Short-Term Rental Operators
Master the tax advantages of Airbnb and VRBO. Keep your profits out of the hands of the IRS.
Short-Term Rentals (STRs) operate in a unique tax twilight zone. The IRS doesn't quite look at them as standard passive rentals, nor do they look at them exactly like a hotel—unless you misstep on the rules. For operators, this creates the ultimate tax reduction opportunity: The Short-Term Rental Loophole.
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We help Airbnb, VRBO, and boutique hospitality operators use their properties to erase outsized tax bills from W-2s, business income, or stock gains.
Executing The STR Strategy
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The 7-Day Average Stay Test: You must maintain an average stay of 7 days or less across the year. 7.01 days fails. We analyze your bookings mid-year to guarantee you're on track.
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Material Participation & Time Logging: We train you on precisely how to log your 100 or 500 hours safely. We know what activities count (DIY repairs, guest messaging) and what don't (Zillow surfing).
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Cost Segregations: Using cost seg and bonus depreciation, we generate a massive paper loss in Year 1. Because your STR isn't constrained by passive loss limits, that loss knocks down your active tax brackets instantly.
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Entity & Expense Structuring: We decide if your operation generates Self-Employment taxes (Schedule C) or standard real estate income (Schedule E). From cleaning teams to software and vehicle write-offs, we capture every operating dollar legally allowed.