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Boost STR Profits: Save Over $10K Annually with Bonus Depreciation and Cost Segregation
When it comes to real estate investing, one of the most powerful tools in your wealth-building toolbox is depreciation — and if you own...August 10, 20253 minutes - Lasted PostArchitectural Trends
Profitable STR Makeovers: Before-and-After Renovations in Northeast Florida”
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Build Wealth Through Short-Term Rentals—Without the Overwhelm
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Your Loan Got Denied — Now What? Backup Strategies Every STR Investor Should Know
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DSCR Loans Demystified: How They Work (And Why STRs Are a Perfect Fit)
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House Hack Your Vacation Home: How to Finance a Second Property Without Breaking the Bank
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DSCR, Conventional, or HELOC? Choosing the Right Loan for Your Short-Term Rental
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STR Lending in 2025: Updated Requirements, Lender Expectations & What You Need to Close Fast
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Evaluating a Property Manager: Key Questions, Warning Signs, and Contract Tips
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Complete Short-Term Rental Management Checklist for New Investors
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What’s Right for Your STR Investment? – Self-Manage vs. Full-Service
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Design & Construction
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Profitable STR Makeovers: Before-and-After Renovations in Northeast Florida”
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Smart Renovation Spending for STRs: Upgrades That Pay Off and Money Wasters to Avoid
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How to Design Your STR for Maximum Appeal and Higher Rates
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Backyards That Book: Outdoor Spaces That Drive Higher Occupancy
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Tax Savings
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- Rental Income Deductions
The STR Loophole: How to Make Short-Term Rental Income Tax-Free
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Understanding REPS and Its Tax Benefits for Short-Term Rental Investors
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Boost STR Profits: Save Over $10K Annually with Bonus Depreciation and Cost Segregation
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Tax Strategy for Couples: Passive Income, Active Losses & Combining W-2 Income with STR Gains
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Bookkeeping for STRs: What to Track to Maximize Deductions
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No-DSCR Loans for Vacation Rentals
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Financing Vacation Rental Property: Expert Tips & Strategies
By Ian Ferrell via Globalvacationrentals.com
Why People Are Giving Up on Buying Vacation Homes
By Pete Grieve via Money.com
Demand for Vacation Homes Drops to Lowest Level Since at Least 2018
By Dana Anderson via Redfin.com
Property Management
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PriceLabs Report: London Holiday Let Prices Surge 17% Despite Fewer Bookings
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Florida-based Property Manager Files for Bankruptcy
By George Sell via Shorttermrentalz.com
What’s Next for Vacation Rentals in 2025 and How Property Managers Can Face the Challenges Head-On
By Snigdha via Rentalscaleup.com
Design & Construction
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A Sneak Peek at This Year’s Vacation Rental Design Summit
By Jessica Duce via Designnewsnow.com
The Short‑Term Rental Hosts Spending Big to Trick Out Their Vacation Properties
By Cecilie Rohwedder via Wsj.com
“Guests Want to Feel Transported”: How to Decorate Your Holiday Rental
By Jessica Salter via Ft.com
Tax Savings
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Accessing Tax Benefits for Your Short‑Term Rental Property
By Dustin M. G. via Mgocpa.com
Vacation Rental Tax Strategy Using the Augusta Rule
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