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Top Luxury Listing Sites for Property Managers to Secure High-End Bookings in 2025
With the luxury short-term rental market projected to reach an impressive $82 billion by 2031, the demand for private accommodations ...
A Luxury Flat, 101 Men, 1 OnlyFans Model, and a Shocking Airbnb Controversy That Challenges the System
The interplay of short-term rentals and online fame took an unexpected turn when 23-year-old British OnlyFans model Lily Phillips rented ...
What’s Next for Vacation Rentals in 2025 and How Property Managers Can Face the Challenges Head-On
In Europe, governments are urging citizens to stock up on food reserves, preparing for potential disruptions like an Eastern EU ...
Casago Acquires Vacasa: What It Means for US Vacation Rental ManageRs IN 2025
Casago’s acquisition of Vacasa marks one of the biggest shifts in the vacation rental industry. The $128.6 million deal merges Casago’s local franchise model with Vacasa’s large-scale tech-driven approach. Together, they’ll manage 45,000+ properties—reshaping how property managers balance technology, scale, and personalized service.
Skeletons, Unicorns, and Explosions: How Hostaway’s Bold Imagery Reflects Its $365M Ambitions
I. Hostaway’s Bold Imagery: Breaking the Mold When Hostaway announced its record-breaking $365 million funding round, they didn’t just rely ...
NYC Introduces Statewide Rental Registry, Top Luxury Villa Trends for 2025, and British Columbia vs. Airbnb
New York Introduces Statewide Short-Term Rental Registry, Demanding Transparency from Booking Platforms and Operators Snigdha’s Views Skillcations, Culinary Escapes, and ...
Must-Attend Short-Term Rental Conferences for Property Managers and Hosts in 2025
2025 is shaping up to be a defining year for vacation rental managers and hosts. The short-term rental industry is ...
2024 in Short-Term Rentals: The Stories That Made Waves (and Headlines)
2024 in Short-Term Rentals: The Stories That Made Waves (and Headlines) 2024 wasn’t just another year in the short-term rental ...
Spain Investigates Airbnb for Unlicensed Rentals, Ex-Vacasa CEO Launches ‘Fairly’, Marriott Partners with Postcard Cabins & Trailborn
Heavy Fines Threaten Airbnb Hosts as Spain Tightens Grip on Unlicensed Rentals Snigdha’s View Former Vacasa CEO Launches “Fairly” Aiming ...
No More Hidden Fees: FTC Announces Junk Fees Rule—But Will It Stick?
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized its groundbreaking Junk Fees Rule, targeting deceptive pricing practices across industries, including short-term ...
Niche Listing Sites to Explore to Diversify Your Vacation Rental Strategy in 2025
In a competitive market dominated by giants like Airbnb, Booking.com, and Vrbo, professional property managers are seeking alternative avenues to ...
Airbnb, Booking.com, and Vrbo in 2025: What Property Managers Must Know
2024 was a year of rapid change and tough decisions for property managers.From platform updates to stricter regulations and increased ...
The €19 Billion Question: New Airbnb Report Could Help Push for Fairer Regulations in The EU
Short-term rentals (STRs) contributed €19 billion to the European Union’s GDP in 2023 and supported over 300,000 jobs across Europe, ...
Airbnb Launches Host Training Programs in Asia, Canada Pledges $50M Against Rentals, Avantio Partners with Key Data Dashboard
Airbnb Launches Host Training Programs with UNESCO and Goa’s Tourism Department in Asia About UNESCO: UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific ...
Italy’s Self-Check-In Ban Could Crush Small Hosts, Have Global Fallout
We’ve seen it before: regulations that can upend entire short-term rental markets. New York’s recent enforcement of stringent laws, France’s ...
Founder Interview Episode 3: How Skol Apartments’ Daniela Derin Leverages Social Media to Achieve 85% Direct Bookings
Did you know that harnessing social media tools like WhatsApp and Instagram can help you significantly grow both your direct ...
NYC Short-Term Rental Ban Softens: How Advocacy Is Reshaping Regulations Globally
From the U.S. to Europe, short-term rental (STR) operators face increasing pressure from stringent regulations. In New York City, Local ...
Budapest’s 2-Year Rental Halt, Blackstone Invests in Inhabit, Minut Teams with HostBuddy AI
Budapest enforces tax hikes and freezes new short-term rental listings for two years Snigdha’s View: Blackstone and GSV Invest in ...
Avoiding a Santastrophe: How to Win Winter Bookings Like Airbnb
The holiday season is here, and Airbnb is pulling out all the stops to position itself as the go-to choice ...
Airbnb Regulations in France: What Short-Term Rental Hosts Need to Know About New Laws
France, the second-largest market in the world for Airbnb, has recently introduced the Loi Le Meur, a comprehensive law aimed ...
