Does anyone know if you need a real estate license to be a vacation rental property manager in California? I know you do for long-term rentals, but do you for short term?
Also if your state has any rules let me know, thanks!
There are some exceptions for STRs where the stays are less than 7 days and they generally operate like a hotel. But if you're going to manage as a business it would probably to be better to go ahead and get the license. I think it has to be a Brokers License, not just a Realtors license.
Im not a real estate attorney or licensed in California but from what I know in Florida you would be a property manager so would need a license. I found this site that says you need to have your brokers license to be a property manager in California. Link
There are some exceptions for STRs where the stays are less than 7 days and they generally operate like a hotel. But if you're going to manage as a business it would probably to be better to go ahead and get the license. I think it has to be a Brokers License, not just a Realtors license.
If you are just acting a co-host to answer questions on the app and greet the guest etc, you do not need a RE license :) My mom co-hosts for me. Not sure if thats what you were asking or if you are looking to create your own company that assists in fully managing the house in a greater capacity. If thats the case, then disregard this response!