by Phoebe E. Neseth, Esq. | May 8, 2019 | Federal Advocacy, State Advocacy
The sharing economy phenomenon and use of online platforms like Airbnb and VRBO, which facilitate short-term rentals, have significantly transformed the dynamics of renting property. The popularity of Airbnb and VRBO has created a unique housing market where short-term rentals provide considerable income for some community association owners, particularly those in vacation destination and resort areas. Community association owners, therefore, must determine what short-term rental policy is appropriate for their community.
by Phoebe E. Neseth, Esq. | Jul 10, 2018 | State Advocacy
The use of online platforms that facilitate short-term rentals has exploded in popularity over the past decade. Websites like Airbnb and VRBO connect property owners or “hosts” with guests to arrange the listing and booking of homes for long weekends, summer breaks,...
by Megan Newman | Dec 1, 2017 | Public Policies, State Advocacy
As legislative sessions are approaching, we have compiled a short list of issues we predict will trend in states legislatures in 2018. While the following are by no means the only issues facing community associations in the next year, we expect these five to pop up in...
