best advice for first-time monthly rental hosts
39:50 Rapid Fire: If your property had a theme song

📍 Explore Monthly Rental Resources:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources

🛏️ Cam’s Listings on Furnished Finder:
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=cameron.carrozza

The Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.