Council tax premium threatens £5k holiday let profit margin
Reclassifying holiday lets as second homes could slash earnings, hurt local jobs and trigger massive council‑tax premiums.
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How Europe’s new rent controls and short-term rental bans affect landlords
EU rent caps and short‑term rental bans could bring quick relief for tenants and reshape rural holiday‑let business models.
Santa Barbara bans many short-term rentals and adopts rent cap
Santa Barbara tightens short‑term rental rules, bans them in fire zones, and caps rent increases at 3%.
Second home financing options
Explore the various financing structures available for second homes, including ARMs, buydowns, and portfolio loans
Top picks for office chairs, desks and ergonomic home workspaces
Find the most stylish and supportive office furniture, from iconic mid‑century pieces to modern ergonomic solutions, and upgrade any workspace.
Oct 12 weekend drives Malaga countryside rentals to record occupancy
Malaga’s countryside rentals are set to hit 84% occupancy over the Oct 12 long weekend, boosted by foreign visitors and a modest price…
Streamline second-home management
Simplify vacation rental management with automation tools and strategies
Norman Foster’s La Voile Listed for €29.5 million on French Riviera
Norman Foster’s transformed Saint‑Jean‑Cap‑Ferrat villa, La Voile, now asks €29.5 million and showcases steel‑frame elegance, sail‑like canopies and a mudwork by Richard Long.
Cozy English cottages, Yorkshire Dales Airbnb and cheap Christmas market trips
Three newly refurbished British cottages, hand‑picked Yorkshire Dales Airbnb gems and low‑cost European Christmas market escapes are detailed for the autumn traveller.
Harry Potter themed holiday homes earn $700 nightly in Pigeon Forge
From tech consulting to magical rentals, a Tennessee duo created $700K Harry Potter cottages that book at $700 a night.
Second-home tax debate intensifies as Reform MP purchases Anglesey property
Sarah Pochin raised concerns about second homes in rural Wales, only to purchase a Grade‑II listed house on Anglesey days later, while…
Bradley Lowery tribute holiday home welcomes families in Scarborough
A £1 million accessible holiday home named Super Brad's Pad opens in Scarborough, giving families of children with serious illnesses a place to…
Short-term rental regulations for second homes
Learn about the key considerations for second-home owners looking to rent out their properties on a short-term basis
Ghost hotels and soaring rents pressure Rome’s historic neighborhoods
Rome is wrestling with a surge of illegal short‑stay units that are displacing locals and inflating rents across the historic centre.
Florida waterfront listings: ranch, beach retreat, and luxury estate
Three distinct Gulf Coast homes showcase waterfront living, from a budget‑friendly ranch to a high‑end estate with boat lifts.
Rural rentals surge as Spain prepares for August solar eclipse
Andalusia’s countryside rentals are booming as the eclipse draws crowds, reshaping Spain’s summer accommodation market.
From beach house to deck: exchange homes for a yacht
We explore the luxury home‑swap model, give practical tips for living on a pre‑owned yacht, and highlight Mediterranean sailing trends that shape…
Distinctive second homes valuation
Discover the methods to value unique second homes, including adjustments for view, access, and amenities, from investor, family, and buyer perspectives
Laphroaig’s new 15-Year-Old whisky joins core range, celebrates 15 years of Women Who Whiskey
Laphroaig’s new 15‑year‑old joins the core lineup, blending smoother oak with classic peat as Women Who Whiskey celebrates 15 years.
Miami officials pressured to halt illegal Airbnb rentals in Brickell
Brickell residents claim nightly Airbnb guests are turning their homes into a hotel, demanding immediate city action.
How new reforms and tax plans could reshape Britain’s rental market
Andy Burnham presented six major reforms at the Labour conference, just as a new holiday‑let tax proposal threatens the finances of local…
Pre-closing inspection checklist
A step-by-step guide to help buyers navigate the second home walk-through process
Inside the houses that shaped Charlton Heston’s life
From a walk‑up railroad flat to a 800‑acre canyon retreat, discover how Charlton Heston’s homes reflected his need for privacy and his…
NYC pied-à-terre tax rollout halted by court ruling
A New York judge halts the city’s luxury second‑home tax after finding the rollout violated due‑process rights.