Penang plans to regulate short-term rentals, homestays
GEORGE TOWN (May 6): Despite recently announcing a ban on short-term rental homes or homestays, the Penang government is still open to the option of regulating the activity.
Blanket ban on short-term rentals can risk tourism recovery, says Airbnb
KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 15): Talks of proposed blanket bans on short-term rentals in strata buildings in Penang, Selangor and other states in Malaysia could pose a recovery threat on Malaysia’s tourism, says short-term rental accommodation company Airbnb.
The pink emoji house, artistic expression or retribution for short-term rental feud?
In a move that neighbours consider to be a taunt, a Manhattan Beach, Los Angeles homeowner has had her house painted a bright bubblegum pink with two emojis.
Survey: Malaysians want regulations for short-term rental industry
KUALA LUMPUR (April 17): In a survey commissioned by Airbnb, half of the 880 respondents would prefer to have a national set of guidelines for short-term rentals.
Homestays are where the party's at
PETALING JAYA (August 24): Short-term accommodation rentals of homes in the Klang Valley are being pegged as the new venue of choice for raves, wild parties which may feature drug-use, loud music and alcohol consumption.
KL city centre's tight leasing market pushing owners to short-term rentals
PETALING JAYA (July 26): As residential property leasing market becomes challenging in the Kuala Lumpur city centre due to oversupply, Knight Frank Malaysia observed more owners turning to short-term leasing for higher yield in 1H18.
Gaining a foothold in the short-term rental business
Have a property but can’t find a buyer? Consider rental.
S’pore seeks public feedback on short-term rentals
PETALING JAYA (April 16): Singapore (pictured) has begun seeking public feedback on allowing private rents to be rented on a short-term basis, similar to those on Airbnb, reported Reuters.
