What Airbnb Actually Takes from Every Booking. The Complete Host Fee Breakdown for 2026
Most Airbnb hosts know their nightly rate but cannot calculate their actual net payout. Here is every fee Airbnb deducts…
Short-Term Rentals
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Beach vs Mountain vs Lake Which STR Market Category Delivers the Best Returns in 2026
StaySTRA data compares beach, mountain, and lake vacation rental markets in 2026. Which category wins on annual revenue, consistency, and…
Capital Gains Tax When Selling an Airbnb Property: What STR Investors Need to Know
When you sell an Airbnb property, two separate federal taxes apply: capital gains tax and depreciation recapture. Most STR investors…
How to Set Up PriceLabs for Your Airbnb. A Step-by-Step Guide for New Hosts
Learn how to set up PriceLabs for your Airbnb listing step by step. This guide covers account creation, connecting to…
Is Buying an Airbnb Still Worth It in 2026? Real Investors on What the Numbers Actually Look Like Now
Real STR investors who bought in 2022-2024 share what their Airbnb returns actually look like in 2026, with StaySTRA data…
How Much Money Do You Need to Buy an Airbnb? The Full Cost Breakdown First-Time Buyers Miss
The real cash you need to buy an Airbnb goes far beyond the down payment. Meredith Lane breaks down every…
How to Use a HELOC or Cash-Out Refinance to Fund Your First Short-Term Rental
The average U.S. homeowner holds roughly $302,000 in home equity. Here is how a HELOC or cash-out refinance can fund…
How to Get Consistent 5-Star Airbnb Reviews in 2026
A practical, tool-by-tool guide for Airbnb hosts in the 4.6-4.8 range who want to build and maintain a 5-star review…
The STR Investors Who Skipped the Obvious Markets and Made More Money For It
Nashville average home costs over $750,000. Pensacola earns nearly the same STR revenue for $265,000. StaySTRA profiles three under-the-radar vacation…
When Is the Right Time to Sell Your Airbnb Property A Data-Driven Guide to Timing Your Exit
When markets peak and the data stops compounding in your favor, most investors miss it. This data-driven framework shows you…
