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Spanish government orders over 80,000 short-term rentals to be removed from market - shorttermrentalz.com
Summary
The Spanish government is taking action against the short-term rental market, ordering the removal of over 80,000 listings. This significant regulatory move will dramatically impact the availability of STRs and has broad implications for hosts operating in Spain. Hosts should prepare for potential impacts to their rental income and occupancy.
Key Insights
- •The Spanish government is ordering over 80,000 short-term rentals to be removed from the market.
Action Items
- ✓Hosts operating in Spain should proactively research upcoming permit requirements and local regulations.Effort: mediumImpact: high
Common Mistakes
- ⚠Failure to comply with new regulations could result in significant fines or the inability to operate an STR in Spain.
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