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Airbnb Is Banning People Who Are ‘Closely Associated’ With Already-Banned Users
As a safety precaution, the tech company sometimes bans users because the company has discovered that they “are likely to travel” with another person who has already been banned.
Airbnb to List Actual Prices, Stop Letting Hosts Make Guests Do Laundry
The company will, starting in December, give customers the option to view the total price of a stay before taxes “up front” when they search for homes.
Banished for an Unleashed Dog: Airbnb Bans Bewilder Guests and Hosts
Airbnb customers say they are being permanently banned after background checks reveal minor offenses like broken tail lights and old misdemeanors.
Toronto's New Airbnb Rules Will Return Thousands of Units to Housing Market
Described as a “win for tenants,” Toronto can now restrict short-term rentals.
Big rental companies eating up millions in Airbnb revenue
"Airbnb has moved very far away from the idea of home-sharing."
Airbnb Is Politely Asking Its Hosts Not to Be Racist
The company is trying to keep hosts from discriminating against renters by having users agree to a "community commitment," as well as getting rid of profile photos.
Airbnb thinks it has the answer to its racism problem
Airbnb issued its comprehensive report on racial prejudice on its service, and outlined a variety of changes to the service that it plans to make.