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Mayor Bissen signs Bill 9 into law; says it will restore housing availability for residents - Maui Now

Maui has passed Bill 9, aiming to restore housing availability for residents. Hosts in Maui should be aware of this new regulation, as it may impact their ability to operate or require changes to their STR business.

4 months agoMaui85
Maui County approves vacation rental phase-out - Aloha State Daily

Maui County has approved a phase-out of vacation rentals. Hosts in Maui should be aware of this new regulation as it may impact their ability to operate their short-term rental business.

4 months agoMaui, HI95
EU Unveils Plan To Tackle Housing Crisis - Barron's

This article discusses the EU's plan to address the housing crisis. While the specifics of the plan are not mentioned in this snippet, STR hosts should be aware of potential impacts on housing availability and any resulting regulatory changes that might affect their business.

4 months agoEU75
EU Unveils Plan To Tackle Housing Crisis - Barron's

This article discusses the EU's plan to address the housing crisis. While the specifics aren't detailed in this short blurb, hosts should be aware of potential impacts to STRs, possibly involving new regulations or market shifts. Stay informed on how housing policy changes in the EU might influence your business.

4 months agoEU75
Spain fines Airbnb 64 million euros for posting banned properties - The Business Times

Airbnb was fined 64 million euros by Spain for listing banned properties. This highlights the importance of staying compliant with local regulations to avoid significant financial penalties. Hosts should regularly check and ensure their listings adhere to local laws.

4 months agoSpain90
Mayor Richard Bissen signs historic Bill 9 into law after Maui County Council vote today - Maui County.gov

Maui County has passed Bill 9 into law. Hosts in Maui County should review the new regulations and ensure their operations are compliant.

4 months agoMaui County92
Maui Mayor Bissen signs short-term rental conversion bill into law - Honolulu Star-Advertiser

The Maui Mayor signed a bill into law regarding short-term rental conversions. Hosts in Maui should be aware of this new legislation, as it will likely impact the types of properties that can operate as short-term rentals.

4 months agoMaui, Hawaii85
Maui passes bill to phase out vacation rentals - Courthouse News

Maui has passed a bill to phase out vacation rentals. This could significantly impact hosts operating in Maui, potentially requiring them to cease short-term rentals in the future. Hosts should monitor the implementation details and legal developments.

4 months agoMaui, HI95
Mayor Bissen signs Bill 9 into law, shortly after 5-3 final passage by Maui Council - Maui Now

Maui has passed a new law, Bill 9, impacting short-term rentals. Hosts in Maui should stay informed about the specifics of this new legislation and how it might affect their operations.

4 months agoMaui85
Maui law to phase out 7,000 vacation rentals by 2031 - The Business Journals

Maui is implementing a law to phase out 7,000 vacation rentals by 2031. This is a significant regulatory change that could impact hosts in Maui. Hosts need to be aware of this new law and how it affects their rental operations.

4 months agoMaui90
Historic vacation rental control measure becomes law on Maui - Hawaii News Now

A new vacation rental control measure has become law in Maui. Hosts in Maui should familiarize themselves with the new regulations to ensure compliance.

4 months agoMaui90
Kansas City opens World Cup short-term rental applications at discounted rate - KCTV

Kansas City is opening short-term rental permit applications with a discounted rate for the upcoming World Cup. Hosts in the area should take advantage of this to ensure compliance and potential benefits during the event. This allows hosts to prepare their properties and potentially benefit from increased demand.

4 months agoKansas City, MO85
Commission signals clampdown on Airbnb and other short-term rentals - euractiv.com

This article reports that the Commission is signaling stricter regulations on short-term rentals like Airbnb. Hosts should stay informed about potential new rules to ensure compliance and avoid penalties.

4 months agoCountry85
Kansas City opens World Cup short-term rental applications at discounted rate - KCTV

Kansas City is opening applications for short-term rental permits at a discounted rate in anticipation of the World Cup. Hosts should apply to take advantage of the special pricing.

4 months agoKansas City, MO75
Maui Votes Today To Phase Out 6,000 Vacation Rentals. Yours May Be One Of Them. - Beat of Hawaii

Maui is voting on a plan to phase out 6,000 vacation rentals. Hosts on Maui should be aware of this potential change as it may impact their ability to operate short-term rentals.

4 months agoMaui90
Spain Joins United States, Italy, France, Greece, United Kingdom, Portugal in Cracking Vacation Rentals, This is a Major Step to Tackle Overtourism, New Update is Here - Travel And Tour World

Spain is joining other countries in cracking down on vacation rentals, which is a major step to address overtourism. Hosts should be aware of this trend as regulations are increasingly common in popular travel destinations. Stay informed about local regulations in your area.

4 months agoSpain85
Airbnb fined €65 million as Spain tightens rental rules - Euronews.com

Spain is tightening its short-term rental rules, leading to a €65 million fine for Airbnb. This highlights the growing regulatory scrutiny of the STR industry, which means hosts need to stay informed on local regulations to avoid penalties.

4 months agoSpain85
Airbnb fined €64 Million by Spain in December 2025 Over Banned Property Listings - Meyka

Airbnb was fined €64 million by Spain in December 2025 due to banned property listings. Hosts should be aware of local regulations and ensure their listings comply to avoid potential fines.

4 months agoSpain85
How to Airbnb your Houston home for the 2026 World Cup - Axios

This article discusses how to prepare your Houston home for Airbnb rentals during the 2026 World Cup. Hosts should research potential regulations and consider how to optimize their listings to capitalize on the expected surge in demand.

4 months agoHouston, Texas75
Airbnb Fined in Spain for Non-Compliant Listings: What This Means for the Future of Short-Term Rentals in Popular Spanish Cities - Travel And Tour World

This article reports that Airbnb has been fined in Spain for non-compliant listings. Hosts in popular Spanish cities should be aware of potential regulatory changes and ensure their listings comply with local laws to avoid penalties.

4 months agoSpain85