All articles tagged with #short term rental
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.
Honolulu fined two Oahu vacation rentals $40,000 for operating illegally, signaling a broader crackdown that can shut down a listing between booking and arrival. Travelers should verify a property's permit number with the host and cross-check it with Honolulu’s Department of Planning and Permitting or Maui’s permit database, since a listing’s online presence doesn’t guarantee legality. With islands tightening rules, cancellations and refunds may not fully offset last-minute changes or price spikes if a booking is canceled before check-in.
Michael Jordan's former Chicago-area estate, now owned by John Cooper, has been listed on Airbnb for short-term rentals, requiring a minimum seven-night stay, with amenities like a basketball court and infinity pool, and a high security deposit, offering fans a luxury basketball-themed getaway.
Three people were killed in a shooting at a suspected party at a short-term rental home near Houston, with the incident occurring just after 2 a.m. Police believe it was a small gathering that turned deadly, and they are investigating whether the shooter or shooters were already inside the house or arrived uninvited. The Harris County Sheriff stated that there is evidence of shots being fired both inside and outside the house, and the investigation is ongoing to identify suspects and determine if there are other injured individuals.
Three people were killed and at least two were injured in a shooting at a possible short-term rental in Katy, Texas. The gathering, attended by about 20 people in their 20s, turned deadly with multiple individuals shot inside the home and evidence of gunfire outside. The motive is still unknown, and officials are working to determine the number of individuals involved in the shooting.
A shooting broke out at an unruly party held at a short-term rental home in a Phoenix neighborhood, causing residents to express concerns about safety. Neighbors reported hearing gunshots and witnessing people scattering in fear. The incident occurred after years of complaints about loud and rowdy parties at the rental property. Residents are calling for action to address the ongoing issue of unruly parties at short-term rentals, with some suggesting the suspension of rental owners' licenses. The police responded to collect shell casings but found no damage or injuries.
Two separate shootings occurred overnight, resulting in two victims being taken to the hospital. One shooting took place during a party at a short-term rental home on the south side of the city.