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Airbnb and Boston agreed that fines against platforms and data-sharing requirements won’t be enforced until a judge rules on Airbnb’s request for an injunction while the case proceeds. ...Continued

Hosts need to keep in mind that running a short-term rental is a business. And where there’s business, regulations and taxes aren’t too far behind. ...Continued

A new ordinance could also make it easier for the city to find out whether short-term rental hosts are living up to their lodging tax obligations. ...Continued

The new laws require operators to follow neighborhood rules in response to concerns about issues such as noise, traffic, and parking. ...Continued

Starting January 1, Kauai County and Hawaii County will add local surcharges to the state general excise tax....Continued

New Jersey is one of the few states where HomeAway collects more types of short-term rental taxes for its hosts than short-term rental giant Airbnb....Continued

The new Netflix show understandably focuses on the more glamorous side of short-term rentals while glossing over the not-so-glamorous tasks of successfully running a short-term rental....Continued

The law requires online rental platforms such as Airbnb, HomeAway, and VRBO to provide data on hosts to the city every month. ...Continued

Be aware: Taxes go hand in hand with an income-producing business. Here are 10 helpful tips specifically for hosts on what you need to know about taxes for short-term rentals. ...Continued