Toronto condo owner discovers unit listed on Airbnb behind her back — with more than 70 reviews - CBC

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Published: March 5, 2018
Regulations & Compliance
Toronto, Canada

Summary

A Toronto condo owner discovered her unit listed on Airbnb without her knowledge, accumulating over 70 reviews. This highlights the importance of monitoring property listings and understanding local regulations to prevent unauthorized short-term rentals. Hosts should be proactive in protecting their properties and potentially face issues related to HOA or condo rules.

Action Items

  • Hosts should regularly check listing platforms and online search results to ensure no unauthorized listings are present for their properties.
    Effort: low
    Impact: medium
  • Review your HOA or condo rules to understand the regulations regarding short-term rentals and ensure compliance.
    Effort: low
    Impact: medium

Common Mistakes

  • Failing to monitor your property listings can lead to unauthorized short-term rentals, potentially violating HOA rules or local regulations.

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