Tim rents his home as a short-term rental on summer weekends. Why is this so scary to everyone else?

We discuss eleven fears about short-term rentals, one of which is legitimate. Fear not, we have a non-governmental solution for that one. All others will be #ASSUAGED!!!

11 Fears About Short Term Home Rentals

  • Fear #1 – Home rentals hurt a town’s “character”
  • Fear #2 – Home rentals make housing less affordable
  • Fear #3 – Home rentals are unsafe
  • Fear #4 – Home rentals are not in compliance with building codes
  • Fear #5 – Home rentals are not licensed and inspected as lodging places
  • Fear #6 – Home rentals are preparing and serving food without a license
  • Fear #7 – Home rentals are not ADA / FHA compliant for accessibility for people with disabilities
  • Fear #8 – Home rentals do not have adequate insurance
  • Fear #9 – Home rentals are not paying taxes
  • Fear #10 – Home rentals are unfair competition to hotels
  • Fear #11 – Home rentals are creating nuisances

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