The complete tax guide for Airbnb and other short-term rental hosts

As a short-term rental host, you're entitled to many valuable deductions and other tax benefits. This book—the first of its kind—shows you how to make the most of your hosting business without risking problems with the IRS.

Learn everything you need to know about taxes, including:

• what expenses you can deduct


• how to report your short-term rental income


• how to deduct losses, and


• vacation home and tax-free rental rules.

Whether you rent your property through Airbnb, TripAdvisor, Craigslist, or Vrbo, make sure you understand these tax rules, including the 20% pass-through deduction.

This edition has a new section on the financial and tax benefits of renting your primary or vacation home to your business for meetings or other work purposes.