Good reads for great property operators

Leo Walton explores how the short-term rental industry has evolved over the past decade, the importance of thinking local first, and how to build trust through risk management.

Learn what short-term rental noise rules mean for hosts, who is legally responsible for noise complaints, and how to stay compliant without violating guest privacy.

Learn proven noise monitoring best practices for vacation rentals and apartments to prevent complaints, stay compliant, and protect guest privacy.

Ohio's short-term rental rules are shaped by a mix of state lodging taxes and city-by-city ordinances covering zoning, permits, noise, and occupancy. This guide explains the current compliance landscape and highlights pending legislation that could limit some local restrictions.

Learn what different decibel levels actually sound like, from quiet conversations to loud parties, and how understanding noise levels helps prevent complaints in vacation rentals.

Discover Adam Norko’s insights on the evolving vacation rental market, where long-term success comes from great guest experiences, efficient operations, and balanced distribution strategies.

Learn how quiet hours rules work for vacation rentals, what hosts are responsible for, and how to prevent noise complaints while staying compliant using privacy-safe monitoring tools.

Polly Dyer shares how UK property management has shifted from aesthetics to safety under the Building Safety Act post-Grenfell, tackling competency gaps, remediation across building eras, construction flaws, and leaseholder efficiency tensions.

Discover the 2026 short-term rental laws and regulations for the top 8 US states. Get insights on licensing, local restrictions, and tips to maximize your rental income and ensure compliance.

North Carolina's short-term rental rules are shaped by state tax law and local ordinances governing zoning, permits, noise, and occupancy. This guide explains the current framework and how pending state legislation could change local STR regulation.

Learn how to prevent noise complaints in short-term rentals using privacy-safe strategies, clear guest rules, and smart noise monitoring tools.

This article details Palm Springs' 2026 short-term rental laws, including mandatory certificates, 20% neighborhood density caps, 26-contract annual limits, strict noise standards, taxes, and a compliance checklist for operators.

Learn how smoke detection works for Airbnb and short-term rentals, what’s allowed under Airbnb rules, and how hosts can prevent smoking damage using privacy-safe smoke detection tools.

This article explains Airbnb’s current rules, how noise monitoring devices work without recording audio, and best practices.

This article explores how Hawaii’s 2026 short‑term rental laws concentrate vacation rentals in resort and visitor zones, give counties explicit power to phase out STRs in residential areas, and layer strict zoning, tax, and operational rules on top.

This article explains how noise limits affect short-term rentals, the varying acceptable decible levels for different times of day, and how hosts can prevent complaints using smart noise monitoring tools.

This article explains how Denver regulates short-term rentals and what you must do to stay compliant, from proving primary residence to getting licensed, handling taxes, and meeting documentation and safety expectations.

Florida regulates short-term rentals through a statewide licensing and tax framework, layered with city and county rules that vary widely across the state. This article explains the legal requirements operators must know to run a lawful short-term rental in Florida.

Los Angeles' short-term rental rules are split between the City of LA’s Home-Sharing Ordinance and the County’s STR rules for unincorporated areas. This guide explains the strict eligibility rules, registration requirements, hosting limits, and penalties operators must understand before listing a property.

Noise is one of the top drivers of negative reviews in hospitality, but strict “no-noise” rules can feel cold and unwelcoming. This post explains how leading hotels and aparthotels are building guest-friendly noise policies that balance comfort, communication, and technology.

This article breaks down New York's short-term rental regulations, explaining why they exist, how they’ve evolved, and what property managers must do to stay compliant.

Cantabria has introduced a new regulatory framework for tourist rentals, including national registration, community of owners approval, and mandatory noise sensors. This guide breaks down each requirement, key deadlines, and penalties to help property managers stay compliant and avoid costly fines.

This post explores how cigarette odors linger in rental properties, how to remove them effectively, and how smart cigarette smoke detectors help property managers prevent smoking, protect their reputation, and keep every stay fresh.

This article breaks down the most common themes in short-term rental regulation, including registration, safety, taxation, and community impact. It also explores how to stay compliant, and looks at what's likely to be next.