Regulation. A rule or directive made and maintained by an authorityThe act of controlling or maintaining something according to a system or standardRegulation often sparks fear in our industry, but what if it could also bring legitimacy, stability, and long-term success?This season on The Accommodation Show, I’ve been sitting down with industry leaders to ask one simple but powerful question: “What’s your #1 tip for accommodation businesses in 2025?”For many property managers, regulation is the elephant in the room; it’s unpredictable, ever-changing, and, let’s be honest, a little terrifying. The uncertainty around new rules can make it hard to plan ahead, and some hosts are worried about how these changes will affect their business.That’s why, in this episode, I spoke with Eacham Curry, Senior Director of Government & Corporate Affairs at Expedia Group, to uncover his top tip for 2025.SHOW LINKS:Expedia Group: https://www.expedia.com/ #FutureProofYourRental#RegulationInsights#AccommodationGrowth📋 In this episode, we discuss:00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:42 Meet Eacham Curry: Role and Expertise01:13 Why Regulation Matters for Short-Term Rentals03:11 Understanding the Current Regulatory Landscape05:53 How to Engage with Local Councils on Regulation08:53 Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Don't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍The Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🗨 Connect with Bart Sobies for more industry insight: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Subscribe to the podcast to listen later: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them. If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support.

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