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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 ...
Airbnb’s 2025 Strategy: Evolving into a Comprehensive Lifestyle Platform
Airbnb’s 2025 strategy marks a major shift toward becoming a lifestyle platform. Building on its three pillars—Hosting, Core Service, and Expansion—Airbnb is moving beyond travel into real estate, car sharing, and AI-driven personalization. The goal: make Airbnb a daily-use platform, not just a booking site.
The UK Gets Airbnb-Friendly, HomeToGo Partners with FlixBus, Hospitable Upgrades Guest Messaging with Touch Stay
Airbnb-Friendly Apartments Launch 1,500 New Units in the UK with Greystar About Greystar: Greystar is an international real estate company ...
Wellness Travel Is Booming—Here’s How to Make It Work for Your Rentals
Health and wellness travel has become one of the most significant global travel trends, reflecting a deeper shift in consumer ...
