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Short term rental owners and guests, summer 2025 is serving a mix of caution and charm. Rehoboth Beach faces a temporary water quality advisory, while a Hill Country town in Texas is trending as a prime Fourth of July destination. Here’s what both mean for your rentals, bookings, and travel plans. Rehoboth Beach Issues Water… Continue reading Bacteria Advisory in Rehoboth Beach + Texas Hill Country: What Vacation Rental Hosts & Guests Need to Know

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

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

Houston’s first short-term rental (STR) ordinance was unanimously approved on April, 16th 2025, for the first time establishing a registration-and-compliance framework to balance neighborhood protection with responsible hosting. Applications will become available on August 1, 2025, and all Airbnb operators must secure a valid Certificate of Registration by January 1, 2026. This analysis aligns with… Continue reading Historic Houston Short-Term Rental Ordinance: What Airbnb Investors Need to Know

With President Donald Trump back in office and already enacting sweeping economic and immigration measures, U.S. real estate investors—particularly short-term rental (STR) operators—are experiencing direct market impacts. In early March 2025, Trump implemented wide-ranging tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China and launched a crackdown on undocumented immigration. These policies have begun reshaping construction… Continue reading How Trump’s Tariffs and Deportation Policies Are Affecting U.S. Homebuyers—and STR Investors

Airbnb has become a household name over the past decade, revolutionizing the way people travel and book accommodations. But what exactly is an “Airbnb”? In this guide, we’ll break down the concept of Airbnb, how it works, and why it has become one of the most popular options for travelers and property owners alike. Understanding… Continue reading What is an Airbnb? A Complete Guide to Airbnb Rentals

📢 Big news in the real estate world! Realtor.com, one of the largest online real estate platforms, has officially relocated its headquarters from Santa Clara, California, to Austin, Texas. This move reflects larger migration trends in the industry, shifting the landscape for real estate professionals, investors, and homebuyers. 🔎 In this post, we’ll break down:… Continue reading Realtor.com Moves HQ to Austin, Texas – What It Means for Investors and the STR Market

The short-term rental (STR) market is constantly evolving, and as we step into 2025, our latest analysis reveals valuable insights for real estate investors. By leveraging proprietary data from Airbnb calendar tracking, Zillow, and MLS insights, we’ve explored key trends for full-time Airbnb listings available more than 180 days a year. Key Market Trends and… Continue reading March 2025 Airbnb Market Trends: Key Insights for Investors