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Short-term rental permits, business registrations, tax licenses, oh my!

Different jurisdictions use different terms to refer to registration requirements. What’s called a zoning permit or business license in one area may be called a short-term rental permit in another....Continued

Airbnb, Vrbo collaborate to stop repeat offender party houses

Local communities have also been taking matters into their own hands and creating laws designed to discourage nuisance short-term rentals....Continued

A year later, what pandemic rules do short-term rental hosts need to follow?

With the end of the pandemic almost in sight, short-term rental hosts still must follow some state pandemic-related rules. ...Continued

10 easily overlooked tax deductions vacation rental hosts can claim

There are many deduction opportunities for hosts but they might not all be obvious, so it pays to do a little research to make sure you aren't missing out....Continued

Hosting events at your short-term rental

Hosts need to be careful about events on their properties. Knowing the rules can help avoid trouble with rental platforms, neighbors, and the law....Continued

Software help for managing your Airbnb

Busy hosts can get technological help with many of the tasks associated with running a short-term rental. ...Continued

Selling a vacation rental: your keys to success

Laying the groundwork for a successful sale should come well in advance of deciding to sell your vacation rental property....Continued

How to respond to negative Airbnb reviews

A negative review can actually offer an opportunity for you to demonstrate how great a host you really are — if you respond in the right way. ...Continued

How to get five-star reviews from your Airbnb guests

As a short-term rental host, reviews can make a huge difference in bookings and even prices. So, it’s worth it to do whatever you can to motivate as many guests as possible to leave positive reviews....Continued

Keeping up with changes in the lodging industry

Vacation rental owners need to get used to even more change coming and can’t afford to be complacent, adopt a head-in-the-sand attitude, or hope it goes back to the way it was....Continued