NEW CT RULE: Orange, CT, bans all STRs under 30 days in residential zones. Triggered by neighbor complaints about one "major issue" property.

The Verdict is In: Hotels Don't Need Another Mega OTA. Airbnb is mimicking Bookingcom (15.5% commission, no loyalty program) out of desperation. For independent hotels, this only deepens third-party dependence.

MILAN STR ALERT! 🇮🇹 Milan has banned self-check-in key boxes in public areas for Short-Term Rentals. 🗓️ Effective: January 2026 💰 Fine: €400 per violation. Hosts must pivot to smart locks or in-person service. The low-cost check-in era is ending in key European cities.

"2.0 Squatting" is when guests book legally, then refuse to leave. 🛑 The problem: They are NOT true squatters, making eviction lengthy. Safety Tip: Use a formal short-term rental contract for every stay and never accept cash extensions!

CLOSE CALL IN ATL: City Council rejected the ban on new STRs 7-6! The debate over Buckhead "party houses" nearly shut out new Short-Term Rentals. Host advocacy and economic data were key. The regulatory fight continues.

BREAKING: Atlanta STR Ban FAILS. A proposal to block new Short-Term Rentals in the Buckhead/Home Park area was voted down by the Atlanta City Council after massive turnout from hosts. WARNING: The vote was CLOSE. The STR Regulation battle in ATL is far from over.

GREECE TOURISM BOOM: Attica just blew past 2019 visitor levels! 🔑 KEY STAT: Short-Term Rentals now make up 43% of all accommodation beds in the region. STRs are now a core driver of the Greek market. Time to invest?

Shooting at a Columbia, SC Airbnb. This incident is expected to be a major catalyst for much stricter local STR Regulations. This is a crucial reminder for all hosts: prioritize Airbnb Safety and responsible guest vetting to protect your community & your business.

RVA STR GROWTH ALERT: 🚨 A 33-unit apartment proposal in Richmond's Brookland Park includes 10 dedicated short-term rental units! Developers are strategically building STRs into their RVA plans. This is major news for Northside investors and the entire market.