MiSTRA Updates
Welcome New Members!
We’re excited to welcome some new faces to MiSTRA this month! A special thank you to everyone who attended our Michigan STR 2025 Outlook webinar and chose to join us in championing the success and growth of short-term rentals across Michigan
Your support strengthens our community and mission! Join us in welcoming our newest members 👋:
- Michelle Pluchino
- Timothy Riley
- Denise DeCook
- Sue Anne Campbell
- William Hanley
- Anne Marie McCrary
- Britta Hanson
- Carol Williams
- Donna Green
- Jerel Brazeau
- Dean Long
- Michelle Woods
- Paul Welch
- Alan Hammon
- Jeffrey Lipple
- Tricia Prater
- Kent Levy
- James Camp
- Lisa Brady
The MiSTRA crew is growing—are you in? Join today, and be part of Michigan’s STR movement!
Alliance Events

⏩Recording: Now Available in the MiSTRA Member Portal!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for The Michigan 2025 Outlook webinar! Your participation made this session truly insightful as we explored the opportunities and challenges ahead for Michigan STR operators in 2025.
Missed the live session or want to review the key takeaways?
- Access a written recap here
- Take a look at key themes we expect to see in Michigan this year >
Event recordings are available to MiSTRA members only. Log in to watch the recording or become a member today!

Advocacy and Legislative Affairs Committee Members-Only Forum
Thursday, Feb. 13, at 1 PM ET
You’re invited to connect with fellow MiSTRA members at our next Advocacy and Legislative Affairs Committee Forum on Thursday, Feb. 13, at 1 PM ET. This is your chance to ask questions, share insights, and work together to tackle the legislative and regulatory issues shaping the future of short-term rentals in our state.
Let’s collaborate, support each other, and make a real impact—this exclusive forum is just for MiSTRA members like you.
These forums happen monthly, so be sure to mark your calendars and join us regularly! Access meeting information in the MiSTRA member portal.
News You Can Use

Grassroots Growth: The Future of Michigan’s STR Community
From MiSTRA
Earlier this month, MiSTRA hosted the Michigan STR 2025 Outlook, bringing together over 300 short-term rental (STR) owners, operators, and stakeholders for the largest gathering of its kind in Michigan to date. The energy and engagement at this event were extraordinary, showcasing the strength and diversity of Michigan’s STR community.

Check the Status of Short-Term Rentals in These Lake Michigan Communities
From MLive
Lake Michigan towns were active in addressing short-term rentals in 2024, implementing measures like registration pauses, rental caps, and zoning restrictions. Discover the latest updates and how they impact STRs in the region.

Is Your Policy Really Protecting You?
From Proper Insurance
Understanding the complexities of insurance coverage is crucial as the industry often struggles to keep up with the evolving gig and sharing economy, like Airbnb and Uber. Here’s what you need to know.