by MiSTRA | Feb 19, 2026 | City News, Features, News
Pittsfield Township as a Case Study in Michigan’s STR Crossroads A Policy Perspective from the Michigan Short Term Rental Association (MiSTRA) March 2026 By Kate Stoermer, MiSTRA President Introduction: A Statewide Structural Challenge Across Michigan,...
by MiSTRA | Jan 22, 2026 | Alliance News, Features, News
Travelers aren’t just booking places to stay anymore—they’re booking experiences, connection, and stories they want to share. That’s one of the clearest takeaways from Airbnb’s newly released 2026 Travel Predictions, which highlight a continued shift toward outdoor...
by MiSTRA | Nov 18, 2025 | Alliance News, News
Ending 2025 with New Legislative Proposals Michigan lawmakers are once again looking to short-term rentals (STRs) as a new revenue source. Rep. Joey Andrews’ package to be re-presented for this session creates a statewide STR registry and allows an additional 6%...
by MiSTRA | Nov 3, 2025 | Downloads, Resources
Balancing community wellbeing with property rights has never been more complex. With misinformation spreading quickly and stakeholders often pulling in opposite directions, local governments face a difficult task: crafting short-term rental policies that are fair,...
by MiSTRA | Sep 10, 2025 | Alliance News, Features, News
MiSTRA Virtual Meetup Recap & What’s Ahead Thank you to everyone who joined our Virtual Meetup on Wednesday, Sept. 3! Your energy and participation made it a meaningful gathering where we connected, shared ideas, and supported one another. From the thoughtful...
by Esmond Fountain | Sep 4, 2025
Are you curious about launching your short-term rental but unsure where to start? Whether exploring the idea or ready to take your first steps, this introductory training will walk you through the essentials of building a successful rental business. Join Kate...
by Esmond Fountain | Aug 25, 2025
Join us for a virtual meetup where we’ll explore how vacation rental hosts can boost occupancy in the off-season with mid-term rental strategies. Our guest speaker will share practical tips and insights on attracting longer-stay guests, increasing stability, and...
by MiSTRA | Aug 14, 2025 | Alliance News, City News, News
TL;DR: On July 9, 2025, the Michigan Supreme Court split 3–3 in Berlin Trust v. Rubin (the Swift Estates case). That deadlock leaves the Court of Appeals’ 2023 decision in place for that case, confirming that an HOA’s “single-family residence purposes” covenant can be...
by MiSTRA | Aug 5, 2025 | Features, News
In communities across Michigan, property owners who offer short-term rentals are showing up—tired, frustrated, and determined to be heard. While the vacation rental industry is evolving, the regulatory conversation around it often isn’t. In fact, it’s frequently...
by MiSTRA | Aug 5, 2025 | Features, News
In Michigan, opening our doors to travelers is nothing new. Families have been renting out lake homes, cabins, and cottages to out-of-town guests for generations. It’s part of our culture—and part of what has long fueled our local economies and small businesses. But...
