This week’s roundup covers new short-term rental legislation advancing in Arizona and Idaho, Airbnb’s latest leadership hire, a strategic look at Airbnb and Vrbo’s evolving growth strategies, and new data from AirDNA on the state of short-term rental arbitrage in 2026. Let’s dive in.

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This week, we’re highlighting Alece, founder of Come Visit Nashville and Rest Easy Nashville. After years of leading a nonprofit organization in South Africa, Alece brought her passion for meaningful guest experiences to Nashville and began renting rooms in her home. Today, she runs a boutique management firm built on strong systems and purpose-driven hospitality.

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We’re excited to share our latest integration with MarketMYSTR, an all-in-one marketing platform built for the short-term rental market, giving OwnerRez users a new way to re-engage past guests and drive repeat bookings.

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In Episode Eight, Paul and Chris discuss the idea of “hiring for pain” and how they are learning to recognize the difference between real problems and temporary pressure. They explore how pain can show up across teams during periods of growth, why understanding the problem is critical before hiring, and how slowing down can sometimes lead to better long-term results.

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This week’s roundup covers new CDC guidance for vacation rental operators, a Hawaii bill aimed at strengthening STR enforcement, Airbnb’s push to expand its travel ecosystem, a new investment in Breezeway, and a court ruling upholding Folly Beach’s short-term rental cap. Let’s dive in.

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