The Professional STR Operator Gap How Full-Time Hosts Are Pulling Away from Part-Timers in 2026
The performance gap between professional STR operators and part-time hosts is widening in 2026. Data shows professionally managed properties earn…
Short-Term Rentals
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Mid-Term Rentals: The Fastest-Growing Segment Most Hosts Are Ignoring
Nights booked for 28 days or more grew 136% between 2019 and 2025, nearly three times faster than short-term rental…
Houston First-Ever STR Ordinance — What Every Host Needs to Know
Houston's first comprehensive STR ordinance took effect January 1, 2026. Registration, $1M liability insurance, human trafficking training, and fines up…
The STR Insurance Crisis Why Hosts Are Getting Dropped and What It Means
Standard homeowners insurance won't cover your STR. AirCover isn't real insurance. And the property insurance market is in crisis. Here's…
The Airbnb Bust Cities Where STR Investors Are Losing Money in 2026
Revenue is down. Days on market are climbing. In the most oversaturated vacation rental markets of 2026, investors who bought…
Amenities That Actually Increase Airbnb Revenue: Ranked by ROI Data
Not all amenities are created equal. Data shows pet-friendly listings earn $17 more per night, 6-bedroom properties saw 12.6% booking…
Wine Country Dreams — What It Is Really Like Running an STR in the Texas Hill Country
From Fredericksburg wine trails to Wimberley swimming holes, the Texas Hill Country is one of the most desirable STR markets…
Houston First-Ever STR Ordinance — What Every Host Needs to Know
Houston's first comprehensive STR ordinance took effect January 1, 2026. Registration, $1M liability insurance, human trafficking training, and fines up…
Austin STR Regulations — Everything Changing on July 1, 2026
Austin's updated STR ordinance hits platforms on July 1, 2026. License display requirements, delist enforcement, and occupancy limits mean hosts…
Best Texas Cities for STR Investment in 2026 — A Data-Backed Ranking
From Port Arthur to the Hill Country, StaySTRA data reveals which Texas markets deliver the strongest STR returns heading into…
