Property News · October 11, 2014

Using Airbnb, Wimdu or another social travel site? How to avoid being conned


A few precautions will help ensure trouble-free letting for both guests and hostsWhat can you do to ensure a problem-free letting through Airbnb, Wimdu and other “social travel” sites?According to a survey by Direct Line, as many as three million homeowners would be happy to rent out part of their property or their whole property as a short term let. It says UK homeowners can earn an average of £54 per room per night this way, but suggests hosts check with their insurance company that their home and possessions are covered when paying guests stay. Continue reading…

Source : theguardian.com
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