In this episode of The One Room at a Time podcast, host Atticus LeBlanc, CEO of PadSplit, continues the conversation with Heather Wren, the first PadSplit host. Heather shares her experiences of transitioning from managing properties in Atlanta to scaling her investments from abroad. She discusses the upgrades and systems she implemented, how she found local help for property management, and how she continues to expand her portfolio while investing into her residents. Heather also talks about the empathy developed through hosting, the importance of hands-on management, and the evolving dynamics of the coliving property market. She shares inspiring stories, such as mentoring Kiara, a PadSplit member turned Host, and offers advice to prospective coliving hosts. The episode highlights both the personal and financial impacts of strategic property investment and management.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back

00:29 Heather's Journey from Atlanta to Spain

02:42 Scaling the PadSplit Business

05:27 Becoming a Successful PadSplit Host

10:47 Training the Next Generation of Hosts

16:39 Rapid Fire Questions

21:50 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

One Room at a Time podcast: https://padsplit.com/podcast

Connect with Atticus LeBlanc on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/atticus-leblanc-3960466/

Connect with Heather Wren on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-wren-870807b/

Heather’s new coliving services: https://www.instagram.com/colivingsuccess/​

Heather’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colivingsuccess/​

References:

• PadSplit Host Resources: https://www.padsplit.com/hosts
• Cook’s Illustrated Green Bean Casserole: https://www.americastestkitchen.com/recipes/3182-classic-green-bean-casserole
• The Best Cookbook: https://a.co/d/8pXSnh3
• Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki: https://a.co/d/dDTOYzr
• Architect Santiago Calatrava: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Santiago_Calatrava