Online STR Training Series
Hello friends, this is Mike Fish with Minnesota Real Estate and Management, and I’m thrilled to finally carve out the time to build a resource I’ve wanted to create for years—our brand-new Short-Term Rental (STR) Training Series.
Over the last several years, I’ve talked to thousands of people who are curious about vacation-home investing. I’ve analyzed over a thousand properties, helped buyers evaluate opportunities, guided families who inherited cabins, and partnered with owners to develop, manage, and grow profitable STRs across Central Minnesota.
During that time, one thing has become crystal clear:
There is a lot to know, and people need a trustworthy place to turn for real answers.
Why This Series Exists
Every week I get two to three calls that start with:
“We’re inheriting this property…”
“We’re thinking about buying a place…”
“We already own a cabin—should we rent it?”
And those conversations almost always take multiple discussions.
Why?
Because short-term rentals involve a lot of moving parts:
Choosing the right property
Understanding licensing and local rules
Setting it up properly for guests
Deciding whether to self-manage or hire a manager
Knowing how to price, market, and operate
Determining long-term ROI
Even knowing when it’s time to sell
After repeating the same foundational information hundreds of times, I realized:
It’s time to put this knowledge into a format anyone can access anytime.
What You’ll Learn
This training series is designed to walk you through the big picture and the small details of:
✅ STR acquisition
✅ Property evaluation
✅ Development and setup
✅ Management best practices
✅ Guest experience systems
✅ Revenue optimization
✅ When and how to sell
…and everything in between.
If you’re considering buying a lake home, inheriting a family property, or simply trying to understand whether an STR is right for you, this will be a powerful place to start.
Free, Open, and Built for You
We were encouraged to charge for this content or require sign-ups—but that’s not the direction we want to take. At least for now, we’re simply sharing it openly.
This is a free resource for anyone who wants to understand the real-world process of owning, developing, or managing a vacation rental in Central Minnesota.
And of course—this doesn’t replace personal conversations.
My cell phone is all over our website for a reason.
Call or text anytime.
If you have questions about a specific property or situation, I’m more than happy to help.
I Truly Hope This Helps
Whether you’re comparing lake homes, evaluating a potential investment, or trying to figure out if an STR fits your lifestyle and financial goals, my sincere hope is that this series gives you clarity and confidence.
Thanks for being here—and stay tuned for the full STR Training Series.
– Mike Fish
Minnesota Real Estate & Management
