A legally binding contract between the host and guest outlining the terms and conditions of the short-term rental.
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Glossary Term: Host
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Time-sensitive communication between hosts, guests, or property managers regarding critical issues that require immediate attention, such as emergencies or urgent maintenance requests.
Hungarian term for “Host,” referring to individuals or companies who list and manage short-term rental properties on platforms like Airbnb and VRBO.
The personal time, effort, and labor invested by a host in managing and maintaining their short-term rental property instead of outsourcing tasks.
The level of monitoring and interaction a host provides during a guest’s stay, ranging from minimal contact to on-site presence.
Describes a specific check-in process for a short-term rental, such as self-check-in with a keypad or a traditional check-in with a host or property manager.
A security measure used by rental platforms to verify the identity of hosts and guests through a phone call or text message.
A structured introduction provided to new hosts by a property management company, covering topics like listing optimization, guest communication, and legal compliance.
An individual or company that appears to be the host of a short-term rental property but is not the actual owner. This can be for privacy reasons, property management purposes, or other arrangements.
An agreement between a host and a guest to cancel a confirmed booking, typically initiated due to unforeseen circumstances or a change in plans by either party.
A playful term for a male host who manages and interacts with guests at a short-term rental property.
A type of insurance coverage offered to hosts and guests on some platforms that protects against financial losses due to identity theft related to the rental transaction.