This is a pretty rare occurrence, but in the off chance this happens, the article says that airbnb has up to $1 million dollars in insurance for this sort of thing. I'd be willing to take the risk. I assume most people aren't going to have drug fueled orgies to go see the pope.
I SS'd. I'd be at a cautious yes, personally, but it'd definitely have to be something MrRama and I agreed on after discussing each of our desires, concerns, etc (plus, he's the logical one that thinks of things I wouldn't). I could take the time off and/or hang out at my parents' place.
Post by ladyvenice on May 21, 2015 12:06:11 GMT -5
I do this already. Our house goes up onto airbnb during the summer months when DH and I are off work (we work at a university and get two to three months off) and stay in my families houseboat in Venice. In the four years we've been doing it, nothing bad has ever happened, and the income from it is almost the same as our joint income.
I do this already. Our house goes up onto airbnb during the summer months when DH and I are off work (we work at a university and get two to three months off) and stay in my families houseboat in Venice. In the four years we've been doing it, nothing bad has ever happened, and the income from it is almost the same as our joint income.
I would do it after interviewing the potential renters. For that much money, you could store your valuables outside your home, take a week of vacation, hire a maid to clean your house once they leave, and still have extra cash.
EDIT: Get a lawyer to draw you up a contract that includes a security deposit and an acknowledgement from the renter that they will cover damages.
I do this already. Our house goes up onto airbnb during the summer months when DH and I are off work (we work at a university and get two to three months off) and stay in my families houseboat in Venice. In the four years we've been doing it, nothing bad has ever happened, and the income from it is almost the same as our joint income.
fanceh.
I've actually never thought of it like that haha. I grew up in that boat, I didn't live in on-land accommodation until I moved to here.
Are they renting out the whole house or just rooms in their house?
I would like to assume that if somebody is paying 8-10k for a room to see the pope they are going to be awfully respectful of your stuff... orrrr completely insane. I think I might have to take it on a case by case basis.
This. I also feel that if someone is paying that kind of money for a week they aren't going to steal my stuff. Apparently people are renting houses because they want to feel at home. That and the hotels are booked, downtown apartments and condos are sold/rented so now the market is moving to the nearby suburbs.
Our office is in the security zone for the RNC so our owners are likely leasing it out of the week, we've had some people in checking it out the past few weeks. I didn't realize renting houses out was an option though- do you know where I can find more information on this? It's something I'd definitely consider.
Post by wowcheezits on May 21, 2015 12:35:03 GMT -5
I don't think I would. They could have stranger sex anywhere in your house, pee in your food, stash something somewhere or leave things behind. Too many issues.
This. I also feel that if someone is paying that kind of money for a week they aren't going to steal my stuff. Apparently people are renting houses because they want to feel at home. That and the hotels are booked, downtown apartments and condos are sold/rented so now the market is moving to the nearby suburbs.
Our office is in the security zone for the RNC so our owners are likely leasing it out of the week, we've had some people in checking it out the past few weeks. I didn't realize renting houses out was an option though- do you know where I can find more information on this? It's something I'd definitely consider.
I think if you want help doing it you can just contact a real estate company like Howard Hanna or whatever. Or just do it yourself. We've always rented our rental house out via craigslist and never had a problem. You just have to be very very very careful.
Most don't feel badly taking money from the religiously devout who just want to see the Pope in the flesh in their lifetime?
It's nice of you to consider this angle.
FWIW, I am religious and I don't think you should feel bad about it.
My father and husband - both Catholic - think I'm insane for feeling a little skeevy about taking money from religious people. I feel like I should donate the money we make on the house to a charitable fund. Or ask less. To which both of them say "wtf, Joy. Why not just let someone stay there for free? STOP FEELING BAD."
It actually makes me feel better that I'm alone on that line of thinking.
I clicked the last option. Just for fun. Who is everyone picturing as their house renters when the Pope comes? The first people that come to my mind are my grandparents. Not really concerned about weird sex in my bed or giant house parties with those two. Just saying.
Post by shadesofgold on May 21, 2015 15:04:40 GMT -5
Don't feel bad, joy! You are doing them the favor of providing accommodations in an otherwise sold-out city!
I agree with PP about going through airbnb where you have more protections and can get the money up-front.
The Pope is also swinging through DC on the same trip. We have a guest room and I briefly considered this proposition. But we rent, so we can't go through airbnb or other official channels. It is really common for people to leave town and rent their place here for events like this, especially for the inauguration. I've never heard any horror stories.
Most don't feel badly taking money from the religiously devout who just want to see the Pope in the flesh in their lifetime?
You could think of it as giving them an opportunity they wouldn't have otherwise had. Those older folks who can't fly that far, or who can't afford to bring their whole family to Vatican City can ust drive a few hours and have a house to stay in. You could give them a great experience.
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