Cocktails & Cash Flow - The Big Beautiful Bill Breakdown

Join us for an evening of cocktails, networking, and a real-world look into building wealth through short-term rentals—hosted at Del Frisco’s, one of Denver’s most iconic upscale steakhouses.

This isn’t your typical real estate mixer. We’ll be talking real numbers, real strategies, and sharing insights you won’t find anywhere else on how to turn vacation homes into high-performing investment properties.

Michael McClearn

Founder of StayRate, STR investor & real estate advisor

Michael will share a live case study of his latest Airbnb investment—covering everything from the acquisition and design decisions to the setup process that helped generate $48K in bookings within the first 30 days. He’ll also explain how he’s leveraging bonus depreciation to unlock over six figures in tax savings, offering a clear look at what’s possible when strategy meets execution.

Alex Reid

Creative Loan Specialist, Investor, & STR financing expert

Alex will break down the current mortgage market, investor guideline updates, and walk through the best creative financing hacks for Airbnb investments - especially second homes and high-end properties. If you’re looking to scale or get started with STRs, this is a conversation and resource you don't want to miss.

• 100% Bonus Depreciation is back — how STR investors are using it to save six figures
• How to spot high-performing Airbnb properties in the right markets
• Tax strategies unique to short-term rentals
• Financing tools that maximize leverage, ROI, and monthly cash flow

• Investors looking to grow or start their STR portfolio
• High earners interested in smart, tax-advantaged investments
• Anyone curious about how to turn a second home into a serious income stream

Craft cocktails, drinks, and hors d’oeuvres will be served in true Del Frisco’s fashion.

Come for the strategy. Stay for the conversation—and the cocktails.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Del Frisco's Grille, 100 Saint Paul Street, Denver, United States