VRMA’s Jodi Refosco on margin pressures and the value of professional management

Reading Time: 4 minutesUS: Ahead of VRMA 26 in Nashville, VRMA chair Jodi Refosco speaks to ShortTermRentalz about the pressures facing property managers, the value of professional management and why the industry needs a stronger collective voice.
KAYAK co-founders launch AI assistant Lola for travel experiences

Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: KAYAK co-founders Steve Hafner and Paul English have launched Lola, an AI assistant for travel, dining and experiences backed by Booking Holdings.
Expedia Group to introduce Vrbo compensation model change

Reading Time: < 1 minuteWorldwide: Expedia Group is streamlining its compensation models to align with industry standards, with changes to be implemented on 29 October 2026.