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Hot Springs has officially rolled out updated regulations governing short-term rental properties, and operators need to pay close attention — because the changes come with real financial implications ...

Arkansas is earning serious attention in the short-term rental space, and a fresh roundup of the state's top-performing Airbnb listings puts the spotlight squarely on what separates high-earning prope...

Why Hot Springs STR Investments Go WrongHot Springs draws millions of visitors every year—Oaklawn racing, Bathhouse Row, Lake Hamilton, and a thriving arts scene keep occupancy rates competitive acros...

Why Seasonal Pricing Is Non-Negotiable in Hot SpringsHot Springs is not a flat-demand market. Occupancy and willingness-to-pay swing dramatically across the calendar year, driven by horse racing, lake...

Set a Furnishing Budget Before You Buy a Single PieceThe first rule of outfitting a Hot Springs short-term rental is simple: your furnishing budget should reflect your target nightly rate, not your pe...

Why ROI Math Matters Before You ListHot Springs draws millions of visitors every year — from Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort crowds to Lake Hamilton weekenders to Garvan Woodland Gardens tourists. That s...

Why Compliance Is Your First InvestmentBefore you list your Hot Springs property on Airbnb or VRBO, understand this: operating without proper permits isn't just a fine risk — it's a forced-exit risk. ...

Why Neighborhood Selection Drives Your Hot Springs STR ReturnsHot Springs, Arkansas punches well above its weight as a short-term rental market. With Bathhouse Row, Lake Hamilton, two state parks, and...

Why Hot Springs Attracts Short-Term Rental InvestorsHot Springs, Arkansas punches well above its weight as a short-term rental market. With roughly 38,000 permanent residents, the city draws well over...

Hot Springs is drawing renewed attention from short-term rental operators and real estate investors, with local STR activity earning a feature in Arkansas Money & Politics — a publication that typical...

Arkansas municipalities are tightening their grip on short-term rental properties, and Hot Springs operators need to pay close attention. Cities across the state are moving forward with licensing requ...

A Hot Springs-area Airbnb is turning heads — and booking calendars — by pairing an outdoor hot tub with a cedar-barrel sauna, and the market is paying attention. Properties featuring this kind of well...

After a record-breaking 2024 for Arkansas tourism tax collections, early 2025 numbers are showing a modest pullback statewide. For short-term rental operators in Hot Springs, that shift is worth watch...