Take Two translates the day’s headlines for Southern California, making sense of the news and cultural events that affect our lives. Produced by Southern California Public Radio and broadcast from October 2012 – June 2021. Hosted by A Martinez.
There's an Airbnb horror story going on in Palm Springs right now. The popular service lets people easily rent out their homes and apartments, and if you've heard of it, you might've thought about renting out your own place.
But while using Airbnb might seem like easy money, it doesn't protect you against squatters, as one California woman has found out. What was supposed to be a month-long rental has turned into a huge problem ... the tenant just won't leave. And legally, he might not have to.
Carolyn Said is with the San Francisco Chronicle, and she joins A Martinez to discuss.