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If you’ve ever thought about renting out your spare room or buying a vacation home to list on Airbnb — you’re not alone. The short term rental boom is real and still growing. According to Dimension Market Research, the global short-term rental market is on track to hit $341.9 billion by 2033, with an average… Continue reading Is Short-Term Rental Hosting Worth It? 2025 Market Trends, Real Costs, Profit Tips for New Airbnb Hosts

Walk down any suburban street near Boston, Dallas, or Tampa and you’ll notice something interesting. That neat row of single-family homes? Fewer owners. More renters. Sounds odd? Maybe not so much anymore. Since 2020, U.S. home prices have shot up nearly 47% (Federal Reserve Economic Data). The average 30-year mortgage rate hovers around 6.8% (as… Continue reading U.S. Suburbs Are the New Renter Hubs: How Smart Investors Can Win Big in 2025

If you own or manage a short-term rental in the U.S., you probably keep an eye on holidays and July 4th weekend is always one of the biggest (and riskiest). This year, Airbnb used its new anti-party technology to block unauthorized bashes before they could even start. Now that the fireworks are done, here’s how… Continue reading Airbnb’s Anti-Party Crackdown: How It Worked This July 4th and What It Means for Short Term Rental Owners

If you’re an Airbnb host or STR investor aiming to stand out in 2025, you’ve got to treat your listing like a mini website. That means nailing Airbnb SEO, using tools like the Airbnb calculator, STR calculator, and smart ranking tactics. Here’s a deep dive into what works now. 1. Why SEO Matters on Airbnb… Continue reading Optimize Your Airbnb Listing for SEO in 2025: Tools, Airbnb Calculator & Ranking Boosters

The golden era of “buy any Airbnb, and it’ll cash flow” is officially over in many markets. Locations like Galveston, Texas, and parts of Florida and California are experiencing a glut — too many short-term rentals chasing not enough guests. In Galveston alone, the number of STR listings has surged 42% over the past two… Continue reading Glut Hits Former Airbnb Markets: How STR Investors Can Still Win in 2025?

Starting May 12, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has made it official: all platforms like Airbnb and VRBO must show all-in pricing upfront. That means the price you see must now include cleaning fees, service charges, and other mandatory add-ons – no more surprises at checkout. Whether you’re a seasoned host or just thinking,… Continue reading FTC Mandates Transparent Pricing for Short-Term Rentals: What Airbnb Hosts Need to Know

If you’re considering investing in Airbnb or short-term rental (STR) properties, you’re probably wondering: Where are the best returns and the least regulatory headaches? Florida, Texas, and Arizona continue to dominate the conversation among savvy real estate investors. Why? Because they strike that perfect balance between tourism demand, investor-friendly laws, and reliable year-round occupancy. In… Continue reading Top 5 Favorable STR Regulation Markets in FL, TX, and AZ (2025 Edition)

Setting the Stage: The “Big Beautiful Tax Bill” Revisited Our recent analysis celebrated the return of 100% bonus depreciation—a provision enabling immediate expensing of qualifying property improvements placed in service through 2029. For short-term rental investors, this translates into enhanced early-year cash flow, stronger ROI projections and a potent tool for offsetting startup costs on… Continue reading Beyond the Tax Bill: Navigating Bonus Depreciation Amid the Trump–Musk Feud

The Unfolding Clash and Its Reach The public dispute between former President Donald Trump and Elon Musk has evolved into a high-profile dialogue on policy, corporate responsibility and economic direction. What began as social-media jabs has spilled into commentary on housing policy and tax reform, drawing in lawmakers and financial markets. Given the stature of… Continue reading When Titans Collide: How the Trump–Musk Rift Could Shake Up the U.S. Real Estate Market