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Summary
Before buying an Airbnb in a city, ensure the local economy is highly dependent on short-term rentals. Cities reliant on diverse industries like Los Angeles are less dependent on income from short-term rentals and might ban it. Instead, look for markets where there are no hotels and a greater reliance on Airbnb properties for tourism and lodging, like cities located near national parks.
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