Oct 22, 202618 min
Airbnb just changed its policy on host-imposed contracts, and it’s a big one. In this solo episode, I break down what’s changing for hosts who use rental agreements, why it matters for your legal protection, and what...
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STR Law
Hosted by Katie Johnson · business · EN
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🎙 STR LAWLegal Tips for Short-Term Rental HostsWelcome to STR LAW, the podcast where short-term rental hosts get real legal guidance without the legalese. Hosted by real estate attorney and investor Katie Johnson, each episode breaks down the laws, risks, and must-know rules that affect your Airbnb, VRBO, or boutique vacation rental business. Episodes include STR zoning laws, rental regulations, guest disputes, liability protection, LLC formation, permits, compliance, hosting contracts, and practical resources at strlaw.comSubscribe now and get the legal clarity you need.
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What is STR Law about?
🎙 STR LAWLegal Tips for Short-Term Rental HostsWelcome to STR LAW, the podcast where short-term rental hosts get real legal guidance without the legalese. Hosted by real estate attorney and investor Katie Johnson, each episode breaks down the laws, risks, and must-know rules that affect your Airbnb, VRBO, or boutique vacation rental business.
Who hosts STR Law?
STR Law is hosted by Katie Johnson. The show has published 29 episodes to date.
What has STR Law covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Airbnb Just Changed the Rules on Rental Agreements: Here’s What Hosts Need to Do This Week" (22 October 2026, 18 minutes), "Themed Rentals, Cease & Desists, and Trademarks 101 with Matt Schneller" (19 October 2026, 40 minutes), and "The Real Cost of 'Direct' Bookings: AI, Branding, and Platform Risk with Mark Simpson" (12 October 2026, 30 minutes).
How often does STR Law publish?
STR Law publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 37 minutes across 29 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on STR Law?
Booking probability for STR Law is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. STR Law requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. STR Law's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch STR Law?
The strongest fits for STR Law are Property Management & Appraisal. STR Law has a business audience.
About the host
Katie Johnson hosts STR Law, a business podcast with 29 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Oct 19, 202640 min
Could someone else trademark your Airbnb's name before you do? I sat down with Matt Schneller, trademark lawyer and founder of TM TKO, to break down what short-term rental owners actually need to know about trademarks...
- Oct 12, 202630 min
What if the biggest risk to your short-term rental business isn't a bad review, but depending on just one booking platform? I sat down with Mark Simpson, founder of Boostly and host of The Boostly Podcast, to talk about...
- Sep 28, 202638 min
Most short-term rental hosts think about taxes once a year. Ted Lanzaro says that's the mistake. In this episode, Katie Johnson sits down with Ted Lanzaro, CPA and founder of Landmark CPA Group, a national tax strategy...
- Sep 21, 202623 min
"My kid went to U of A, so I bought a rental. Now I'm left with 7,000 sq ft of dirt and a cactus." Sound familiar? Many investors have rentals near universities but face underutilized backyards. In this episode of STR...
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- Aug 3, 202651 min
Is your short-term rental actually covered or are you one claim away from discovering a costly gap in your insurance? In this episode, Katie Johnson sits down with Darren Pettyjohn, co-founder of Proper Insurance and...
- Jul 20, 202646 min
In this episode of the STR Law Podcast, Katie Johnson is joined by tax attorney Anthony Brister to discuss short-term rental tax strategy, asset protection, LLCs, insurance, and entity structuring. Anthony explains why...
- Jul 13, 202637 min
Pets, service animals, and emotional support animals can create a lot of confusion for short-term rental hosts, especially when guests fail to disclose animals or hosts are unsure what rules apply. In this episode...
- Mar 30, 202620 minS0
<p>California probate can be slow, expensive, and messy, especially when you own rentals or run a business. In this episode, I am joined by Mark Abel, a Southern California trusts-and-estates attorney, to explain how...
- Feb 23, 202646 minS0
<p>Asset protection doesn’t have to be confusing, especially when you own short-term rentals. </p><p>In this episode, Katie is joined by attorney Kevin Snyder of Snyder Law to break down “layers of protection” for STR...
- Feb 5, 202629 minS0
<p>I sat down with Brett Swartz to unpack tax-smart exit planning for real estate investors and business owners—especially how a Deferred Sales Trust can help defer capital gains with more flexibility than a traditional...
- Jan 21, 202632 minS0
<p>In this episode of STR Law, attorney and real estate developer Ari Rastigar explains how zoning and entitlements shape real estate value long before construction begins.</p><p>The conversation covers entitlement...
- Jan 12, 202640 minS0
<p>What happens when a 90-acre Property collides with small-town politics and zoning boards?</p><p>In this episode of STR Law, real estate attorney and Airbnb investor Katie Johnson sits down with Ali Haney—short-term...
- Jan 5, 202630 minS0
<p>For this episode, our guest, Steph Weber—owner of The Weber Co, co-host at Hosted by the Webers, and partner in Cabins on the Cumberland—shares what it takes to build a sustainable short-term rental co-hosting...
- Dec 19, 202559 minS0
<p>When you win a lawsuit, the judgment is only as valuable as your ability to collect. In this episode of STR Law, real estate attorney Katie Johnson sits down with business litigators Mark Rossman and Noah Matthews of...
- Dec 13, 202538 minS0
<p>Renovations can make—or break—your short-term rental. In this episode, real estate attorney and host Katie Johnson sits down with Minnesota investor Tanya Rooney to share a practical playbook for managing...
- Nov 13, 202538 minS0
<p>Short-term rentals are booming, but financing them is where a lot of hosts get tripped up. In this episode, Katie talks with Parker, a lender licensed in 45+ states, about how STR buyers can actually qualify using...
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Investing with Vision: Structuring Profitable Partnerships in Short-Term Rentals with Natalie Palmer
Nov 5, 202537 minS0<p>Short-term rental operators can find the deals — the tricky part is bringing in investors without creating legal or partnership headaches. The questions start fast: How long is the hold? Who manages? What if someone...
- Oct 1, 202542 minS0
<p>What if your Airbnb guest won’t leave?</p><p>An overstaying guest can quickly create legal and financial headaches if you don’t know your rights.</p><p>In this episode of STR Law, I’m joined by John Voss, with over...
- Sep 12, 202541 minS0
<p>Taxes can make or break your short-term rental business, and most hosts are leaving thousands of dollars on the table. </p><p>In this episode, licensed CPA, Ryan Bakke, explains how Airbnb and vacation rental...
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