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Short term vs long term rentals
Learn how to choose between Airbnb and long term rentals for your second home
From 17th-century barn to modern home: Swiss alpine property for sale
A 17th‑century barn in the Swiss Alps has been thoughtfully converted into a 151 sqm chalet, preserving heritage details while offering contemporary living.
Airbnb demand spikes in Salem for Halloween week
Salem’s Halloween rush pushes Airbnb bookings up 22% and lifts nightly prices by a quarter, while residents navigate a sea of costumed…
City proposal could curb short-term rentals during the Masters
A proposed zoning amendment in Augusta could end short‑term rentals during Masters Week, prompting a clash between city leaders and local owners.
From a 34-acre woods to a $350k profit vacation rental empire
Ohio engineer builds cave, A‑frame and cottage rentals that now net half a million dollars.
Billionaire’s $69.5 million beach house purchase fuels Miami market buzz
A hidden‑LLC snapped up a record‑breaking beach house in Golden Beach, prompting speculation about Jeff Bezos and highlighting how the ultra‑wealthy protect…
Spain adds 10% VAT on holiday stays while Italy tightens local rental rules
A 10% VAT on Spanish short stays, new Puglian zoning rules for holiday rentals, and Florence’s worker protocol are reshaping the tourism…
New holiday rental law adds registration numbers and penalties
Croatia moves to digitise short-term rentals, mandating registration numbers and higher fines while giving 15,000 unlicensed apartments four more years.
City bans rentals under 30 days following neighbor complaints
Birmingham’s commission has outlawed rentals under a month, citing recent violence and noisy parties that alarmed residents.
Permanent rentals drop 10% while tourism rentals grow in Spain
Gran Canaria’s holiday‑home market shrinks dramatically as prices tumble, mirroring a national shift toward short‑term rentals.
Second home sales strategy
Selling a second home can be challenging, but with the right strategy, you can attract qualified buyers and get a good price
Fire Island Pines Oceanfront Home with Boardwalk and Rooftop Hot Tub
A cedar‑clad, ocean‑front oasis in Fire Island Pines combines a heated saltwater pool, rooftop hot tub and private boardwalk for $3.5 million.
Luxury Cliff Road estate hits market at $45 million
A newly built 13,500‑sq‑ft mansion on Nantucket’s Cliff Road offers a secret tunnel, hidden speakeasy and panoramic sound views, listed for $45 million.
Ex-City Worker Faces Four Felonies Over Fake Rental Licenses
New Orleans ousted a former city worker after she used official computers to forge short‑term rental permits and now faces multiple felonies.
Holiday home design playbook
Learn how to design a holiday home that boosts bookings and reviews with practical tips and expert advice
Top hybrid and foam mattresses tested by AD editors
AD’s editors put four box‑packed mattresses through a year of sleep tests to find the most supportive, quiet and comfortable option.
Understanding Spain’s 10% VAT on short-term holiday rentals
The December 2026 decree turns short‑term holiday rentals into a taxable business, but also opens a range of VAT deductions for proactive…
Four Seasons expands portfolio with fresh properties and luxury apartments
Four Seasons rolls out fresh hotels, revamps iconic resorts and launches high‑end monthly suites, while its Las Vegas private residences top out…
What the 2026 Spanish VAT and Cornwall council tax changes mean for holiday lets
A clear rundown of Spain's upcoming holiday tax, the UK council tax controversy, and smart ways to save on your next getaway.
Hoboken moves to tighten short-term rental oversight following weekend violence
After a weekend assault outside a Hoboken short‑term rental, officials arrest five suspects and plan new Airbnb regulations to boost safety and…
Optimizing nightly rates
Discover the key to boosting your rental income with optimized pricing strategies
European-oak Colorado residence by Studio B on three acres
A striking Boulder estate marries rugged mountain scenery with refined French oak craftsmanship, offered at $6.495 million.
Unsold luxury condos crowd downtown New Orleans amid rising costs
New Orleans’ historic core faces a condo glut as financing, insurance and new rental limits push buyers away and leave developers with…