It’s a Trip Academy - Short-Term Rental Training Courses

Unlock exclusive early access to the course “How to Properly Run a Short-Term Rental Business!”

This course will teach you to get more profit and better reviews from your short-term rental in Birmingham, AL.

Plus — You’ll also get free access to the must-have course that covers Rental Regulations and Compliance in the City of Birmingham.

Together, these two courses help new and seasoned short-term rental owners book more often, increase profits, get better reviews, and streamline city compliance efforts.


It’s a Trip Academy courses are created specifically for, and by, Birmingham short-term rental property owners. Whether you’re a seasoned property professional or just getting started, these courses will help you run your Airbnb, VRBO, and short-term rentals with minimal headaches, issues, or costly surprises.

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How to Properly Run a Short-Term Rental Business

You’ll learn:

Lesson 1: Introduction to the Short-Term Rental Business

Lesson 2: Property Setup and Design

Lesson 3: Listing Optimization and Pricing Strategy

Lesson 4: Guest Screening, Safety, and Security

Lesson 5: Guest Experience and Reviews

Lesson 6: Neighbor and Community Engagement

Lesson 7: Maintenance, Cleaning, and Property Management

Lesson 8: Handling Finances and Taxes

With the successful completion of the course and assessment, you’ll have a Short-Term Rental Property Certification from the same governing body that certifies UAB courses!

Plus, the first 100 people to purchase the new course receive:

— a massive 61% discount on the course: Normally $499, you can get it for $197!

2X more access: Normally 1 user per license, you can add a second user at no extra cost!
4X longer access: Instead of 3 months, you both get 1 full year to complete the course!

The first 100 people to purchase the course also get:

— 12 months access to the must-have course “Short-Term Rental Regulations and Compliance in Birmingham” — a $499 Value, for free! This course alone will save you thousands in time and costly mistakes!

Sign up below to be notified when the new course is released so you can be in the first 100 to get this course and all these incredible bonuses for only $157!

Get the Course:

How to Properly Run a Short-Term Rental Business

Lesson 1: Introduction to the Short-Term Rental Business

Lesson 2: Property Setup and Design

Lesson 3: Listing Optimization and Pricing Strategy

Lesson 4: Guest Screening, Safety, and Security

Lesson 5: Guest Experience and Reviews

Lesson 6: Neighbor and Community Engagement

Lesson 7: Maintenance, Cleaning, and Property Management

Lesson 8: Handling Finances and Taxes

You’ll learn:

With the successful completion of the course and assessment, you’ll have a Short-Term Rental Property Certification from the same governing body that certifies UAB courses!

Learn how to book more often, get more profit, and score better reviews— it’s all in this course for only $497.

Special Launch Bundle

The first 100 people to purchase the course also get:

— 12 months access to the must-have course “Short-Term Rental Regulations and Compliance in Birmingham” — a $497 Value, for free! This course alone will save you thousands in time and costly mistakes!

Be the first to get notified! Only the first 100 course registrants get the special launch bundle with both courses for only $497.

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The first 100 course registrants also get access to the must have “Short-Term Rental Regulations and Compliance in Birmingham” course that’s specific to Airbnb’s, VRBOs and other short-term rentals in Birmingham, Alabama!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What if I already own a short-term rental property?

Courses are created to benefit both aspiring and seasoned short-term rental property owners. If you already own one or more short-term rental properties, you will still learn more about optimizing your profitability and improving your guests experiences to receive higher ratings and reviews.

What if my property is not in Birmingham, Alabama?

While these courses are created with specific details that are helpful to property owners in Birmingham, Alabama, a good portion of the knowledge that is shared is practical and applicable no matter where your short-term rental property is located.

What can I expect from these courses?

Our courses are comprehensive and tailored to address your specific short-term property needs. You can expect in-depth information in all key areas of setting up, maintaining, and running a short-term rental property. We do not provide hands-on support because our courses are designed to be comprehensive in all key areas of setting up and managing your short-term rental business.

Testimonials

Larry Sweeny

Judson advised me as I was thinking about starting an STR and now that I have actually started my STR. His knowledge of the systems, tools, and process was invaluable to my early and continued success. His financial strategies and management approach is a must have as anyone moves forward in this business. If you are getting into the business Judson has a wide range of knowledge in the property development and property management aspects. Get with Judson, you wont regret it.

Jason Surat

This short-term rental course offers a comprehensive overview, covering everything from property setup and listing optimization to guest experience and financial management. Each lesson is thoughtfully structured, blending practical tips with actionable strategies, making it accessible for beginners while valuable for experienced hosts. I particularly appreciated the focus on guest screening, safety, and community engagement, as these aspects are often overlooked but crucial for long-term success. By the end of the course, I felt equipped with the knowledge to not only launch but effectively scale an STR business.

About the Vision and Visionary

Judson Lawson is a fellow short-term rental property owner in Birmingham, Alabama. He started with one property and began learning the ropes. After years of experience and thousands of dollars in education and costly mistakes, his mission is to help fellow owners shortcut their path to profitability. Now you can benefit from the contributions that Judson and other successful owners in Birmingham share in these courses to learn how to successfully start, maintain, and profitably run your Airbnb, VRBO, or short-term rental properties with minimal headaches or costly mistakes.

Our courses are QM certified, meaning they met the standards for a QM Rubric during an official course review for certification.

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