MTRs are a sweet spot between long-term and short-term — but some hosts forget there are still rules.
Check your city’s definition of “short-term.” Some areas define it as anything under 30 days; others under 90.Midt...

When it comes to pulling credit and background checks, TransUnion SmartMove is a solid option for independent landlords—it’s easy to use, FCRA-compliant, and the applicant pays the fee directly.

That change made a huge difference in both response rate and keeping things compliant.

Ideally, you have it as an STR for longer than one or two quarters if you're going to do this.Agree the method seems fishy, but also compliant.

Good records don’t just keep you compliant, they help you keep more of your profit.

So it’s important to make sure your screening process is compliant with fair housing laws and is based on objective criteria like income (including voucher amount), rental history, credit, and references.There are pros and cons to working with voucher tenants:Pros:A portion of the rent is guaranteed by the housing authority, which can help with consistent cash flow.Many tenants stay long-term, which can reduce turnover.Considerations:The unit will need to pass an inspection, and you may need to wait for approval before move-in.Rent increases, lease changes, and eviction processes often involve additional steps and coordination with the housing agency.As others have mentioned, having a consistent screening process is key.

You can try for a variance, but results vary by inspector, some investors have had luck using recycled asphalt or a thin asphalt layer to stay compliant at lower cost.

Knowing the difference can help you stay compliant, avoid discrimination claims, and provide fair access to housing for all applicants and residents.What Is a Reasonable Accommodation?

After voicing that I will be hiring an attorney and filing a compliant with the Utah Division of Consumer Protection all my ad spend was cut off without warning to make it look like I violating the agreement and I was also locked out of some areas CRM system.

.✅ Maintain a clean SEC filing trail (Form D for the U.S. feeders and master, and disclosure alignment).It’s a sophisticated structure — but one that opens the door for U.S. sponsors to access global capital while staying compliant and efficient.If anyone here has looked into accepting foreign investors or has questions about how the master-feeder model works in practice, I’m happy to discuss what I’ve seen work well.