Laws And Order<\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/morty-content-production.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/07\/antonio-caverzan-724402-unsplash-1024x685.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nThe idea of making money right off the bat is appealing. But it\u2019s worth slowing down to find out exactly how to not break any rules while doing it. Some homeowners associations put very strict rules on renting, including the ability to use your house as an Airbnb. Always be sure to look through your contract to make sure you\u2019re not breaking any rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Taxes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/morty-content-production.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/07\/gian-cescon-641055-unsplash-e1531423674667-1024x809.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nWhile not the most exciting of things to consider when getting ready to Airbnb, it\u2019s never a good idea to avoid Uncle Sam when it comes to extra income. Thankfully, taxes are not too much of a hurdle if you only plan on renting for the short term. In the US, a short-term rental is anything less than 15 days. And for 15 rental days or fewer, you won’t have to report your earnings as income. But if you rent your home out for more than 15 days in a year, you\u2019ll have to start reporting the income when filing your taxes. Check with your tax professional. Stay organized and keep your documents handy for when tax season comes around. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Comfort<\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/morty-content-production.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/07\/logan-nolin-347104-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nMaking sure your guests are happy and comfortable is one of the most important things when it comes to being a successful Airbnb host. Guests can leave reviews of the host. Your reputation on the Airbnb site is the ultimate money maker… or deal breaker. Easy ways to help make your guests more comfortable are easy to do. Stock up on toilet paper. Have plenty of good, clean towels and freshly washed sheets. Consider leaving a small book for your guests with important information. Include the WIFI password, any house rules (ex: no smoking), and important phone numbers like 911. (Remember, not everyone visiting will be from the US). As always, being polite to your guests during your interactions will always get you far.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Insurance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/morty-content-production.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/07\/jose-francisco-rago-631486-unsplash-e1531425054903-1024x568.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nHaving strangers stay in your home can be a bit scary. But trusting someone they\u2019ve never met to not totally ruin their house is something Millennials seem to have adjusted to quickly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Nevertheless, it\u2019s important to be prepared. Airbnb does offer to screen for potential renters and even offers insurance in case someone gets hurt or damages your property. However, you may want to check in with your homeowner’s insurance <\/a>to make sure that you\u2019re totally covered. Some insurance plans are fine with covering short rental periods. But others may not be so flexible and might require you to upgrade to a business insurance plan. Make sure all your boxes are checked ahead of time, and you won’t have to deal with an expensive oversight later. <\/p>\n\n\n\nCost<\/h2>\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nThe idea of making money right off the bat is appealing. But it\u2019s worth slowing down to find out exactly how to not break any rules while doing it. Some homeowners associations put very strict rules on renting, including the ability to use your house as an Airbnb. Always be sure to look through your contract to make sure you\u2019re not breaking any rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Taxes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nWhile not the most exciting of things to consider when getting ready to Airbnb, it\u2019s never a good idea to avoid Uncle Sam when it comes to extra income. Thankfully, taxes are not too much of a hurdle if you only plan on renting for the short term. In the US, a short-term rental is anything less than 15 days. And for 15 rental days or fewer, you won’t have to report your earnings as income. But if you rent your home out for more than 15 days in a year, you\u2019ll have to start reporting the income when filing your taxes. Check with your tax professional. Stay organized and keep your documents handy for when tax season comes around. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Comfort<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nMaking sure your guests are happy and comfortable is one of the most important things when it comes to being a successful Airbnb host. Guests can leave reviews of the host. Your reputation on the Airbnb site is the ultimate money maker… or deal breaker. Easy ways to help make your guests more comfortable are easy to do. Stock up on toilet paper. Have plenty of good, clean towels and freshly washed sheets. Consider leaving a small book for your guests with important information. Include the WIFI password, any house rules (ex: no smoking), and important phone numbers like 911. (Remember, not everyone visiting will be from the US). As always, being polite to your guests during your interactions will always get you far.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Insurance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nHaving strangers stay in your home can be a bit scary. But trusting someone they\u2019ve never met to not totally ruin their house is something Millennials seem to have adjusted to quickly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Nevertheless, it\u2019s important to be prepared. Airbnb does offer to screen for potential renters and even offers insurance in case someone gets hurt or damages your property. However, you may want to check in with your homeowner’s insurance <\/a>to make sure that you\u2019re totally covered. Some insurance plans are fine with covering short rental periods. But others may not be so flexible and might require you to upgrade to a business insurance plan. Make sure all your boxes are checked ahead of time, and you won’t have to deal with an expensive oversight later. <\/p>\n\n\n\nCost<\/h2>\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nWhile not the most exciting of things to consider when getting ready to Airbnb, it\u2019s never a good idea to avoid Uncle Sam when it comes to extra income. Thankfully, taxes are not too much of a hurdle if you only plan on renting for the short term. In the US, a short-term rental is anything less than 15 days. And for 15 rental days or fewer, you won’t have to report your earnings as income. But if you rent your home out for more than 15 days in a year, you\u2019ll have to start reporting the income when filing your taxes. Check with your tax professional. Stay organized and keep your documents handy for when tax season comes around. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Comfort<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nMaking sure your guests are happy and comfortable is one of the most important things when it comes to being a successful Airbnb host. Guests can leave reviews of the host. Your reputation on the Airbnb site is the ultimate money maker… or deal breaker. Easy ways to help make your guests more comfortable are easy to do. Stock up on toilet paper. Have plenty of good, clean towels and freshly washed sheets. Consider leaving a small book for your guests with important information. Include the WIFI password, any house rules (ex: no smoking), and important phone numbers like 911. (Remember, not everyone visiting will be from the US). As always, being polite to your guests during your interactions will always get you far.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Insurance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nHaving strangers stay in your home can be a bit scary. But trusting someone they\u2019ve never met to not totally ruin their house is something Millennials seem to have adjusted to quickly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Nevertheless, it\u2019s important to be prepared. Airbnb does offer to screen for potential renters and even offers insurance in case someone gets hurt or damages your property. However, you may want to check in with your homeowner’s insurance <\/a>to make sure that you\u2019re totally covered. Some insurance plans are fine with covering short rental periods. But others may not be so flexible and might require you to upgrade to a business insurance plan. Make sure all your boxes are checked ahead of time, and you won’t have to deal with an expensive oversight later. <\/p>\n\n\n\nCost<\/h2>\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nMaking sure your guests are happy and comfortable is one of the most important things when it comes to being a successful Airbnb host. Guests can leave reviews of the host. Your reputation on the Airbnb site is the ultimate money maker… or deal breaker. Easy ways to help make your guests more comfortable are easy to do. Stock up on toilet paper. Have plenty of good, clean towels and freshly washed sheets. Consider leaving a small book for your guests with important information. Include the WIFI password, any house rules (ex: no smoking), and important phone numbers like 911. (Remember, not everyone visiting will be from the US). As always, being polite to your guests during your interactions will always get you far.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Insurance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nHaving strangers stay in your home can be a bit scary. But trusting someone they\u2019ve never met to not totally ruin their house is something Millennials seem to have adjusted to quickly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Nevertheless, it\u2019s important to be prepared. Airbnb does offer to screen for potential renters and even offers insurance in case someone gets hurt or damages your property. However, you may want to check in with your homeowner’s insurance <\/a>to make sure that you\u2019re totally covered. Some insurance plans are fine with covering short rental periods. But others may not be so flexible and might require you to upgrade to a business insurance plan. Make sure all your boxes are checked ahead of time, and you won’t have to deal with an expensive oversight later. <\/p>\n\n\n\nCost<\/h2>\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nHaving strangers stay in your home can be a bit scary. But trusting someone they\u2019ve never met to not totally ruin their house is something Millennials seem to have adjusted to quickly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Nevertheless, it\u2019s important to be prepared. Airbnb does offer to screen for potential renters and even offers insurance in case someone gets hurt or damages your property. However, you may want to check in with your homeowner’s insurance <\/a>to make sure that you\u2019re totally covered. Some insurance plans are fine with covering short rental periods. But others may not be so flexible and might require you to upgrade to a business insurance plan. Make sure all your boxes are checked ahead of time, and you won’t have to deal with an expensive oversight later. <\/p>\n\n\n\nCost<\/h2>\n\n\n
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