EP: 2033•4 Apr 2025

I make $100K+ a year on Airbnb (from just ONE property)⎥Ep. 2033

About this episode

In this episode, we're joined for Case Study Sunday by Elliot.

He's a West Coast investor who makes over $100,000 a year from a single Airbnb property in Franz Josef.

Elliot breaks down:

How much he actually takes home after costs
The clever hacks he uses to attract high-paying guests
And how he’d do it all again in today’s market.
We also unpack what makes Franz Josef one of NZ’s top Airbnb spots — and how you can tell whether a short-term rental stacks up better than a long-term one.

If you’ve ever dreamed of turning one property into six figures, this episode is a must-listen.

Inspired by today's case study? Find out if you can afford an investment property with our quick quiz.

Ok, now for the legal bit:

The Property Academy Podcast is for your general information. It’s not financial advice.

So the hosts aren’t telling you what to do with your own money. We’ve made every effort to make sure the information is accurate. But we occasionally get the odd fact wrong.

Make sure you do your own research or talk to a financial adviser before making any investment decisions.

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