Do Short-Term Rental Owners

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Need to File Taxes?

Yes — income from platforms like Airbnb, Vrbo, and Booking.com is taxable and must be reported to the IRS and often to state and local authorities. Whether you rent a single property or manage several, filing your STR taxes correctly is essential to staying compliant and avoiding penalties.

What STR Income Must Be Reported?

Most earnings from your rental activity count as taxable income, including:

  • Nightly rates charged to guests
  • Cleaning or maintenance fees
  • Additional service or amenity charges
  • Security deposit forfeitures (in some cases)

Many platforms issue 1099 forms to both the IRS and hosts, so it's important to ensure your numbers match.

Eligible Tax Deductions for

STR Owners

Running an STR often involves significant expenses — and many of them are deductible. Examples include:

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Mortgage interest, insurance, and property taxes

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Repairs, supplies, and utilities

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Internet and streaming services

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Professional cleaning services

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Hosting platform fees (Airbnb, Vrbo, etc.)

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Depreciation of your property and furnishings

What’s Included in Our STR Tax Filing Service

We make STR tax filing straightforward and stress-free. Our service includes:

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Federal and state tax return preparation

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Local occupancy/sales tax filing (where required)

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Identification of all eligible deductions

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Assistance with estimated tax payments

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Audit support and year-round guidance

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