That means your STR losses, especially if you do a cost segregation to accelerate depreciation (don't forget about deducting furniture, supplies, utilities, cleaning, and repairs) can offset your W-2 or other active income.So even if you can’t hit REPs in 2025 because of your W-2 job, you may have already qualified for the STRs rules without realizing it.

Only one does the cleaner ask that I supply some things. 

Been tracking supplies and costs as we furnish STRs, happy to share the list if anyone is interested. 

I have some concerns since they sometimes hallucinate furniture. 

Hello, does anyone have furniture damage language to include in the lease for a fully furnished unit?

.🧑‍🔧 Contractor Labor & Supplies – Any materials or hired help for property improvements.🚗 Mileage/Travel – When traveling to inspect or manage rental properties (keep mileage logs).💻 Office Supplies & Software – Including bookkeeping tools, printers, and even part of your home office.Creative Ways to Give Back — and Still SaveGiving back can also be tax-deductible when done thoughtfully:🎁 Tenant Appreciation Gifts: Small gifts such as gift cards, snacks, or holiday baskets (under $25 per tenant per IRS rules) can be deductible as a business expense.🏘️ Community Donations: Contributing to local charities, shelters, or community events near your property may be tax-deductible if donated to a registered nonprofit (501(c)(3)).🧤 Property Improvement Drives: Donating old appliances, furniture, or materials from renovations to nonprofit organizations like Habitat for Humanity can qualify as a charitable deduction.Pro Tip:Before December 31st, review your receipts, invoices, and bank statements.

I’m curious how others are approaching this niche in 2025 — especially with housing supply tightening in many markets.

Depreciation recapture on the furniture you give up.Furniture, electronics, pictures and all the other moveable stuff that you leave in your old STR cannot be included in the exchange, contrary to what you've been told.

I spend the money on quality furniture.

During COVID I made a lot of money putting used furniture in half way updated houses 30 mins from downtown.