Requesting help on what the gross taxable and deduction amount is entered in the lodging report for the city and state.. my Airbnb Vrbo charges occupancy tax for the guests already.

Cool.Anyways, I decided to test on my own properties and share my findings here what could get them booked again.My thesis was "if I was as big as Airbnb, and I SHIFTED my focus on what HOSTS want to what GUESTS want - how would I reward that?"

I’ve found the quality of guests higher, and I like to have a telephone conversation with them to find out what their expectations are.

This implies at least on guest stay.  

My main struggle now is guests not reading the house rules.

Airbnb can increase fees without any visibility to the guest. 

I collect a security deposit hold against the guest's credit card, so that I do not have to rely solely upon the Airbnb "damage coverage".

Yes — unless you systemize it.You need:• Clear house rules• Weekly or bi-weekly cleaning• Locked individual bedrooms• Keyless entry• Written expectations for noise, guests, chores• A screening process that tests for compatibility, not just credit scoresIf you don’t have structure, the house becomes chaotic fast.4.

Let’s turn this thread into a mini support group for MTR hosts.Whether it’s finding reliable guests, convincing landlords, or handling turnovers — drop your #1 challenge below.I’ve coached hundreds of hosts and can share real solutions that worked (not theory).Sometimes all it takes is one strategy tweak to turn things around.So… what’s holding you back right now?

Hi all — My wife Ashley and I are exploring purchasing a turnkey, already-operating short-term rental (Airbnb/VRBO) before year-end.Target budget: <=$300,000Preferred markets: Tyler, TX or Little Rock AreaMust-have criteria:• At least 12 months historic payout data (Airbnb/VRBO)• Furnishings included or negotiable (already in operation)• STR legal / permitted (HOA or city OK)• Good guest-review profile (4.7+), low guest-drama neighborhood (we’d stay there ourselves)• Timeline: Clean close, turnkey transition, quick start.We’re not just dreaming — we’re ready to move quickly if the right property shows up.