THIS Real Estate Law Airbnb Hosts Need to Understand In 2020

Sean RakidzichNov 11, 202017m 12s16.0K viewsScore 85
Regulations & Compliance
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possession
Airbnb terms of service
guest refunds
legal arguments
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Summary

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This video explains the legal concept of 'possession' as it applies to short-term rentals and Airbnb. Hosts will learn how to leverage Airbnb's Terms of Service to argue for their rights and potentially recover funds that were wrongfully withheld due to misunderstandings of possession.

Key insights

  • For a guest to qualify for a full refund due to a travel issue, they must show photos within 24 hours and agree to 'vacate the premise,' which legally means returning possession and control of the accommodation.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Guests may attempt to hold a property 'hostage' by claiming a travel issue but refusing to cancel their reservation or vacate the premises, thereby maintaining possession and potentially nullifying their refund claim.

Tools & resources

  • Sean Rakidzich YouTube Channelplatform

    Sean Rakidzich's YouTube channel offers educational content for real estate investors and Airbnb hosts, including this video on legal arguments for possession.

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