STR Tax Tips & Strategies

Educational resources about deductions, record-keeping, and tax law updates for Airbnb, VRBO, and short-term rental hosts. Always consult a qualified CPA for advice specific to your situation.

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State Guides

Colorado STR Tax Guide: What Airbnb Hosts Should Know

An overview of Colorado-specific tax obligations, licensing requirements, and considerations for short-term rental owners.

February 10, 2026 8 min read
State Guides

Florida STR Tax Guide: What Airbnb Hosts Should Know

An overview of Florida-specific tax obligations for short-term rental owners, including sales tax, tourist development tax, and licensing requirements.

February 3, 2026 8 min read
Depreciation

100% Bonus Depreciation Is Back: What STR Owners Should Know

An overview of the restored 100% bonus depreciation rules under the OBBBA and what they may mean for short-term rental property owners.

January 24, 2026 8 min read
Mileage

IRS Mileage Deduction for Airbnb Hosts: Tracking Requirements

An overview of IRS mileage deduction rules for STR owners — rates, documentation requirements, and what trips may qualify.

January 15, 2026 6 min read
Tax Strategy

Hiring Your Kids in Your STR Business: What to Discuss With Your CPA

An overview of how employing family members in your STR business may work from a tax perspective, including requirements and documentation needs.

January 6, 2026 7 min read
Tax Strategy

The STR Tax Loophole: Understanding Material Participation and Active Income

An educational overview of how the material participation rules work for short-term rentals and why professional guidance is essential.

December 22, 2025 9 min read
Tax Forms

Schedule C vs Schedule E: Which Tax Form for Your Airbnb?

An overview of the difference between Schedule C and Schedule E for reporting Airbnb income, and the factors that determine which applies.

December 12, 2025 8 min read
Tax Prep

What to Bring Your CPA: The STR Tax Prep Checklist

A reference checklist of documents and records your CPA typically needs to prepare your short-term rental tax return.

December 2, 2025 7 min read
Active Hours

Active Hours Tracking: Understanding the 100-Hour Material Participation Rule

An overview of the material participation requirements for STR owners, what activities may count, and why tracking hours matters for your tax return.

November 18, 2025 8 min read
Tax Law

How the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Changes STR Taxes

An overview of the OBBBA's key provisions affecting short-term rental owners, including bonus depreciation and the QBI deduction. Discuss implications with your CPA.

November 5, 2025 9 min read
Cost Segregation

Cost Segregation for Short-Term Rentals: A Beginner's Guide

An overview of how cost segregation studies work for Airbnb and VRBO hosts, including what qualifies, typical costs, and what to discuss with your CPA.

October 28, 2025 10 min read
Tax Deductions

The Complete Guide to Airbnb Tax Deductions in 2026

A reference guide to the deductions Airbnb and VRBO hosts may be eligible to claim on their tax return — from mortgage interest to cleaning supplies. Updated for the 2026 tax year.

October 15, 2025 12 min read

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