Ireland’s STR Playbook: Big Numbers, Big Questions, and What the US Needs to Know
Ireland's grappling with short-term rentals offers big lessons for the US. An Airbnb study touts €501M in economic impact, but…
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Houston Implements Comprehensive Short-Term Rental Ordinance: Balancing Growth and Neighborhood Concerns
Houston adopts its first comprehensive short-term rental ordinance, implementing a registration system, operational rules, and strict enforcement mechanisms, including platform…
State vs. Local Control: Who Makes the Rules for Short-Term Rentals?
The debate over short-term rental regulation is intensifying. Should states set uniform rules, or should local governments have control? See…
Airbnb’s Global Tightrope: Walking Between Innovation and Regulation
Airbnb connects millions worldwide, but its rapid growth constantly clashes with local regulations. From Washington State to Lisbon, cities grapple…
Washington State Eyes New 6% Tax on Short-Term Rentals: A Deep Dive into House Bill 1763
Washington State's proposed 6% tax on short-term rentals (HB 1763) aims to fund affordable housing but faces stiff opposition from…
The Hidden Dangers of Inflated Seller Concessions: A Legal Perspective
Thinking of getting extra cash back at closing by inflating the purchase price? Think again. This seemingly clever "hack" can…
Short-Term Rentals in New Braunfels: What You Need to Know
Let’s talk about the rules for short-term rentals (STRs) – like Airbnb and VRBO – in New Braunfels, Texas. It…
Austin Short-Term Rentals Get a Little More Taxing: What You Need to Know
Austin is a cool city with music, great food, and a chill vibe. But something new is happening that could…
Port Angeles: Are New Short-Term Rental Rules Leveling the Playing Field, or Just Another Hurdle?
Port Angeles has new rules for short-term rentals. Are they working for the community, or just creating more red tape?
Dallas’s Ongoing Short-Term Rental Saga: A Year After the Ban
Despite Dallas officially banning short-term rentals (STRs) in most of the city over a year ago, these rentals persist, largely…