Want to run a short-term rental in Bucharest? What you need to know before you start
Legislation, neighbours’ consent, classification, real costs and the question many owners leave until the end
Short-term rental may look simple from the outside: you list the apartment, receive bookings and earn more per night than from a traditional lease. In reality, before the first booking come the legislation, the homeowners’ association, tourism classification, renovation, cleaning, platforms, guest communication and costs that do not show up in a rushed calculation. This article explains, step by step, what to check before deciding whether your apartment is worth managing as a short-term rental, through a management company, or simply renting out long term.