Rentals: What Landlords And Tenants Need To Know About South Florida Seasonal "Bed Taxes"

With the seasonal rental period ending here in South Florida, I thought I'd comment on the "bed tax" in Florida. Any and all rentals for six months or less are subject to a tax, just like a hotel pays the same tax. That includes vacation or seasonal stays at townhouses, condominiums, timeshares, single family houses, mobile homes, beach cottages, room houses, etc.

I have been asked by those looking to rent why they need to pay this-- it is the law and the landlord will need to pay this and it is usually passed on to the renter.

Those landlords that are collecting this tax from their tenants need to be sure they are turning over the money to the tax collector's office; those that are not are still subject to the tax.

Palm Beach County Tax Collector Anne Gannon said beginning in June or July, she plans to send staffers to condominiums and vacation rental properties across the county in order enforce the "bed tax" on those who are not in compliance.


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