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How Much Does Insurance Cost for STR Managers & Airbnb Co-Hosts?
Wister policies start at under $4 a day for up to 5 properties, whether you're an Airbnb co-host, Vrbo co-host, or property management company. Here's exactly how pricing works and what's included.
What Are Airbnb Co-Hosts Liable For? (And What Insurance Actually Covers It)
Co-hosts make the decisions on properties they don't own, and that makes them liable for guest injuries, booking errors, and even their owner's losses. Here's what you're actually on the hook for, and why neither AirCover nor the owner's policy has you covered.
Wister Joins the Right to Rent Collaborative
Insurance protects your business from the risks inside it. Advocacy protects it from the risks around it, and Wister's new partnership with the Right to Rent Collaborative is how we're showing up for the second half.
Why Being Listed as ‘Additional Insured’ Isn’t Enough for Short-Term Rental Managers
Here's what being listed as ‘additional insured’ on a homeowner’s policy actually covers and why short-term rental managers who rely on it are one claim away from finding out the hard way.
Wister Insurance® Partners with Hospitable
The STR industry is raising the bar, and the operators who aren't protected won't make the cut.
E&O Insurance for Vacation Rental Managers: What You Need to Know
Everything vacation rental managers need to know about E&O insurance and why not having it could cost you everything.
Wister Insurance + Freewyld Foundry: Protecting and Growing the Modern STR Operator
Growth without protection is risky, and protection without growth limits potential. This is why we’ve partnered with Freewyld Foundry.
7 Costly Mistakes In Short-Term Rental Management
Here are 7 costly mistakes in short-term rental management, and how to make sure your business is protected before something goes wrong.
Wister Insurance® Partners with the Million Dollar Host Mastermind Group
Big news for the STR community. We've officially partnered with the Million Dollar Host Mastermind, here's what that means for operators like you.
Why “Supplemental Insurance” Isn’t Enough for Vacation Rental Managers
Understanding the difference between supplemental and business insurance is key to protecting your operation. Here’s what you need to know.
The Best Short-Term Rental Manager Insurance Companies (2026)
Not all short-term rental insurance is built for how managers actually operate. We break down the top companies side by side so you can stop guessing and start operating with confidence.
Insurance for Airbnb Managers VS Owners
Owners insure the property itself, while managers are responsible for operations, guest communication, vendors, and safety oversight. Understanding that distinction is the first step to making sure your business is actually protected.
Who Is Liable In Short-Term Rental Management?
Short-term rental management has evolved fast but liability standards haven’t always kept up. Understanding where responsibility truly lies is essential for protecting your business, your income, and your reputation.
Short-Term Rental Manager Insurance: Complete Coverage Guide
Short-Term Rental Management Insurance explained: CGL, E&O, discrimination claims, and more. A complete guide to insurance built for STR managers and co-hosts.