This fascinating podcast discusses many reasons why some investors are attracted to the hotel industry. Hotels offer significant leverage, the ability to dynamically adjust rates and a positive passive income profile. Hotel investors gain exposure to the real estate market without being burdened with leases, squatters and evictions.

The following are among the issues discussed:

• How can accredited investors get involved in investing in hotels?
• What is the definition of cap rates? Average daily rates? Revenue per available room?
• What should investors look for in terms of location when investing in hotels?
• Are robots ready to assume housekeeping chores at hotels?
• How can hotels increase their ancillary revenues?
• What can hotels do to decrease their operating costs?
• Are solar panels a feasible means of reducing energy costs?
• To what extent can hotel developers tap into government programs to reduce development costs?
• How might rewards systems impact a hotel operator’s profits?
• How do refugees impact a hotel’s profits?
• Would declining popularity of temporary office providers be a boon for hotels?
• To what extent could more restrictions on Airbnb-type services impact the hotel industry?