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Body Corps to Have the Power to Ban Airbnb, Stayz Under New Victorian Levy
The Allan Labor government contends that this move will help address the housing crisis.
US Cities Where You'll Pay More or Less for Hotels Versus Airbnbs
Hotels are more costly compared to Airbnb in the majority of American cities.
Airbnb Rentals Could Be Harder to Come by in Hawaii. Here’s Why and When That Might Happen
New bills will give counties the power to limit short-term rentals amidst housing shortages.
Airbnb Updates Cancellation Policy: What Travelers Need to Know
Airbnb has updated its policy to include refunds for cancellations due to foreseeable weather events.
Airbnb Bans Indoor Security Cameras, Limits Use of Outdoor Cameras Across Global Listings
The use of indoor cameras inside Airbnb-listed properties is now strictly prohibited.
Second-Home Owners Will Need Planning Permission for Short-Term Holiday Lets
The government will also introduce a mandatory national register of short-term lets so local councils can have greater information on housing in their area.
Airbnb Fined 15 Million by Australian Competition Regulators
Australian property listings were advertised in USD leading up to 70,000 customers to unknowingly book stays at an inflated price.
Airbnb Owners Say Crackdown on Short-Term Rentals Is Impractical, Moving Too Fast
Ottawa recently introduced measures to crack down on short-term rentals, the aim being to open them up to long-term renters amid a national housing shortage.
