Homeowner Forced to Live in Van as Tenant Illegally Lists House on Airbnb

A homeowner in Washington state is living in a van while his tenant lists his house on Airbnb and refuses to pay rent. The homeowner, Jason Roth, has been struggling to reclaim his property and estimates that the tenant owes him around $33,400 in back rent, utilities, and late fees. Due to a severe court backlog, Roth will have to wait at least four more months for an eviction hearing. The tenant had been illegally listing the property on Airbnb for nearly $150 a night, but the listing has since been removed. Roth's situation highlights the challenges faced by homeowners in the state's housing shortage and the need for a fair system that protects both renters and landlords.