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27th May 2026

97: Industrial Flex Spaces: A Passive Rental Opportunity for Short-Term Rental Owners with Yasha Wells

Have you considered expanding your portfolio outside of short-term rentals? In today’s episode, I’m talking with capital raiser Yasha Wells about opportunities available for investors in industrial flex spaces. Plus, how to invest in these properties without having to do all the work typical of a short-term rental.

Time-stamps:

Meet Yasha Wells (1:47)

The transition from realtor to capital raiser (3:50)

Choosing to focus on industrial flex properties (6:26)

Yasha’s previous experiences with short-term rentals (13:44)

How private equity can create passive income (17:54)

Understanding what private equity is (20:01)

20% off your annual subscription of Lodgify (21:29)

How to find and connect with a potential operator (22:32)

Advice on becoming someone who raises capital (28:26)

One of Yasha’s best success stories (32:57)

When Yasha lost access to her Instagram (35:30)

How to be the best in your brand and market (41:14)

Mentioned in This Episode:

Use code “bmpod20” 20% off your annual subscription of Lodgify: brandandmarket.co/lodgify

If I Had $50k to Invest… Here’s Exactly Where I’d Put It: investors.blueprintindustrialcapital.com/if-i-had-50k-to-invest

Before You Invest in a Real Estate Deal, Ask These 10 Questions: investors.blueprintindustrialcapital.com/tenquestionstoask

Connect with Yasha:

Website: blueprintindustrialcapital.com

Instagram: instagram.com/_yashawells

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/yashawells

Youtube: youtube.com/@yashawells

Connect with Ali:

Website: brandandmarket.co

Instagram: instagram.com/brandandmarket.co

Book a discovery call with Ali: brandandmarket.17hats.com/p#/scheduling

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The Brand & Market Podcast - Turning Airbnb Listings into Legacies
A podcast for Airbnb hosts who want more than just bookings—they want a brand that guests remember.

Hosted by Ali Haney, a Superhost for over six years with 200+ 5-star reviews, each episode dives into the real-world strategies that turn short-term rentals into standout experiences.

You’ll get practical insights on branding, marketing, and guest experience that help you increase nightly rates, attract your ideal guests, and make your Airbnb business work for you. Plus, hear from experts in real estate, design, and hospitality sharing tips you can implement right away.

No fluff. No guessing. Just actionable advice for Airbnb hosts ready to elevate their listings and create a business that lasts.

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