How are you finding being a Host in NY City?

[Petra213]

I'm based in Brooklyn - how are other Hosts experiencing hosting in NY City?

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[Rebecca]

Great question @Petra213 and welcome to the Community Center! 👋

Welcome to the Community Center!  I'm Rebecca, a Community Manager and I'm here to ensure that the Community Center stays a safe, inclusive, constructive and respectful space for all our members.

Let me see if @Jatinder8, @Michelle1588 and @Sophia353 are around and if they can share their recent experiences and journey with you 😊

[Sophia353]

Hello @Petra213 ,

I've been a host in Queens for over four years and obtained my STR license in November. Business has slowed down compared to last year, partly because many guests now opt for hotels due to the STR Law. Additionally, facing stiff competition from small family inns (Class B Dwelling) in my area, they are not required to follow this new law and they are undercutting average market prices significantly.