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Make a difference in your local community

Vrbo connects travelers and vacation rental owners to create unique experiences that benefit local communities. Discover some of the resources available to help advocate for vacation rentals in your area.

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Highlighting the local benefits of vacation rentals

From generating tax revenue to giving a leg up to small businesses, vacation rentals can benefit their local communities in many ways.


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Boosting your local economy

Vacation rentals boost the economy in your area by contributing to sales, hotel, tourist, and occupancy taxes.

Creating jobs

When you hire a cleaning service, landscaper, or maintenance worker for your rental property, you're helping create local jobs with a steady stream of reliable business.

Supporting small businesses

Direct your travelers to your favorite local shops and restaurants; small businesses rely on foot traffic and word of mouth to thrive.



Connect with your community


Learn how to get in touch with other vacation rental owners near you, and work together to create a positive impact on your local community.

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Join your local vacation rental alliance


To learn if there is an active short-term rental alliance in your area, visit the directory hosted by our partners at Rent Responsibly and get involved.

 

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“Local businesses in our neighborhood are benefitting from the visitors that come into our area. We want to be able to invest our tax dollars into our city.”

Alex Ramirez

Vacation Rental Owner


Frequently asked questions

Yes! Vrbo has a dedicated team of government affairs policy and communications professionals who interface directly with state and local governments to advocate for fair and effective vacation rental regulations. To learn more, reach out to governmentaffairs@vrbo.com.