Airbnb renters claim man placed hidden cameras in Maryland home - CBS News
Summary
This article reports on a case where Airbnb renters claim hidden cameras were found in a Maryland rental home. Hosts should ensure their properties are free of hidden cameras to protect guest privacy and avoid potential legal issues.
Action Items
- ✓Regularly inspect your property for hidden cameras, paying particular attention to areas where guests expect privacy, such as bathrooms and bedrooms.Effort: lowImpact: high
- ✓Review your insurance policy to understand coverage related to guest privacy violations.Effort: lowImpact: medium
- ✓Clearly state in your house rules that hidden cameras are prohibited, and provide a contact method for reporting any concerns.Effort: lowImpact: medium
Common Mistakes
- ⚠Hosts risk violating guest privacy and facing legal consequences by failing to ensure their properties are free from hidden cameras.
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