by Esmond Fountain | Jan 7, 2026
MiSTRA Advocacy & Legislative Affairs Committee ForumSecond Thursday of Each Month Join MiSTRA members for meaningful discussions at our monthly Advocacy and Legislative Affairs Committee Forum. Together, we explore legislative and regulatory issues impacting the...
by Esmond Fountain | Oct 10, 2025
MiSTRA Advocacy & Legislative Affairs Committee ForumSecond Thursday of Each Month Join MiSTRA members for meaningful discussions at our monthly Advocacy and Legislative Affairs Committee Forum. Together, we explore legislative and regulatory issues impacting the...
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 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...
by Esmond Fountain | Jul 22, 2025 | Alliance News, Features, News
Alliance Events Summer, Community, and STR Advocacy – Join Us! We hope you’re soaking up every bit of this beautiful Michigan summer! As always, we’re deeply grateful for those of you who stand with us in protecting short-term rental rights across the...
by MiSTRA | Jun 17, 2025 | Alliance News, News
MiSTRA Updates Why Local STR Advocacy Matters in Michigan Michigan’s “home rule” structure means every town sets its own rules for short-term rentals, creating both a challenge and an opportunity for local voices to shape fair regulation. That’s why MiSTRA is building...
by Esmond Fountain | Apr 15, 2025
Join us for a dynamic session with Sarah Franzen, Founder and Principal Consultant at REVZEN, as she breaks down the essentials of Revenue Management. Whether you’re just starting out or already have a strategy in place, this is your chance to level up. Expect...
by MiSTRA | Mar 17, 2025 | Alliance News, Features, Member Updates, News
March marks the one-year anniversary of MiSTRA, and with it, a moment to reflect on how far we’ve come—and where we’re headed. This past month, our Board gathered in person for the first time, bringing together a diverse group of industry advocates, business owners,...
by MiSTRA | Feb 21, 2025 | Alliance News, Member Updates, News
🎉Welcome New Members!🎉 We’re thrilled to welcome some new faces to MiSTRA this month! Thank you for joining us in championing the success and growth of short-term rentals across Michigan. Your support makes our community stronger, and we’re so glad to have...
by MiSTRA | Jan 31, 2025 | Member Updates
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...
