U.S. rental firms and property owners fighting to protect future of short-term rentals
United States: The rapid growth of short-term rentals in the U.S. is pushing regional governments to rein in the practice but some rental firms and property owners are fighting off the lucrative industry’s threat. It was reported in June that voters in Palm Springs, California, approved a ballot measure overturning restrictions on short-term rentals, and […]
Washington D.C and Airbnb to fight over proposed second home rental bill
Washington D.C: Washington D.C. and Airbnb are set to fight over a proposed bill which would prevent homeowners from renting out their second homes through Airbnb or other short-term rental companies. Advocates of the bill say blocking second home rentals would preserve neighbourhoods and prevent buildings from being turned into hotel-like properties with travellers coming […]