Hosting & Rentals
Short-Term vs Long-Term Rental Comparison
STR (short-term rental) grosses 2-3x more but has higher costs, taxes, and management burden. LTR is steady, easier, lower revenue.
STR annual advantage
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- STR annual net
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- LTR annual net
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- STR % advantage
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FAQ
When does STR clearly win? +
Tourist destinations (beach, ski, theme park), 70%+ occupancy, premium rates. Easy 2-3x LTR income.
When LTR wins? +
Outer suburbs, low-tourism markets, properties under 1 bedroom. Plus when you value your time — LTR is 5-10 hrs/year vs 100-300 hrs/year for STR.