New regulations targeting short-term rentals have forced many operators to adapt or shut down, leaving some struggling to stay afloat. With traditional income streams drying up, former hosts are exploring alternative ways to monetize their properties, from long-term leases to creative workarounds. The shift has left a mix of resilience and uncertainty as the industry grapples with lasting changes. Those still in the game share how they’re navigating the new landscape—without relying on the old model.
A crackdown on short-term rentals drastically reduced the business. Here’s how the hangers-on are making it work.
