Airbnb - Long-Term Stays - 30+ days

[Angelleena Arevalo]

Hello,

I have officially listed my first Airbnb and received a long-term stay request. My initial thought was positive as we are transitioning from summer to fall and bookings are slowing down. After giving this idea more thought, I began to spiral into the 'what-ifs'. What if: they don't leave on time? begin to squat? ruin the home? etc. 

To counter these potential risks, should I create a lease/rental agreement? and to what extent can I screen the renter(s)?

Any/all advise is welcomed. Thanks!

-Leena

[Sergey A. Petrov]

Yep. What @John Carbone said. What is their story? Why do they want a longer stay? Check your local laws as to the amount of time before they are considered a tenant with everything that comes with it