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State of the state: New York short-term rental rules

Short-term rentals are popular throughout New York state, with well-established state and local taxes. However, vacation rentals have also become more controversial over the past several years....Continued

Clark County, Nevada, passes new short-term rental rules to comply with state law

Clark County has approved an ordinance that allows short-term rentals. Hosts must register with the city, collect lodging taxes from guests, and follow other rules....Continued

State of the state: South Carolina short-term rental rules

South Carolina offers a variety of prime vacation spots, from the historic sites of Charleston to the family-friendly fun of Myrtle Beach. Not surprisingly, it’s also a popular spot for short-term ren...Continued

Marin County suspends new short-term rentals in western areas

The pause on new short-term rentals applies to the West Marin Transient Occupancy Tax Area, which covers unincorporated areas....Continued

Newport, Rhode Island, bans short-term rentals in residential zones

Short-term rentals are no longer allowed in residential zones in Newport, Rhode Island, after the City Council passed two ordinances to amend the city’s zoning code. ...Continued

Honolulu City Council passes new short-term rental restrictions for Oahu

Oahu vacation rentals in residential areas will have a minimum rental period of 90 days under a new ordinance approved by the Honolulu City Council....Continued

Truckee, California, caps vacation rentals

Under new short-term rental rules in Truckee, California, the number of vacation rentals will be capped at 1,255 amid concerns about the availability of local affordable housing....Continued

California Coastal Commission rulings have big impact on vacation rentals

The short-term rental business has had a tumultuous time over the past several years as it’s grown into a popular and profitable industry. ...Continued

Commonly asked questions from short-term rental hosts: Is the cleaning fee we pay to our cleaning company taxable?

Cleaning fees actually come up quite a bit when it comes to short-term rental taxes. While your cleaning company may pay income tax on the cleaning fee you pay them, this fee is not taxable for you....Continued

District of Columbia short-term rental law finally goes into effect

Short-term rental hosts now need to obtain permits, limit the amount of time they rent properties every year, and abide by other new rules as a three-year-old ordinance finally goes into effect....Continued