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So, you're thinking about buying a property to use as a short-term rental (STR)? It can look like a great way to make money, but don't jump in too fast. What are the real rules where you're looking? Are STRs even allowed? What about the neighbors – will they be happy about it? Buying an STR is a big decision, and there are a lot of things you need to know to make sure it's a smart move for you and your community.

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Best VRBO Markets for STR Investors in 2026
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Best VRBO Markets for STR Investors in 2026

Which VRBO markets deliver the strongest returns for STR investors in 2026? StaySTRA data ranks 15 whole-home leisure markets by…

May 29, 2026 18 min read
White Mountains NH Short-Term Rental Market 2026: What StaySTRA Data Shows for New Englands Premier Mountain Destination
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White Mountains NH Short-Term Rental Market 2026: What StaySTRA Data Shows for New Englands Premier Mountain Destination

StaySTRA data tracks the White Mountains NH STR market across Carroll and Grafton counties: $237 ADR, 44% average annual occupancy,…

May 28, 2026 13 min read
How to Furnish an Airbnb on a Budget: What the Data Shows About Which Amenities Drive the Highest Revenue per Dollar Spent
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How to Furnish an Airbnb on a Budget: What the Data Shows About Which Amenities Drive the Highest Revenue per Dollar Spent

Most Airbnb furnishing guides are shopping lists. This one is anchored in data: which amenities command premium rates, what to…

May 27, 2026 19 min read
Napa Valley and Sonoma Wine Country STR Market 2026. What the Data Shows for Investors in Californias Most Premium Vacation Destination
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Napa Valley and Sonoma Wine Country STR Market 2026. What the Data Shows for Investors in Californias Most Premium Vacation Destination

StaySTRA data for Sonoma County wine country shows median ADRs between $572 and $753, some of the highest in California.…

May 26, 2026 14 min read
Door County WI Short-Term Rental Market 2026. What StaySTRA Data Shows for the Great Lakes Most Popular Summer Destination
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Door County WI Short-Term Rental Market 2026. What StaySTRA Data Shows for the Great Lakes Most Popular Summer Destination

StaySTRA data shows Door County Wisconsin sub-markets reaching 97% occupancy in July, with Sister Bay generating an estimated $68,664 in…

May 24, 2026 12 min read
Best States to Buy an Airbnb in 2026 A Data-Backed Ranking by Revenue Regulation and Market Depth
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Best States to Buy an Airbnb in 2026 A Data-Backed Ranking by Revenue Regulation and Market Depth

StaySTRA data ranks the best U.S. states for short-term rental investment in 2026, scored by revenue potential, regulatory environment, and…

May 22, 2026 18 min read
How to Buy an Airbnb Property in 2026: A Step-by-Step Guide for First-Time STR Investors
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How to Buy an Airbnb Property in 2026: A Step-by-Step Guide for First-Time STR Investors

A data-backed, step-by-step guide to buying your first short-term rental in 2026. Market selection, DSCR financing, return calculations, and permit…

May 21, 2026 17 min read
Denver Colorado Short-Term Rental Market 2026 What StaySTRA Data Shows for One of the Country’s Most Contested Markets
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Denver Colorado Short-Term Rental Market 2026 What StaySTRA Data Shows for One of the Country’s Most Contested Markets

StaySTRA data shows Denver's 3,760 active STR listings generating a 212 dollar average daily rate with 54 percent annual occupancy.…

May 20, 2026 12 min read
Canadian Bookings Are Down 20%. International Travel to U.S. STRs Is Slowing. Here Are the 8 Markets Where the Fundamentals Still Hold.
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Canadian Bookings Are Down 20%. International Travel to U.S. STRs Is Slowing. Here Are the 8 Markets Where the Fundamentals Still Hold.

Canadian bookings to U.S. STRs fell 20-plus percent year over year and international demand is slowing. StaySTRA data identifies the…

May 19, 2026 12 min read
Short-Term Rental Investing in 2026: What the Numbers Actually Look Like
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Short-Term Rental Investing in 2026: What the Numbers Actually Look Like

StaySTRA data on 55 U.S. markets reveals the real ADR, occupancy, and annual gross revenue across beach, mountain, urban, and…

May 18, 2026 15 min read
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