Have you ever considered renting out a family cabin, second home, or even your primary residence, but weren’t sure where to start?
Whether you are curious about hosting while you travel, renting a spare room, or purchasing a vacation home and renting it to help offset ownership costs, short-term rentals offer flexible opportunities to generate revenue. This two-session online course introduces the basics of short-term rental hosting in a clear, approachable way. Participants will learn how to evaluate markets for investment and short-term rental suitability, common hosting platforms, setup and design considerations, guest expectations, and the realities of day-to-day hosting. Through practical examples and real-world experience, participants will gain a clearer picture of what it takes to host successfully and sustainably.
SERIES At A Glance
May 5th and May 12th
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Online
Synchronous
Cost
Early Bird $49, Stout Proud $49,
and Regular $59
What will you gain?
- Examine the tools necessary to start renting a property and predict revenue, as well as tools for automating operations such as communication, scheduling, and pricing
- Identify pros and cons of short-term rental platforms, self-management, and property -management options
- Discuss relevant local and state regulations as well as tax and other financial benefits and issues involved in short-term rentals
- Identify strategies to maximize marketing of your property – from design and staging to amenities – and in turn maximize revenue
- Receive a comprehensive checklist of essential items to have in your short-term rental
Who should enroll?
This course is ideal for prospective hosts, new property owners, or anyone exploring investing in short-term rentals as an income strategy.
No prior experience is required.
What will it cost?
- Early bird Discount: $49 (Register by April 21st)
- Stout Proud Discount (ºÚÁÏÉçÇø Faculty, Staff, Student, and Alumni Registration): $49
- Regular Registration: $59
Important Notes:
- Faculty/Staff/Students: Use your ºÚÁÏÉçÇø email when registering to receive the discount.
- Alumni: Reach out to gieskingj@uwstout.edu to receive a discount code BEFORE completing the registration form.
- FAQs: For information on Payment and Cancellation Policy, Disability Accommodations, and other issues, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions Page.
Kate Kramschuster
Kate Kramschuster is an experienced short-term rental host, consultant, and co-host. She owns and manages multiple short-term rental properties in Wisconsin, Florida, and California, including renting out her primary residence while traveling. Previously, she owned and operated a full-service property management company, which was sold in 2025. Across her own homes and those she supports, Kate has earned over 300 five-star reviews on AirBnB, with several properties recognized as Guest Favorites and ranked in the top 1% on the platform.
Kate currently operates a boutique co-hosting and consulting business, Warm Welcome, LLC, focused on helping property owners improve operations, guest experience, and overall performance. Her work is guided by a strong emphasis on exceptional hospitality—creating welcoming, well-prepared spaces and positive guest experiences that benefit both hosts and guests. In her teaching, Kate emphasizes practical, real-world guidance to help participants make informed and confident decisions about short-term rental hosting.