The Rise of Co-Living: As Airbnb Faces Restrictions, New Housing Models Win in Court 🏡⚖️Across the country, cities are tightening regulations on Airbnb and short-term rentals, making it harder for property owners to operate legally.

The question was, has anyone noticed that Zillow is restricting "owner financing" in the listing?

Hi AllIn 2019, Des Moines introduced limitations on STRs. Can anyone confirm the 120 day max limit is still in place? I read there was some frustration with this by STR ownersThanks in advanceRobin

It is still quite restrictive IMO and would not allow for many STRs but some to be added to the local market. 4.

It could also be that although many municipalities do have laws that restrict STR's, they rarely have the time, resources and manpower to actually enforce those rules.

Check the Association & Rental Restrictions•If the property is in a condo association, verify whether there are rental restrictions (e.g., one-year ownership before renting, minimum lease terms, or rental caps in the community).

Most have restrictions.

For instance, and in brief only using one concept (not meant to be the full list of criteria), a rural property has a population restrictions and proximity to Metropolitan Service Areas ("MSA" - think big city area) as some restrictions.

It’s crucial to ensure that you’re compliant with local zoning laws and HOA regulations related to vacation rentals, as these can affect your ability to rent the property.Overall, while it can work well, especially if you're looking for income from rentals, make sure to have a clear understanding of the financing rules, potential restrictions, and the financial risks involved.

Deed restrictions tied to a mortgage can be tricky to remove, but it’s not impossible.