AirDNA: US demand stronger than ever for STRs

Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: The latest monthly US market review released by AirDNA indicates that this summer will be the strongest on record.
Second homes could be charged double council tax in Scotland

Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: The Scottish Government and COSLA [The Convention of Scottish Local Authorities] could introduce plans to charge double the full rate of council tax for second homes in the country.
Kindred confirms $15m Series A raise

Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: Members-only home-swapping network Kindred has confirmed that it has raised $15 million in a Series A funding round.
Holiday Swap Group raises $15m to achieve $400m valuation

Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: Vacation exchange and booking platform, Holiday Swap Group, has secured $15 million in fresh funding, with $10 million raised at a $400 million valuation.