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The One Big Beautiful Bill

What vacation rental owners should know in this new tax era

The tax landscape for vacation rental owners is changing—again. The newly enacted “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBB) brings major changes—some beneficial, some less relevant depending on your situation.

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Featured blog posts

Woman overlooking mountains.
10 best solo travel destinations in the U.S.

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Drone shot of a home in Palm Springs.
Escape to Palm Springs in mid-century modern style
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Fire pit with wine, dock, and chairs overloking Lake Chelan.
10 affordable lake vacations for money-savvy travelers
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A man kissing the belly of a pregnant woman at dusk.
Best babymoon destinations for one last hurrah
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Cape Cod from a drone.
The best island in Hawaii for families
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Chef preparing food.
7 foodie destinations worth traveling for
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Telescope looking up at the Milky Way at night.
10 best stargazing vacation spots in the U.S.
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A woman with a child dressed as witches.
Creepy cool places to go for Halloween
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Two people sitting at a camp fire near a cabin.
15 best summer vacations to beat the heat
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Woman looking at a map while leaning against a car in California.
Road tripping through Northern California
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The sunset as enjoyed at Bethany Beach, DE.
Plan the perfect Bethany Beach summer 2025 vacation
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The view from the balcony at a vacation rental on St. George Island.
9 underrated vacation spots to visit this summer
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View from a balcony overlooking the ocean.
floor to ceiling windows of modern condo overlook the ocean and beaches in mexico
The view from the balcony of the ocean at a Daytona Beach vacation rental.

For travelers

Read about data-driven vacation trends and industry insight while planning your next getaway.

Summer in Vermont: Your travel guide to Green Mountain magic

Costa Rica ecotourism: Where to stay and travel green

Annapolis weekend getaway: Boating, seafood, and waterfront charm on the Chesapeake Bay

Escape the city: The 10 best weekend getaways from Seattle

12 weekend getaways from San Francisco

8 weekend trips from Dallas that are truly Texas

The best weekend getaways from Washington, D.C.

The best weekend trips from New York City

10 affordable beach destinations to save on surf, sand, and sea

The best weekend getaways from Atlanta

11 weekend trips from Los Angeles for every escapist

9 weekend trips from Chicago that are worth the drive

The best weekend getaways from Portland

The best fishing spots along Alabama’s Gulf Coast

Florida’s best festivals and events

Luxury experiential travel: Redefining the way we vacation

Epic experiences you can only have in Hawaii

The best resort pools for kids and families across the U.S.

The best Colorado summer resorts

Summer vacation destinations for teachers

The most popular family-friendly vacation spots

13 places in the U.S. that feel like Europe

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Man installing a smart lock to a vacation rental door
Cascade Lodge in Whistler
The pool and lounge area of the Palmilla Beach resort.

For homeowners

Learn how to manage your rental effectively, drive more bookings, and maximize your real estate investment with our homeowner guides.

Vacation rental cleaning checklist

5 low-maintenance cabin landscaping ideas

The smart guide to vacation rental maintenance

Vacation rental repairs vs. improvements

When should you replace furniture in your vacation rental?

Digital marketing for vacation rentals that drives bookings

The best hot tubs for your Airbnb or Vrbo home

How to rent your property to traveling nurses

8 things to know about Vacasa’s local operations

Airbnb and Vrbo management companies

Stand out with these luxury vacation rental amenities

Protecting and securing your vacation home

Long-term vs. short-term rentals: Which is right for you?

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Lakefront vacation home with a patio overlooking the water.
Shaver Lake, CA winter vacation rental
Aerial view of Diamond Beach Resort features lazy river and resort pools

For vacation home buyers

Here's what you need to know about buying or investing in a vacation home.

2025: Top 25 Best Places to Buy a Vacation Home

The ultimate guide to investing in vacation rental properties

2024: Top 10 best places to buy a winter vacation home

Are ski condos a good investment?

Best places to buy a vacation home in Florida

Best type of property for Airbnb

Vacation home financing options

Is a cabin a good investment?

A simple guide to vacation rental market analysis

Vacation rental mortgage loan options

The pros and cons of owning a vacation rental property

Are vacation rentals in Panama City Beach a good investment?

Are Alabama Gulf Coast condos a good investment?

How to buy a vacation home out of state

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