What does the classifier actually classify?
It separates two questions: which reporting framework may apply, and whether losses are likely passive or non-passive. Those questions often use different facts.
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers before you trust the workflow with your records.
Short-term rental tax questions can get tangled quickly. These answers explain what BnbTaxes does, what it does not do, and where professional review still matters.
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ClassificationTax pathway questions
RecordsIncome, expenses, days
ExportsCPA packet review
PrivacySensitive document handling
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Each answer is written for hosts who need practical direction, not technical error messages or tax jargon without context.
Classification
Does a short-term rental automatically belong on Schedule C?
No. Short stays, services, and activity facts matter. BnbTaxes treats Schedule C exposure and passive-loss treatment as reviewable branches, not shortcuts.
Can the app tell me what to file?
No. It can organize facts, show source-backed reasoning, and flag review areas. Filing decisions belong with you and a qualified tax professional.
Records
Can I import Airbnb or Vrbo data?
The organizer is designed around CSV import and review. It should not imply direct platform API connections where CSV import is the supported path.
Can I track direct bookings?
Yes. Direct bookings can be entered manually so non-platform income still appears in the property record trail.
Why track personal-use days?
Personal use can affect rental percentage, the used-as-a-home test, and deduction treatment. Calendar facts are part of the tax story.
Privacy and exports
Is this tax advice?
No. BnbTaxes provides educational estimates and record organization. Exports should be reviewed before filing or making tax decisions.
What is in the CPA export?
The export is intended to include property summaries, categorized records, worksheets, assets, evidence references, and open review flags.
How should I handle evidence files?
Treat receipts, statements, and exports as tax documents. Share them carefully and only with people involved in your tax preparation.