EP156: This Week in the World of Airbnb
Summary
This 'Get Paid For Your Pad' episode discusses various Airbnb news items from May 2017, including creative listings like the Swedish countryside and an ad agency's office conversion, along with HomeAway's lawsuit against Chicago. Hosts should be aware of market trends and potential regulatory impacts. No specific actions are directly required in relation to the main content, but keeping up with industry news is essential.
Key Insights
- •Airbnb was named the #1 Disruptor of 2017 by CNBC.
- •HomeAway sued Chicago over its home-sharing law, alleging it was unconstitutional.
Action Items
- ✓Stay informed about the evolving home-sharing ecosystem and potential regulatory impacts in your area.Effort: lowImpact: medium
Tools & Resources
- →CNBC: CNBC article on Airbnb: It’s Been a Trip to $31 Billion, Now Airbnb Wants to Remake the Entire Travel Industry(cnbc.com/2017/05/15/its-been-a-fantastic-voyage-to-31-billion-what-airbnbs-next-big-trip-isnt-booked.html)
- →Chicago Tribune: Article from the Chicago Tribune about HomeAway's lawsuit against the city.(chicagotribune.com/business/ct-homeaway-sues-chicago-0523-biz-20170522-story.html)
- →Adweek: Article from Adweek about an agency turning their office into an Airbnb.(adweek.com/agencies/this-agency-turned-its-office-into-a-crazy-airbnb-that-got-jonathan-mildenhalls-attention)
- →Fortune: Article from Fortune about Sweden listing its entire countryside on Airbnb.(fortune.com/2017/05/22/sweden-countryside-airbnb-rental)
Common Mistakes
- ⚠Failing to stay abreast of local regulations could lead to fines or other legal issues.
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