Rental Arbitrage - Boston, MA

[Jennifer Chevez]

Hi everyone, 

 I have been doing some research on the Ordinances for short term rentals in Boston, as I am looking to get into the market. I spoke with Inspectional services (ISD) to assure I understood the regulations to be in compliance. I was told I had to be the owner of a single or multi-family dwelling in order to get approval on the registration number and business certificate. 

Essentially, I wouldn't be approved on a subleased apartment/private dwelling, for that matter regardless of the property owner agreeing to a sublease agreement. 

Has anyone found another way to do business and still be in compliance with city ordinances/regulations? 

Your time and feedback are greatly appreciated! 

[John Underwood]

Friends don't let friends arbitrage.