Measures taken by hosts to protect their property from potential damage caused by guests, including security deposits, insurance policies, and clear house rules to minimize risks.
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Glossary Term: Guest responsibility
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The expected deterioration of a property due to regular use, distinguishing it from damage caused by guests, relevant for security deposits.
A legal document signed by guests acknowledging potential risks associated with their stay and agreeing to release the host from liability for certain claims.
Adhering to local regulations and implementing measures to minimize noise pollution from the rental property, ensuring peaceful coexistence with neighbors.
Insurance policies or security deposit options that protect hosts from financial losses due to accidental or intentional damage caused by guests during their stay.
A refundable amount held by the host to cover potential damages or losses caused by guests during their stay.
A refundable amount held by the platform or host to cover potential damages or extra cleaning costs incurred during a guest’s stay.
Implementing measures to track and address excessive noise from guests during nighttime hours to minimize disturbances to neighbors and maintain positive community relations.
The procedures and facilities in place for collecting, sorting, and disposing of garbage and recycling at a rental property, ensuring cleanliness and environmental responsibility.
Guidelines outlining procedures for replacing damaged, lost, or stolen items within a short-term rental property, typically covering responsibilities and associated costs.
Engaging in or permitting the use, possession, or distribution of illegal drugs on a short-term rental property, which is a criminal offense and can result in severe legal consequences for both the host and guests.
In the context of short-term rentals, agreement inferred from a guest’s actions or inactions, such as using provided amenities, that suggests acceptance of house rules or terms not explicitly stated in writing.