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Second Home First

Second Home First
Short-Term Rentals
New York City
Real Estate Investing
Vacation Homes
Second Home First
Short-Term Rental
Pricelabs
Vacation Home Ownership
Brooklyn
Real Estate
Airbnb
Vacation Home
Lodgify
Minoan
Arizona
Dynamic Pricing
Vacation Rentals
Interior Design
Hudson Valley
Dover Plains

What if your 401(k) came with a fire pit and a lake view? Hosted by hospitality veteran and short-term rental expert, Katie Cline, Second Home First is a brand new podcast that explores an unconventional path to homeownership. For Katie, living in New York City made buying a home feel impossible, so she decided to flip the script and buy her ‘second home’ first. With renting now more affordable th... more

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When her husband received military orders to move their family to South Korea, today’s guest made a decision that completely changed the way she viewed homeownership. What followed were some of the most unimaginable hardships someone could endure—but... more

Breaking news—Second Home First has been featured in the holy grail, the New York Times! I’m taking you behind the scenes on everything, from the cold pitch I sent to get the journalist’s attention to being photographed last week at my first vacation... more

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How long would you wait to afford a home where you live? Five years? Ten? After more than 2 decades renting in Los Angeles, today's guest decided she was done waiting and chose to buy a cabin in the North Georgia mountains instead.

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Buying a house is one of the biggest financial decisions most of us will ever make. So why does it feel like no one has ever taught us how to actually do it?

There's no class in school that explains mortgages, offers, inspections, appraisals, or clos... more

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Recent Guests

Kasia Ghetmiri
Real estate agent, investor, host of EmpowerHER podcast
EmpowerHER / Colorado real estate
Episode: [EXPERT] How to Buy a House
Jessica Khani
Mortgage lender and investor
Episode: [EXPERT] How to Buy a House
Janel Gallucci
Short-term rental owner, investor, and co-founder of the Seven Summers Host Academy
Seven Summers Host Academy
Episode: [REAL STORIES] “Is this it?” Her Life Felt Like Groundhog Day Until She Bought a Cabin in Tahoe
Natalie Palmer
Host of No Vacancy Podcast and co-founder of Level Up Your Listing Summit
No Vacancy Podcast / Level Up Your Listing Summit
Episode: [EXPERT] How to Own a Vacation Home That Makes Money Without Becoming a Landlord
Zoey Berghoff
Short-term rental enthusiast, investor, coach and speaker
Self-directed portfolio; coach and speaker
Episode: [REAL STORIES] Why Being “Debt-Free” Might Be Keeping You Poor
Sarah Huff
Baby gear and family travel expert; host of Tiny Travelers; senior manager of customer and community at BabyQuip
BabyQuip
Episode: [EXPERT] The Kid-Friendly Details Every Vacation Home Needs
Tyler Moore
Author of Tidy Up Your Life, host of Tidy Tidbits, known for parenting, routines and intentional living
Tidy Dad brand / Tidy Tidbits
Episode: [REAL STORIES] This NYC Teacher Stopped Waiting for “Someday” and Bought a Cottage in the Poconos
Taylor Summer
Texas native, works for Minoan; bought second home in Coastal Maine and runs a digital nomad lifestyle
Minoan (platform for furnishing and design)
Episode: [REAL STORIES] She Escaped Texas Summers by Buying a House in Maine
Grace Gudenkauf
Co-founder of Women Invest in Real Estate
Women Invest in Real Estate
Episode: [EXPERT] Can Buying a Vacation Home Make Your W2 Optional?

Host

Katie Cline
Host of Second Home First

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Ireland

    I’m so invested in this story!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StephOHTX
    United Statesa month ago
  • So informative!!

    My husband and I are starting out with short-term rentals after doing a few flips. We decided why flip in our own city when we can rehab a lakefront property and second home First has given us the courage and insight that we needed to start our new journey with STR‘s. Thank you, katie Cline.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    iLovePetCakes
    United Statesa month ago
  • Katie is a great host

    So much helpful information, thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yyxxzkan
    United States3 months ago
  • Inspiring and practical

    Great advice on how to get round the eye watering finances involved in getting onto the housing ladder.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anchor Anne
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Real Advice for Building the Life (and Home) You Actually Want

    Second Home First is the perfect blend of inspiration and practical advice. Katie shares real, actionable tips on second-home ownership, and creating a more intentional lifestyle — delivered with valuable insights and authenticity. Every episode leaves you feeling both motivated and equipped to make your own home ownership dreams feel doable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kelbel1103
    United States9 months ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Audience-friendly, optimistic tone with real-world case studies that inspire action.
Host delivers practical, actionable guidance that listeners can apply quickly.
Followers appreciate the mix of strategy and storytelling, making complex financing approachable.
Guests bring diverse expertise from real estate and financing to illustrate a second-home journey.
Sponsors' tools and integrations feel directly relevant to running vacation rentals.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#34
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#32
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#222
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#85
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Apple Podcasts
#165
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#232
Australia/Education/How To

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

[EXPERT] How to Own a Vacation Home That Makes Money Without Becoming a Landlord
Q: What can a co-host legally do, and what should they avoid?
Co-hosts should manage bookings, communicate with guests, and coordinate cleaners, but major repairs or warranty issues should be owner responsibilities; always define spending ceilings and who pays for consumables in the contract.
[EXPERT] How to Own a Vacation Home That Makes Money Without Becoming a Landlord
Q: What should people look for when hiring a co-host?
Look for a professional agreement, clear boundaries on personal use, a proven track record or at least references, local market knowledge, and contacts with reliable cleaners and technicians to ensure smooth operations.
[EXPERT] Can Buying a Vacation Home Make Your W2 Optional?
Q: What practical steps can listeners take to start acting like a CEO of their rental business?
Document everything, create standard operating procedures, delegate tasks, hire experts for bookkeeping, and evolve from operator to business owner as you scale.
[EXPERT] Can Buying a Vacation Home Make Your W2 Optional?
Q: How do you handle the stigma and impostor syndrome around being a real estate investor?
By embracing the long-term perspective, building systems, and surrounding yourself with a supportive community, which helps reframe real estate investing as a legitimate business.
[EXPERT] Can Buying a Vacation Home Make Your W2 Optional?
Q: What inspired you to pursue a second home first approach and how did your mindshift happen?
A desire for freedom and a way to create wealth outside the traditional wage path led to buying a second home that could work as a rental, making it both a personal retreat and an income stream.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Second Home First

What is Second Home First about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on building wealth through a “second home first” approach, pairing real-world property investing with lifestyle design. Conversations span co-hosting vacation rentals, financing strategies, midterm and short-term rental dynamics, pricing automation, and design/amenities that boost guest satisfaction. Guests range from seasoned real estate investors and financial planners to operators who run vacation homes remotely, plus experts in pricing, furnishing, and guest services. A standout throughline is turning vacation properties into revenue engines while maintaining personal use, with practical frameworks, checklists, and sponsor-supported tools that listeners can apply immediately. The format blends actionable tactics with i... more

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2. Thanks For Visiting
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Recent guests on Second Home First include:

1. Kasia Ghetmiri
2. Jessica Khani
3. Janel Gallucci
4. Natalie Palmer
5. Zoey Berghoff
6. Sarah Huff
7. Tyler Moore
8. Taylor Summer

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