KC Hosts Bet on World Cup Boom, But Bookings Remain Sparse
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Despite Kansas City's World Cup optimism and a surge in short-term rental listings, many first‑time Airbnb hosts report little to no bookings as kickoff nears, even with city efforts to ease permits and hosts’ crash courses. Some seasoned hosts have a few reservations, but overall demand remains uncertain, prompting pricing tweaks and flexible plans.
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