Jerome Deluca, who lives with his wife in Coquitlam, said they’re willing to make the master bedroom of their home available for two fans who wouldn’t otherwise be able to go because of the cost of accommodation.
“My wife just wanted to do something nice for somebody,” he said. “I hold the basic philosophy that trust creates honesty.”
Vancouver lawyer Kyla Lee advised keen Swifties and those looking to make a profit from the singer’s visit to consider accommodation and hosting decisions carefully.
“If you’re not dealing with your accommodations within a proper platform or through a hotel it’s a lot harder for you to have a remedy if they do something,” she said
On top of the usual safety concerns when staying with a stranger, Lee said guests should look into purchasing travel insurance. Also, they could consider asking their host about the home insurance or renter’s insurance in place — and if out-of-town guests are included in coverage.
“If you trip and fall on your way out the door, for most people, your home insurance will cover it. But if they don’t have home insurance, you may be out of luck.”
Lee also advised renters hosting guests or surreptitiously subletting their apartments to think seriously about the possibility of eviction in Vancouver’s hot housing market.
“Everybody’s excited that Taylor Swift is coming and they’re getting the opportunity to see the final shows of the Eras Tour,” Lee said. “But always be careful that you’re not letting your excitement lead you into making bad decisions.”
