“Hourly rentals of home amenities are an innovative way to generate extra income, but homeowners must plan carefully,” said Bluefield founder Michael Smith. “Insurance coverage is essential, so confirm your policy includes short-term rental and liability protection. However, pools offered as amenities by short-term rental properties like Airbnbs are not subject to the same regulations. Cities and counties are commonly implementing short-term rental (STR) permits, place occupancy limits, restrictions on rentals in single-family zones, and may regulate amenity use. “With careful planning, homeowners can profit from hourly rentals while preserving neighborhood goodwill,” said Smith.