Off Grid is the go-to podcast for entrepreneurs and real estate investors who want more than just success—they want freedom to travel, purpose-driven work, and a lifestyle aligned real estate portfolio. Hosted by Zoey Berghoff—STR mentor, investor, and expert in curating unforgettable stays—this show dives into the real strategies behind building a standout rental business and a lifestyle that breaks the mold. Whether you’re scaling your portfolio, raising the next generation of adventurers ...
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EP 11 - From Corporate to Real Estate Investor at 23 with Holly Neuens
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1:02:36In this episode of Off Grid, Zoey sits down with her very first mentee, Holly Neuens, to reflect on an extraordinary journey from college senior to successful short-term rental owner and corporate sales professional, all by the age of 26. Holly shares how a personal finance masterclass in college sparked her obsession with building wealth, how she …
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EP 10: How Her STR did $100k in bookings in 90 days with Janel Gallucci
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58:07In this episode of Off Grid with Zoey B, we sit down with Janel Gallucci—short-term rental investor, consultant, and educator—who walked away from the golden hamster wheel of corporate life in San Francisco to build a real estate business rooted in freedom, strategy, and intention. Janel shares how a burnout cure disguised as a Lake Tahoe cabin tur…
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EP 09: Quitting Google to $2.8M in Real Estate with Matt Krueger
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54:13What do you get when you mix a former youth pastor, a YouTuber, and a dad of four with a relentless work ethic? You get Matt Krueger—aka rental.cashflow—who traded his 9-to-5 for financial freedom through house hacking, short-term rentals, and social media storytelling. In this episode of Off Grid with Zoey B, Matt shares how he and his wife went f…
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EP 08: How She is Always Under Contract with Madi from The Love of Upstate
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54:37In this episode of Off Grid with Zoey B, we sit down with the powerhouse behind some of the most iconic short-term rentals in Upstate New York—Madi. Known for her unmatched eye for design, next-level underwriting skills, and lightning-fast execution, Madi shares the behind-the-scenes journey of how she and her partner Skyler built a thriving real e…
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EP 07: Power Couple Pivot: From Burnout to Real Estate Freedom with Emily & Spencer
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51:43In this inspiring episode of Off Grid, Zoe B sits down with Emily and Spencer, the dynamic duo behind Keeping It Real Estate and Stellar Escape Rentals. From a speech therapist and a motion graphics designer to full-time real estate entrepreneurs, Emily and Spencer reveal how they built a thriving short-term rental business and transitioned Emily o…
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EP 06: We Bought the Worst Cabin in the Neighborhood (and Built $500K in Equity)
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57:24Ready to hear the full story behind Cabin in the Canyon? From buying the worst house in the neighborhood to building over half a million in equity in just 15 months. What started as a spontaneous stop on a bike ride turned into one of the riskiest and most rewarding projects we’ve ever taken on. In this episode, I’m breaking down the numbers, the m…
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EP 05: How She Built a 6-Figure Business in 1 Year - Interview with Steph Weber
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42:47Steph Weber is best known for helping entrepreneurs grow bold, bankable brands through The Weber Co. and podcast Branded and Booked—but today, she’s sharing a different kind of story. In this honest, heart-filled conversation, Steph sits down with Zoey to talk about navigating her most recent pivots: becoming a mom, getting into real estate, and sh…
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EP 01: Welcome to Off Grid with Zoey B — How My Journey Began
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20:00Welcome to the very first episode of Off Grid with Zoey B! In this solo kickoff, I’m sharing the heart behind the show—why I started this podcast, what “Off Grid” really means to me, and what you can expect in the weeks ahead. I’m diving into: My journey from Michigan to California to Arizona to Colorado (and 45 states in between) How I went from f…
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EP 02: How Unique Stays = Big Profits; Debunking Mega Properties
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39:52In this episode, I dive into one of the biggest myths in the short-term rental world: Do you really need a mega property to generate mega revenue? Drawing from my own experience building a lifestyle-aligned real estate portfolio, I break down why smaller, unique stays—like our 1,000 sq ft cabin earning up to $175K/year—can outperform large properti…
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EP 03: How She Built a Self-Funded Short-Term Rental Empire with Carrie Drier
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1:14:30In this episode, I’m joined by Carrie Drier—founder of Roost North Rentals, Airbnb community leader for Michigan, and founding board member of the Michigan Short Term Rental Association. She’s also a mom, a business owner, and someone who has built a thriving portfolio over the past decade—all while staying rooted in her hometown and raising her so…
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EP 04: The Financial Habits I Built in My 20's That Changed My Life
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35:15In this solo episode, I’m sharing the exact habits and mindset shifts that helped me go from earning $500/month at 21 to building multiple income streams, creating a lifestyle-aligned business, and experiencing real financial freedom. If you’re ready to stop feeling overwhelmed and start feeling empowered when it comes to money—this episode is for …
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