Stay Gazette
Daily edition
Edition No. 15
July 23, 2026
Everything the American short-term-rental business needs to know today.
Host Life
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Host Life
The Security Deposit Is a Myth. Your Bank Account Is Not.
Every host thinks a security deposit is their shield against damage. They're wrong. This is the truth about how claims really work, and the digital ar
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Host Life
The Nightmare Guest: How to Win the Fight for Your Property
Your STR is a business, not a charity. When a guest goes rogue, the stakes are brutal. Here’s the STR NEWS playbook for spotting the threat and securi
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Host Life
Camera Inside? You Just Threw Your Entire Business Into the Fire
STR NEWS pulls no punches: The 'security camera' in your rental could cost you everything. This is the hard truth on surveillance, what's allowed, and
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Host Life
Smart Locks Are a Revenue Trap If You Don't Plan for the Worst
The promise of seamless self-check-in is a host's dream, but when the tech fails at 11 p.m., it can turn your profitable rental into a money pit. Here
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