Expenses to Consider when making an STR Investment

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The Cabin Rental experience can be great for many investors! If you are looking for a way to earn income while maintaining your career, or you are looking to begin a new career, the Short Term Cabin Rental business has its merits!

As local professionals, we will work with you to find the right property to fit your business plan. As you are considering your budget, we want to provide you with a list of expenses you will want to consider as you create your business plan.

Fixed Expenses:

Mortgage
Homeowners Insurance for Short Term Rental
HOA Fees
Property Taxes
Utilities
Large Expenses
These expenses you want to have a budget and funding set aside for repairs and incidents along the way.

HVAC
Roof
Major Appliances
Siding/ Gutters/ Windows
Decking
Painting/Staining
Regular, often Monthly or Annual Expenses
These are the maintenance expenses you will want to consider and plan in your budget and have funding for.

Cleaning Fees, including Hot Tub and Deep Cleans
Credit Card Processing
Linens
Pest Control
Household Inventory, stocking of basic items
Landscaping
Marketing | Reservations System
Maintenance
Business Taxes | State, County, City
You will find more than these as rental properties must stand up to the test of many guests. The Cabin Rental business can be lucrative and done in many types of plans. Self management or Property Managed is the biggest decision you will make. As #yourcabinexperts, allow us to help walk you through the considerations needed as you choose your property and begin!