Avery is joined by Katie Johnson, an STR attorney, to break down Airbnb’s latest policy changes and what they could mean for short-term rental owners. Katie explains the potential impact of restrictions on rental agreements, guest ID verification, background checks, guest data collection, and enforceability of house rules, while highlighting legal exceptions and areas where Airbnb’s policies remain unclear. They also discuss the bigger concerns around liability, insurance coverage, property safety, and whether Airbnb’s new restrictions could create legal exposure of their own. Katie closes with practical steps hosts can take to protect themselves, including reviewing their insurance policies, checking LLC structures, inspecting decks and other potential hazards, and ensuring carbon monoxide detectors are properly installed.

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Smarter Short Term Rentals - Buy it on Amazon
Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties – Buy it on Amazon