25 Tax Write-Offs for Airbnb Hosts
As an Airbnb host, you're used to putting the finishing touches on a place to ensure guests feel at home when they book a stay.
Here at Keeper, we want to help you fill out your Schedule C with equal flair, to ensure as much of your hard-earned income also stays with you.
The lockbox you bought so guests can enjoy contactless entry? That's a write-off. Property insurance? It belongs on your Schedule C! Buying social media ads to market your listing? You get the idea.
Read on for a list of even more write-offs for rental property hosts.
Schedule C, Box 8
Marketing materials like postcards, property signs, and even ads can be written off.
Schedule C, Box 27a
You can write off lockboxes and spare keys you keep outside the property so people can check in without you there.
Schedule C, Box 22
Write off any costs associated with cleaning your property or washing sheets, towels, and other linens.
Schedule C, Box 15
Utility bills, like electricity, gas, and water for the property, can be written off
Schedule C, Box 21
You can write off up to $2,500 for individual repairs to your property.
Schedule C, Box 22
Treating your guests pays off! Write off that bottle of wine or house breakfast.
Schedule C, Box 10
The percentage Airbnb takes for every guest? You get to write it off.
Write off the streaming service you subscribe to so you can play music during class.
Schedule C, Box 21
Write off anything related to keeping your rental space safe and cozy!
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Get startedIf you have to drive to meet a renter at the property or to pick up furniture, decorations, or home essentials, you can write off some of your car expenses.
Schedule C, Box 27a
Parking for a meeting downtown, or any other work trip, is tax-deductible!
Schedule C, Box 27a
A toll while driving to or from a work destination is tax-deductible!
Schedule C, Box 13
If you buy a new car, you can write off part of the cost every year for five years.
Schedule C, Box 22
Flashlights, tire iron, duct tape, and other tools you may need in your vehicle are deductible.
Schedule C, Box 15
Car insurance monthly fees, registration, even roadside assistance are partially deductible.
Schedule C, Box 9
Oil changes, repairs, and regular checkups are all tax-deductible if you drive for work.
Whether you're a new or seasoned rental property host, there's a lot to be gained from meeting with fellow property hosts or rental owners to learn from their work experiences.This counts as a business meal, so you can write off the cost of the meal.
Schedule C, Box 24b
If you discuss work with a coworker, mentor, client, or prospective client, it's a write-off!
If you travel to scope out a new potential rental property or to attend a real estate conference in another city, you can write off the associated costs because it counts as a business trip.
Schedule C, Box 24a
Planes, trains, and car rentals are all work-related travel costs that can be written off.
Schedule C, Box 24a
When you travel for work, lodging expenses such as hotel rooms or Airbnb are write offs.
Schedule C, Box 24a
When you're traveling for work, all meals are tax-deductible. Even takeout!
If you work from home, on things like renter communication or writing and advertising property listings, lower your taxable income by deducting your home office expenses.
Schedule C, Box 18
A desk, chairs, lamps, and other home office necessities are all tax write-offs.
Schedule C, Box 21
You can write off up to $2,500 for individual repairs to your property.
Form 8829
Gotta keep the lights on in your home office! A portion of your electricity bill counts.
Form 8829
Whether it's rental or homeowners insurance, you can write off a portion through your home office deduction.
Form 8829
It'd be hard to work in an office without running water, huh? You water bill counts.
Schedule C, Box 25
Your Comcast bill is a tax write-off. You need internet to do your job!
