1-on-1 with Brad Martin: Building a Successful Luxury STR Brand from Scratch

Brad Martin is the founder of Reve Estates, a company known for creative deal structuring, clean operations, and high-end STRs in top destinations. Reve isn’t just about buying properties — it’s about building systems, teams, and experiences that scale without sacrificing quality.

But Brad’s journey didn’t start with luxury properties or polished systems.

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In this episode, Brad breaks down his origin story, the early wins and painful lessons that shaped him, and how Reve Estates evolved into a recognizable brand in a competitive market. We dive deep into how he sources deals today, how he thinks differently about luxury STR investing, and the systems that allow his team to operate at a high level.

We also zoom out and talk about where the STR market is heading into 2025, common mistakes new investors are making, and what skills the next generation of operators must develop to stand out.

This conversation is packed with real talk, practical insights, and mindset lessons for anyone looking to build a serious real estate business — especially in short-term rentals.

This episode is a must-watch for investors who want to think bigger, operate smarter, and build a brand that lasts.

📌 Timestamps

00:00–02:53 – Intro — Brad Martin’s journey into real estate

02:54–04:00 – Why STR + Case Study

04:01–04:00 – How do you find your markets and deals?

05:15 - 06:27 - How do you find your clientele and how do you brand?

06:30 - 07:35 - Investor Hotspots

07:36 - 09:44 - Operations - Systems and Hires and Team

9:45 - 10:50 - Common Mistakes

10:51 - 12:14 - STR Trends

12:15 - 14:02 - What they're working on?

14:03 - 15:18 - Hardest Failure

15:19 - 16:33 - Mindset

16:34 -17:38 - Mentor, Books, Podcasts

17:39 - 19:46 - Best way to get started

19:47 - 21:02 - What's next

21:03 - 22:58 - Fun question and how to connect with BradClick here to learn more about our qualified real estate leads.

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Website: https://reve-estates.com/

LinkedIn: / bradmartin

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