Blue Vase Ventures
Setting up short-term-rental hosts and traditional landlords
for maximum profit, efficiency, and fun.
Who + Why
Hey! I'm Jenn Kirby - a real estate broker turned investor, adviser, hand-holder and hype girl.I believe real estate investing and property self-management can and should be a profitable, efficient and fun adventure. But to many people, it feels daunting, draining and stressful. I created Blue Vase Ventures to help change that through mentorship and consulting -- one overwhelmed owner at a time.Among those I serve:Prospective investors who are interested in becoming short-term-rental (STR) hosts, traditional landlords or both.Newer investors who need someone to show them the ropes and shorten the learning curve, and more seasoned investors hoping to improve their occupancy rates and cash flow.Accidental landlords who are stuck with properties they can't sell and need to make the best of it.STR hosts who are considering converting their properties to traditional long-term rentals, and traditional landlords who are considering converting their properties to STRs.Self-managing STR hosts and traditional landlords who need a temporary break from the responsibilities of management.
What + How
I provide one-on-one mentorship and consulting for prospective, rookie, and veteran investment-property owners. Here's a sampling of my services:Compelling Communications
I'll help you craft your listing descriptions, messaging templates, social media marketing, photo captions, house manuals, welcome notes, signage and all manner of winsome words leading to high conversion, low vacancy and happy guests/tenants.Power Hour
Bring your questions, hesitations, conundrums and crazy ideas. I'll bring big belief, contagious energy, solid answers and proven systems. Available in person or virtually.Design + Decor
I'll coordinate all the details of setting up your vacation rental, including (as needed) selection and sourcing of indoor and outdoor furniture, rugs, linens, artwork, appliances, toiletries, pantry items, kitchenwares and the numerous small touches that make a major impact.Real Estate Services + Referrals
I hold active broker's licenses in Florida and North Carolina, and am part of a stellar nationwide referral network. When you're ready to grow or downscale your real estate portfolio, I can represent you myself or connect you with a vetted, competent agent local to you.Team Building
Having a rock-solid team on the ground can make or break your investment. I'll help you establish a reliable, trustworthy network of local subcontractors and vendors.Refresh + Reboot
If you aren't getting the occupancy rates, profit margins and 5-star reviews you hoped for, I'll help you figure out why -- and fix it.Respite for Self-Managers
Vacation-rental owners need vacations too! I offer temporary co-hosting and management for STR hosts (and traditional landlords) who need a breather.
About
I never set out to work in real estate - I was a journalism major! - but I stumbled into it 20 years ago and fell for it hard. My husband and I bought our first investment property in 2006. Looking back, we had no business being landlords at that point! We didn't know what we didn't know.But our only option was to "fail forward" and figure things out, so that's what we did. And we've been expanding and diversifying our portfolio ever since. Over the years, we've acquired extensive experience with furnished vacation rentals, unfurnished long-term rentals, medium-term hybrids, fix-and-flips, spec and custom construction, and every phase of the buying and selling process.We've seen firsthand the potential of real estate investing to create passive income, time freedom, and generational wealth - not to mention that it's the mother of all creative outlets! It's allowed us to earn a living while having a life. And I love helping others do the same.
- Donna, STR Owner x 3
"I love being an Airbnb owner! Initially, I had a lot of concerns ... decorating properly, making money while not spending too much, marketing it and responding to my guests in a timely manner. Jenn Kirby to the rescue! She gave me great advice, encouraged me along the way about decor, pricing, shortcuts, etc., and she helped me to make it just what I wanted it to be by reflecting my goals, personality and interests. Highly recommend!!!"
- Leta,
Out-of-State STR Owner
"Jenn, you are awesome! Thank you for doing this urgently. It's been a great learning experience working with you. I wasted so much money with other people who claimed they could help me. I really wish I had met you much sooner. I would have avoided some of the mistakes I made. The goal is to continue growing my portfolio. We will definitely continue to work together as I navigate my way through this business. I don't know how to thank you enough."
- Mark and Susan,
Rookie STR Owners
"We first connected with Jenn as we happened to stay in her Airbnb while exploring future retirement locations. We didn't even know then that we wanted to own a rental. Over a period of months, she transitioned into our Realtor, served as our Airbnb mentor, and grew into a friend."Jenn was integral to the process of buying and establishing our rental, and she made it seamless. Her experience and expertise shone through as she offered pros and cons of potential rental properties, along with providing resources and contacts allowing us to maintain the property from another state. We are thrilled with our decision to become rental owners and look forward to many more years providing a vacation home for others to enjoy!"
Let's Go
You've got this -- and I've got your back.1. Click the "Start Here" button below to shoot me a quick email with your name and contact info.2. I'll reach out to schedule a free initial convo.3. After we've talked, I'll create a customized proposal reflecting your goals, timeline, bandwidth and budget.4. It's go-time! We'll start working together to put the plan in action.
Ready When You Are
Click the button below to shoot me an email.
Or, call or text me at 910-528-5264.
I can't wait to connect!