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0 pointssien8y ago0 comments

And the vast number of consumers who get to get a cheaper place in many more areas than the could before.

Literally millions of people.

Saying that the only benefit of AirBnB goes to owners is like saying the only benefit of Ebay goes to sellers.

You hit the bigger problem that has made housing incredibly expensive in the Bay Area, London, Sydney and other places.

Overly restrictive Zoning.

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Sometimes restrictive zoning exists for good reason.

For example I'm sure there is no interest from Montreal residents in tearing down Old Montreal and building taller, and denser buildings.

In such heritage areas Airbnb can have a real negative impact as tourist use can displace what would otherwise be a normal, functional neighbourhood.

eecc8y ago

"Consumers" who'll finally be able to consume Amsterdam's vibe, oblivious to the fact that it's become a big Disneyland since forever

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