Buying an Airbnb in Galveston and Crystal Beach, TX

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Dec 2025

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Welcome to the Short Term Shop's specific market series! In each episode of the series we'll be doing a deep dive on a particular aspect of owning/renting an Airbnb. Each episode will be hosted by a variety of short term shoppers as well as short term shop agents.

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December 18, 202532 min

Market Target Update with Kelsey

Luke Carl sits down with Kelsey to break down what’s really happening right now in the Crystal Beach and Galveston short term rental markets. They discuss why inventory is so high, how pricing has effectively rolled back to pre-2022 levels, and why today’s conditions strongly favor patient, well-informed buyers who are willing to negotiate. The conversation also digs into what types of homes are still performing well on the rental side, how amenities and size drive revenue, and what realistic offer strategies look like in a market flooded with options. Connect with an agent: agents@theshorttermshop.com Connect with us: The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/ https://stsplus.com/ Follow Avery Carl on Instagram Follow Avery Carl on TikTok Join the Short Term Shop Facebook group Check out the Short Term Shop on YouTube For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s books: Smarter Short Term Rentals - Buy it on Amazon Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties – Buy it on Amazon Chapters (00:00:00) - Real Estate Show(00:00:14) - Buyers and Sellers in Texas(00:05:16) - Buyers vs Sellers: The Landscape(00:11:12) - This Miami Beach House for Sale(00:16:18) - What is a pool on a home?(00:16:48) - Does Crystal Beach Have a Million-Dollar Buyer?(00:20:50) - This Galveston house has been for sale for three years(00:23:27) - Do You Offer a Lowball Offer For a Million-Dollar(00:25:07) - Have You Seen Anyone Offer 100k Under Asking?(00:27:31) - Golf Cart at Crystal Beach Property(00:29:14) - Six Bed Ocean Beach House for Sale

January 15, 202433 min

Airbnb Pricing and Calendar Management In Galveston and Crystal Beach, TX

In this episode of the series we cover calendar management and pricing. We touch on seasonality, Opening up single nights on your calendar, average lead times and more. Connect with Avery and the Short Term Shop: www.theshorttermshop.com www.strquestions.com Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth Book - https://amzn.to/3Adg6PA Short Term Show and Short Term Rental Management Show - https://linktr.ee/strmshow The Short Term Show - https://linktr.ee/theshorttermshow https://www.facebook.com/groups/shorttermshop https://theshorttermshop.com/cash-flow-calculator/ https://theshorttermshop.com/estimated-returns/ https://theshorttermshop.com/lp/crystalbeach/

January 12, 202437 min

Common Airbnb Management Occurrences In Galveston and Crystal Beach, TX

In this episode we'll discuss common occurrences within the market. We'll go over extreme weather and hurricanes, corrosion on smart locks, golf cart rentals, what warrants a refund and more. Connect with Avery and the Short Term Shop: www.theshorttermshop.com www.strquestions.com Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth Book - https://amzn.to/3Adg6PA Short Term Show and Short Term Rental Management Show - https://linktr.ee/strmshow The Short Term Show - https://linktr.ee/theshorttermshow https://www.facebook.com/groups/shorttermshop https://theshorttermshop.com/cash-flow-calculator/ https://theshorttermshop.com/estimated-returns/ https://theshorttermshop.com/lp/crystalbeach/

January 10, 202430 min

Setting Up Your Airbnb In Galveston and Crystal Beach, TX

In this episode of the series we'll cover setting up your Airbnbs in Galveston and Crystal Beach. We'll talk about what locks you need for this market, necessary kitchen supplies, how many sets of towels to have and more. Connect with Avery and the Short Term Shop: www.theshorttermshop.com www.strquestions.com Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth Book - https://amzn.to/3Adg6PA Short Term Show and Short Term Rental Management Show - https://linktr.ee/strmshow The Short Term Show - https://linktr.ee/theshorttermshow https://www.facebook.com/groups/shorttermshop https://theshorttermshop.com/cash-flow-calculator/ https://theshorttermshop.com/estimated-returns/ https://theshorttermshop.com/lp/crystalbeach/

January 8, 202436 min

The Real Estate Contract Process When Investing In Short Term Rentals In Galveston and Crystal Beach, TX

In this episode of the series we'll cover the real estate contract process. We'll discuss earnest money vs option money and their differences, financing contingency, final walkthrough and more. Connect with Avery and the Short Term Shop: www.theshorttermshop.com www.strquestions.com Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth Book - https://amzn.to/3Adg6PA Short Term Show and Short Term Rental Management Show - https://linktr.ee/strmshow The Short Term Show - https://linktr.ee/theshorttermshow https://www.facebook.com/groups/shorttermshop https://theshorttermshop.com/cash-flow-calculator/ https://theshorttermshop.com/estimated-returns/ https://theshorttermshop.com/lp/crystalbeach/

January 5, 202439 min

Financing Airbnbs In Galveston and Crystal Beach, TX

In this episode of the series we'll cover financing options for Airbnbs in Galveston/Crystal Beach. We'll discuss different conventional options, why points are now required, conventional vs jumbo, rules for second home loans, prepayment penalties and more. Connect with Avery and the Short Term Shop: www.theshorttermshop.com www.strquestions.com Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth Book - https://amzn.to/3Adg6PA Short Term Show and Short Term Rental Management Show - https://linktr.ee/strmshow The Short Term Show - https://linktr.ee/theshorttermshow https://www.facebook.com/groups/shorttermshop https://theshorttermshop.com/cash-flow-calculator/ https://theshorttermshop.com/estimated-returns/ https://theshorttermshop.com/lp/crystalbeach/

January 3, 202447 min

Building Your Short Term Rental Buying Team In Galveston and Crystal Beach, TX

In this episode of the series we'll be talking about building your buying team in this market. We'll cover finding agents and lenders, why you need to be working with people who are regulary working in the market you're buying in, utilizing your agent's local resources, home inspectors and more. Connect with Avery and the Short Term Shop: www.theshorttermshop.com www.strquestions.com Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth Book - https://amzn.to/3Adg6PA Short Term Show and Short Term Rental Management Show - https://linktr.ee/strmshow The Short Term Show - https://linktr.ee/theshorttermshow https://www.facebook.com/groups/shorttermshop https://theshorttermshop.com/cash-flow-calculator/ https://theshorttermshop.com/estimated-returns/ https://theshorttermshop.com/lp/crystalbeach/

January 1, 202440 min

Short Term Rental Expenses In Galveston and Crystal Beach, TX

In this episode of the series we'll cover standard expenses in the Galveston/Crystal Beach market. We'll talk about standard maintenance costs, cleaning costs and what they provide, insurance costs and more. Connect with Avery and the Short Term Shop: www.theshorttermshop.com www.strquestions.com Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth Book - https://amzn.to/3Adg6PA Short Term Show and Short Term Rental Management Show - https://linktr.ee/strmshow The Short Term Show - https://linktr.ee/theshorttermshow https://www.facebook.com/groups/shorttermshop https://theshorttermshop.com/cash-flow-calculator/ https://theshorttermshop.com/estimated-returns/ https://theshorttermshop.com/lp/crystalbeach/

December 29, 202341 min

Analyzing Airbnb Income In Galveston and Crystal Beach, TX

In this episode of the series we'll be analyzing potential Airbnb income for properties in the Galveston/Crystal Beach market. We'll go over good data vs bad data, what the "ideal purchase" is, focusing on markets that can make it through economic hard times, how to compete with your enemies and more. Connect with Avery and the Short Term Shop: www.theshorttermshop.com www.strquestions.com Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth Book - https://amzn.to/3Adg6PA Short Term Show and Short Term Rental Management Show - https://linktr.ee/strmshow The Short Term Show - https://linktr.ee/theshorttermshow https://www.facebook.com/groups/shorttermshop https://theshorttermshop.com/cash-flow-calculator/ https://theshorttermshop.com/estimated-returns/ https://theshorttermshop.com/lp/crystalbeach/

December 29, 202338 min

What Type of Property to Buy for Airbnb In Galveston and Crystal Beach, TX

In this episode of the series we'll cover what types of properties to look for in this market. We'll discuss what kind of neighborhoods you want to look in, how close to the beach you should aim to be, amenitites, HOAs and more. Connect with Avery and the Short Term Shop: www.theshorttermshop.com www.strquestions.com Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth Book - https://amzn.to/3Adg6PA Short Term Show and Short Term Rental Management Show - https://linktr.ee/strmshow The Short Term Show - https://linktr.ee/theshorttermshow https://www.facebook.com/groups/shorttermshop https://theshorttermshop.com/cash-flow-calculator/ https://theshorttermshop.com/estimated-returns/ https://theshorttermshop.com/lp/crystalbeach/