What is the depreciation of Airbnb property?


What is the depreciation of Airbnb property? Residential properties depreciate over 27.5 years, while non-residential properties depreciate over 39 years. If your short-term rental only averages 30 days or less as an average rent period, it would classify as transient. It is therefore classified as a commercial property and depreciates over 39 years.


How do I avoid paying taxes on Airbnb?

To account for short-term rental income, the 14-day rule allows Airbnb hosts to avoid paying taxes if they rent a property for fewer than 14 days per year. The 14-day rule is a common provision in tax laws that aim to combat abuses of short-term rental services like Airbnb.


What expenses can I write off for Airbnb?

Which Airbnb expenses are tax-deductible?
  • Cleaning services and supplies. Nowadays, it's crucial to run a clean vacation rental to get a 5-star review. ...
  • Repairs and maintenance. ...
  • Insurance, property taxes, and mortgage. ...
  • Utilities. ...
  • Appliances, furniture, and household supplies. ...
  • Marketing and advertisements. ...
  • Professional services.