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The term **"Airbnbust"** refers to a phenomenon characterized by a rapid increase in the supply of vacation rentals on the Airbnb platform. Essentially, it's a situation where there are more listings available than there is demand from travelers. Let's explore this further:


1. **Increased Supply and Competition**:
   - Over the years, Airbnb has disrupted the hotel industry and created a new class of homebuyers: short-term rental speculators. These individuals purchased properties with the intention of renting them out on platforms like Airbnb, Vrbo, and Booking.com.
   - Some hosts bought multiple properties, while others rented out portions of their own homes to make ends meet.
   - However, the market has become increasingly saturated, especially in popular tourist destinations. More hosts mean more listings, leading to intense competition for guests.
   - As a result, revenue per available room has dropped in certain areas, impacting hosts' earnings².


2. **Bifurcated Market**:
   - Despite the challenges faced by some hosts, the short-term rental business as a whole continues to grow.
   - In 2022, the number of nights booked at US short-term rentals reached a record high, along with total revenue.
   - The market is now bifurcated: a **bust** for some hosts experiencing decreased bookings and earnings, and a **boom** for others who are thriving.
   - Cities have taken different approaches: some allowed listings to multiply unchecked, leading to oversupply, while others capped permits to preserve existing hosts' profits.
   - Balancing tourism dollars and neighborhood concerns, local governments must decide how to regulate short-term rentals¹.


3. **Challenges for Hosts**:
   - Hosts like Joan Robertson, who invested in short-term rentals, have faced difficulties. Their once-profitable properties are now struggling to attract guests.
   - Factors contributing to the slowdown include increased competition, changing traveler preferences, and economic fluctuations.
   - Some hosts have seen revenue drop significantly, especially in specific locations like Orlando and Joshua Tree National Park.
   - The dream of easy income from short-term rentals has become more complex, requiring hosts to adapt and find new strategies to thrive².


In summary, the Airbnbust reflects the evolving landscape of short-term rentals. While challenges exist, the industry remains dynamic, with both winners and losers. Hosts must navigate this changing market by adjusting their approach and staying informed about trends and regulations³⁴. 🏡✨


Source:
(1) Airbnb Bust: Making Money in Short-Term Rentals Is Harder Now - Bloomberg. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2023-08-10/airbnb-bust-making-money-in-short-term-rentals-is-harder-now.
(2) Is the Airbnb-Bust Real? What Investors Need to Know - Entrepreneur. https://www.entrepreneur.com/business-news/is-the-airbnb-bust-real-what-investors-need-to-know/448187.
(3) What is ‘Airbnbust’ and How Can Real Estate Investors Navigate it?. https://www.azibo.com/blog/what-is-airbnbust.
(4) Navigating the Airbnbust: Strategies for Hosts to Thrive in a Changing .... https://www.rentalscaleup.com/navigating-the-airbnbust-strategies-for-hosts-to-thrive-in-a-changing-market/.
(5) Edmond police bust major drug operation at local AirBnB property, 9 .... https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/edmond-police-bust-major-drug-operation-at-local-airbnb-property-9-arrested/ar-AA1lOiXY.

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