“Found $3,200 in deductions I would have missed”
I uploaded my statements and HostBooks surfaced write-offs I hadn't even tagged. It paid for itself almost immediately.
Sarah K. · Denver · 2 properties
Built for short-term rental hosts, not generic bookkeeping teams
Your STR books.
Finally under control.
Connect the PMS you already use. Manage cleaner ops, bookkeeping, and property-level reporting in one back-office system.
No credit card required. Keep your current login and workflow.
Mobile launch
HostBooks for iPhone and Android is coming soon.
Join the priority list to get early access, launch pricing, and the first App Store and Google Play links the moment they go live.
Early access invitesLaunch pricingStore links on day one
Cleaner work stays visible
Track turns, payout status, and property readiness in the same place as the numbers.
Property reports stay current
See profitability by property and hand owners a report that is ready to read.
Books stay filing-ready
Keep transactions categorized and tax reports organized without making tax season the whole product.
Back-office system
Cleaner ops, books, and reporting in one calm workflow.
Cleaner Ops
Schedule turns, track cleaner payouts, and keep each property ready without chasing threads.
Property-Level Profitability
See revenue, expenses, payouts, and operating costs by property before month-end surprises stack up.
Owner-Ready Reporting
Send clear reports that explain property performance, cleaner spend, and bookkeeping status.
Bookkeeping and Tax Prep
Categorize transactions, review deductible spend, and build a clean Schedule E package when filing time comes.
Trusted by working hosts
Real relief, not just prettier bookkeeping.
“Schedule E took me 10 minutes instead of 3 hours”
The categorization was already lined up to the right buckets, so tax prep stopped being a whole-night project.
Marcus T. · Atlanta · 4 properties
“Finally understand which expenses are actually deductible”
Before this, I was guessing. Now I can see what counts, what doesn't, and why it belongs on Schedule E.
Jenny L. · San Diego · 1 property
Pricing
Start free, upgrade when the back office gets real.
Free
$0
Always free, no credit card.
- Listing Analyzer (unlimited)
- Transaction categorization preview
- Schedule E preview (view only)
- Community access
Most popular
Plus
$29/mo per property
For hosts who want bookkeeping and filing handled cleanly.
- Everything in Free
- Schedule E PDF download
- REP Hours Tracker (750hr dashboard)
- Digital Guidebook + QR codes
- Cost Segregation estimates
- Monthly bookkeeping reports
- Email support
Pro
$99/mo per property
For operators who want deeper advisory support and scale.
- Everything in Plus
- LLC Formation Assistant
- CPA review & validation (coming soon)
- Priority support
- Custom advisor scorecards
- API access
Get the app
Run HostBooks from the couch, the cleaning check, or between turnovers.
Our mobile app is in the final stretch. Join the launch list and we’ll send the App Store and Google Play links as soon as they’re live, plus early-access onboarding for hosts who want to start from their phone.
Capture on the go
Snap receipts, review transactions, and catch missed deductions away from your desk.
Host-first alerts
Get nudges when uploads finish, reports are ready, or tax tasks need a quick check.
Day-one invite
Priority list members get first access and launch updates before the public rollout.
Stores opening soon
App Store
iPhone launch list opens first
Google Play
Android invite links sent same day
Want first dibs when the apps land? Drop your email and we’ll send launch access instead of making you hunt for the store pages.
One email, launch-only updates, no spam.
FAQ
Answers for the questions hosts ask before they trust the numbers.
Is HostBooks just for taxes?+
No. HostBooks is a complete operating platform for short-term rental hosts. Tax prep is one piece, the platform also includes listing optimization, REP hours tracking, digital guidebook creation, LLC formation guidance, cost segregation estimates, and year-round bookkeeping. Think of it as the operating system for your STR business.
What's included in the free plan?+
The free plan includes unlimited Listing Analyzer runs (no signup required), a transaction categorization preview, a Schedule E preview (view only), and community access. You don't need a credit card to get started.
Can I cancel anytime?+
Yes, no contracts, no cancellation fees. Cancel from your account settings at any time and you won't be charged again. Your data stays accessible until the end of your billing period.
What is Schedule E and do I need it?+
Schedule E (Form 1040) is the IRS form for reporting rental income and expenses. If you rented your property for more than 14 days in the tax year, you almost certainly need to file it. HostBooks builds your Schedule E automatically from your transactions.
What bank statements and files do I need to upload?+
Upload your bank statement CSVs (most banks export these), your Airbnb/VRBO payout reports, and any credit card statements used for the property. HostBooks supports CSV, Excel, OFX, and PDF formats.
What's the difference between a repair and a capital improvement?+
Repairs (fixing a broken fixture, patching drywall) are immediately deductible. Capital improvements (new roof, HVAC, full renovation) must be depreciated over time. Getting this wrong is one of the most common STR audit triggers, HostBooks flags these for you.
Can I use HostBooks for multiple Airbnb properties?+
Yes. HostBooks tracks each property separately and generates a per-property Schedule E. Pricing is per property per month on Plus and Pro plans.
Do I still need a CPA?+
HostBooks gives you a CPA-ready Schedule E package, organized and mapped to the right lines. Many hosts use it to save hours before filing. If your situation includes entity complexity, heavy personal use, large renovations, cost segregation, or unusual losses, we recommend a licensed CPA review before you file.
What happens if HostBooks sees something that looks high-stakes or unclear?+
We flag transactions that deserve a second look, like possible capital improvements, mixed personal use, or unusual deductions, so you can review them before filing. HostBooks is built to speed up the prep work, not to pretend edge cases are simple.
Is my financial data secure?+
Your CSV files are processed locally in your browser, they never touch our servers. Any data you save is encrypted at rest with AES-256. We don't sell or share your data with anyone. We're actively pursuing SOC 2 Type II certification.
Which banks do you work with?+
HostBooks works with every major US bank, Chase, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Amex, Discover, Capital One, and more. As long as your bank lets you export a CSV of transactions, HostBooks can process it. We also support PayPal, Venmo, Airbnb payouts, and VRBO payouts directly.