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Vrbo raises guest protection and bolsters premier host reputations
Reading Time: 4 minutesUS: Expedia Group vacation rental brand Vrbo has announced a series of new policies and program changes to enhance guest protection and bolster the reputations of its “premier” hosts.
New York City short-term rental restrictions take effect
Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: New rules on short-term rentals in New York City went into effect this week, with tens of thousands of listings expected to be affected.
Judge dismisses Airbnb lawsuit against New York City legislation
Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: A state Supreme Court judge has dismissed a lawsuit brought by Airbnb against New York City over what it called “extreme and oppressive” restrictions and a “de facto ban” against its short-term rental operations in the city.
What we learned at the 2023 Skift Short-Term Rental Summit
Reading Time: 6 minutesUS: STRz attended the Skift Short-Term Rental Summit in New York City – the first part of our content and media partnership with Skift focusing on events this year – and there were plenty of intriguing takeaways to unpick from an agenda containing a host of distinguished industry speakers.
Airbnb files lawsuit over “oppressive” restrictions in New York City
Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: Airbnb has filed a lawsuit in New York City over “extreme and oppressive” restrictions and a “de facto ban” against short-term rentals that are set to come into effect next month.
onefinestay launches flexible rental product in New York City
Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: Luxury private rental brand onefinestay has announced the launch of monthly stays in New York City, with 16 homes available to book and many more being added over the coming months.
LuxUrban Hotels sued for $1.5m over alleged lease violations
Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: Miami-based short-term rental operator LuxUrban Hotels is reported to be the subject of multiple lawsuits in New York City over alleged lease violations and unpaid rent, which come to more than $1 million.
Anyplace launches Anyplace Select to facilitate remote working
Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: Flexible housing marketplace Anyplace has launched Anyplace Select, apartments designed specifically for remote workers that include a fully-equipped office and gigabit internet in San Francisco, Los Angeles and New York City. Due to the pandemic, remote work has become more normalised, allowing people to experience the work-from-anywhere lifestyle without having to quit their jobs. […]
Jurny continues expansion into New York City and Pittsburgh
Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: Hospitality tech company Jurny, which develops tech-based management solutions for independent hotels and multifamily building owners, has announced plans to expand the company’s rapidly growing portfolio by nearly 15 per cent. In addition to expanding existing partnerships in Nashville, the company has entered agreements to integrate its proprietary technology and management systems to operate […]
Lyric pivots from leasing as Mint House takes over last location
Reading Time: 4 minutesUS: Apartment-style accommodation provider Lyric is pivoting away from leasing buildings after it was announced that its sole remaining location at 70 Pine Street in New York City would be taken over by New York-based startup Mint House this month. The opening in downtown Manhattan within New York City’s Financial District is the latest stage […]