I wanted to rent out my place, but thought I had to register a business first
Many people want to list an empty room for a short-term stay on plott LIFE, but put it off because the requirements seem complicated.
"Do I have to register a business first?"
"If there’s a pile of paperwork, I don’t even know where to start."
Knowing the host requirements and listing steps upfront makes it easy to see what you need—and what you don’t.
Here’s what it takes to host on plott LIFE, how to list a room, and when you may need supporting documents.
How to get started as a plott LIFE host
Do short-term rental hosts need to register a business?
Anyone can start hosting on plott LIFE without registering a business or submitting paperwork.
Depending on the room type or how you operate, you may need to provide supporting documents if permits or registrations are required by law.
In short, you don’t need a business registration certificate to join the platform and list a room, but you’ll need to check separately whether your room requires a permit or registration under the law.
What are the steps to register as a host?
Here’s how it works:
① Create an account
② List your room — add the required details
③ Listing review
④ Approved rooms go live for renters
Will renters see my room as soon as I list it?
No. Renters can see your room once it’s reviewed and approved.
New listings that pass review will appear on the home page.
Check the listing screen and Help Center for review times and details.
Source: Official plott LIFE website and host guide (as of 2026)
When you may need supporting documents
The most confusing part of the host requirements is seeing "no paperwork needed" alongside "permits or registrations required by law."
They refer to different things.
① Listing on the platform — You can get started without registering a business or submitting paperwork
② Permits or registrations required for your room — Depending on the room type or how you operate, you may need to submit supporting documents
Requirements vary by room type and location, so check with your local government or relevant agency for the most accurate information.
Can I host a home I rent?
If you rent your home rather than own it, it’s safest to get your landlord’s consent to sublet, separate from the platform’s signup requirements.
Subletting without consent could violate your lease.
If I start without registering a business, do I still need to file taxes?
Yes. Whether or not you register a business, you’re still required to report rental income on your annual income tax return.
For filing guidance, contact the National Tax Service at 126 or a tax professional.
Source: Official plott LIFE website and host guide, National Tax Service (as of 2026)
33m2 vs. plott LIFE: Host requirements compared
Both platforms follow a similar process: list your room, then wait for a review.
The difference comes down to fees and visibility once you’re listed.
Category | Getting started as a 33m2 host | Getting started as a plott LIFE host |
|---|---|---|
Review after listing | Goes live after review by an assigned manager | Approved rooms go live after review |
Host fee | 3.3% | ₩0 (through December 31) |
New listing visibility | Even after approval, ranking depends on price, photo quality, and minimum lease term | New listings appear on the home page |
Required documents can vary by property ownership, business registration status, and timing, so check the latest instructions before listing on any platform.
plott LIFE has no listing fee, and the host fee is ₩0 through December 31.
Host fees affect your payout from your very first booking, so they’re an important factor when choosing where to get started.
Source: Official 33m2 and plott LIFE websites (as of 2026)
