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Top Strategies for Section 8 Rental Success

Top Strategies for Section 8 Rental Success

Guaranteed payments, steady demand, lower turnover. That is the upside when you run Section 8 rentals with intention. Yet many…

December 17, 2025 13 min read
Navigating Airbnb Updates: A Beginner’s Guide

Navigating Airbnb Updates: A Beginner’s Guide

Opened Airbnb to book a weekend getaway and everything looks a little different? You are not alone. Airbnb rolls out…

December 14, 2025 7 min read
Step-by-Step Guide to Vrbo Owner Login

Step-by-Step Guide to Vrbo Owner Login

New to hosting on Vrbo and not sure how to access your dashboard? You’re in the right place. In this…

December 14, 2025 7 min read
Airbnb Investments: Data-Driven Strategies

Airbnb Investments: Data-Driven Strategies

Two streets apart, same number of beds, one listing quietly doubles the other’s annual yield. That gap is rarely luck.…

December 13, 2025 11 min read

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Navigating the 2025 Short-Term Rental Landscape

Navigating the 2025 Short-Term Rental Landscape

Thinking about launching your first short term rental in 2025? The rules are shifting fast, and early decisions can shape…

December 12, 2025 6 min read
The “STR Loophole” for High Earners

The “STR Loophole” for High Earners

Are you a highly compensated doctor or lawyer struggling with a heavy W-2 tax burden? The Short-Term Rental (STR) Loophole…

December 12, 2025 5 min read
Stop Trying to Hack the System and Just Use BRRRR

Stop Trying to Hack the System and Just Use BRRRR

Stop looking for "no money down" loopholes that border on fraud. The BRRRR strategy is the legitimate, time-tested way to…

December 12, 2025 4 min read
Mastering STR Revenue: Use Airbnb Calculators

Mastering STR Revenue: Use Airbnb Calculators

If dialing in your nightly rate and minimum stay could add five figures to your annual STR income, would you…

December 8, 2025 13 min read
The Hidden Economics of Short-Term Rentals in Small Cities

The Hidden Economics of Short-Term Rentals in Small Cities

Explore the growing market of short-term rentals in small cities, uncovering trends, statistics, and insights for investors and travelers.

November 23, 2025 6 min read
Harnessing Predictive Analytics to Transform Short-Term Rental Success

Harnessing Predictive Analytics to Transform Short-Term Rental Success

Explore how predictive analytics is revolutionizing short-term rentals through dynamic pricing, AI forecasting, and enhanced market insights.

November 22, 2025 6 min read

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Y’all, I’m Back – And So Is That Cursed Hot Tub: The Return of Airbnb Drama Royale

Y’all, I’m Back – And So Is That Cursed Hot Tub: The Return of Airbnb Drama Royale

Hot tub drama’s back, y’all: rashy reviews, defiant hosts, and a house manual TikTok rendition. Loretta May dishes the receipts!

June 3, 2025 3 min read
Top 10 U.S. Cities With Surging Short-Term Rental Demand in 2025

Top 10 U.S. Cities With Surging Short-Term Rental Demand in 2025

Explore the top ten U.S. cities where short-term rental demand is surging in 2025. This data-driven analysis highlights occupancy rates,…

June 2, 2025 3 min read
Greece’s Short-Term Rental Market: What the New Record Means for Hosts Everywhere

Greece’s Short-Term Rental Market: What the New Record Means for Hosts Everywhere

Greece’s short-term rental market smashed records with over 1 million beds in April 2025—a sign of booming demand and the…

June 2, 2025 2 min read
Idaho Supreme Court Strikes Down STR Ban: What the Landmark Lava Hot Springs Ruling Really Means

Idaho Supreme Court Strikes Down STR Ban: What the Landmark Lava Hot Springs Ruling Really Means

The Idaho Supreme Court's unanimous ruling overturning Lava Hot Springs' ban on non-owner-occupied STRs marks a legal sea change. State…

June 2, 2025 5 min read
Surging Stays: Where and Why Short-Term Rental Rates Saw a Spring Boost!

Surging Stays: Where and Why Short-Term Rental Rates Saw a Spring Boost!

Curious about which cities saw a big jump in short-term rental rates this spring? Edna Stewart, our Senior Data Analyst,…

May 26, 2025 5 min read
Unlocking Tax Advantages: Your guide to the Short-Term Rental Tax Loophole

Unlocking Tax Advantages: Your guide to the Short-Term Rental Tax Loophole

Unlock significant tax savings with your short-term rental! This readable guide demystifies the "Short-Term Rental Tax Loophole," showing how you…

May 19, 2025 10 min read
Inside Airbnb’s Summer Push: Risk, Reinvention, and What It Means for STRs

Inside Airbnb’s Summer Push: Risk, Reinvention, and What It Means for STRs

Airbnb’s Summer 2025 launch is all about risk-taking and bold design. Here’s why that matters for the future of short-term…

May 15, 2025 2 min read
Smooth Sailing Ahead? The US Short-Term Rental Market Looks to Stabilize in 2025

Smooth Sailing Ahead? The US Short-Term Rental Market Looks to Stabilize in 2025

The U.S. short-term rental market is heading towards a period of stabilization in 2025. Discover what key data from experts…

May 7, 2025 5 min read
Austin’s New STR Tax Grab: More Cash for City Hall,But What About Neighborhood Peace?

Austin’s New STR Tax Grab: More Cash for City Hall,But What About Neighborhood Peace?

Austin's making big changes to its Short-Term Rental rules, starting with how taxes are collected. Platforms like Airbnb will soon…

May 7, 2025 5 min read