Episode 45

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28th May 2025

Does My Short-Term Rental Need a Social Media Account?

Let’s talk truth about social media and short-term rentals: is Instagram a brilliant brand builder or just more busy work?

In this episode, I unpack how to evaluate whether building a social presence is worth it for your rental property, based on your long-term goals. I share personal lessons from managing “The Commonwealth,” our own rental-turned-brand, and highlight case studies like Bolt Farm Treehouse and Pink Dreams Cottage, who’ve done social media incredibly well.

Time-stamps:

Considering the longevity of your project (1:55)

Property owners that are doing social media well (5:32)

The behind-the-scenes of our property, The Commonwealth (8:57)

Power Hour (11:08)

Keeping up with content creation (12:26)

Tips for staying consistent and batching (16:12)

Social media should only be part of your marketing plan (17:14)

Mentioned in This Episode:

Take the Quiz: tryinteract.com/share/quiz/67b64381e7fc2f0015f9ad97

Bolt Farm Treehouse: instagram.com/boltfarmtreehouse

Pink Dreams Cottage: instagram.com/pinkdreamscottage

Metricool: metricool.com

Later: later.com/try/trial

Plann: plannthat.com

Power Hour: Power Hour on Mondays at 1PM EST

Website: brandandmarket.co

Instagram: instagram.com/brandandmarket.co

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About the Podcast

The Brand & Market Podcast
A Branding & Marketing Podcast for Entrepreneurs
Welcome to The Brand & Market Podcast, where branding clarity meets marketing strategy—for realtors and short-term rental owners. Hosted by Ali Haney, founder of Brand & Market, each episode breaks down the complexities of building a standout brand and marketing plan so you can attract your dream clients or guests.

From brand-building basics to advanced marketing tactics, Ali brings a unique blend of expertise and intuition to help you grow a brand that feels like you and a business that works for you. And it’s not just Ali’s insights—you’ll also hear from guest experts who share their proven strategies and fresh perspectives on real estate, investing, and short-term rentals.

Whether you're a realtor looking to build a memorable personal brand that generates consistent referrals, or a short-term rental owner aiming to create an unforgettable guest experience, you’ll find actionable tips, real-life examples, and industry insights here.

No fluff, no sugarcoating—just honest, practical advice to help you stand out in a crowded market and achieve your goals.

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