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Chapter 1

: Introduction<br>1.1 Background of the Study<br>1.2 Statement of the Problem<br>1.3 Objectives of the Study<br>1.4 Research Questions<br>1.5 Significance of the Study<br>1.6 Scope and Limitations<br>1.7 Definition of Terms<br><br>####

Chapter 2

: Literature Review<br>2.1 Evolution of Short-term Rental Platforms<br>2.2 Economic Impacts of Airbnb on Rental Markets<br>2.3 Effects on Rental Prices and Housing Affordability<br>2.4 Regulatory Challenges and Responses<br>2.5 Property Management in the Age of Airbnb<br>2.6 Summary of Key Findings<br><br>####

Chapter 3

: Research Methodology<br>3.1 Research Design<br>3.2 Data Collection Methods<br>3.3 Sampling Techniques<br>3.4 Data Analysis Procedures<br>3.5 Ethical Considerations<br>3.6 Limitations of the Methodology<br><br>####

Chapter 4

: Analysis and Findings<br>4.1 Overview of Rental Market Trends<br>4.2 Impact of Airbnb on Rental Prices<br>4.3 Housing Availability and Market Dynamics<br>4.4 Regulatory Responses to Short-term Rentals<br>4.5 Property Management Strategies in Response to Airbnb<br>4.6 Comparative Analysis of Rental Markets<br><br>####

Chapter 5

: Discussion and Implications<br>5.1 Summary of Key Findings<br>5.2 Implications for Policy and Regulation<br>5.3 Practical Recommendations for Property Managers<br>5.4 Future Research Directions<br>5.5 Conclusion<br><br><br></p>