What your platform remits
See which taxes are collected and paid on your behalf. A tax on a guest's receipt does not necessarily cover every tax you owe.
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Check what your booking platform remits and which rental taxes you still need to pay. Find the published requirements for your address and reduce the risk of costly penalties.
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Know what your platform covers.
What your platform collects varies by tax and location. StayLevy helps you see what you are responsible for and where to remit it.
What you still need to remit
Find the state, county, and local taxes that remain your responsibility, with links to official sources and filing portals.
Avoid late-payment penalties.
Missed rental tax payments can lead to penalties and interest. Check the published guidance for your address and keep the official filing sources close at hand.
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Understand the taxes that apply to your address.
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Get clarity on your rental's taxes and permit requirements, without piecing together advice from forums and booking platforms.
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Occupancy tax, lodging tax, hotel tax, or transient occupancy tax: the names and requirements change by location. Start with a state guide, then check your exact address.
Coverage varies by location. Answers link to their official sources where we have them.
Rental tax questions, answered.
Platform collection, tax payments, and filing responsibilities.
Does Airbnb collect all my short-term rental taxes?
Not necessarily. Airbnb's tax collection depends on the location and the type of tax. A platform may collect some state, county, or city taxes while leaving others to you. Check each tax for your rental address to see what is remitted on your behalf.
Which taxes do short-term rental hosts need to remit?
Depending on your location, you may owe occupancy tax, lodging tax, transient occupancy tax (TOT), hotel tax, or sales tax. Different jurisdictions use different names and rules. StayLevy's free address lookup shows the published requirements and links to official sources.
What happens if I miss a rental tax payment?
A missed or late payment can result in unpaid tax, penalties, and interest. The amounts and deadlines depend on the jurisdiction. Understanding what your platform remits and what remains your responsibility helps you avoid a costly surprise.
What about Vrbo, Booking.com, or direct bookings?
Collection arrangements vary by platform and location. Do not assume that a tax remitted for an Airbnb booking is also covered on another channel. For direct bookings, you may need to collect and remit applicable taxes yourself.
Is the tax lookup free?
Yes. You can look up an address and read the available tax and permit requirements without an account or a credit card. Coverage varies by location. Free research includes ten address lookups per calendar month. Starter and Pro include unlimited lookups and monitoring for selected locations, with monthly or annual billing.
Does StayLevy file or pay my taxes for me?
No. StayLevy helps you understand published requirements, find official filing portals, and view saved filing dates. You remain responsible for registering, filing, and paying. Confirm your situation with the jurisdiction or a qualified tax professional.
Can I use StayLevy for more than one rental?
Yes. Start with one rental address, then keep requirements and saved filing dates together across your properties. The host workspace includes a filing calendar for all of them.
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