Hello, STR superstars!
This week, an 18-karat golden toilet was stolen from an English palace. As an STR owner, I can only imagine how hard it would be to explain that type of damage to Airbnb.
Let’s get into another edition of BiggerStays, the newsletter for hosts, by hosts.
–Garrett Brown (BiggerPockets STR Expert)
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Airbnb just released its 2025 Spring Travel Trends, and the results are shocking. While travelers flock to vibrant cultural hubs and stunning coastal escapes, only two U.S. cities made the cut.Here are some important findings: |
- Solo travel is exploding—searches for it are up 90% as travelers embrace extended getaways.
- Pet-friendly trips are skyrocketing, with 40% more solo travelers bringing their furry friends along.
- Trending destinations span the globe—from Brazil's beaches to Switzerland's charm.
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Which two American cities defied the odds? You’ll have to check Airbnb’s complete list to find out.
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- Zillow Backtracks: Zillow just asked for a mulligan on its 2025 housing market forecast, slashing home price growth expectations thanks to rising inventory, high mortgage rates, and sluggish demand. Is the market finally hitting pause, or are we in for a surprise twist that could shake prices?
- Blaming STRs Won’t Build Homes: A new Colorado study reveals short-term rentals aren’t the real issue—underdevelopment is. Did you know 87% of STR owners in the area have just one unit? Regulations target STRs but ignore the real problem: zoning and affordability.
- In Case You Missed It: Our Top 15 STR Markets for Any Budget From $200,000-$1 Million
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I have some exciting news: BiggerPockets recently launched its first STR-specific YouTube channel, BiggerStays (please check it out and subscribe!), and we want to hear from you about what content you want to see! Simply reply to this email with your answer to help us craft the content going forward.
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Hot Topics from the Short-Term Rental & Airbnb Investing Forum, presented by Hospitable |
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Some states claim to be landlord-friendly, but the reality is far more complicated when you dig into the numbers. While the latest rankings from AirDNA for Top 10 Best Landlord-Friendly States for STRs highlight which states are considered the best for property owners, these gloss over the fact that some are outright nightmares for landlords, with excessive tenant protections and drawn-out eviction processes.
If you're investing in real estate, knowing what areas to avoid can be as important as knowing where to buy. Some states make it incredibly difficult to remove nonpaying tenants, while others impose harsh restrictions on how you can manage security deposits or raise rents.
See what states made the list. |
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