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August 2019

Short-term rental industry news and updates

17 articles

Articles

Airbnb settles suit with Boston over short-term rental limits - The Boston Globe

This article reports on a settlement between Airbnb and the city of Boston regarding short-term rental limits. Hosts in Boston should stay informed about local regulations to ensure compliance and avoid potential issues.

over 6 years agoBoston, MA85
Can Limits on Airbnb Help Lower Long-term Rent? - The Regulatory Review

This article examines whether limiting Airbnb rentals can help lower long-term rental costs. Hosts should monitor local regulations and housing market trends, as restrictions on short-term rentals could impact their business.

over 6 years ago75
Airbnb host handed €6k fine by Frankfurt authorities - shorttermrentalz.com

An Airbnb host in Frankfurt was fined €6,000 by local authorities. Hosts must be aware of and comply with local regulations to avoid significant financial penalties.

over 6 years agoFrankfurt85
6.000 euro fine for unauthorised Airbnb host in Frankfurt - IamExpat in Germany

An Airbnb host in Frankfurt was fined 6,000 euros for unauthorized short-term rentals. This highlights the importance of understanding and complying with local regulations to avoid penalties. Hosts should always research local laws regarding STRs before listing.

over 6 years agoFrankfurt, Germany85
How to Maintain Outstanding Hospitality While Scaling to 80+ Units

This podcast episode discusses how to maintain exceptional hospitality while scaling a short-term rental business, even to 80+ units. The speaker, Steve Patterson, shares tips on building guest relationships and leveraging technology. Hosts can learn how to create memorable experiences and use online tools for communication.

over 6 years ago75
Short-term rental debate flares up in Buena Park, as city extends moratorium; frustrates hosts - Orange County Register

Buena Park, CA has extended its moratorium on short-term rentals, frustrating hosts. This highlights the ongoing regulatory challenges STR hosts face and the importance of staying informed about local ordinances.

over 6 years agoBuena Park, CA85
Vrbo News - PhocusWire

This article is a Vrbo news update from PhocusWire. While the specific content isn't detailed, it indicates that there may be new developments or announcements regarding the Vrbo platform.

over 6 years ago65
After two floors of Lowry Apartments go Airbnb, former tenant takes on short-term rental loophole - Pioneer Press

This article discusses a former tenant's challenge to the use of an apartment complex for short-term rentals, likely focusing on regulatory loopholes. Hosts should be aware of potential issues with local regulations and the legality of STRs in their areas, and might need to take action to ensure compliance.

over 6 years agoMinneapolis, MN75
Guest Screening for Growing STR Managers

This article discusses guest screening strategies for growing STR businesses, focusing on the risks of fraud, identity theft, and other issues. It highlights the use of AI tools like Autohost and other methods to increase revenue, and gives tips on complying with privacy laws. Action is needed to assess guest screening strategies and tools to increase security and revenue.

over 6 years ago82
New short-term rental ordinance in Long Lake Township includes septic system inspection - WPBN

Long Lake Township has implemented a new short-term rental ordinance that includes mandatory septic system inspections. Hosts in Long Lake Township need to be aware of this new regulation and ensure compliance to avoid penalties.

over 6 years agoLong Lake Township, MI85
Edmonton considering regulations for Airbnb, VRBO and HomeAway - CBC

Edmonton, Canada, is considering new regulations for short-term rentals listed on platforms like Airbnb and VRBO. This indicates a growing trend of local governments addressing the impact of STRs. The potential regulations aim to manage the growth of the STR market and ensure compliance. Hosts in Edmonton should anticipate potential changes to local STR laws.

over 6 years agoEdmonton, Canada85
San Francisco's Attempts to Uproot Unregistered Vacation Homes on Airbnb, HomeAway, VRBO Lead to Surge in Fraudulent Short-Term Rental Applications - NBC Bay Area

This article discusses San Francisco's efforts to regulate short-term rentals and the resulting increase in fraudulent applications. Hosts in San Francisco should be aware of the potential for increased scrutiny and the need to ensure their listings comply with local regulations to avoid penalties.

over 6 years agoSan Francisco, CA85
How to Keep the Bad Airbnb Guests Out by Screening Effectively

This article discusses the importance of screening potential guests to avoid problems like rule violations and criminal activity in your short-term rentals. It provides a screening process by outlining questions to ask and red flags to look for. Hosts should consider implementing a screening process and evaluating the booking channels they use.

over 6 years ago82
New Short-Term Rental Rules Now in Effect; Enforcement Begins November 1 - larchmontbuzz.com

New short-term rental rules are now in effect, with enforcement starting November 1st. Hosts should familiarize themselves with these new regulations to ensure compliance and avoid potential penalties.

over 6 years ago85
City of Los Angeles Launches Home-Sharing Program Registration Portal - City of Los Angeles (.gov)

The City of Los Angeles launched a home-sharing program registration portal. Hosts in Los Angeles must now register their properties with the city. This likely indicates a new layer of regulations hosts must follow in LA.

over 6 years agoLos Angeles, CA85
July Airbnb News Update

This article summarizes news from July 2019, including market trends, Airbnb's new features like Instant Book and business traveler tools, and regulatory issues. Hosts should pay attention to the growth of the sharing economy and the increasing price transparency required in Europe.

over 6 years ago75
London Airbnb host evicted from home and receives record fine - shorttermrentalz.com

This article reports on a London Airbnb host who was evicted and received a record fine. Hosts should be aware of local regulations and the potential consequences of non-compliance, as violations can lead to severe penalties.

over 6 years agoLondon, England85