How to Stand Out in a Saturated Airbnb Market: Marchia & Cash
Preston Seo
Marchia and Cash earn $6,000+ per month in gross revenue from 2 Airbnb properties in Atlanta, Georgia—one of the most saturated short-term rental markets in the entire country. These brothers, ages 27 and 23, prove that competition doesn't have to stop you from building a profitable Airbnb arbitrage business. Their secret? A systematic approach to studying top performers, creating themed properties that stand out, and relentless optimization of every detail.
This case study breaks down exactly how Marchia and Cash built their Airbnb business in a market where everyone says it's "too competitive," including their specific strategies for differentiation, pricing psychology, and the lessons they learned the hard way.
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Quick Results: Marchia & Cash's Airbnb Arbitrage Numbers
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Revenue (Property 1) | $6,000+ | April projection with 7 nights still open |
| Properties | 2 | Both in Atlanta metro |
| February Revenue | $2,400 | First full month (learning phase) |
| March Revenue | $4,950 | 106% increase after optimization |
| April Revenue (Partial) | $6,000+ | Already booked with week remaining |
| Target Monthly Cash Flow | $2,000 | Per property goal |
| Time to First Property | 2-3 weeks | From active searching |
| Monthly Rent (Property 1) | $3,200 | Downtown Atlanta location |
| Projected Annual Revenue | $70,000-$75,000 | Based on Air DNA estimates |
Background: Two Brothers, One Vision
You don't need real estate experience to succeed in Airbnb arbitrage—you need the right mindset and work ethic. Marchia and Cash are brothers from Atlanta who combined their unique backgrounds to build a growing short-term rental business while pursuing other passions.
Marchia's Journey from Sales to Real Estate
At 27, Marchia spent five years in a demanding sales career. The money was good, but the long hours and lack of fulfillment pushed him toward something different. He transitioned to becoming a youth minister at his church while building the Airbnb business on the side.
His sales background proved invaluable. Talking to landlords, negotiating deals, and handling rejection came naturally after years of sales calls. More importantly, he understood the importance of daily habits and consistent grinding—lessons that transfer directly to building any business.
"With the traditional nine to five that I had, I was working hard long hours with a lot of commitment to something that I wasn't visioning as what I wanted to do for the rest of my life."
Cash: From College Baseball to Airbnb
Cash, at 23, had just finished playing college baseball. After years of dedication to athletics, he took time off to travel before discovering Airbnb arbitrage on Instagram. He brought the idea to his brother, and together they dove in.
Now, Airbnb is literally all Cash does besides giving baseball lessons on the side. His athletic discipline—the early morning workouts, the structured schedules, the relentless practice—translates perfectly to the daily grinding required in short-term rental management.
Cash also runs a hair cutting business, demonstrating the entrepreneurial mindset that drives their Airbnb success. Both brothers understand that multiple income streams and diverse skills create stability.
The Athletic Mindset Advantage
The brothers credit their athletic backgrounds for their success in entrepreneurship. Whether it's Marchia watching his brothers compete at high levels or Cash's direct experience in college baseball, the lessons transfer directly.
What athletes understand that others don't:
Success requires doing boring things repeatedly
Results come from consistent daily effort, not one-time heroics
The grind never ends—you accept it rather than resist it
Setbacks are normal and don't define your trajectory
Structured habits create compound results over time
"We know that it's a long road and it's a hard road that not many people take. And we know that you will reap the benefits as long as you keep your nose to the grindstone and work hard day in and day out. It's just like being good at baseball."
Key Takeaway: Marchia and Cash's athletic backgrounds gave them the mental framework for entrepreneurship—daily discipline, accepting the grind, and focusing on long-term results rather than instant gratification.
The Airbnb Arbitrage Journey: Timeline
Late Summer 2022: Discovery and Decision
Situation: Cash discovered Airbnb arbitrage on Instagram and brought the idea to Marchia.
The concept immediately appealed to both brothers for different reasons. Marchia saw it as a way to create semi-passive income while pursuing his calling in ministry. Cash saw it as a vehicle to build wealth while maintaining flexibility for his other ventures.
Their shared family history with real estate made the idea even more compelling. A family lake house that had been in their family for 50 years showed them firsthand what property ownership could mean across generations—not just wealth creation, but family connection, shared memories, and lasting legacy.
"Real estate is something that I personally wanted to get my family involved in. I see what a piece of property can do for a family—it can create wealth but also create friendship and community and keep families together."
Early 2023: First Property Secured
Situation: After 2-3 weeks of rejections from Zillow landlords, they pivoted to Furnished Finder and closed their first deal.
The brothers initially targeted Zillow listings, facing the same rejection that most new arbitrage operators experience. Landlords were skeptical, unfamiliar with the model, or simply not interested.
Their breakthrough came when they switched to Furnished Finder—a platform where landlords are already willing to rent month-to-month. The logic was simple: these property owners have furniture already, need consistent bookings, and are more receptive to longer lease agreements that include Airbnb use.
Marchia handled most of the first deal negotiations. The landlord was motivated, needed to get the property booked, and found the 1-2 year commitment enticing. They met in person at the property, discussed terms, and reached an agreement.
First Property Details:
Location: Downtown Atlanta, near Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Platform Found: Furnished Finder
Asking Rent: $3,200/month
Final Rent: $3,200/month (lesson learned: should have negotiated harder)
Time from Signing to Live: 2-3 weeks setup
Spring 2023: Scaling to Property Two
Situation: With Property 1 generating revenue and building reviews, the brothers secured a second property in a secondary Atlanta market.
The second property came in a secondary Atlanta market with specific characteristics that made it attractive:
Key location components that support profitability
A good deal on rent that improved margins
Different theme potential (vineyard concept)
At the time of their interview, both brothers were personally handling cleaning duties to maximize cash flow during the review-building phase. This hands-on approach gave them intimate knowledge of their operations while keeping expenses minimal.
Why Atlanta: Market Selection Strategy
Atlanta is one of the most saturated Airbnb markets in the country, but saturation doesn't mean opportunity is dead—it means you need better strategies. The brothers chose Atlanta deliberately, understanding both its challenges and advantages.
Why Atlanta Works for Short-Term Rentals
Downtown Atlanta offers consistent traveler demand that many markets lack:
Demand Drivers:
Sports Events: Mercedes-Benz Stadium hosts Falcons games, concerts, and major events
Conventions: Atlanta is a major convention destination year-round
Business Travel: Fortune 500 company headquarters drive corporate bookings
Tourism: Historic sites, entertainment districts, and Southern culture attract visitors
The Saturation Reality:
Yes, Atlanta has thousands of Airbnb listings. But the brothers realized that saturation only matters if you're competing on the same terms as everyone else. Properties with unique themes, strategic amenities, and optimized pricing stand out from the generic listings that flood the market.
The Conservative Strategy
Rather than chasing exotic markets or high-risk opportunities, Marchia and Cash started conservatively with properties close to home. This allowed them to:
Visit properties easily and handle issues personally
Learn the business without distance complications
Build systems before expanding to unfamiliar markets
Understand local demand patterns firsthand
"We know there's always going to be travelers in Atlanta, especially downtown Atlanta. There's just people coming in. So it's about—are you able to stand out within that saturated space?"
Strategies for Standing Out in a Saturated Market
The difference between struggling and thriving in a competitive market comes down to differentiation. Marchia and Cash developed five core strategies that transformed them from another listing in a sea of options to properties guests actively seek out.
Strategy 1: Study Top Performers Religiously
What it is: Systematically analyzing listings with perfect 5-star reviews to extract what guests actually value.
Why it works: Guests tell you exactly what they want through reviews. Properties with 50-100 five-star reviews have been pleasing guests for years. Their reviews contain a roadmap to success that most hosts ignore.
Marchia's approach is methodical: He searches Atlanta for listings with perfect ratings (all 5-star reviews, no exceptions), then reads every single review word by word. He's looking for patterns—what do guests consistently praise? What made their experience memorable?
"I go look at all the ones in Atlanta that have 55 star reviews and that's all they got, or 105 star reviews with a 5.0. And then I go read the reviews to see what are all the things that they're doing right. Their customers are putting out there everything that they loved about it."
Marchia's Results with This Strategy:
Identified specific amenities that guests value most
Discovered messaging and communication patterns that earn praise
Found pricing strategies used by successful long-term operators
Learned operational details that prevent complaints
Strategy 2: Theme Your Properties
What it is: Creating distinct property themes that transform generic rentals into memorable experiences.
Why it works: Every nice house on Airbnb looks essentially the same—modern furniture, neutral colors, generic decor. Themed properties create emotional connections and stand out in search results. Guests remember experiences, not accommodations.
The brothers theme each property deliberately based on its characteristics:
Property 1 - Music Theme:
Located near Mercedes-Benz Stadium (concerts, events)
Music-inspired decor throughout
Appeals to guests attending shows and events
Property 2 - Vineyard Theme:
Features a trellis and garden area in the backyard
Vine decorations inside
Bar cart setup for wine service
Complimentary bottle of wine for every guest
"Not just like every house on Airbnb is technically pretty nice, especially those ones up in the top pages. So we're trying to differentiate ourselves by bringing the theme to it—something a little more fun than just a nice house."
Marchia and Cash's Results with This Strategy:
Higher perceived value allows premium pricing
Guests mention themes in reviews, providing social proof
Memorable experiences lead to recommendations
Reduced direct competition with generic listings
Strategy 3: Dynamic Pricing Mastery
What it is: Using Price Labs with neighborhood competitor analysis to continuously optimize rates.
Why it works: Most hosts set prices and forget them. The market changes constantly—events, seasons, competitor behavior, demand fluctuations. Dynamic pricing captures revenue that static pricing leaves on the table.
The brothers observed an interesting pattern when studying competitors: many successful listings had completely stagnant pricing (the same rate every single night). These hosts succeeded despite poor pricing, not because of it. By implementing dynamic pricing against these competitors, Marchia and Cash could capture bookings that would otherwise go to the static-priced competition.
Their Pricing Strategy:
Use Price Labs neighborhood pricing feature
Analyze competitor pricing weekly, not monthly
Set lower weekday rates to capture week-long stays
Bump up weekend rates for premium
Continuously adjust based on booking patterns
"You look at the competitors list and you see that they've got stagnant pricing—everything's $300, $300, $300. But they're still doing pretty good. So figuring out ways that you can pick up some week-long stays away from those guys when you have some lower weekday pricing."
Results with This Strategy:
March revenue ($4,950) more than doubled February ($2,400)
Captured week-long stays from competitors with rigid pricing
Maintained competitiveness during slow periods
Maximized weekend revenue during peak demand
Strategy 4: Eye-Catching Cover Photos
What it is: Creating a first photo that stops scrollers and differs from every other listing in search results.
Why it works: Guests scroll through dozens of listings before clicking. Your cover photo is your one chance to capture attention. In most markets, the default is a living room shot—if everyone does the same thing, no one stands out.
Marchia noticed that in-town stays typically use living room photos as their cover image. In contrast, mountain or beach properties lead with their unique outdoor features. The opportunity? Create cover photos that break the pattern.
Their Approach:
Analyze what competitors use as cover photos
Choose something different that catches the eye
Highlight unique features prominently
Test different photos and track click-through rates
"That initial cover picture being something different than everything else. Your eyes are being caught looking through the Airbnb pages and something shows up different."
Strategy 5: Optimize for Longer Stays
What it is: Pricing and positioning to attract week-long stays over multiple short turnovers.
Why it works: Longer stays mean fewer turnovers, lower cleaning costs, less wear and tear, and more predictable revenue. One 7-night booking beats seven 1-night bookings on every operational metric.
The brothers tracked their booking patterns carefully. In March, they had 11 different stays generating $4,950. In April (partial), they had only 6 stays but were already exceeding $6,000. The difference? More week-long bookings.
Their Results:
March: 11 stays, $4,950 revenue (average stay: ~2-3 nights)
April: 6 stays, $6,000+ revenue (average stay: 5+ nights)
Same property, dramatically different efficiency
"The good thing about April is that we've only had six different people stay, whereas in March we had 11 different stays and just a lot less revenue. So we're working the pricing to make sure we're maximizing those stays."
Financial Results: The Numbers
Marchia and Cash demonstrate how consistent optimization creates exponential revenue growth. Their trajectory from February through April shows what's possible with the right strategies.
Revenue Progression (Property 1)
| Month | Revenue | Stays | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| February | $2,400 | Multiple short stays | First full month, learning phase |
| March | $4,950 | 11 stays | 106% increase, pricing optimization |
| April | $6,000+ | 6 stays | 7 nights still open, week-long stays |
Complete Financial Analysis
| Metric | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Rent | $3,200 | Fixed expense |
| Projected Annual Revenue | $70,000-$75,000 | Based on Air DNA analysis |
| Projected Annual Expenses | $45,000-$48,000 | Rent, utilities, cleaning, supplies |
| Projected Annual Cash Flow | $22,000-$27,000 | ~$2,000/month target |
| Peak Season Months | May-September | Highest revenue potential |
Key Financial Insights
The Ramp-Up Reality: February revenue ($2,400) was actually less than rent ($3,200). This is normal for new listings building reviews and optimizing. By April, revenue exceeded rent by nearly 90%.
Seasonal Opportunity: Atlanta's peak short-term rental season is May through September. The brothers are building reviews and optimization during the slower months to maximize revenue when demand peaks.
Conservative Projections: The brothers initially projected $70,000-$75,000 annual revenue based on Air DNA data. Their trajectory suggests they may exceed these projections if peak season performs as expected.
Key Milestones Achieved
Secured first property within 2-3 weeks of active searching
Achieved revenue growth from $2,400 to $6,000+ in three months
Scaled to second property while first was still ramping
Built systems for pricing, communication, and operations
Developed repeatable property theming strategy
Created review generation momentum through excellent guest experience
Key Lessons for Beginners
These five lessons took Marchia and Cash from complete beginners to operators of two profitable properties. Each lesson came from real experience and could save you months of frustration.
Lesson 1: Negotiate Below Asking Price
The Mistake: Eagerness to close the first deal leads to accepting unfavorable terms.
What Happened: When Marchia found their first property, the landlord was asking $3,200/month. He initially offered $2,900-$3,000, but let himself be negotiated back to the full asking price due to his eagerness to get started.
That $200-$300/month difference represents $2,400-$3,600 per year in reduced profit—money that came directly out of their margins. The landlord needed to get the property booked, was already on Furnished Finder seeking tenants, and would likely have accepted a lower offer.
"Don't be afraid to still go below whatever they're asking for. That first deal at the start—what you're paying for in rent matters so much because it's going to stress everything else behind it."
Why This Matters: Your rent is your largest fixed expense. Every dollar you save on rent goes directly to profit. A $200/month savings on rent is equivalent to generating an extra $200/month in revenue—but with zero additional work.
Lesson 2: Start Conservative, Scale Smart
The Mistake: Jumping into exotic markets or high-risk properties before understanding the fundamentals.
What Happened: The brothers deliberately chose to start in Atlanta—a market they knew, close to where they lived—rather than chasing potentially higher returns in unfamiliar locations. This conservative approach let them learn the business without distance complications.
"We decided to start somewhere that was close, in a place that we knew. It was much more on the conservative side. We know there's always gonna be travelers in Atlanta."
Why This Matters: Distance adds complexity. When you're new, you need to handle issues personally, see your property regularly, and learn from hands-on experience. Starting local removes variables so you can focus on mastering operations.
Lesson 3: Know Your "Why" Before Starting
The Mistake: Starting a business without clarity on what you want it to become.
What Happened: Marchia and Cash constantly revisit fundamental questions: What customers are they trying to serve? What do they want this business to look like in 10 years? Are they working toward that vision right now?
Currently, they're cleaning properties themselves to maximize early cash flow. But they recognize this approach doesn't scale and are actively planning the transition to hired cleaners and more automated operations.
"We're asking ourselves those big questions—where do we really see ourselves 10 years from now? And are we working toward that right now? Are we getting stuck in this cycle of just managing these couple properties?"
Why This Matters: Without a clear vision, you'll make decisions that optimize for today at the expense of tomorrow. Cleaning your own properties makes sense initially but becomes a trap if you never transition out of it.
Lesson 4: Outsource Cleaning ASAP
The Mistake: Treating cleaning as a way to save money rather than a time-consuming bottleneck.
What Happened: The brothers clean their properties themselves during the review-building phase. They understand the value of this hands-on approach for learning operations, but they also recognize it's not sustainable for scaling.
Preston's advice during the interview was direct: find a cleaner now, even before you feel ready. Test them on a few cleans while you can still personally verify their work. A good cleaner acts as a property manager of sorts—visiting frequently, reporting issues, and often doing better work than owners.
"Once you find a good cleaner, it doesn't matter if my property was in my backyard—I still wouldn't clean it because that is a huge time suck. It's also a lower dollar task I can outsource pretty quickly."
Why This Matters: Your time has value. Every hour spent cleaning is an hour not spent finding new properties, optimizing listings, or building systems. Cleaning fees can be passed to guests, making it nearly cost-neutral while freeing your most valuable resource.
Lesson 5: Customer Service is Everything
The Mistake: Focusing on amenities and pricing while neglecting guest communication and service.
What Happened: Cash mentioned reading separate books from the Ritz Carlton owner to improve their customer service approach. This dedication to guest experience has resulted in consistently positive reviews that build algorithm momentum and attract future bookings.
"In order to be successful you got to stand out, whether it's through your customer service. We've read separate books from the Ritz Carlton owner and through that we've gotten really good reviews."
Why This Matters: In a saturated market, customer service is often the differentiator. Two similar properties with similar prices will have dramatically different performance if one provides exceptional service and the other doesn't. Reviews compound—great service leads to great reviews, which leads to more bookings, which leads to more opportunities for great service.
Best Tools for Airbnb Arbitrage: Marchia & Cash's Stack
The right tools make standing out in a saturated market possible. Here's what powers their Atlanta operation.
Essential Tools Overview
| Category | Tool | Purpose | Why They Chose It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dynamic Pricing | Price Labs | Automated rate optimization | Neighborhood competitor analysis, outperforms stagnant pricing |
| Market Research | Air DNA | Revenue projections, market data | Validated Atlanta opportunity before committing |
| Property Search | Furnished Finder | Finding arbitrage-friendly landlords | Better conversion than Zillow, furniture included |
| Listing Platform | Airbnb + others | Multi-platform distribution | Maximum visibility across platforms |
Price Labs: The Competitive Edge
What it does: Automatically adjusts pricing based on demand, competitors, events, and market conditions.
How they use it: The neighborhood pricing feature lets them see exactly what competitors charge and identify opportunities. When they spot listings with stagnant $300/night pricing, they undercut strategically on weekdays to capture week-long stays, then match or exceed on weekends.
Pro tip: Don't just set it and forget it. Review competitor pricing weekly and adjust your strategy based on booking patterns.
Air DNA: Data-Driven Decisions
What it does: Provides market data including average daily rates, occupancy rates, and revenue projections by neighborhood.
How they use it: Before committing to their first property, they validated Atlanta's potential using Air DNA data. The projections showed $70,000-$75,000 annual revenue was achievable, giving them confidence to proceed.
Pro tip: Use Air DNA not just for initial research but for ongoing market monitoring. Track how your actual performance compares to projections.
Furnished Finder: The Secret Weapon
What it does: Connects landlords offering furnished properties with tenants seeking flexible arrangements.
How they use it: After facing rejections on Zillow, they pivoted to Furnished Finder where landlords were already open to non-traditional arrangements. The furniture-included aspect reduced startup costs.
Pro tip: Landlords on Furnished Finder need bookings and are often more motivated than traditional landlords. The 1-2 year lease commitment you offer is actually attractive to them.
Advice for Airbnb Arbitrage Beginners
"Before you even go to get your first one, you need to be asking yourself the questions of who is it that you want to serve. If you were going to go to this place, would you want to be there yourself?"
If Marchia and Cash were starting over today, here's their roadmap:
Step 1: Define Your Vision (Before Anything Else)
Before looking at a single property, answer these questions:
What do you want this business to look like in 5 years?
How hands-on or hands-off do you want to be?
What income level makes this worth your time?
What other commitments need to coexist with this business?
The brothers wanted semi-passive income that allowed them to pursue other passions (ministry, baseball, hair cutting). This vision shaped every decision from market selection to property management approach.
Step 2: Research Your Market Obsessively
Once you've chosen a market, become an expert:
Study every top-performing listing's reviews
Understand what drives demand (events, business, tourism)
Identify what amenities matter most locally
Know your competition's strengths and weaknesses
Marchia reads reviews on 5-star listings like textbooks. The information is free; most people just don't bother to extract it.
Step 3: Take Calculated Risks
Analysis paralysis kills more businesses than bad decisions. The brothers offer balanced advice:
"Don't necessarily just jump off the cliff on the first one and do the $10,000 a month place in the highlands. Figure out what's in your comfort zone and then push through that a little bit—but don't do that without doing the research."
Start conservative, but start. You'll learn more from one live property than from months of research.
Step 4: Build for the Long Term
Every decision should support your 10-year vision:
Create systems that scale before you desperately need them
Build relationships with cleaners, contractors, and landlords
Document what works so you can replicate it
Invest in quality that compounds (reviews, reputation, experience)
Mindset Advice from Marchia and Cash
The brothers emphasize that mindset matters more than tactics:
Accept the grind: Like athletics, entrepreneurship requires daily discipline. The work doesn't end—you accept it and keep showing up.
Learn from everyone: Top performers leave clues in their reviews. Study them. Ask questions. Share knowledge freely.
Stay patient: Their February revenue was below rent. By April, they were approaching profitability. The trajectory matters more than any single month.
"It doesn't end, right? It's an everyday thing. You've got to schedule for yourself to grind out those habits whether it's getting your stretching in and then getting a workout in. And that's it—it's not a bad thing, it's just accepting that that's how it gets done."
Watch Marchia & Cash's Full Interview
Video highlights:
0:00 - Introduction and background
5:30 - The athletic mindset advantage
10:15 - Why they chose Airbnb arbitrage
15:45 - First property story and landlord negotiation
22:00 - Standing out in Atlanta's saturated market
28:30 - Revenue progression and financial results
32:00 - Future goals and scaling plans
35:00 - Advice for beginners
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you stand out in a saturated Airbnb market?
Marchia and Cash use five core strategies: studying top performers' reviews to learn what guests value, creating themed properties instead of generic listings, using dynamic pricing to outcompete static-priced competitors, creating eye-catching cover photos that differ from the norm, and optimizing for longer stays that reduce turnover costs.
The key insight is that saturation only matters if you're competing on the same terms as everyone else. Differentiated properties face dramatically less competition than generic ones.
Is Airbnb arbitrage profitable in Atlanta?
Yes, despite being one of the most saturated markets in the country. Marchia and Cash's first property progressed from $2,400 revenue in February to $6,000+ in April—all while building reviews from scratch. Their conservative projections show $70,000-$75,000 annual revenue with approximately $2,000 monthly cash flow per property.
Atlanta's consistent demand from sports events, conventions, and business travel creates year-round opportunities. The challenge isn't demand—it's differentiation.
How long does it take to get your first Airbnb arbitrage property?
Marchia and Cash secured their first property within 2-3 weeks of active searching. They faced rejections from Zillow landlords initially but found success by switching to Furnished Finder, where property owners are already open to flexible arrangements.
The timeline depends on your market, approach, and persistence. Having clear criteria, professional communication, and willingness to negotiate significantly accelerates the process.
What's the biggest risk with Airbnb arbitrage in a saturated market?
The primary risks the brothers actively manage include:
Getting lost in the crowd: Without differentiation (themes, service, amenities), your listing competes solely on price—a race to the bottom.
Rent obligations during slow periods: February revenue was less than rent. Having reserves and realistic expectations for ramp-up periods is essential.
Operational burnout: Cleaning your own properties works initially but doesn't scale. Plan the transition to hired help before you're overwhelmed.
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This case study is based on Marchia and Cash's video interview conducted in Spring 2023. All statistics and quotes are directly from their experience. Individual results vary based on market, effort, and capital invested.
Last updated: April 5, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
Marchia and Cash stand out in Atlanta's saturated market by: 1) Studying top performers' reviews to learn what guests love, 2) Creating themed properties (vineyard theme, music theme) instead of generic listings, 3) Using eye-catching cover photos that differ from competitors, 4) Offering unique amenities like complimentary wine, and 5) Continuously optimizing pricing based on performance data.
Yes. Marchia and Cash generate approximately $6,000/month gross revenue from their first Atlanta property, with a goal of $2,000+ monthly cash flow. Their second property is already operational. Atlanta's consistent traveler demand from conventions, sports events, and business travel creates year-round opportunities despite competition.
Marchia and Cash secured their first property within 2-3 weeks of actively searching, though they faced multiple rejections first. They found success by switching from Zillow to Furnished Finder, where landlords were already open to short-term arrangements. The key was persistence and being willing to negotiate below asking rent.
Marchia and Cash's first property has $3,200/month rent. Startup costs typically include first month's rent ($3,200), security deposit ($3,200-$6,400), furniture and supplies ($2,000-$5,000 for furnished finder properties that come partially furnished). Total startup: approximately $8,000-$15,000 depending on the property condition.
Marchia and Cash recommend Furnished Finder as an alternative to Zillow for finding arbitrage properties. Landlords on Furnished Finder are already willing to rent month-to-month and often have furniture included. They're more receptive to 1-2 year lease agreements with Airbnb use because they need consistent bookings.
Marchia's key lesson: always negotiate below asking price. Their landlord asked $3,200/month and Marchia offered $2,900-$3,000, but let herself be negotiated back to $3,200 due to eagerness. He advises making firm, confident offers below asking—the worst you get is a no, and that initial deal affects everything else.
Marchia and Cash use Price Labs for dynamic pricing with neighborhood competitor analysis. They started with lower prices to build reviews, then scaled up. Their strategy: lower weekday pricing to capture week-long stays away from competitors with stagnant pricing, then bump up weekend rates. Continuous optimization is essential.
Marchia and Cash are among Legacy Investing Show's top students, scaling to two properties quickly. They credit the program for teaching them research methods, landlord scripts, and pricing strategies. The community and mentorship helped them navigate Atlanta's saturated market with confidence.