Attorney Matt Alegi Weighs In on Legal Risks of Swimply, the “Airbnb for Pools”
As peer-to-peer rental platforms continue to disrupt traditional industries, a new app, Swimply, is making waves by allowing homeowners to rent out their private swimming pools by the hour. With over 15,000 hosts nationwide, Swimply is drawing comparisons to giants like Uber and Airbnb—but it’s also raising serious legal and liability questions.
In a recent USA TODAY article, Shulman Rogers real estate attorney Matt Alegi weighed in on the potential legal concerns that come with these short-term pool rentals. “Pools are very dangerous things,” said Alegi. “There’s no lifeguard sitting at these Swimply pools.” He emphasized the need for both homeowners and renters to fully understand the risks involved, especially when there may be gaps in insurance coverage or liability protections.
As local governments begin scrutinizing these rentals under public health and safety codes, legal experts like Alegi are essential voices in helping clients navigate emerging liability trends in real estate and the short-term rental market.
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