Airbnb Hosts Threaten Strike After Platform Kills Guest Chore Lists
A new Airbnb policy barring host-imposed chores has owners vowing to strike and plotting workarounds, while guests cheer. The fallout could reshape cleaning fees and listing supply.

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A new Airbnb policy barring host-imposed chores has owners vowing to strike and plotting workarounds, while guests cheer. The fallout could reshape cleaning fees and listing supply.
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