Short-Term Rentals of Your Home

How to Start an Airbnb Business

Becoming an AIRBNB host is a great way to bring in some extra cash but make sure you look into the rules that apply to short-term rentals in your area.

Insurance Questions When Renting Out Your Home Short Term

Understand insurance and liability issues when you rent out your home on Airbnb.

Tax Issues When Renting Your Home on Airbnb or VRBO

Be aware of tax consequences when renting out your home on a short-term basis.

How to Screen Renters on Airbnb, VRBO, and Other Short-Term Hosting Sites

How to screen Airbnb and other short-term guests to avoid problems.

How to Prepare Your Home for Airbnb, VRBO, or Other Short-Term Guests

How to get your home ready for short-term guests.

Legal Restrictions to Renting Your Home on Airbnb or Other Rental Services

Check out your legal right to rent your home on a short-term basis.

Neighbor Issues When You Rent Out Your Home on Airbnb, VRBO, or Other Rental Services

Avoid neighbor problems when you rent out your home on a short-term basis.

How to Airbnb in New York City

What NYC tenants and landlords need to know about Airbnb and short-term rentals.

Overview of Airbnb Law in San Francisco

What landlords, tenants, and homeowners need to know about short-term rentals such as Airbnb.

Can I deduct the cost of replacing carpet in the room I rent on HomeAway?

Tax deductibility of buying new carpet and making improvements and repairs in short-term rentals.

FAQs About Tax Deductions When Renting Out Property on Airbnb

As a landlord on Airbnb or a similar short-term rental site, you may enjoy the benefits of some tax deductions. But of course, there's fine print to consider, as shown in these frequently asked questions.

If I Donate Use of My Vacation Property for a Charity Auction, Is Its Rental Value Tax Deductible?

Learn the limits of donating a stay in your vacation rental to a charity auction.